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ARCHER

Since the first hunters invented the bow to hunt animals, it quickly became one of the most prominent weapons in the armies. Over the course of history, the bow evolved into more technologically advanced forms, such as crossbows and firearms. As time progressed and the hunters became soldiers, those who mastered the bow became Archers. Archers can range from bow-wielding infantry to rifle-wielding snipers trained to perform long-range assassinations, depending on the era. Rarely would Archers need to put their own bodies on the line as frequently as melee warriors, as they can fire and be well out of range of most conventional counterattack methods. Having such an advantage comes at a price, though: the number of attacks they can perform is limited to the amount of ammunition they are carrying.

STR VIT AGI SPD MAG SPR
+15 +10 +15 +10 +5 +5

Representatives: Barret (FFVII), Mustadio (FFT), Wakka (FFX), Archer Job (FFT, FFTA), Gunner Job (FFTA, FFX-2), Hunter Job (FFIII, FFV), Ranger Job (FFXI), Sniper Job (FFTA)
HP Die: d10
MP Die: n/a
Weapons: Boomerangs, Bows, Crossbows, Rifles
Armor: Armwear, Hats, Suits, Shields
Attack Bonus: +30
Skill Points: 240
Skill Aptitude: Wilderness
Required Skills: Tracking, One Weapon Skill
SNIPE

The Archer job specializes in fighting with virtually any type of ranged weapon through skill and a few subtle tricks. With such a weapon at hand, they can focus their will into their shots to increase their accuracy, cripple enemies by aiming for specific parts of their bodies, and utilize other abilities that make them invaluable in any party.

Charge [Level 1]
Type: Slow Target: Single Another method Archers use to increase the effectiveness of their assaults is simply by waiting for a perfect shot. The longer they wait, the more damage they inflict. As the Archer increases in level, he becomes more patient and precise with his assault, charging longer and inflicting a percentage of additional damage.

Table X-X: Charge

Level Damage Bonus Charge Time
1 +25% 2
29 +50% 10
43 +75% 14
64 +100% 20

For example, a shot that normally inflicts 200 HP of damage will inflict 300 HP of damage with Charge +50% at a charge time of 10. All Charged shots are reduced by the target's Armor.

Leg Aim [Level 8]
Type: Slow (4) Target: Single

Carefully taking aim, the Archer fires off a shot at the enemy's leg, trying to cripple the vulnerable joints there. There is a (50 + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance that the enemy will be inflicted with the status Immobilize (4), due to the well-aimed strike to the leg.

Arm Aim [Level 15]
Type: Slow (6) Target: Single

Again aiming with precision, the Archer this time fires at the enemy's arm. Going for a shoulder, elbow, wrist or other critical joint, the Archer's intent is to damage the foe's ability to fight and remove them from the battle. There is a (50 + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance that the target is inflicted with Disable (4) because of the hit.

Mindblow [Level 22]
Type: Slow (icon_cool.gif Target: Single

The Archer aims at the enemy's skull, and fires a concussion-inducing shot. Since the Archer's intention wasn't to inflict cranial pain, but to scramble their brains a little bit, this Ability inflicts 100%, M.Armor MP damage.

Lock On [Level 29]
Type: Slow (10) Target: Single

One of the Archer's most powerful abilities, Lock On uses training and patience to find the perfect moment to attack. The Archer is able to track his target perfectly, capable of landing shots even in situations where it would seem impossible. When using Lock On, the Archer makes a normal Attack action. This attack automatically hits, inflicting normal damage, taking Armor into account. Also, any statuses which may be inflicted by the weapon or any special ammunition being used gain a +30% chance to take effect (unless the target is Immune).

Reverse Shot [Level 36]
Type: Slow (12) Target: Single

Using dead-eye aim and accumulated knowledge, the Archer fires a shot which strikes the enemy's armor. The impact causes the enemy's own defense to work for the Archer, inflicting normal weapon damage. However, instead of subtracting the target's ARM from the damage done, that amount is added.

