Editing Rocket (section)

==Rockets in fantasy==
Rockets are fairly common in fantasy works, but only as a means of launching fireworks rather than as a combat weapon. Even in settings with gunpowder weapons, the somewhat spotty history of rocket weaponry in wide usage means that they seldom get more than a passing mention. Asian-themed settings may tend to feature them more heavily, for obvious reasons, but guns will always be king.

Rockets make an appearance in [[Warhammer Fantasy]]. Cathay (Warhammer China, of course) came up with them and makes heavy use of them in artillery and airships. The Empire saw them and decided to copy them for some of their artillery. Skaven clan Skryre has the occasional handheld version. In Total War: Warhammer they also have [[Awesome|tactical nukes]].

Rockets also make an appearance in [[The Lord of the Rings]], albeit as fireworks rather than weapons of war.

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