This skill covers any type of trained fighting style
using hands, feet, or specialized "martial
arts" weapons. You must elect a style of martial art
and take a separate skill for each style (for example,
you would have to take Karate and Judo separately,
spending points for each one. Difficulty modifiers are
listed in () next tot each skill listed below.
The primary advantage to martial arts styles is that
each one has what are called key attacks; attacks that
reflect particular strengths of style. When a key attack
is used, there is to-hit bonus based on the attack type
and martial arts style. A full table of key attacks is
listed in Friday Night.
The second advantage to martial arts styles is that
there is a damage bonus on attacks equal to the level of
the Martial Arts skill; for example, a master with a +10
Kung Fu Skill would add 10 points to his damage. This can
be formidable advantage, particularly in head strikes
(which double damage).
Aikido (3): This form relies on
using the opponent's strength and momentum against
him. It is a perfect form for stopping an opponent
peacefully while making yourself very hard to hit.
Key attacks are: blocks & parries, dodges,
throws, holds, escapes, chokes, sweeps, trips &
sweeps, grapples.
Animal Kung Fu (3): There are
forms based on animal movements, such as crane,
mantis, tiger, leopard and dragon forms. These
attacks are fast and dangerous, with a style that is
exciting and flashy. Key attacks include: strikes,
punches, kicks, blocks & parries, sweeps &
trips.
Boxing (1): The manly art of
fisticuffs, this form delivers lightning punches and
tight blocking defense. Key attacks are: punches,
blocks & parries.
Capoeria (3): Created by
Caribbean slaves, this form combines dancelike
movements with fast kicks and low line sweeps. It is
a relatively unknown form and can be combined with
dance moves to disguise it's true power. Key attacks
are: punches, kicks, blocks & parries, dodges,
and sweeps & trips.
Choi Li Fut (3): Descended
directly form the ancient Shaolin temples, this form
combines powerful roundhouse blows and sweeping kicks
into dynamic fighting style. Key attacks are:
strikes, punches, kicks, blocks & parries,
dodges, throws, and sweeps & trips.
Judo (1): This system was
designed as a sport form, but is very effective in
combat as well. It uses throws and sweeps to knock
down the opponent. Key attacks include dodges,
throws, holds, escape sweeps & trips and
grappling.
Karate (2): The Japanese version
of kung fu, this style uses straight line movements
and powerful blows. Variations include shotokan and
kenpo, each with their own special moves. Key attacks
are: punches, kicks, and blocks & parries.
Tae Kwon Do (3): A very fast and
precise form, with graceful movements and some aerial
kicks. Key attacks include: strikes, punches, kicks,
blocks & parries, dodges.
Thai Kick Boxing (4): One of the
deadliest form in existence, this style is known for
blinding kicks delivered with incredible power. Key
moves include: strikes, punches, kicks, blocks &
parries.
Wrestling (1): This form combines
techniques of Olympic and Professional wrestling. The
style uses a wide variety of throws and holds to
incapacitate the opponent. Key attacks include:
throws, holds, escapes, chokes, sweeps, trips, and
grapple.
