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Missile weapon combat: Difference between revisions
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{{Missing info|This section needs more info about how the "Hit" mechanics work for missile weapons, and possibly a little cleanup. Also, info on damage calculations is not found in the linked | {{Missing info|This section needs more info about how the "Hit" mechanics work for missile weapons, and possibly a little cleanup. | ||
Also, info on damage calculations is not found in the linked penetration article, as claimed. Rather than adding it there, it might be better to explain the damage calculation here for a ranged weapon & ammo, similar to the example in the [[Melee weapon combat#Damage Rolls|Melee weapon combat]] article.}} | |||
After a projectile actually hits a target - whether or not that was the intended target - regular damage calculations occur. However, there is a -5 DV penalty. If the target has [[Swift Reflexes]], the penalty will not be inflicted. If the creature is immobile, the DV is set to a flat -100. | After a projectile actually hits a target - whether or not that was the intended target - regular damage calculations occur. However, there is a -5 DV penalty. If the target has [[Swift Reflexes]], the penalty will not be inflicted. If the creature is immobile, the DV is set to a flat -100. | ||