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Backstab Peter
Backstab Peter


Prerequisite Skill: [[Hide]]
Prerequisite Skill: [[Hide]], light-pierce.


The Backstab skill enables characters to attempt a sneak attack from behind, delivering a single devastating strike. However, it cannot be used against opponents who are actively engaged in combat.  
'''A single high damage strike  from the shadows against unengaged enemies.'''
 
The Backstab skill enables characters to attempt a sneak attack from behind, delivering a single devastating strike with a light-pierce weapon such as a dagger or dirk. However, it cannot be used against opponents who are actively engaged in combat.  


The chances of successfully landing a blow are drastically reduced if the backstabber is not hidden at the time of the attack. This skill rewards stealth and precision, making it a deadly tool in the hands of a skilled assassin.
The chances of successfully landing a blow are drastically reduced if the backstabber is not hidden at the time of the attack. This skill rewards stealth and precision, making it a deadly tool in the hands of a skilled assassin.


Backstab makes use of the agility attribute.
Backstab makes use of the agility and dexterity attributes.
 
'''<nowiki/>'It is advised players only take this skill if it suits their character concept.''''


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Latest revision as of 05:08, 4 November 2024

Usage: Backstab <target>

Backstab Lanky

Backstab Peter

Prerequisite Skill: Hide, light-pierce.

A single high damage strike from the shadows against unengaged enemies.

The Backstab skill enables characters to attempt a sneak attack from behind, delivering a single devastating strike with a light-pierce weapon such as a dagger or dirk. However, it cannot be used against opponents who are actively engaged in combat.

The chances of successfully landing a blow are drastically reduced if the backstabber is not hidden at the time of the attack. This skill rewards stealth and precision, making it a deadly tool in the hands of a skilled assassin.

Backstab makes use of the agility and dexterity attributes.

'It is advised players only take this skill if it suits their character concept.'

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