Staggering Blow

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Staggering Blow
Mnemonic [sblow]
Activating Verb CMAN
Type Attack
Roundtime ATTACK-2
Stamina Cost 15
Offensive Gear Both hands
Requirements Cannot be used with small weapons or closed fist attacks. Cannot be used with two weapon combat.
Attributes
Hostile
Initiator Stance Penalty
Shield Defensive Bonus
Target Stance Bonus
Available To Warriors, Paladins
Rank Cost/acquired at
1 2  
2
3
4
5 10

Description

Swing at your opponent and attempt to knock them off balance.

Mechanics

Attack a target dealing weapon damage. Applies Staggered for ((Damage Inflicted / 20) + Rank) seconds. With 15 Strength Bonus or higher, the target may be knocked across the room taking moderate unbalance damage.