Staggering Blow

Staggering Blow Mnemonic [sblow] Type Attack Roundtime ATTACK-2 Stamina Cost 15 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 Available In Combat Maneuvers Prerequisites Mighty Blow (at rank 2)

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Description

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

Mechanics

Your opponent suffers roundtime based on the degree of damage done by your blow. Your opponent may be knocked into adjacent room if you are strong enough (Strength Bonus of 15 or greater).

Additional Information

Messaging

>cman sblow Person
You swing a claidhmore at Person!
AS: +XXX vs DS: +143 with AvD: +47 + d100 roll: +10 = +XXX
   ... and hit for 34 points of damage!
  Slash to Person's chest!
  Breathe deep, it'll feel better in a minute.
He is stunned!
Person is knocked slightly off balance by the force of your blow!
Roundtime: 8 sec.

>cman sbl
You swing a perfect rolaren mattock at a minotaur warrior!
AS: +475 vs DS: +239 with AvD: +41 + d100 roll: +69 = +346
   ... and hit for 171 points of damage!
  Blow cracks a rib and punctures a lung.
  Breathing becomes a challenge.
The warrior is picked up by the force of your blow and hurled west!
Roundtime: 5 sec.

Resources

• List of combat maneuvers by profession