Auxiliary attack - Revision history

Hordes: /* Useful Info */ G&G

2025-05-31T05:49:21Z

‎Useful Info: G&G

GamerKilroy: Updated references to point at 0.32 code (All of them!)

2025-03-14T13:04:04Z

Updated references to point at 0.32 code (All of them!)

GamerKilroy: Changed wording to make it lighter to read.

2025-03-14T11:44:12Z

Changed wording to make it lighter to read.

GamerKilroy: Changed outdated info about offhand punches, they now require you to wield no weapons. Data obtained by reading source code.

2025-03-14T11:43:21Z

Changed outdated info about offhand punches, they now require you to wield no weapons. Data obtained by reading source code.

Patrick2011b: -CBA

2024-11-04T00:18:00Z

-CBA

Hordes: /* Chance to Trigger */ +maw form ignoring

2024-06-02T20:59:38Z

‎Chance to Trigger: +maw form ignoring

Hordes: if aux attacks are at reduced effectiveness, they aren't "affected as normal"

2024-06-02T20:58:47Z

if aux attacks are at reduced effectiveness, they aren't "affected as normal"

Patrick2011b: Fighting affects aux attacks at reduced effectiveness compared to weapons; also bump refs

2024-05-22T03:56:00Z

Fighting affects aux attacks at reduced effectiveness compared to weapons; also bump refs

Patrick2011b: Demonic Touch ignores a bunch of stuff and only uses random2 for the mutation level part (see MUT_DEMONIC_TOUCH in melee-attack.cc)

2024-03-05T19:57:23Z

Demonic Touch ignores a bunch of stuff and only uses random2 for the mutation level part (see MUT_DEMONIC_TOUCH in melee-attack.cc)

Ge0ff: /* History */ cba f76145d

2024-02-11T21:13:43Z

‎History: cba f76145d

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 Aux attacks have a base damage dependent on the aux attack and its relevant [[mutation]]s; e.g. higher levels of [[Talons]] increases kick damage. They are affected by [[strength]], [[slaying]] and the [[Might]] effect as normal. [[Fighting]] affects aux attacks, but at a reduced effectiveness.<ref>For auxiliary attacks, Fighting skill multiplies damage by <code>1 + uniform(Fighting)/40</code>, where <code>uniform(x) = 1d(x+1)-1</code>, or a roll from 0 to x, inclusive; see {{source ref|0.32.0|fight.cc|1587}}</ref> They do not scale with weapon damage (though swinging faster means you perform aux attacks more often). Other than the "offhand punch" or equivalent, [[Unarmed Combat]] skill has no influence on them.
-[[Reaching]] weapons don't make aux attacks when attacking from a distance. When [[cleaving]], you only make aux attacks on the main target. [[Quick blade]]s make 2 sets of aux attacks per action, but [[Gyre and Gimble]] still only make 2 sets of aux attacks (despite attacking four times).
+[[Reaching]] weapons don't make aux attacks when attacking from a distance. When [[cleaving]], you only make aux attacks on the main target. [[Quick blade]]s make 2 sets of aux attacks per action, with [[Gyre and Gimble]] performing 4.
 ===Chance to Trigger===

