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by splashing your face with nearby water and in the process become less tired.
by splashing your face with nearby water and in the process become less tired.
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{{Anchor|Tempo}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Tempo
|skillname = Tempo
|syntax = TEMPO <target> [venom]
|syntax = TEMPO <target> [venom]
|description = AFFECTS: Both players and NPCs
|description = AFFECTS: Both players and NPCsWhile wielding either a falchion or a rapier, you may  
 
attempt to thrust it into your opponent, inflicting them with a venom if you so choose. This deals  
While wielding either a falchion or a rapier, you may attempt to thrust it into your opponent,  
a small amount of bleeding and utilises your dexterity, unlike traditional weaponry attacks.If the  
inflicting them with a venom if you so choose. This deals a small amount of bleeding and utilises  
target suffers from self-loathing, then this attack cannot be dodged. This effect does not apply to  
your dexterity, unlike traditional weaponry attacks.
Rhythm.
 
If the target suffers from self-loathing, then this attack cannot be dodged. This effect does not  
apply to Rhythm.
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{{Anchor|Flair}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Flair
|skillname = Flair
|syntax = WITHFLAIR <pre-defined emote>
|syntax = WITHFLAIR <pre-defined emote>
|description =  
|description = This ability will let you perform an pre-defined emote in a manner that will consume  
This ability will let you perform an pre-defined emote in a manner that will consume a small amount  
a small amount of balance. Helpful to those who want to eliminate their dithering when making use  
of balance. Helpful to those who want to eliminate their dithering when making use of Weaving!
of Weaving!See EMLIST for a list of potential emotes.
 