Arrow Guard [Level 43]
Type: Support

After repeatedly being on the business end of ranged assaults, the Archer eventually learns to be able to see incoming Ranged assaults, giving him more of a fighting chance to dodge that otherwise fatal shot. The Archer is granted a Defense bonus equal to his Level in regards to any Ranged attack focused solely on him. In this respect, Arrow Guard does not grant bonuses against anything modified by M. Defense or Abilities that target Groups, Parties, or the entire battlefield, regardless of the assault's method of defense.

Arrow Rain [Level 50]
Type: Slow (16) Target: Group

Harnessing the power of the Lock On skill and letting loose with everything he's got, the Archer can unleash a rapid fire barrage of attacks to his opponents. When using Arrow Rain, the Archer hits each target in the enemy group once, automatically striking the target for normal damage. For each individual target, however, the Archer may opt to use special ammunition. A different type of ammunition may be selected for each target, and if any special effects of that ammunition are applied, as if Arrow Rain were a normal Attack action. Any special ammunition chosen for Arrow Rain is consumed as normal. Irrespective of the ammo used or the number of targets, each of the shots hits its designated target only. For example - when facing down two Bombs, an Adamantoise and a Flan, the Archer can select to use an Ice Arrow on each of the Bombs to do extra damage to them, while using a Samurai Arrow to punch through the Adamantoise's extra-thick shell better and a Mute Arrow to prevent the Flan from casting further spells. Total ammunition use for that particular use of Arrow Rain was two Ice Arrows, a Samurai Arrow and a Mute Arrow, all of which are removed from the Archer's inventory.

Triple Foul [Level 57]
Type: Slow (1icon_cool.gif Target: Single

One of the Archer's prized crippling techniques, the Archer focuses on his shot for a few moments, then shoots. The shot divides off into three fragments, each targeting a different portion of the body. This attack will inflict no damage, however, the Archer simultaneously inflicts the statuses Confusion (6), Disable (6), and Silence (6). Each of these effects has a (50 + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance of being inflicted. Each status is checked for separately.

Continuous Shot [Level 64]
Type: Slow (20) Target: Group

Even the Archer panics sometimes! In a jam, the Archer may simply unload as many shots as they can, not worrying about whom or what they hit. Because the Archer is not concentrating as he should, each shot hits a random enemy target, and gradually loses accuracy.

The first shot automatically hits the target. The second shot has a flat 90% chance to hit, ignoring Defense. Every subsequent shot subtracts 10% from this number. Therefore, the third shot has a flat 80% chance to hit, the fourth has a flat 70% chance, etc. After enough shots, the CoS hits a minimum of 10%. The Archer may continue to shoot until he misses the target. Each shot inflicts normal weapon damage and is reduced by Armor.

FENCER

Some swordsmen rely on brute force or calling upon their inner energies to defeat their foes. The Fencer, however, relies on sheer speed and grace to take down their enemies. The Fencer is also a master of the defensive arts, and relies on his speed, natural skill, and training to simply avoid many a blow that is aimed at him. Fencers most often make use of light swords, such as rapiers and foils. The Fencer also does not wear heavy armor, as his focus is not on reducing the damage done by an attack, but on simply not being hit at all. Fencers are often employed by kingdoms as elite guardsmen, and are almost always trained by fellow Fencers in limited schools. The best Fencers out there are renowned for being nigh impossible to successfully strike.

STR VIT AGI SPD MAG SPR
+10 +10 +15 +15 +5 +5

Representatives: Fencer Job (FFTA)
HP Die: d10
MP Die: n/a
Weapons: Knives, Light Swords, Swords
Armor: Armwear, Hats, Suits, Shields
Attack Bonus: +30
Skill Points: 240
Skill Aptitude: Weapon
Required Skills: One Weapon Skill
FENCING

Fencing is the art of using one's speed and ingenuity to overcome an opponent. It includes distracting attacks and calling upon elemental forces with their internal energies, in addition to rapid strikes with their blades.

Swarmstrike [Level 1]
Type: Slow (2) Target: Single

The Fencer summons a swarm of insects out of thin air, and with a wave of the weapon, commands them to charge at a single target. The tiny bugs swarm the target, trying to envelop it and strike with bites and stings; when all is said and done, this ability has a (50 + Level + AGI x 2), Defense chance of inflicting Poison (Unlimited).

