Weapons are divided into three main categories, each associated with a specific type of attack:
- Melee: Melee weapons are designed for close combat. They include swords, axes, hammers, etc.
- Ranged: Ranged weapons are used to attack targets from a distance. They include bows, crossbows, rifles, etc.
- Magical: Magical weapons allow users to cast spells and magical attacks. They include magical staffs, grimoires, wands, etc.
When your character attempts to make an attack, whether in melee, at a distance, or using magic, you will need to pass an attack test to determine if the attack is successful.
The choice of weapon determines the type of attack during the attack roll, which then helps define the type of defense to compare the result of this roll with:
- Physical Attack (Atq PHY): If you engage in melee combat with a melee weapon or use a ranged weapon such as a bow or crossbow, you must succeed in a physical attack roll and then compare it to the opponent's physical defense (Def PHY).
- Magic Attack (Atq MAG): When using a magic weapon, a magic attack roll is required, which you then compare to the opponent's magical defense (Def MAG).