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COMBAT

Combat Mechanics

Core combat systems, bonus actions, and tactical options available in Dawnfire.

Bonus Actions

Free actions for everyone and special melee/ranged bonus actions that can be unlocked with CST or prerequisites.

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Combat-Related CST

Many combat options, advanced maneuvers, and tactical rituals are purchased through the CST Compendium.

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Core Combat on the Frontier

Standard Exiles combat forms the base. The server layers roleplay, positioning, and declared actions on top of it.
Bonus Actions give every character (and especially dedicated fighters) meaningful choices each round without full feat bloat.
Rituals & Invocations (Arcana/Spiritual) can turn the tide but carry Corruption risk and casting penalties from armor.
The environment matters. Totems, sacred sites, Flux tears, and ancient ruins can grant or deny power.

Full tactical details, weapon reach, called shots, and advanced options live in the server’s mechanical documentation and are best learned through play and the CST Compendium.

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