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	These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 Attack strength/defense strength at [[Vultite]]. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x with 10x being the general game maximum. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.		These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 Attack strength/defense strength at [[Vultite]]. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x with 10x being the general game maximum. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.

	Depending on weapon skill choices you can start to access [[Weapon Technique]] along with your Guild trainings.		Depending on weapon skill choices you can start to access [[Weapon Technique]] along with your Guild trainings. You will unlock these at 10, 25, 50 and 75 ranks for each respective weapon skill.

	Warriors of near level +/-5 should be able to engage against creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]).		Warriors of near level +/-5 should be able to engage against creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]).

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	With the implementation of the [[Adventurer's Guild]] the staff there is always a good gauge of your level of skill as they give you missions within about 5 levels of your training. You also receive a badge that as you complete missions has a mechanical bonus you can customize through the Taskmaster. When you have reached level 3 or so this is probably the best place to start as it directs you around the area on various assignments. Warriors tend to build [[strength]], primary weapon bonus, and later [[combat maneuvers]] to the badge maximum. This is your introduction to [[Enhancive item \| enhancive items]].		With the implementation of the [[Adventurer's Guild]] the staff there is always a good gauge of your level of skill as they give you missions within about 5 levels of your training. You also receive a badge that as you complete missions has a mechanical bonus you can customize through the Taskmaster. When you have reached level 3 or so this is probably the best place to start as it directs you around the area on various assignments. Warriors tend to build [[strength]], primary weapon bonus, and later [[combat maneuvers]] to the badge maximum. This is your introduction to [[Enhancive item \| enhancive items]].

	Maps are going to be important because you probably won't have a good grasp of where to finish these tasks initially. Most commonly they can be found for each region in the respective [[List of hunting areas \|Hunting Areas]]. You'll become more confident as you venture out more routinely with knowing your surroundings. Originally done by Zepath and followed by Tsoran map makers have a long tradition in [[Elanthia]]. Rozy is one of the current prolific map makers along with Allereli and a ~~few~~ ~~others~~.		Maps are going to be important because you probably won't have a good grasp of where to finish these tasks initially. Most commonly they can be found for each region in the respective [[List of hunting areas \|Hunting Areas]]. You'll become more confident as you venture out more routinely with knowing your surroundings. Originally done by Zepath and followed by Tsoran map makers have a long tradition in [[Elanthia]]. Rozy is one of the current prolific map makers along with Allereli, Alosaka and numerous other contributors.

	Before venturing too far you should gain some favor with [[Lorminstra]] in the form of [[Deed \| deeds]]. Ask local adventurers for advice on how to attain them if you need so. They can be arranged with coins or gems depending on the location usually at the temple. You will need these if you are struck dead in the wilds to minimize the additional hurt of recovering, if you do.		Before venturing too far you should gain some favor with [[Lorminstra]] in the form of [[Deed \| deeds]]. Ask local adventurers for advice on how to attain them if you need so. They can be arranged with coins or gems depending on the location usually at the temple. You will need these if you are struck dead in the wilds to minimize the additional hurt of recovering, if you do.

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	==Arm yourself==		==Arm yourself==

	By now you know your way around your starting city and you've probably engaged the local denizens that the [[Adventurer's Guild]] or locals have directed you to cull their numbers. ~~You've also probably raised enough funds to purchase a weapon and some armor the armory, the weaponsmith or maybe a wandering merchant, or other adventurers.~~		By now you know your way around your starting city and you've probably engaged the local denizens that the [[Adventurer's Guild]] or locals have directed you to cull their numbers.

			You've also probably raised enough funds to purchase a weapon and some armor the armory, the weaponsmith or maybe a wandering merchant, or other adventurers.

	Warriors tend to focus on full body armor types. The first you will likely wear is double leathers at 6 ranks of armor training. This is attainable as early as level 1 by training in armor use 3x at both level 0 and 1.		Warriors tend to focus on full body armor types. The first you will likely wear is double leathers at 6 ranks of armor training. This is attainable as early as level 1 by training in armor use 3x at both level 0 and 1.
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	Brigandine armor at rank 27 in armor use will be your next step as you build in training. Warriors do want to build to 130 armor use ranks for full plate in their career, but it tends to be around level 52 so for the purpose of a new player you will spend a large part of your career in either double leather or brigandine as you progress early on.		Brigandine armor at rank 27 in armor use will be your next step as you build in training. Warriors do want to build to 130 armor use ranks for full plate in their career, but it tends to be around level 52 so for the purpose of a new player you will spend a large part of your career in either double leather or brigandine as you progress early on.