Abandon [Level 8]
Type: Support

Upon reaching this level, the Fencer begins to transcend normal dodging abilities, and becomes much more difficult to strike, gaining a bonus to their DEF score equal to half their level.

Featherblow [Level 15]
Type: Slow (6) Target: Single

The Fencer executes a basic form, thrusting and slashing his sword in the air about him. Upon its completion, a feather-shaped blade of air flies at the target for (10 x AGI) + 3d8, M.Armor Wind damage.

Greased Lightning [Level 22]
Type: Support

At this point, the Fencer has become so swift that he can strike enemies faster than the eye can track. Due to this, normal Attack Actions made by the Fencer are fast enough that the enemy's Reactions fail to go off.

Shadowstick [Level 29]
Type: Slow (10) Target: Single

The Fencer brings his sword around him, cutting through the air, in an intricate form. The nearby spirits are called to action, and shadows rise up from the ground. They swirl around the target, dealing (14 x AGI) + 4d8, Armor Shadow damage. In addition, they have a (50 + Level + AGI x 2), Defense chance of inflicting Agility Break (4).

Checkmate [Level 36]
Type: Slow (12) Target: Single

The Fencer approaches his opponent, and unleashes a number of quick thrusts at him. The attacks are aimed at pressure points and vital areas, and has a (50 + Level + AGI x 2), Defense chance of inflicting the Condemned and Slow statuses on the victim (4). Roll seperately for each status.

Swallowtail [Level 43]
Type: Slow (14) Target: Group

The Fencer concentrates for a time, then unleashes a flurry of swift strikes at the enemy party. The blows, spread out like the feathers in a swallow's tail, pepper all foes for (16 x AGI) + 5d8, Armor Physical damage apiece.

Manastrike [Level 50]
Type: Slow (16) Target: Single

The Fencer raises his blade before his face, and the sword lights up with a blue glow. Using his internal energies, the Fencer stabs at his enemy, dealing (20 x AGI) + 4d12, M.Armor MP damage to a single foe.

Nighthawk [Level 57]
Type: Slow (1icon_cool.gif Target: Single

The Fencer rests the tip of his sword on the ground, and becomes engulfed in darkness. He then holds the blade aloft, and the shadows flow from him and off the sword, forming a dark bird that proceeds to swoop down on the target. Upon striking, the hawk explodes with black energy, inflicting (27 x AGI) + 5d12, M.Armor Shadow damage.

Piercethrough [Level 64]
Type: Slow (20) Target: Single

The Fencer is briefly surrounded by a bright light, and then dashes at his chosen foe like a blur. As he does, he impales his target, inflicting (32 x AGI) + 5d12 Physical damage, ignoring the Armor of the target.

KNIGHT

STR VIT AGI SPD MAG SPR
+15 +15 +10 +10 +5 +5

Representatives: Knight Job (FFIII, FFV, FFT), Leo (FFVI), Steiner (FFIX), Auron (FFX), Soldier Job (FFTA)
HP Die: d10
MP Die: n/a
Weapons: Axes, Swords, Greatswords, Flails, Gloves, Knives, Polearms
Armor: Gauntlets, Helmets, Mail, Shields
Attack Bonus: +30
Skill Points: 240
Skill Aptitude: Weapon Skills
Required Skills: Command, One Weapon Skill
SWORD ART

Minus Strike [Level 1]
Type: Slow (2) Target: Single

Part of a Knight's training is the willingness to fight to the bitter end, and to stand strong, even when it seems hopeless. This technique holds to that, harnessing the Knight's own wounds to injure the enemy. Harnessing his own vital life energy, the Knight gathers power in his weapon, and slashes at the victim, causing a blast of power to rise up and rip through the target. When Minus Strike is performed, it deals one enemy damage equal to the difference between the Knight's maximum HP and current HP. Thus a Knight with only 56 of his possible 120 HP will do 64 HP damage to their target. Damage from this attack is not modified by the target's Armor rating.

