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Re: parrying

> From kcollins@bilbo.bio.purdue.edu  Fri Mar 10 07:40:06 2000
> Subject: Re: parrying
>
> If I recall correctly, DODGING skill is used just before the GM tries
> to hit you with a missile weapon.  Each die that you make vs. your
> skill ads 1 to your MDV.  Like all of the other weapon skill options
> (effective, precise, and lethal attack), I will probably start the 
> PARRYING skill with +2 per die because it is easier to block a sword 
> than it is to dodge an arrow.  If the character misses their skill
> check, then their CDV is lowered by 2/die (their either open themselves
> up for the attack or redirect the opponent's weapon into a vulnerable
> spot).
>
> I'll let everyone know the specifics before the game on Saturday.
>
> Kevin
>

So can this skill be used in addition to another skill in a round?

Despite the arguments about whether multiple skills can be used in one
round, I don't believe the book says anything about it. This would be
a Good Thing (tm) to have in a list of rulings.

-Sean