Wing Paint

Ultimate Equipment Guide II

Author Greg Lynch, J. C. Alvarez
Publisher Mongoose Publishing
Publish date 2005

The only problem with a flying mount is the difficulty allies on the ground might have in distinguishing friend from foe, particularly in the rush and chaos of battle. Wing paint is a simple and inexpensive way to solve the problem. Wing paint is a water-based pigment that comes in a variety of colours, and is used primarily to paint a symbol or heraldic device on the bottom side of a flying mount’s wings, proclaiming the rider’s identity to everyone on the ground. Wing paint is harmless to the mount, will not interfere with the operation of even delicate plumage, and washes away with water. Wing paint is also commonly used for camouflage. Those who wish to pass unnoticed overhead may paint the entire underside of their mount black to match the night sky, sky blue to match the daylight heavens or even dull grey to blend in with the clouds above. This use of wing paint imposes a -6 penalty to all Spot skill checks to those on the ground to notice a mount painted in this fashion against the night sky, and a -4 against a daylight or clouded sky.

Wing Paint: 1gp per pint