Armor Break [Level 8]
Type: Fast Target: Single

Key to inflicting great damage to an opponent is not only to hit hard, but to make your target's defenses weaker. With a single powerful blow, the Knight has a (50 + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance of shattering the victim's armor and render them defenseless, inflicting Armor Break (6).

Mental Break [Level 15]
Type: Fast Target: Single

While the Knight is a master of physical combat, many of the Knight's allies are more powerful in the ways of magic. To assist them in combat, the Knight has learned how to devastate mystical defenses, as well as physical ones. On a (50 + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance, the Knight can inflict Mental Break (6) to a target.

Power Break [Level 22]
Type: Fast Target: Single

The best defense is often times is to prevent the enemy from striking at all. Striking at an opponent's weapon, the Knight has a (50% + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance to break the enemy's offensive capabilities, inflicting Power Break (6).

Magic Break [Level 29]
Type: Fast Target: Single

Not all opponents rely on physical attacks to do damage. In order to halt an offensive, the Knight must also learn how to handle magic as well as steel. Taking a swing at the target's head, the Knight has a (50% + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance of inflicting Magic Break (6).

Thunder Slash [Level 36]
Type: Slow (12) Target: Single

The Knight focuses all his rage into one wide arced slash, which sends a barrage of crackling energy forth, inflicting 150%, Armor Lightning Elemental damage to one enemy.

Climhazzard [Level 43]
Type: Slow (14) Target: Group

The Knight brandishes his weapon in a threatening manner before slashing through the air, sending a wave of energy at all enemies, inflicting 125%, M.Armor Non-Elemental damage.

Iai Strike [Level 50]
Type: Slow (16) Target: Single

The Knight rears back and hits the enemy with one massive, all-or-nothing blow with all their might which has a flat 30% chance of instantly killing any opponent (undead and boss-type opponents are immune to this attack). If the target is not instantly killed, the residual force of the blow inflicts 100%, Armor physical damage.

Shock [Level 57]
Type: Slow (1icon_cool.gif Target: Group

The Knight holds his weapon to the sky, using it as a rod to direct a stray bolt of energy into the sky. This triggers a sudden rain of destructive bolts, dealing 150%, Armor physical damage to the entire enemy party.

Stock Break [Level 64]
Type: Slow (20) Target: Group

The Knight focuses all his accumulated knowledge into a single brutal blow. Charging forward, the Knight strikes once in the midst of the enemy, sending a powerful shockwave outwards. Each enemy has a (50% + Level + (AGI x 2)), Defense chance of being inflicted with Armor Break (6), Mental Break (6), Power Break (6) and Magic Break (6). Roll only once per target - either all statuses are inflicted, or none are.

SAMURAI

Samurai are tradition-bound warriors with a mystical bent; though their firm code of chivalry leads to inevitable comparisons with their brothers-in-arms, the Knights, where the Knight relies on brute force, the Samurai's true power stems from their supernatural allies. On their own, a Samurai is a versatile combatant; though many Samurai are also trained in the arts of mounted combat and archery, able to engage their opponents up close as well as at a distance, their weapon of choice is the katana.

Skilled swordsmen, the secret of the Samurai's success with their weapon of choice lies in its construction; the metal of the katana entraps a nature spirit, or kami, bound to the weapon during the forging process. Learning how to free these imprisoned spirits in order to channel their energies into an attack is an integral and long-winded part of the Samurai's training; those Samurai who distinguish themselves through their accomplishments in battle will eventually learn to expand this talent into harnessing the power of free-roaming kami of earth and the elements into ever-more devastating effects. A few have even gone beyond this, moving bare-footed over lakes on cushions of water spirits or travelling through the bitterest cold cloaked by fire kami; such mastery, however, is only seen on the rarest of occasions.