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 Whenever you make a melee attack, you have a chance to perform an auxiliary attack, taking no time in the process. If your character has multiple valid attacks, each has a separate chance to trigger.
-Aux attacks have a base damage dependent on the aux attack and its relevant [[mutation]]s; e.g. higher levels of [[Talons]] increases kick damage. They are affected by [[strength]], [[slaying]] and the [[Might]] effect as normal. [[Fighting]] affects aux attacks, but at a reduced effectiveness.<ref>For auxiliary attacks, Fighting skill multiplies damage by <code>1 + uniform(Fighting)/40</code>, where <code>uniform(x) = 1d(x+1)-1</code>, or a roll from 0 to x, inclusive; see {{source ref|0.31.0|fight.cc|1355}}</ref> They do not scale with weapon damage (though swinging faster means you perform aux attacks more often). Other than the "offhand punch" or equivalent, [[Unarmed Combat]] skill has no influence on them.
+Aux attacks have a base damage dependent on the aux attack and its relevant [[mutation]]s; e.g. higher levels of [[Talons]] increases kick damage. They are affected by [[strength]], [[slaying]] and the [[Might]] effect as normal. [[Fighting]] affects aux attacks, but at a reduced effectiveness.<ref>For auxiliary attacks, Fighting skill multiplies damage by <code>1 + uniform(Fighting)/40</code>, where <code>uniform(x) = 1d(x+1)-1</code>, or a roll from 0 to x, inclusive; see {{source ref|0.32.0|fight.cc|1587}}</ref> They do not scale with weapon damage (though swinging faster means you perform aux attacks more often). Other than the "offhand punch" or equivalent, [[Unarmed Combat]] skill has no influence on them.
 [[Reaching]] weapons don't make aux attacks when attacking from a distance. When [[cleaving]], you only make aux attacks on the main target. [[Quick blade]]s make 2 sets of aux attacks per action, but [[Gyre and Gimble]] still only make 2 sets of aux attacks (despite attacking four times).
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 In order to make an auxiliary attack, you must succeed 2 separate chances ''at the same time'':
-:'''1.''' A chance based on [[XL]], <code>(30 + XL) / 59</code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.31.0|melee-attack.cc|1181}}</ref> This is equal to to 52.5% at XL 1, and 96.6% at XL 27. A few attacks ignore this check:
+:'''1.''' A chance based on [[XL]], <code>(30 + XL) / 59</code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.32.0|melee-attack.cc|1425}}</ref> This is equal to to 52.5% at XL 1, and 96.6% at XL 27. A few attacks ignore this check:
 :*Constriction, Demonic Touch, and Maw Form bite completely ignore this check.
-:*The off-hand punch replaces it with chance = <code>(3 + [[UC]]_skill) / 60 </code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.31.0|melee-attack.cc|1330}}</ref> That's 5% at 0 skill, and 50% at 27 skill.
+:*The off-hand punch replaces it with chance = <code>(3 + [[UC]]_skill) / 60 </code>.<ref>{{source ref|0.32.0|melee-attack.cc|1619}}</ref> That's 5% at 0 skill, and 50% at 27 skill.
 :'''2.''' A % chance based on the auxiliary attack itself. For example, Bite has a 40% chance to pass only if the XL-based check above succeeds. See below for a list of attacks and their chances of success.

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 ==History==
-*Prior to [[0.32]], offhand punches were allowed with a one-handed weapon, as long as your offhand was free.
+*Prior to [[0.32]], offhand punches were allowed with a one-handed weapon, if your offhand was free.
 *Prior to [[0.28]], aux attacks other than the offhand punch required an initial pass of <code>1 + str + dex > 1d50</code>, and the offhand punch required to pass all three of <code>UC >= 1d20</code>, <code>2 >= 1dAdjusted Body Armour Penalty</code>, and a 33% chance. Octopodes also had an extra chance to do an offhand tentacle slap. Also, Bite had an extra +1 damage for every 5 STR beyond 10.
 *Prior to [[0.17]], headbutts had a chance to stun, hooves partially bypassed AC, and claws caused [[bleeding]].

