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Staggering Blow
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Mnemonic
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[sblow]
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Activating Verb
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CMAN
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Type
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Attack
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Roundtime
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ATTACK-2
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Stamina Cost
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15
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Offensive Gear
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Both hands
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Requirements
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Cannot be used with small weapons or closed fist attacks. Cannot be used with two weapon combat.
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Attributes
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Hostile Initiator Stance Penalty Shield Defensive Bonus Target Stance Bonus
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Available To
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Warriors, Paladins
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Rank
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Cost/acquired at
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1
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2
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2
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4
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3
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6
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4
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8
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5
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10
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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.