STR VIT AGI SPD MAG SPR
+13 +12 +10 +10 +10 +5

Representatives: Auron (FFX), Samurai Job (FFV, FFT, FFX-2, FFXI)
HP Die: d10
MP Die: n/a
Weapons: Katana, Swords, Knives
Armor: Gauntlets, Helmets, Mail
Attack Bonus: +30
Skill Points: 240
Skill Aptitude: Weapon
Required Skills: One Weapon Skill
BUSHIDO

Literally translating to 'the path of the brave warrior', the Samurai's code of martial conduct is one which stresses bravery, honor and self-discipline in as well as out of battle. All Draw Out effects (unless directly stated otherwise) are reliant on the katana that the Samurai is wielding at the time of the ability's use. If no katana is being wielded, then the ability may not be used. Merely having a katana in the inventory is not sufficient, and the character must have it in hand and drawn to activate it.

Draw Out [Level 1]
Type: Slow (Variable) Target: Varies

A Samurai may call on a Katana's resident spirit for assistance at any point in battle - provided they have the desired Katana to hand. Each Katana has its own unique effect; consult the table below for the relevant details.

However, this talent is not without its price -- each time Draw Out is used on a Katana, there is a (30 + Draw Out Rating) - Samurai's Level)% CoS that the spirit inside the Katana will be exhausted after the use of the Draw Out. As a result, the Samurai is inflicted with the status Curse (4), ignoring any immunities to the status. A Percentile Roll must be made immediately after the effects of the Draw Out have been calculated; these go through regardless of whether or not the Katana is exhausted. This CoS may never be lower than 10%, regardless of the Samurai's current Level.

Table 4-2: Draw Out Effects

Name Type Rating Target
Effect
Ashura Slow (2) 1 Group
A series of ghostly swords materialize, slashing at all enemies for (2 x MAG) + 2d6, M. Armor Non-Elemental Damage.
Oborotsuki Slow (2) 1 Single
The world seems to darken as the Samurai propels a glowing silver sphere of energy at the target for (4 x MAG) + 2d6, M. Armor Non-Elemental damage & has a 30% flat chance to cause the status condition Blind (4).
Kotetsu Slow (4) 5 Group
A chilling banshee-howl penetrates all enemies for (4 x MAG) + 3d6, M. Armor Non-Elemental Damage.
Moutsurugi Slow (4) 5 Single
A series of ghost strike out at the enemy to form the kanji for the word "Fuin" (Seal). The Samurai has a [50+LVL+(MAGx2), MDEF]% chance to inflict Magic Break (6).
Namakura Slow (6) 10 Single
A warm, calm wind begins to blow, granting the Regen Status Condition (6).
Mukademeru Slow (6) 10 Single
The area is lit green as strings of light assault the target for (8 x MAG) + 4d6, M. Armor damage and form a spider's web. There is also a 30% chance to cause the status condition Poison (U).
Ichimonji Slow (icon_cool.gif 18 Group
An unearthly whisper removes (12 x MAG) + 4d6, M. Armor MP from all opponents.
Raikoumaru Slow (icon_cool.gif 18 Group
Potent lightning bolts strike the enemies for (12 x MAG) + 4d6, M. Armor Lightning damage.
Bizen's Pride Slow (10) 24 Single
A ethereal crane takes flight, inflicting the Haste Status Condition (6).
Onikiri Slow (10) 24 Single
An ethereal lion charges from the blade, causing (15 x MAG) + 5d6, M. Armor non-elemental damage.
Murasame Slow (12) 35 Party
A weeping spirit appears, restoring (15 x MAG) + 5d6 HP to all allies.
Ikuzatachi Slow (12) 35 Group
An angry swarm of red and blue emerge from the Katana, ripping into the enemies for (16 x MAG) + 5d6, M. Armor Non-Elemental damage.
Kiyomori Slow (14) 44 Party
An army of spectral soldiers appears, granting the Shell (6) and Protect (6) Status Conditions to all allies.
Jyurokusakura Slow (14) 44 Single
Blackness surrounds the target as Death appears. The target has a 30% chance to be reduced to zero HP. If unsuccessful, the Draw Out causes (19 x MAG) + 4d8, M. Armor Non-Elemental damage.
Heaven's Cloud Slow (16) 50 Group
A screaming spirit charges at the enemy for (24 x MAG) + 4d8, M. Armor Non-Elemental Damage.
Kageshibari Slow (16) 50 Single
Five ghosts circle the enemy with ethereal fire causing (27 x MAG) + 4d10, M. Armor Non-Elemental damage and has a 30% chance to cause Stop (4).
Shiranui Slow (1icon_cool.gif 55 Single
Intangible cherry-blossoms swirl around the target, draining out (30 x MAG) + 4d10, M. Armor Non-Elemental damage.
Chaos Blade Slow (1icon_cool.gif 55 Group
A tempest of ghosts emerge from the Katana with a 30% chance of causing each of the following status conditions: Blind (6), Poison (U), Confusion (6), and Slow (6). Roll separately for each condition.
Masamune Slow (20) 60 Group
A conflagration of blue flames blazes the enemy for (35 x MAG) + 4d10, M. Armor Non-Elemental Damage.
Genji Blade Slow (20) 60 Party
Gold light surrounds the party, granting the status conditions Haste (6) and Regen (6).

