Riposte Parry is a masterful defensive technique honed by elite fighters, allowing them to turn the tide of battle in their favor. When an enemy strikes with a melee attack that surpasses your Armor Class (AC) but falls within 6 points above it, you can choose to use your reaction to counter their assault.
To activate Riposte Parry, you engage in a contested Strength check against the attacking foe. If you succeed, the enemy's attack is deftly deflected, nullifying their strike. In the same fluid motion, you exploit the opening and gain an immediate attack action against the enemy, turning their aggression into an opportunity.
This ability requires sharp reflexes, impeccable timing, and the strength to overpower opponents in close quarters. Riposte Parry embodies the essence of skilled melee combat, where defense seamlessly transitions into a counterattack.
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