Dodge

Dodge is the defence that does not depend on a weapon. For light, fast builds it is the only thing standing between you and the sand.

What It Does

Dodge gives a chance to avoid incoming attacks outright. It is especially important for unarmed and lightly-equipped characters who lack strong weapon-based blocking.

Hidden Effects

Dodge favours low encumbrance — heavy loads and heavy armour reduce its effectiveness. It pairs naturally with Martial Arts and Athletics.

How XP Works

You train Dodge by being attacked while not blocking — it climbs through combat exposure like the other defensive skills.

Best Training Methods

Fight lightly-armoured against manageable groups with backup nearby. Martial artist training naturally builds Dodge alongside it.

Common Mistakes

Expecting Dodge to carry a heavily-armoured tank. It is a light-build skill — load the character down and it stops mattering.