See EMLIST for a list of potential emotes.
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{{Anchor|Tackle}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Tackle
|skillname = Tackle
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|description = Tackle your opponent by the legs, bringing them to the floor along with yourself.
|description = Tackle your opponent by the legs, bringing them to the floor along with yourself.
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{{Anchor|Charisma}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Charisma
|skillname = Charisma
|syntax = CHARISMA
|syntax = CHARISMA
|description = Be warned however, the consequences of charisma are not always kind and can  
|description = The benefits of charisma are well known by many, often bestowing you with the
sometimes result in jealousy or other unfortunate circumstances. It is not always a boon worth  
generosity of the common people. This particular ability will have unique interactions while you
are actively questing throughout the land. In addition, any vermin you trade in (HELP VERMIN) will
reward you with extra gold.Be warned however, the consequences of charisma are not always kind and  
can sometimes result in jealousy or other unfortunate circumstances. It is not always a boon worth  
retaining.
retaining.
}}
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{{Anchor|Pierce}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Pierce
|skillname = Pierce
|syntax = PIERCE <target>
|syntax = PIERCE <target>  
|description =  
|description = AFFECTS: Both players and NPCsThis ability will use your falchion or rapier to  
AFFECTS: Both players and NPCs
pierce through defensive auras and abilities that protect your target. It will pierce the following  
in order:ReflectionsMagical shieldsRebounding auraSpeed defence
This ability will use your falchion or rapier to pierce through defensive auras and abilities that  
protect your target.
It will pierce the following in order:
Reflections
Magical shields
Rebounding aura
Speed defence
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{{Anchor|Seduce}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Seduce
|skillname = Seduce
|syntax = SEDUCE <target>
|syntax = SEDUCE <target>
|description = If you are scantily-clad or their emotional state is predominately happiness, then  
|description = Seduction is one of many basic talents in the performer's arsenal. With a little
your act of seduction will also cause the lovers effect in them.
charm, you can make your opponent remove an item of clothing from their body. If they are wearing
armour, it is removed first.If you are scantily-clad or their emotional state is predominately  
happiness, then your act of seduction will also cause the lovers effect in them.
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{{Anchor|Tolerance}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Tolerance
|skillname = Tolerance
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immune from your gluttony forever.
immune from your gluttony forever.
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{{Anchor|Mimicry}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Mimicry
|skillname = Mimicry
|syntax = MIMIC <speaker|NOONE>
|syntax = MIMIC <speaker/NOONE>
|description = You can cease to mimic others by using MIMIC NOONE and return to your regular voice.
|description = Every talented performer knows how to imitate another and you are no exception. With
this ability, you may adopt the demeanour of another person within your location.Once you have
begun to mimic them, your ability to SAY and TELL will appear as though they are the one speaking
instead.You can cease to mimic others by using MIMIC NOONE and return to your regular voice.
}}
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{{Anchor|Tumbling}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Tumbling
|skillname = Tumbling
|syntax = TUMBLE <direction> and STOP
|syntax = TUMBLE <direction>       STOP
|description = If you are ablaze, you will tumble slightly faster than usual. Perhaps being on fire  
|description = Your body is agile enough that you are able to escape nearly any predicament by
isn't so bad after all.
tumbling out of the room, although it will be rather slow. Once you have successfully tumbled, your
vigourous movement will strip away the cloak defence.If you are ablaze, you will tumble slightly  
faster than usual. Perhaps being on fire isn't so bad after all.
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{{Anchor|Guilt}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Guilt
|skillname = Guilt
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either weary, merciful, or pacifistic; however they won't know which.
either weary, merciful, or pacifistic; however they won't know which.
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{{Anchor|Ridicule}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Ridicule
|skillname = Ridicule
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to recoup their pride with a magnanimous handicap.
to recoup their pride with a magnanimous handicap.
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{{Anchor|Bootstrap}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Bootstrap
|skillname = Bootstrap
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command it as though it were your own.
command it as though it were your own.
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{{Anchor|Crackshot}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Crackshot
|skillname = Crackshot
|syntax = FASHION CRACKSHOTS and CRACKSHOT <target>
|syntax = FASHION CRACKSHOTS       CRACKSHOT <target>
|description = Hurl a small pellet that will explode upon contact with your opponent, generating a  
|description = Requires 1 elemental ash for 50 crackshots.Hurl a small pellet that will explode  
large flash and unruly sound. This will leave your opponent dizzy and perplexed, and will stun them  
upon contact with your opponent, generating a large flash and unruly sound. This will leave your  
for a short period.
opponent dizzy and perplexed, and will stun them for a short period.
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{{Anchor|Whistle}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Whistle
|skillname = Whistle
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will be drawn to the sound, and will come investigate the cause.
will be drawn to the sound, and will come investigate the cause.
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{{Anchor|Frugality}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Frugality
|skillname = Frugality
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precious items and resources unwillingly, while still being able to do so of your own accord.
precious items and resources unwillingly, while still being able to do so of your own accord.
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{{Anchor|Equipoise}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Equipoise
|skillname = Equipoise
|syntax = EQUIPOISE <ON|OFF>
|syntax = EQUIPOISE <ON/OFF>
|description = With grand poise, you are now able to follow another even while off equilibrium.  
|description = With grand poise, you are now able to follow another even while off equilibrium.  
This ability will tax your mind of its mana while active.
This ability will tax your mind of its mana while active.
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{{Anchor|Needle}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Needle
|skillname = Needle
|syntax = FASHION NEEDLES and NEEDLE <target> <venom>
|syntax = FASHION NEEDLES       NEEDLE <target> <venom>
|description =  
|description = Requires 1 iron bar for 50 needles.Fashion a small needle that you can hurl at your  
Requires 1 iron bar for 50 needles.
target, bypassing rebounding and inflicting a venom of choice. The venom will take some time to  
 
circulate the blood stream before it affects the opponent. Further flung needles will have no  
Fashion a small needle that you can hurl at your target, bypassing rebounding and inflicting a venom
effect until the current venom circulates.In addition to the regular venoms, you may also use the  
of choice. The venom will take some time to circulate the blood stream before it affects the  
sumac venom with a needle.On a successful hit, there is a minor cooldown before you may fling  
opponent. Further flung needles will have no effect until the current venom circulates.
another needle.Cooldown (when successful): 200 csecs
 
In addition to the regular venoms, you may also use the sumac venom with a needle.
 
