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Originally Posted by Anthony
Yes, 2d+11 crushing on a kick is pretty good, but note that he spent 30 points on trained by a master, 7 points on seven secret kicks, 25 points on unarmed master, and probably 20 points on power blow (to get a 17). If he'd spend those same 82 points on something like weapon master (broadsword), ST +4, Striking ST +2, he'd have a Swing of 3d+1, which would increase to 3d+8 cutting using a broadsword. Which can be used every turn and even multiple times per turn.
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Yeah... that's a good point.
So, how have others found martial artists in their groups? Underpowered for the points? If so, how do you compensate?
It's hard to measure the relative utility of not needing a weapon. A hands-and-feet martial artist can't be disarmed the way a knight can, but at the same time they lack the reach of many weapons and are vulnerable against creatures that might injure them on contact.