	Hauberk at rank 70 in armor is next followed by full plate armor at 130 armor use ranks. These do go a bit beyond this guide and you should have the proper understanding of your role as you approach them.		Hauberk at rank 70 in armor is next followed by full plate armor at 130 armor use ranks. These do go a bit beyond this guide and you should have the proper understanding of your role as you approach them. You can reference [[Armor Use]] for breakpoints of each armor type using the [[Roundtime]] and [[Action Penalty]] category for the minimums.

	5th level is a good time purchase your first magical weapon of the skill type you've chosen. Most often it will be of a metal called [[Mithril]] or [[Ora]]. Occasionally you might choose elemental flaring weaponry such as [[drakar]], [[rhimar]], or others and sometimes you find such weaponry and armory adventuring in the wild.		5th level is a good time to purchase your first magical weapon of the skill type you've chosen. Most often it will be of a metal called [[Mithril]] or [[Ora]]. Occasionally you might choose elemental flaring weaponry such as [[drakar]], [[rhimar]], or others and sometimes you find such weaponry and armory adventuring in the wild or through other adventurers and merchanting.

	These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 AS. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.		These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 Attack strength/defense strength at [[Vultite]]. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x with 10x being the general game maximum. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.

	Depending on weapon skill choices you can start to access Weapon ~~Techniques~~ along with your Guild trainings.		Depending on weapon skill choices you can start to access [[Weapon Technique]] along with your Guild trainings.

			Warriors of near level +/-5 should be able to engage against creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]).
	CMAN, SHIELD, ARMOR, WEAPON, FEAT and COMBAT are commands in-game that can help detail and set your character configuration and combat options.

	Warriors rarely have issues with creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]) because of usually low [[wisdom]] and lack self-cast spells outside of common protection to bolster our defenses. Choose creatures accordingly that suit your understanding and capabilities. As you become confident, Warriors are among the most robust ~~and powerful~~ professions in Gemstone IV.		Choose creatures accordingly that suit your understanding and capabilities. As you become confident, Warriors are among the most robust professions in Gemstone IV.

	==Additional Training & Combat Maneuvers==		==Additional Training & Combat Maneuvers==

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	Warriors rarely have issues with creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]) because of usually low [[wisdom]] and lack self-cast spells outside of common protection to bolster our defenses. Choose creatures accordingly that suit your understanding and capabilities. As you become confident, Warriors are among the most robust and powerful professions in Gemstone IV.		Warriors rarely have issues with creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]) because of usually low [[wisdom]] and lack self-cast spells outside of common protection to bolster our defenses. Choose creatures accordingly that suit your understanding and capabilities. As you become confident, Warriors are among the most robust and powerful professions in Gemstone IV.

	==Additional Training II & Combat Maneuvers==		==Additional Training & Combat Maneuvers==
	As you begin to engage in the nuances of combat and have trained a handful of times you will have access to CMANs through your [[Combat Maneuvers]] training. In addition to ~~naturally gaining~~ [[~~attack~~ ~~strength~~]] ~~every~~ 2 ~~ranks~~ you ~~get~~ points to assign to customization in combat.		As you begin to engage in the nuances of combat and have trained a handful of times you will have access to CMANs through your [[Combat Maneuvers]] training. In addition, [[Armor Use]], [[Shield Use]]and [[Combat Maneuvers]] allocate you points to assign to customization in combat. These are accessed through ARMOR, SHIELD and CMAN in game.

	Core CMANs for Warriors ~~tend~~ ~~to be~~ [[Specialization]] because of it's ~~automatic~~ [[attack strength]] ~~improvements based on the weapon of choice~~ and ~~later~~ [[Weapon Bonding]]. ~~You~~ ~~will~~ ~~also~~ ~~likely~~ ~~want [[Surge of Strength]] to augment your physical strength through stamina use and [[Cunning Defense]] to defend against increasingly complex creature~~ ~~tactics~~.		Core CMANs for Warriors vary, but [[Specialization]] because of it's passive [[attack strength]] and [[Weapon Bonding]] are common as weapon choice allows.

	If you are a shield user you gain SHIELD options from shield use training and options ~~starting~~ ~~probably with shield focus~~ based on the type you have chosen and [[Shield Bash]] to begin.		If you are a shield user you gain SHIELD options from shield use training and options. [[Shield Focus]] based on the type you have chosen and [[Shield Bash]] to begin are good considerations.

