Difference between revisions of "Double Strike"
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| − | Use of this | + | Use of this [[Special Move]] allows an attacker to strike their opponent twice in the next single round of combat. Subsequent to activation, the next hit will automatically cause another swing attempt, which can either hit or miss according to the normal hit chance rules. This last point is in contention as many have observed a much higher chance to have the second swing attempt parried. (Many recommend [[Armor Ignore]] as an alternative, since the damage yield is similar to two successful swings). |
There is a '''-10% damage penalty''' for this special move. | There is a '''-10% damage penalty''' for this special move. | ||
| − | ''' | + | '''Mana Cost''': 30 (subject to [[Lower Mana Cost]] modification). |
==Primary Weapons== | ==Primary Weapons== | ||
| − | Weapons with a primary ability of | + | Weapons with a primary ability of Double Strike require 70 or higher in the appropriate fighting skill. |
*[[Repeating Crossbow]]; | *[[Repeating Crossbow]]; | ||
*[[Double Bladed Staff]]; | *[[Double Bladed Staff]]; | ||
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==Secondary Weapons== | ==Secondary Weapons== | ||
| − | Weapons with a secondary ability of | + | Weapons with a secondary ability of Double Strike require 90 or higher in the appropriate fighting skill. |
Surprisingly, Double Strike is not a [[Secondary Special Move]] on any weapon. | Surprisingly, Double Strike is not a [[Secondary Special Move]] on any weapon. | ||
Revision as of 21:41, 12 December 2007
Use of this Special Move allows an attacker to strike their opponent twice in the next single round of combat. Subsequent to activation, the next hit will automatically cause another swing attempt, which can either hit or miss according to the normal hit chance rules. This last point is in contention as many have observed a much higher chance to have the second swing attempt parried. (Many recommend Armor Ignore as an alternative, since the damage yield is similar to two successful swings).
There is a -10% damage penalty for this special move.
Mana Cost: 30 (subject to Lower Mana Cost modification).
Primary Weapons
Weapons with a primary ability of Double Strike require 70 or higher in the appropriate fighting skill.
- Repeating Crossbow;
- Double Bladed Staff;
- Quarterstaff;
- 2-Handed Axe;
- Crescent Blade;
- Double Axe;
- Katana;
- Pick Axe; and
- Scimitar.
Secondary Weapons
Weapons with a secondary ability of Double Strike require 90 or higher in the appropriate fighting skill.
Surprisingly, Double Strike is not a Secondary Special Move on any weapon.