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Old 06-13-2018, 08:45 PM   #10
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Default Re: The chance to hit a NINJA...

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Originally Posted by Tim Kauffman View Post
But isn't it all the same thing though? The -1 to hit or the -1 shift only applies when attacking a NINJA, which ignores Ds. The shifting down or the -1 to hit and looking before you roll isn't really throwing the game out anyway is it? You should be able to see ahead that way I would think.
Either method could be used to "quick reference" what you need to hit, and adjust as you see fit.
The end effect is the same and "-1 to the die roll" is an easy mechanic to explain and remember, so there is no point in wasting word count. Plus, it means you can use the same basic rule for other units - such as Ranger infantry - without having to then explain why you're not using column shifts for them.
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