Melee Combat

Melee Combat follows all of the same rules as the basic task resolution system with the additional rules listed below.

Basic Melee Combat

Stances

Balanced Stance: No bonus. VPs add to damage if win, VPs subtract from opponent's VPs if lose.

Aggressive Stance: +2 to roll. VPs add to damage if win. VPs do not subtract from opponent's VPs if lose.

Defensive Stance: +2 to roll. No damage on win. VPs subtract from opponent's VPs if lose.

Resolution

Dexterity + (Melee/Fight)

The Edge

+1 to highest total.

Damage and Armor

Damage and Damage Type

Basic High Velocity Energy

Armor Soak

Subtract applicable armor soak from damage.