On a successful hit, there is a minor cooldown before you may fling another needle.
 
Cooldown (when successful): 200 csecs
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{{Anchor|Unwind}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Unwind
|skillname = Unwind
|syntax = UNWIND
|syntax = UNWIND
|description =  
|description = While at a public tavern, pub, or inn that serves alcohol, you can choose to unwind  
While at a public tavern, pub, or inn that serves alcohol, you can choose to unwind there,
there, refreshing your endurance and willpower somewhat. You will also become slightly tipsy, but  
refreshing your endurance and willpower somewhat. You will also become slightly tipsy, but such is  
such is the price to pay for comfort.Cooldown: 60 minutes
the price to pay for comfort.
 
Cooldown: 60 minutes
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{{Anchor|Rhythm}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Rhythm
|skillname = Rhythm
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Please see AB PERFORMANCE TEMPO for more information on this ability.
Please see AB PERFORMANCE TEMPO for more information on this ability.
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{{Anchor|Deflect}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Deflect
|skillname = Deflect
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will fail.
will fail.
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{{Anchor|Quip}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Quip
|skillname = Quip
|syntax = QUIP <target>
|syntax = QUIP <target>
|description = If their current emotional state is predominately filled with anger, then your  
|description = Call forth memories of your budding adulthood and unleash a quip that'll be sure to
intelligence won't matter.
destroy your opponent's psyche. In doing so, you will give the opponent hatred and, if their
intelligence is lower than yours, berserking.If their current emotional state is predominately  
filled with anger, then your intelligence won't matter.
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{{Anchor|Harry}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Harry
|skillname = Harry
|syntax = HARRY <target> [venom]
|syntax = HARRY <target> [venom]
|description = You may use this ability while off balance.
|description = With a brazen flip, you can chase after an adjacent opponent while evading any traps
in the process. Upon landing next to your foe, you will strike them with your falchion or rapier
and deliver a venom.For each curable affliction on your opponent, the time it takes to recover
balance from this skill will be reduced.You may use this ability while off balance.
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{{Anchor|Stretching}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Stretching
|skillname = Stretching
|syntax = STRETCHING <ON|OFF>
|syntax = STRETCHING <ON/OFF>
|description = When healing an affliction that is cured by the mending salve, you will also restore  
|description = When healing an affliction that is cured by the mending salve, you will also restore  
a small amount of damage that has been caused to the limb as well. This ability will drain you of  
a small amount of trauma that has been caused to the limb as well. This ability will drain you of  
your endurance while it is active.
your endurance while it is active.
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{{Anchor|Bilingual}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Bilingual
|skillname = Bilingual
|syntax = BILINGUAL SHOW and BILINGUAL LEARN <language>
|syntax = BILINGUAL SHOW       BILINGUAL LEARN <language>
|description = Select your language carefully, you may only choose once. See HELP LINGUISTICS for a  
|description = Your need to perform on a daily basis puts you in contact with many different races,
list of languages you can learn.
as such you have now become able to learn a second language of choice. You will continue to
understand the language even if you are in a different class, providing that you maintain ownership
over this skill.Select your language carefully, you may only choose once. See HELP LINGUISTICS for  
a list of languages you can learn.
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{{Anchor|Sock}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Sock
|skillname = Sock
|syntax = SOCK <target>
|syntax = SOCK <target>
|description = If the target is holding a thurible of your own making, then socking them will cause  
|description = With a free hand you can sock an opponent right in their face, leaving them dizzy.
it to be dropped.
If they are already dizzy, it will daze them instead. If your blow dazes them, you will be able to
move while off balance from this skill.If the target is holding a thurible of your own making, then  
socking them will cause it to be dropped.
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{{Anchor|Hiltblow}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Hiltblow
|skillname = Hiltblow
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filled with misery.
filled with misery.
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{{Anchor|Bravado}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Bravado
|skillname = Bravado
|syntax = BRAVADO <target> [venom]
|syntax = BRAVADO <target> [venom]
|description =  
|description = AFFECTS: Both players and NPCsWhile wielding either a falchion or rapier, you can  
AFFECTS: Both players and NPCs
summon forth a burst of bravado and attack your opponent, rejecting any afflictions you may have to  
 
