Shield as a Weapon (sage ability) - Revision history

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 '''[[Shield (armour)|Shield]] as a [[Weapons List|weapon]]''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Puissance (sage study)|Puissance]]. Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)|shields]] offensively, except when possessing this ability. This technique allows the wielder to strike with the edge or boss of the shield, dealing '''1-4 damage''', while still benefiting from its defensive properties. The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons|hurled]] effectively at opponents, as its weight and design do not lend themselves to throwing attacks.
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-'''[[Shield (armour)|Shield]] as a [[Weapons List|weapon]]''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Puissance (sage study)|Puissance]].  Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)|shields]] as weapons, except when possessing this ability.  Generally, the edge of the shield is used to strike for '''1-4 damage'''.  When used as a weapon, the shield will serve simultaneously to provide its usual [[Armour Class|armour class]] adjustment for the combatant.  The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons|hurled]] effectively at opponents.
+'''[[Shield (armour)|Shield]] as a [[Weapons List|weapon]]''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Puissance (sage study)|Puissance]]. Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)|shields]] offensively, except when possessing this ability. This technique allows the wielder to strike with the edge or boss of the shield, dealing '''1-4 damage''', while still benefiting from its defensive properties. The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons|hurled]] effectively at opponents, as its weight and design do not lend themselves to throwing attacks.
-Like any weapon, the character must be [[Weapon Proficiencies|proficient]] in the shield or suffer a penalty in accordance with their class.  Further, the rules associated with [[Attacks with Two Weapons|attacking with two weapons]] also apply, if the character is using a weapon in their other hand.  The shield always acts as the combatant's '''secondary''' weapon, ''except'' when the character is ''charging''.  This means that the combatant with this sage ability still must have a '''[[Dexterity (ability stat)|dexterity]] of 13''' or more to be eligible to use the shield as a second weapon.  If the shield is used alone, dexterity is not a factor.
+If the wielder is using a weapon in their primary hand, the rules governing [[Attacks with Two Weapons|attacking with two weapons]] apply. The shield is always considered the secondary weapon, except when the character is charging — in which case the shield may be used as the primary striking tool. For standard combat, the wielder must have a [[Dexterity (ability stat)|dexterity]] of 13 or higher to wield the shield effectively alongside another weapon. If the shield is used as the sole weapon, dexterity is not a limiting factor, allowing even less agile combatants to utilise it effectively.
 == Charging ==
-When [[Charging|charging]], the shield is treated as the '''primary''' weapon of the attacker, and any other weapon used by the character as the secondary.  Shields cannot be used to perform a [[Charging#Passing Charges|passing charge]] against an enemy.
+When [[Charging|charging]], the shield is treated as the primary weapon of the attacker, while any other weapon wielded by the character is considered secondary. The momentum of the charge increases the effectiveness of a shield strike, making it a more viable offensive tool in close-quarters combat. However, due to its bulk and lack of reach, shields cannot be used to perform a [[Charging#Passing Charges|passing charge]] against an enemy. A successful shield charge is a direct, forceful collision meant to knock an opponent off balance or break their defensive posture rather than a swift drive-by strike.
 == Fumbles ==
-When attacking with a shield and a [[Critical Hits & Fumbles#Fumbles|natural 1 is rolled]], the shield is '''not dropped''' if it is strapped to the combatant's arm.  However, the fumble would mean striking a surface with the shield, or wrenching its weight unnaturally.  To account for this, the combatant must roll 2d6; a roll of "2" results in an [[Injury|injury]] of 2-8 points from the arm being fractured (2-3) or broken (4-8).  The shield will be useless and the character will be -4 [[Roll to Hit|to hit]] and [[Armour Class|armour class]] until the shield is removed.  If the shield is not strapped to the arm, then it will drop to the ground like any other weapon.
+When attacking with a shield and a [[Critical Hits & Fumbles#Fumbles|natural 1 is rolled]], the shield is not dropped if it is strapped to the combatant's arm. However, such a fumble represents an impact against a solid surface or an awkward, forceful wrenching of the shield's weight. To account for this, the combatant must roll 2d6 to determine if injury occurs.

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-'''[[Shield (armour)|shield]] as a [[Weapons List|weapon]]''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Puissance (sage study)|Puissance]].  Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)|shields]] as weapons, except when possessing this ability.  Generally, the edge of the shield is used to strike for '''1-4 damage'''.  When used as a weapon, the shield will serve simultaneously to provide its usual [[Armour Class|armour class]] adjustment for the combatant.  The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons|hurled]] effectively at opponents.
+'''[[Shield (armour)|Shield]] as a [[Weapons List|weapon]]''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Puissance (sage study)|Puissance]].  Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)|shields]] as weapons, except when possessing this ability.  Generally, the edge of the shield is used to strike for '''1-4 damage'''.  When used as a weapon, the shield will serve simultaneously to provide its usual [[Armour Class|armour class]] adjustment for the combatant.  The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons|hurled]] effectively at opponents.
 Like any weapon, the character must be [[Weapon Proficiencies|proficient]] in the shield or suffer a penalty in accordance with their class.  Further, the rules associated with [[Attacks with Two Weapons|attacking with two weapons]] also apply, if the character is using a weapon in their other hand.  The shield always acts as the combatant's '''secondary''' weapon, ''except'' when the character is ''charging''.  This means that the combatant with this sage ability still must have a '''[[Dexterity (ability stat)|dexterity]] of 13''' or more to be eligible to use the shield as a second weapon.  If the shield is used alone, dexterity is not a factor.
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 == Fumbles ==
 When attacking with a shield and a [[Critical Hits & Fumbles#Fumbles|natural 1 is rolled]], the shield is '''not dropped''' if it is strapped to the combatant's arm.  However, the fumble would mean striking a surface with the shield, or wrenching its weight unnaturally.  To account for this, the combatant must roll 2d6; a roll of "2" results in an [[Injury|injury]] of 2-8 points from the arm being fractured (2-3) or broken (4-8).  The shield will be useless and the character will be -4 [[Roll to Hit|to hit]] and [[Armour Class|armour class]] until the shield is removed.  If the shield is not strapped to the arm, then it will drop to the ground like any other weapon.

