A wand of striking works exactly like a spell of force bolt; it causes 2d12 damage to any monsters in its path as well as destroying boulders, doors, statues, drawbridges, and other similar items. In addition, it will break fragile items including potions. Therefore, it is to be used with caution. Engraving with a wand of striking will give the message that the wand "unsuccessfully fights your attempt to write". You have to know that this message corresponds to the wand of striking, because the game does not auto-identify the wand.