Soul Blade [Level 1]
Type: Slow (Variable) Target: Single

By tempering the power of the blade's spirit, a Samurai knows how to release the energy trapped in their Katana in short, steady bursts to inflict Status ailments on their foes. As with Draw Out, each blade's spirit has its own power; the Status Conditions listed below have a CoS of 50 + Level + MAGx2)%, M. Defense of affecting the chosen target.

Table 4-1: Soul Blade Effects
Katana Type Rating Effect
Ashura Slow (2) 1 Berserk (6)
Oborotsuki Slow (2) 1 Blind (6)
Kotetsu Slow (3) 5 Confusion (6)
Moutsurugi Slow (3) 5 Spirit Down (6)
Namakura Slow (5) 10 Sleep (6)
Mukademeru Slow (5) 10 Poison (U)
Ichimonji Slow (7) 18 Silence (6)
Raikoumaru Slow (7) 18 Weakness: Lightning (4)
Bizen's Pride Slow (icon_cool.gif 24 Slow (6)
Onikiri Slow (icon_cool.gif 24 Disable (6)
Murasame Slow (9) 35 Time Slip (6)
Ikuzatachi Slow (9) 35 Armor Break (4)
Kiyomori Slow (10) 44 Dispel - all statuses are cancelled.
Jyurokusakura Slow (10) 44 Condemned (4)
Heaven's Cloud Slow (11) 50 Curse (4)
Kageshibari Slow (11) 50 Stop (4)
Shiranui Slow (12) 55 Meltdown (2)
Chaos Blade Slow (12) 55 Charm (4)
Masamune Slow (14) 60 Slow (6) + Agility Break (6)
Genji Blade Slow (14) 60 Power Break (6) + Magic Break (6)

One immediate advantage is that these small releases of power are far less dangerous to the weapon itself - each time Soul Edge is used, there is a (20 + Draw Out Rating) - Samurai's Level% CoS that spirit's release will leave the Katana exhuasted. As with Draw Out, the Percentile Roll must be made immediately after calculating the effects; the CoS may never be lower than 5%, regardless of the Samurai's current Level.

Sword Slap [Level 8]
Type: Slow (4) Target: Single

Charging their Katana with spiritual energy, the Samurai smacks an opponent with the flat of the blade with thundering force. The suddenness and impact of the strike has a (50 + Level + AGIx2), Defense chance of nullifying the target's next action. Sword Slap automatically fails if the target is I: Seal. Each time Sword Slap is used, there is a (28 - Samurai's Level)% CoS that the Katana is exhausted from the blow; the usual 10% minimum applies.

Meatbone Slash [Level 15]
Type: Reaction Target: Single

In times of crisis, the Samurai is able to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. If the Samurai is struck while below 25% of their maximum HP, they have a flat 50% chance of counter-attacking. Roll to hit as per an Attack Action, but the damage inflicted, if it hits, is equal to the Samurai's maximum HP.

Dragon Fang [Level 22]
Type: Slow (icon_cool.gif Target: Group

The Samurai plunges their blade into the earth, releasing an angry swarm of fire spirits which engulf their opponents for (14 x MAG) + 5d6, M. Armor Fire Elemental damage. In addition, the attack also has a flat 30% CoS of reducing each affected target's initiative by 50%; roll separately for each target in the Group. As with Draw Out, each time Dragon Fang is used, there is a (62 - Samurai's Level)% CoS that the Katana is exhausted from the sudden release of energy; the usual 10% minimum apply.