	ARMOR is the last of these martial character options and you gain them from armor use training ~~for~~ every 20 ranks. This can be bestowed by better trained warriors up to rank 5 in your local town square normally so you aren't rushed into this. [[Armor support]] is currently the most popular, but mileage varies.		ARMOR is the last of these martial character options and you gain them from armor use training every 20 ranks. This can be bestowed by better trained warriors up to rank 5 in your local town square normally so you aren't rushed into this. [[Armor support]] is currently the most popular, but mileage varies.

			FEAT will also show options such as [[Kroderine Soul]], [[Covert Arts]] and [[Guard]], [[Protect]] options as they become available.

			At this point your dedication to your craft should start to show. COMBAT is a good reference point for seeing if you will do well in combat situations or against [[creatures]] in their [[hunting areas]].

	==Societies==		==Societies==

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	The Warrior profession is both popular and easy to jump into for a beginning player. A warrior fights with weapons and is armored, lightly at first and progressively to full plate.		The Warrior profession is both popular and easy to jump into for a beginning player. A warrior fights with weapons and is armored, lightly at first and progressively to full plate.

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	===Race===		===Race===
	The most common warrior races are [[Giantmen]], [[Dwarves]], [[Human]], and ~~then~~ [[Elves]] ~~followed by the rest~~.		The most common warrior races are [[Giantmen]], [[Dwarves]], [[Human]], and [[Elves]].

	Giantmen are the strongest race in Elanthia. Dwarves are both strong and sturdy. Humans are the most balanced and have few weaknesses. Elves are fast and agile~~, but lack the strength of some of the others~~.		Giantmen are the strongest race in Elanthia. Dwarves are both strong and sturdy. Humans are the most balanced and have few weaknesses. Elves are fast and agile.

	==Skill selection==		==Skill selection==

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	===Primary Statistics===		===Primary Statistics===
	All stats have growth patterns in Gemstone IV that incrementally increase as you level to 100, the games level maximum. There is advancement beyond level 100 in that you continue to generate [[training points]] to expand your skill set.		All stats have growth patterns in Gemstone IV that incrementally increase as you level to 100, the games level maximum. There is advancement beyond level 100 in that you continue to generate [[training points]] to expand your skill set and [[Ascension]].

	Warriors require a decent range of statistics, ~~but~~ ~~are~~ ~~less~~ ~~reliant~~ on ~~them~~ ~~compared~~ to ~~other~~ ~~classes.~~ It is ~~recommended~~ ~~you~~ ~~strive~~ ~~for~~ ~~balance~~.		Warriors require a decent range of statistics. It is recommended you strive for balance, but Strength (attack), Dexterity (defense/speed), Agility (speed) and Constitution (toughness) are primary combat contributors.

	~~[[Strength]],~~ ~~[[Constitution]],~~ ~~[[Dexterity]],~~ ~~[[Discipline]],~~ ~~and~~ ~~[[Logic]]~~ ~~are probably the key components to~~ being a successful warrior both early and late into your career. Careful not to set them all to 100, but 60-80s are not horrible decisions and can be fixed later.		It's hard to go entirely wrong, but being a successful warrior both early and late into your career are factors over time to consider. When setting stats or looking at level 0 stats in-game INFO START can be reviewed after creation. Careful not to set them all to 100, but 60-80s are not horrible decisions and can be fixed later with expensive [[Fixstat]] methods.

	===Race===		===Race===

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	The Warrior profession is both popular and easy to jump into for a beginning player. A warrior fights with weapons and is armored, lightly at first and progressively to full plate. Most new players will start with a shield then pick their play style as you are introduced to the game. What makes a Warrior particularily attractive is that they have among the best all around fighting capabilities. They are easily proficient with multiple weapon types, sometimes two or three, and have opportunities to be diverse in their training paths.		The Warrior profession is both popular and easy to jump into for a beginning player. A warrior fights with weapons and is armored, lightly at first and progressively to full plate.

			Most new players will start with a weapon and shield then pick their play style as you are introduced to the game. What makes a Warrior particularly attractive is that they have among the best all around fighting capabilities for diverse situations. They are easily proficient with multiple weapon types, sometimes two or three, and have opportunities to be diverse in their training paths.
⚫	It is encouraged that you check out the [[New Players' Guide]] ~~before returning here~~ and [[A beginner's guide to combat]] prior to proceeding with this profession guide.

		⚫	It is encouraged that you check out the [[New Players' Guide]] and [[A beginner's guide to combat]] prior to proceeding with this profession guide.
⚫	If you ever get lost or need help we implore you to find a [[Silverwood Manor]] location in your respective town and ring the bell. You should get assistance.

