

These abilities make combat much more fun and are helpful when fighting overwhelming odds or higher-level opponents.Īttack from the side that your opponent least expects. Be sure to return to Captain Bernard as you progress through the game, as he is the only character who can walk you through advanced fighting techniques like Combos and Master Strikes. Take your time and don't rush into the fray unprepared. This will not only allow you to raise your character's Combat Skills but, more importantly, will provide you with an opportunity to get comfortable with all combat features before you venture into danger. Visit Sir Bernard near the Combat Arena in Rattay and ask him to give you combat practice.

Move around a lot standing still will make you an easy target. Sharp weapons (slashing and stabbing) are best against weak or no armour, while chain mail is resistant to such weapons and plate armour is nearly impossible to cut or stab through: the best weapons against these are heavy blunt weapons, such as maces, war hammers and axes. The weapon description will tell you it's rating in the given categories. (be An attack is dependent on two factors: The slash 'factor' which is dependent on the weapon being used and the physical blow (aka the blunt factor).

The basis of every combat system is movement, rapid reactions and correct timing.

The combat mechanics in the game are based on actual 15th century techniques and designed in cooperation with medieval martial arts experts to be as authentic as possible. Combat in Kingdom Come: Deliverance is one of its most challenging and attractive features.
