Parrying

From: Mikael Raaterova <ginijji_at_...>
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2000 15:46:42 +0200

Guy asked:
>|I can't see any basis in the rules for using weapon ranks
>|defensively, as
>|some have suggested.
>
>
>Hmm. How would parrying be handled, then? That was a crucial part of RQ
>combat.

Just because someone swings something sharp at you doesn't mean your reaction has to be a parry.

"He lifts his greatsword and tries to cleave you in twain. 14 AP."

"Bah, he's too slow; i kick him in the groin."

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Mikael Raaterova        [.sig omitted on legal advice]