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Shostak · 12-27-2020, 09:50 PM

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Armor definitely has its advantages. There are ways to overcome its benefits, though. Pole weapons can be very effective against heavily armored foes. A spearman with little or no armor might be able to consistently attack first and can use the disengage option to force charge-attack situations that give damage bonuses.

A figure armed with broadsword or war axe (both 2d damage) and shield could shield rush to get the heavily armored foe on the ground for a +4DX attack. If you are using the optional aimed shots rules from In the Labyrinth, the DX bonus could be used to offset the penalty for a head shot.

If a shield is part of the heavily-armored foe's protection, outflanking to get past the shield is useful. Exploit initiative, facing, and engagement ruthlessly.

Heavy weapons like two-handed swords and battle axes do a lot of damage. The wielder could take the defend option and wait for an opening (also in ITL) to increase their chance of hittting the next turn. Soften up the tank with a heavy cross low bolt and then whack him with a battleaxe. Even with plate armor, those weapons can inflict a lot of hurt.

12-27-2020, 09:50 PM	#2
Shostak Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: New England	Re: Complete Newbie Questions about Melee Welcome! Armor definitely has its advantages. There are ways to overcome its benefits, though. Pole weapons can be very effective against heavily armored foes. A spearman with little or no armor might be able to consistently attack first and can use the disengage option to force charge-attack situations that give damage bonuses. A figure armed with broadsword or war axe (both 2d damage) and shield could shield rush to get the heavily armored foe on the ground for a +4DX attack. If you are using the optional aimed shots rules from In the Labyrinth, the DX bonus could be used to offset the penalty for a head shot. If a shield is part of the heavily-armored foe's protection, outflanking to get past the shield is useful. Exploit initiative, facing, and engagement ruthlessly. Heavy weapons like two-handed swords and battle axes do a lot of damage. The wielder could take the defend option and wait for an opening (also in ITL) to increase their chance of hittting the next turn. Soften up the tank with a heavy cross low bolt and then whack him with a battleaxe. Even with plate armor, those weapons can inflict a lot of hurt.