Expert Deflect (Weapon)

Ability (Max Rank 3)
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Rank Progression

1
You may attempt to deflect arrows with your weapon (normally impossible).
2
If you successfully deflect a melee attack by 2 or more, you may riposte as a reaction. Execute a melee attack against your opponent. If you deflect a melee attack by 4 or more you may riposte as a free action.
3
You may deflect 'bolt' type spells, this typically is not healthy for the item doing the deflecting and degrades one level. Gain +1 on deflects with weapons.

Your weapon deflection skills are masterful.

Prerequisites

Requires Deflect (Weapon).

Effect

Grants enhanced deflection capabilities, potentially including deflecting ranged attacks or counter-striking.