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 :'''2.''' A % chance based on the auxiliary attack itself. For example, Bite has a 40% chance to pass only if the XL-based check above succeeds. See below for a list of attacks and their chances of success.
-In addition, the body part related to the attack must be free. You must have your offhand free (no [[shield]] or two-handed weapon) to make an offhand punch, you cannot be wearing [[boots]] to kick with [[Talons]], and so on.
+In addition, the body part related to the attack must be free. You must have no weapon to make an offhand punch, you cannot be wearing [[boots]] to kick with [[Talons]], and so on.
 ==List of Auxiliary Attacks==
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 ! Condition || Damage || Chance ||Special
 |-
-| '''Offhand Punch''' || 5 + UC/2 || 100% || Negated by wielding a shield / weapon, or being in [[Flux Form|Flux]] / [[Serpent Form]]
+| '''Offhand Punch''' || 5 + UC/2 || 100% || Negated by wielding any shield / weapon, or being in [[Flux Form|Flux]] / [[Serpent Form]]
 |-
 | Offhand Punch w/ [[Claws]] || {5 + UC/2} + 1d3 × (Claws ranks) || 100% ||Also negated by Blade Hands or by wearing [[gloves]]
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 | '''Tentacle Spike''' || 5 + (Tentacle Spike rank) || 100% || -
 |-
-| '''Tentacle Slap''' || 5 + UC/2 || 100% || Octopodes' equivalent to the offhand punch <small>(can be done even if offhand is occupied)</small>
+| '''Tentacle Slap''' || 5 + UC/2 || 100% || Octopodes' equivalent to the offhand punch <small>(can be done even if offhand is occupied, as long as you're not wielding a weapon)</small>
 |-
 | '''Tentacles (squeeze)''' || 12 || 66% || -
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 | '''Constriction''' || 0 || 100% || [[Constriction]]
 |-
-| '''Touch''' w/ [[Demonspawn_mutations#Demonic_Touch|Demonic touch]] || 6 + 4 × (Demonic Touch ranks) || 40% || Negated by wielding a shield / two-handed weapon. At three ranks, applies [[Vulnerability (status effect)|Vulnerability]]. Deals a minimum of 6 damage and does not benefit from Str, slay, or any skill or buff. Ignores AC.
+| '''Touch''' w/ [[Demonspawn_mutations#Demonic_Touch|Demonic touch]] || 6 + 4 × (Demonic Touch ranks) || 40% || Negated by wielding a shield / two-handed weapon. At three ranks, applies [[Vulnerability (status effect)|Vulnerability]]. Deals a minimum of 6 damage and does not benefit from Str, slay, or any skill or buff. Ignores AC. <small>(This can activate even if you're wielding a weapon in your main hand, unlike Offhand Punches.)</small>
 |}
 ==History==
-*Prior to [[0.32]], offhand punches were allowed with a one-handed weapon.
+*Prior to [[0.32]], offhand punches were allowed with a one-handed weapon, as long as your offhand was free.
 *Prior to [[0.28]], aux attacks other than the offhand punch required an initial pass of <code>1 + str + dex > 1d50</code>, and the offhand punch required to pass all three of <code>UC >= 1d20</code>, <code>2 >= 1dAdjusted Body Armour Penalty</code>, and a 33% chance. Octopodes also had an extra chance to do an offhand tentacle slap. Also, Bite had an extra +1 damage for every 5 STR beyond 10.
 *Prior to [[0.17]], headbutts had a chance to stun, hooves partially bypassed AC, and claws caused [[bleeding]].

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 '''Auxiliary attacks''' ('''aux attacks''') are additional attacks that you can perform in melee combat.
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 ! Condition || Damage || Chance ||Special
 |-
-| '''Offhand Punch''' || 5 + UC/2 || 100% || Negated by wielding a shield / two-handed weapon, or being in [[Flux Form|Flux]] / [[Serpent Form]]
+| '''Offhand Punch''' || 5 + UC/2 || 100% || Negated by wielding a shield / weapon, or being in [[Flux Form|Flux]] / [[Serpent Form]]
 |-
 | Offhand Punch w/ [[Claws]] || {5 + UC/2} + 1d3 × (Claws ranks) || 100% ||Also negated by Blade Hands or by wearing [[gloves]]
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 ==History==
-{{CBA|0.32|offhand punches will be limited to UC attacks only.}}
+*Prior to [[0.32]], offhand punches were allowed with a one-handed weapon.
 *Prior to [[0.28]], aux attacks other than the offhand punch required an initial pass of <code>1 + str + dex > 1d50</code>, and the offhand punch required to pass all three of <code>UC >= 1d20</code>, <code>2 >= 1dAdjusted Body Armour Penalty</code>, and a 33% chance. Octopodes also had an extra chance to do an offhand tentacle slap. Also, Bite had an extra +1 damage for every 5 STR beyond 10.
 *Prior to [[0.17]], headbutts had a chance to stun, hooves partially bypassed AC, and claws caused [[bleeding]].