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 == Fumbles ==
-When attacking with a shield and a [[Critical Hits & Fumbles#Fumbles|natural 1 is rolled]], the shield is '''not dropped''' if it is strapped to the combatant's arm.  However, the fumble would mean striking a surface with the shield, or wrenching its weight unnaturally.  To account for this, the combatant must roll 2d6; a roll of "2" results in an [[Injuries|injury]] of 2-8 points from the arm being fractured (2-3) or broken (4-8).  The shield will be useless and the character will be -4 [[Roll to Hit|to hit]] and [[Armour Class|armour class]] until the shield is removed.  If the shield is not strapped to the arm, then it will drop to the ground like any other weapon.
+When attacking with a shield and a [[Critical Hits & Fumbles#Fumbles|natural 1 is rolled]], the shield is '''not dropped''' if it is strapped to the combatant's arm.  However, the fumble would mean striking a surface with the shield, or wrenching its weight unnaturally.  To account for this, the combatant must roll 2d6; a roll of "2" results in an [[Injury|injury]] of 2-8 points from the arm being fractured (2-3) or broken (4-8).  The shield will be useless and the character will be -4 [[Roll to Hit|to hit]] and [[Armour Class|armour class]] until the shield is removed.  If the shield is not strapped to the arm, then it will drop to the ground like any other weapon.
 See [[Puissance (sage study)|Puissance]]

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	Using the '''[[Shield (armour)\|shield]] as a [[Weapons List\|weapon]]''' is a [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] associated with [[Combat\|combat]]. Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)\|shields]] as weapons, except when possessing this ability. Generally, the edge of the shield is used to strike for '''1-4 damage'''. When used as a weapon, the shield will serve simultaneously to provide its usual [[Armour Class\|armour class]] adjustment for the combatant. The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons\|hurled]] effectively at opponents.		Using the '''[[Shield (armour)\|shield]] as a [[Weapons List\|weapon]]''' is a [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] associated with [[Combat\|combat]]. Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)\|shields]] as weapons, except when possessing this ability. Generally, the edge of the shield is used to strike for '''1-4 damage'''. When used as a weapon, the shield will serve simultaneously to provide its usual [[Armour Class\|armour class]] adjustment for the combatant. The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons\|hurled]] effectively at opponents.

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−	Using the '''[[Shield (armour)\|shield]] as a [[Weapons List\|weapon]]''' is a [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] associated with [[Combat\|combat]]. Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)\|shields]] as weapons, except when possessing this ability. Generally, the edge of the shield is used to strike for '''1-4 damage'''. When used as a weapon, the shield will serve simultaneously to provide its usual [[Armour Class\|armour class]] adjustment for the combatant.	+	Using the '''[[Shield (armour)\|shield]] as a [[Weapons List\|weapon]]''' is a [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] associated with [[Combat\|combat]]. Ordinarily, combatants cannot use [[Shield (armour)\|shields]] as weapons, except when possessing this ability. Generally, the edge of the shield is used to strike for '''1-4 damage'''. When used as a weapon, the shield will serve simultaneously to provide its usual [[Armour Class\|armour class]] adjustment for the combatant. The shield cannot be [[Hurled Weapons\|hurled]] effectively at opponents.

	Like any weapon, the character must be [[Weapon Proficiencies\|proficient]] in the shield or suffer a penalty in accordance with their class. Further, the rules associated with [[Attacks with Two Weapons\|attacking with two weapons]] also apply, if the character is using a weapon in their other hand. The shield always acts as the combatant's '''secondary''' weapon, ''except'' when the character is ''charging''. This means that the combatant with this sage ability still must have a '''[[Dexterity (ability stat)\|dexterity]] of 13''' or more to be eligible to use the shield as a second weapon. If the shield is used alone, dexterity is not a factor.		Like any weapon, the character must be [[Weapon Proficiencies\|proficient]] in the shield or suffer a penalty in accordance with their class. Further, the rules associated with [[Attacks with Two Weapons\|attacking with two weapons]] also apply, if the character is using a weapon in their other hand. The shield always acts as the combatant's '''secondary''' weapon, ''except'' when the character is ''charging''. This means that the combatant with this sage ability still must have a '''[[Dexterity (ability stat)\|dexterity]] of 13''' or more to be eligible to use the shield as a second weapon. If the shield is used alone, dexterity is not a factor.