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Combat training and testing area

From here down we shall try some different combat styles and post starting with T1 then moving up to T2 and T3 maybe going to 7's combat and perhaps dice combat.

I found this on a site somewhere so it thought it would be good to post although i closed the window before i got the link so who knows where it came from



Fighting Styles

Over the years, fighting in AOL role play has changed and evolved. Dice, once the only way to properly battle, have become archaic to many role players, and SiM, the quick dice-less alternative too is dying down in popularity. Turn-Based battle, or TB, is emerging as the most widely accepted form of battling. However, during your experiences, you will most likely encounter all three forms of fighting styles, and thus should at least know the basics of each one.

Dice- As long as there are dice-based guilds and forums on AOL, dice battling will exist. The major advantage of dice over the other battle systems is the ability to easily calculate damage. One cannot dispute how much damage was done, the dice values are indisputable. However, how one gains his or her dice has been questions. Fake guilds and forums handing out high dice was one of the reasons for the Anti-Dice and Anti-Guild/Forum movements a few years back. Another complaint of dice play is the bad roll, when an easy attack is missed because of a bad roll of the dice. These reasons, along with the interchanging of dice and description, have resulted in the progression to dice-less systems.

SiM- Simulation battle is popular amongst players who role play Dragon Ball Z and Star Wars, realms where quick battles are common. Speed is synonymous with SiM, your ability to type quickly and without hesitation is necessary for this fast-paced form of battle. Description is preferred, but speed often comes first. The main compliant is the speed issue. Not all role players can type at an excess of 100 words per minute, let alone block or form complete actions at that speed. While SiM appears to be a free-for-all, fastest typist wins, there are a few standard rules, such as the necessity for separate posts for all actions, from drawing a gun to aiming to firing. Check with your opponent first to lie down all rules before-hand.

TB- As the name suggests, Turn-Based fighting is when each player is given the opportunity to complete a post before the opponent responds. Unlike SiM, speed is not an issue, and there is no cutting off another person’s attack. Players are able to write lengthy descriptive posts, which is favourable to some role players, and annoying to others. Persons unable to spend long periods of time for one battle may find turn-based more of a nuisance than a joy.


What system is best for you? Well, if you desire certainty and constraints, the dice system would be right for you, especially if you are involved with a guild or forum. If you are willing to drop definite answers and are good with description and excellent with speed, then SiMing is the way to go. If you want fighting to be like you are normally role playing and enjoy description especially, then turn-based battle would be best. Find persons from that fight in the various styles and play with them, learning all the additional rules. Experiment with each system, and then make a decision. Being well versed in all systems and having a preference is most ideal.

First define your character and thier weapons aswell as any special traits
For this we will be using humans with swords, spears or any melee weapon

Hal the tall training instructed step forward the tall man wore a long black coat without a left sleeve which was replaced with a steal guantlet that went from his palm uo to his shoulder, strapped to his left side a sword bladed dagger and on his back a longsword.

"First thing is first combat stance" He grinned to the young woman

Hal smiled softly and nodded slowly " something like that " As he drew his long sword with his right hand and gripped it tight with both hands infront of himself, His feet spread slight to shoulder length distance as he lowerd his frame slightly giving him a better vantage point.

" would you like to block first or strike first " He mocked the young woman as he winked at her

Hal grinned and nodded to the young woman as he tilted his sword to the right and let the light glimmer and sparkle on the blade. "as you wish" He winked as he took a step back and lifted his long sword high then moved in close and brought down the sword at her left side.