Edit Technique: Weapons Proficiency: Swords

Description: A foundational skillset for Sword use, and Prerequisite for Sword Techniques that offer specific styles of sword play.

Comments: None

Max Level: 20

Maneuver Templates (2)

Sword Attack
Description: A Basic Attack Template for Swords.
• Swing (Required)
• Grip (Required)
• Modifier (Optional)
• Movement (Optional)

Output Type: Attack
Requirements:
Materials:

• 1× Weapon: Sword, Is Not Consumed, Must Be Equipped.

Sword Block
Description: A Block with a Sword
• Grip (Required)
• Block (Required)
• Modifier (Optional)

Output Type: Block
Requirements:
Materials:

• 1× Weapon: Sword, Is Not Consumed, Must Be Equipped.

Special Abilities (21)

Level 1

Diagonal Slash
Description: Slash Diagonally with the weapon
Special Ability Type: Swing
ASP Cost: 15
Damage Type: Slashing
Ranger Modifier: 5ft
Area of Effect: Directly in front, High to low Arc
Execution Time: Speed
Mobility: Mobile
Interruptibility: 1 (Reflex Multiplier)
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 5
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Horizontal Block
Description: Hold the blade horizontally to block overhead or high attacks.
Special Ability Type: Block
Execution Time: 4*Reflex
Mobility: Stationary
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Horizontal Slash
Description: A wide horizontal slash aimed at the midsection.
Special Ability Type: Swing
ASP Cost: 15
Damage Type: Slashing
Ranger Modifier: 5ft
Area of Effect: Wide horizontal arc (single target)
Execution Time: Speed
Mobility: Mobile
Interruptibility: 1 (Reflex Multiplier)
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
One-Handed Grip
Description: Grip the sword with one hand. Faster swings at the cost of power.
Special Ability Type: Grip
Output Forumla: SpeedIndex * Atk + 0.5 * Strength
Damage Type: Slashing
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Two-Handed Grip
Description: Grip the sword with both hands for more power and stability.
Special Ability Type: Grip
Output Forumla: SpeedIndex * Atk + 2 * Strength
Damage Type: Slashing
Execution Time: +0.5 * Speed
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 2

Vertical Block
Description: Position the sword vertically to parry side (horizontal) attacks.
Special Ability Type: Block
Execution Time: 4*Reflex
Mobility: Stationary
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Vertical Slash
Description: A powerful downward vertical chop with the sword.
Special Ability Type: Swing
ASP Cost: 15
Damage Type: Slashing
Ranger Modifier: 5ft
Area of Effect: Overhead vertical arc (single target)
Execution Time: Speed
Mobility: Mobile
Interruptibility: 1 (Reflex Multiplier)
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 3

Diagonal Slash
Description: A diagonal slash from shoulder to opposite side, combining speed and power.
Special Ability Type: Swing
ASP Cost: 15
Damage Type: Slashing
Ranger Modifier: 5ft
Area of Effect: Diagonal high-to-low arc (single target)
Execution Time: Speed
Mobility: Mobile
Interruptibility: 1 (Reflex Multiplier)
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Lunge
Description: A quick forward step to extend reach during an attack.
Special Ability Type: Movement
ASP Cost: 5
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 4

Edge Alignment
Description: Passive training to align the blade edge properly on strikes. (Enables advanced Grips)
Special Ability Type: Passive
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Refined One-Handed Grip
Description: Advanced one-hand grip focusing on precision and control.
Special Ability Type: Grip
Output Forumla: SpeedIndex * Atk + 0.5 * Strength
Damage Type: Slashing
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 2
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Refined Two-Handed Grip
Description: Advanced two-hand grip for superior edge alignment and accuracy.
Special Ability Type: Grip
Output Forumla: SpeedIndex * Atk + 2 * Strength
Damage Type: Slashing
Execution Time: +0.5 * Speed
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 2
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 5

Distance Management
Description: Passive training to control spacing and reach in combat. (Enables advanced Swings)
Special Ability Type: Passive
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Thrust
Description: A straight thrusting attack with the sword point, using expert distance judgment.
Special Ability Type: Swing
ASP Cost: 15
Damage Type: Piercing
Ranger Modifier: 5ft
Area of Effect: Linear forward thrust (single target)
Execution Time: Speed
Mobility: Mobile
Interruptibility: 1 (Reflex Multiplier)
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 2
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 6

Angled Parry
Description: A deflecting parry that redirects an incoming blow at an angle.
Special Ability Type: Block
Mobility: Stationary
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 2
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Awareness
Description: Passive training for heightened awareness of attacks. (Enables advanced Blocks)
Special Ability Type: Passive
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Intercepting Block
Description: An anticipatory block that intercepts the attack early in its swing.
Special Ability Type: Block
Mobility: Stationary
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 2
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 7

Draw Cut
Description: A cutting attack that drags the blade across the target to induce bleeding.
Special Ability Type: Swing
ASP Cost: 15
Damage Type: Slashing
Ranger Modifier: 5ft
Area of Effect: Drawn slicing cut (single target)
Execution Time: Speed
Special Effect: Inflicts bleeding on target
Mobility: Mobile
Interruptibility: 1 (Reflex Multiplier)
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 1
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.
Pommel Strike
Description: A close-range strike with the sword’s pommel to stun an opponent.
Special Ability Type: Swing
ASP Cost: 15
Damage Type: Bludgeoning
Ranger Modifier: 5ft
Area of Effect: Very short-range strike (single target)
Execution Time: Speed
Special Effect: May stun target briefly
Mobility: Mobile
Interruptibility: 1 (Reflex Multiplier)
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 1
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 8

Feint
Description: A deceptive fake swing to mislead the opponent, making the real attack more accurate.
Special Ability Type: Modifier
ASP Cost: 5
Execution Time: +0.5 * Speed
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 5
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.

Level 9

Disarm
Description: An attempt to knock the opponent’s weapon out of their hand instead of dealing damage.
Special Ability Type: Modifier
ASP Cost: 10
Execution Time: +0.5 * Speed
Special Effect: On success, target drops their weapon
User Input Parameters:
Testing Stat: Combat Focus
Check Bonus: 0
Successes to Master: 10
Periphera can learn this Special Ability.