cure one of them at random.This attack will utilise your strength and cannot be dodged.Cooldown: 10  
While wielding either a falchion or rapier, you can summon forth a burst of bravado and attack your  
seconds
opponent, rejecting any afflictions you may have to cure one of them at random.
 
This attack will utilise your strength and cannot be dodged.
 
Cooldown: 10 seconds
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{{Anchor|Gossipmonger}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Gossipmonger
|skillname = Gossipmonger
|syntax = GOSSIP        GOSSIP SPREAD <text>
|syntax = GOSSIP        GOSSIP SPREAD <text>
|description = You must be at least slightly tipsy in order to loosen your silver tongue, both  
|description = A bard is ever-attuned to the local gossip, and when handled right it can be a
allowing you to pick up gossip with more clarity than other people, and spread new gossip. Gossip  
weapon as deadly as any other. Through the careful sifting of gossip, bards learned the movements
spread in this way will be local to the current area, and last a lot shorter than natural gossip.  
of the great houses of Djeir, and with a word or two in the right ear, they would draw their
Gossip can only be spread once every hour - any shorter than that and you risk being outed as the  
targets into the open.You must be at least slightly tipsy in order to loosen your silver tongue,  
source.
both allowing you to pick up gossip with more clarity than other people, and spread new gossip.  
Gossip spread in this way will be local to the current area, and last a lot shorter than natural  
gossip. Gossip can only be spread once every hour - any shorter than that and you risk being outed  
as the source.
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{{Anchor|Reprisal}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Reprisal
|skillname = Reprisal
|syntax = REPRISAL  
|syntax = REPRISAL  
|description = Such an act requires concentration, should you perform any action then you will  
|description = While wielding either a falchion or a rapier, you can attempt to retaliate against
cease your focus.
an opponent by slashing back with your blade. As such, after taking brute-sourced damage, you will
automatically strike them while you remain focused. Such an act requires concentration, should you  
perform any action then you will cease your focus.
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{{Anchor|Mundane}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Mundane
|skillname = Mundane
|syntax = MUNDANE [disguise] and UNVEIL
|syntax = MUNDANE [disguise] and UNVEIL
|description = Maintaining the mundane disguise will incur a moderate willpower and endurance cost.
|description = Blend in with the crowd as one of the mundane, trying not to draw attention. While
you are actively trying to be mundane, you will appear as a simple peasant. Should you be attacked,
then the disguise is lost and you will be stunned. Should you have a better disguise on hand, you
may utilise that in place of adopting a peasant-like appearance.Act with care, as your disguise
only works so long as you do not draw attention yourself - most actions will still show you for who
you are. Only emotes and says will convey your disguise otherwise.This ability will fool even
guards, but keep in mind that if you perform an aggressive action, it will lose its effects at once.
Maintaining the mundane disguise will incur a moderate willpower and endurance cost.
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{{Anchor|Cadence}}
{{AB
{{AB
|skillname = Cadence
|skillname = Cadence
|syntax = CADENCE <target>
|syntax = CADENCE <target>
|description = Please see AB WEAVING IMPETUS for more information this ability.
|description = This mesmerising blow will deal increased damage to your opponent with your falchion
or rapier, however it does not deliver any venoms or effects. If your opponent is affected by the
black star from Impetus, it will cause vast amounts of bleeding to them.Please see AB WEAVING  
IMPETUS for more information this ability.
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