		⚫	If you ever get lost or need help we implore you to find a [[Silverwood Manor]] location in your respective town and ring the bell. You should get assistance from a [[Mentor]].

	==Character Creation==		==Character Creation==

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	These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 AS. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.		These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 AS. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.

	Depending on weapon skill choices you can start to access ~~[[Category:~~Weapon Techniques]] along with your Guild trainings.		Depending on weapon skill choices you can start to access Weapon Techniques along with your Guild trainings.

	CMAN, SHIELD, ARMOR, WEAPON, FEAT and COMBAT are commands in-game that can help detail and set your character configuration and combat options.		CMAN, SHIELD, ARMOR, WEAPON, FEAT and COMBAT are commands in-game that can help detail and set your character configuration and combat options.

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	These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 AS. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.		These all tend to +5 AS ([[attack strength]]) in the case of mithril or +10 AS for ora and later weapons similarly that increase your combat prowess to about +20 AS. In the case of each type you need to be half the level of the enchant so for a +20 weapon you must be level 10. We tend to call them 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x. This is your standard weaponry and can serve you all the way through your career.

			Depending on weapon skill choices you can start to access [[Category:Weapon Techniques]] along with your Guild trainings.

			CMAN, SHIELD, ARMOR, WEAPON, FEAT and COMBAT are commands in-game that can help detail and set your character configuration and combat options.

	Warriors rarely have issues with creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]) because of usually low [[wisdom]] and lack self-cast spells outside of common protection to bolster our defenses. Choose creatures accordingly that suit your understanding and capabilities. As you become confident, Warriors are among the most robust and powerful professions in Gemstone IV.		Warriors rarely have issues with creature DS ([[defensive strength]]) modifiers for combat through our readily available AS ([[attack strength]]) or CMAN and [[Warrior Guild]] counters, such as feint, bull rush, shield bash, etc. Warriors are weak against CS ([[casting strength]]) through our low TD ([[target defense]]) because of usually low [[wisdom]] and lack self-cast spells outside of common protection to bolster our defenses. Choose creatures accordingly that suit your understanding and capabilities. As you become confident, Warriors are among the most robust and powerful professions in Gemstone IV.

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	With the implementation of the [[Adventurer's Guild]] the staff there is always a good gauge of your level of skill as they give you missions within about 5 levels of your training. You also receive a badge that as you complete missions has a mechanical bonus you can customize through the Taskmaster. When you have reached level 3 or so this is probably the best place to start as it directs you around the area on various assignments. Warriors tend to build [[strength]], primary weapon bonus, and later [[combat maneuvers]] to the badge maximum. This is your introduction to [[Enhancive item \| enhancive items]].		With the implementation of the [[Adventurer's Guild]] the staff there is always a good gauge of your level of skill as they give you missions within about 5 levels of your training. You also receive a badge that as you complete missions has a mechanical bonus you can customize through the Taskmaster. When you have reached level 3 or so this is probably the best place to start as it directs you around the area on various assignments. Warriors tend to build [[strength]], primary weapon bonus, and later [[combat maneuvers]] to the badge maximum. This is your introduction to [[Enhancive item \| enhancive items]].

	Maps are going to be important because you probably won't have a good grasp of where to finish these tasks initially. Most commonly they can be found for each region in the respective [[List of hunting areas \|Hunting Areas]]. You'll become more confident as you venture out more routinely with knowing your surroundings. Originally done by Zepath and followed by Tsoran map makers have a long tradition in [[Elanthia]]. Rozy is one of the current prolific map makers along with Allereli and a ~~few~~ ~~others~~.		Maps are going to be important because you probably won't have a good grasp of where to finish these tasks initially. Most commonly they can be found for each region in the respective [[List of hunting areas \|Hunting Areas]]. You'll become more confident as you venture out more routinely with knowing your surroundings. Originally done by Zepath and followed by Tsoran map makers have a long tradition in [[Elanthia]]. Rozy is one of the current prolific map makers along with Allereli, Alosaka and numerous other contributors.

	Before venturing too far you should gain some favor with [[Lorminstra]] in the form of [[Deed \| deeds]]. Ask local adventurers for advice on how to attain them if you need so. They can be arranged with coins or gems depending on the location usually at the temple. You will need these if you are struck dead in the wilds to minimize the additional hurt of recovering, if you do.		Before venturing too far you should gain some favor with [[Lorminstra]] in the form of [[Deed \| deeds]]. Ask local adventurers for advice on how to attain them if you need so. They can be arranged with coins or gems depending on the location usually at the temple. You will need these if you are struck dead in the wilds to minimize the additional hurt of recovering, if you do.