Two Hands [Level 29]
Type: Support Ability

By wielding a weapon in two hands, the Samurai can put additional power into their blows. Any time the Samurai makes an Attack action with a one-handed weapon and has the extra hand free, the player can opt to cause 125% with the Attack. This can not be done if the Samurai is wielding a two-handed weapon or otherwise does not have the second hand free.

Shooting Star [Level 36]
Type: Slow (12) Target: Single

The Samurai calls upon the power of the storm spirits, generating a crackling array of electrical spheres around the edges of their blade as they charge their target with the intention of launching it into the skies in a single forceful blow.

Shooting Star strikes with the charged blade for (18 x MAG) + 4d8, M. Armor Lightning Elemental damage. Should the target survive, the Samurai has a CoS of (50 + Level + AGIx2), Defense% to instantly remove the target from the battlefield; however, note that monsters defeated in this fashion do not award XP or treasure as normal - they are merely displaced, rather than genuinely defeated. As with Draw Out, each time Shooting Star is used, there is a (76 - Samurai's Level)% CoS that the Katana is exhausted from the sudden release of energy; the usual 10% minimum apply.

Parry [Level 43]
Type: Support Ability

At this point in the Samurai's career, they have come to a point where their mastery of the Katana that they can expertly block incoming melee strikes with their blade. In game terms, the Samurai gains a bonus to their Defense stat equal to their Level when struck with any Attack action by an enemy. The bonus from Parry does not, however, work against any attack or ability that has the Ranged or Group modifiers. It also has no effect against spells or status attacks resisted by Magic Defense.

Banishing Blade [Level 50]
Type: Slow (16) Target: Single

The Samurai takes a deep breath, gathering the power of kami within themselves before exhaling a vapor of destructive energy onto the surface of their blade. Attracted by this discharge of power, a horde of spirits appears, assaulting the enemy in a wailing rush of violent, chaotic power.

Banishing Blade strikes the target for (28 x MAG) + 4d8, M. Armor Non-Elemental damage from the force of the spirits' assault. In addition to this, there is a CoS of (50 + Level + AGIx2), Defense% of inflicting the statuses Armor Down, Mental Down, Power Down and Magic Down (6); roll separately for each of the four statuses. As with Draw Out, each time Banishing Blade is used, there is a (90 - Samurai's Level)% CoS that the Katana is exhausted from the sudden release of energy; the usual 10% minimum apply.

Gust Wind [Level 57]
Type: Slow (1icon_cool.gif Target: Group

The Samurai raises their blade skywards, summoning a howling vortex of wind spirits to surround them. With a swing of their Katana, the Samurai sends the resulting whirlwind towards their opponents before ramming their blade deep into the earth to unleash a swarm of fire kami in the direction of the advancing tornado. The two groups of spirits merge, creating a flaming vortex which blasts the enemy for (14xMAG)+3d10 Fire Elemental damage and (14xMAG)+3d10 Wind Elemental damage; in this case, M. Armor is ignored for the purposes of calculating damage.

As with Draw Out, each time Gust Wind is used, there is a (97 - Samurai's Level)% CoS that the Katana is exhuasted from the sudden release of energy; the usual 10% minimum apply.

Fast Draw [Level 64]
Type: Support Ability

The Fast Draw is a technique not to be taken lightly; as much as the Samurai value their Katana, circumstances may force them to sacrifice their weapon to unleash the full force of the blade's trapped spirit. Fast Draw may be declared in conjunction with any Ability which would normally have a chance of exhausting the Samurai's Katana; the exact results depend on the Ability being used. If the Samurai uses Fast Draw, the Ability goes into effect immediately, bypassing any CT and acting as a Fast action. However, this automatically exhausts the Katana, regardless of anything. Additionally, the exhaustion from a Fast Draw action can not be cured or removed through any means other than the status' duration expiring normally.