Pistols are versatile, one-handed firearms used for quick, mid-range combat. They offer a balance of power, accuracy, and reload speed. Ideal for adventurers needing reliable sidearms, pistols can be dual-wielded for increased firepower and are effective in both close-quarters and ranged encounters.
You can use a weapon that has the Ammunition property to make a Weapon Ranged Attack Roll only if you have Ammunition to fire from the weapon. Each time you Attack with the weapon, you expend one piece of Ammunition. Drawing the Ammunition from a Quiver, case, or other container is part of the Attack (you need a free hand to load a one-handed weapon).