Hand to Hand: Praxian

Non-Exclusive

(Note: Requires Ninjas and Superspies)

Cost: Two additional skill slots after Hand to Hand: Martial Arts for non-Praxians. If purchased in addition to another Hand to Hand Combat style (such as HtH: Martial Arts), 5 skill selections are required.

Note: If you are using the skill progression system, use the costs there for a Non-Exclusive Martial Art.

Entrance Requirements:

Gender Requirement: Female (assumed to be non-praxian).
Must have a Praxian Instructor.
Minimum Attributes are P.P.: 12, P.E.: 10, and P.S. 10.

Praxian combat is quick and efficient, favoring quick and low-risk maneuvers. Strikes are at short to medium range. A good balance of hand and foot attacks are the basis of this form. This art is only taught to females of any race. The sole exception to this is a person whom a Praxian has accepted responsibility for, as that Praxian is responsible for the other's well being and ability to defend themselves.

Training must be from a Praxian of 4^th level or higher. This training may be sought on Haydon IV (the new home of the Praxians) or anywhere they can be found liberating other races from the Invid.

Costume: Praxian armor specifically designed for the individual is preferred though any light, non-restrictive armor will work.

Stance: Body slightly crouched with knees bent and feet a little more than shoulder-width apart. Hands are held loosely open and between shoulder and chest height.

Character Bonuses

Note: If this art is used, Praxians are assumed to have this Art (but must use one skill slot to purchase it instead of HtH: Martial Arts). The bonuses in perenthesis are for non-Praxians (if different).

Add 10 to Chi
Add 1 (2) to P.S.
Add 1 (2) to P.P.
Add 1d6 (2d6) to S.D.C.

Combat Bonuses

Attacks per Melee: 2
Escape Moves: Roll With Punch/Fall/Impact, Maintain Balance.
Basic Defense Moves: Dodge, Parry, Automatic Parry
Advanced Defense Moves: Combination Parry/Attack, Automatic Roll, Breakfall.
Hand Attacks: Strike (Punch), Knife Hand, Power Punch, Backhand, Palm Strike.
Basic Foot Attacks: Kick Attack, Tripping/Leg Hooks, Snap Kick, Backward Sweep.
Jumping Foot Attacks: Flying Jump Kick.
Special Attacks: Death Blow, Combination Strike/Parry, Combination Grab/Kick, Knee, Elbow, Forearm.
Holds/Locks: Combination Hand Hold/Strike (SPECIAL! A two-hand Strike where one hand grabs the victim's hand and the other hand strikes. Requires two successful rolls. No Parries or Dodges for the melee round. Bonus is +3 to damage with the hand strike. If successful, the opponent is not able to Dodge or Parry for the rest of the melee.).
Weapon Katas: W.P. Polearm, W.P. Knife, W.P. Shield, W.P. Sword, W.P.Sword/Shield -- Paired
Modifiers to Attacks: Pull Punch, Knock-Out/Stun, Critical Strike, Critical Strike from Rear.

Horseback Combat Bonuses: (Requires the Skill: Horsemanship)

Escape Moves: Roll With Punch/Fall/Impact, Maintain Balance.
Basic Defense Moves: Parry.
Advanced Defense Moves: Combination Parry/Attack, Breakfall.
Hand Attacks: Strike (Punch), Backhand.
Basic Foot Attacks: Kick Attack.
Jumping Foot Attacks: None.
Special Attacks: Death Blow, Combination Strike/Parry, Knee.
Holds/Locks: None.
Weapon Katas: W.P. Polearm, W.P. Knife, W.P. Shield, W.P. Sword, W.P.Sword/Shield -- Paired
Modifiers to Attacks: Knock-Out/Stun, Critical Strike, Critical Strike from Rear.

Skills Included in Training:

Martial Art Powers: Select one (1) Power from among Body Hardening or Martial Art Techniques. Special Katas (weapon katas are allowed) are available to choose from starting at 5^th Level. If desired, any Power can be traded for any 2 Skills from Domestic, Espionage, Medical, Rogue, or Wilderness Skills with limitations and bonuses as per the Other Skills listing for the Praxian Warrior O.C.C..
Languages: None.
Physical: Gymnastics
Other: Horsemanship
Philosophical Training: Praxian

Level Advancement Bonuses:

1^st +2 to Roll with Punch/Fall/Impact, +1 to Strike.
2^nd +1 Maintain Balance, +1 to Damage
3^rd +1 Attack per Melee, +1 to Parry/Dodge
4^th Critical Strike on a natural 18 or better, +1 to Strike
5^th +1 Maintain Balance, +1 to Damage, Select One (1) Additional Martial Art Power from Body Hardening, Martial Art Techniques, or Special Katas
6^th +1 Attack per Melee, +1 to Parry/Dodge
7^th Knock-Out/Stun on natural 18 or better, +1 to Strike
8^th +1 to Damage, +2 to Roll with Punch/Fall/Impact
9^th Select One (1) Additional Martial Art Power from Body Hardening, Martial Art Techniques, or Special Katas
10^th +1 Attack per Melee, +1 to Parry/Dodge
11^th +1 Maintain Balance, Double Existing Chi
12^th +2 to Roll with Punch/Fall/Impact, +1 to Damage
13^th Death Blow on natural 20, +1 to Parry/Dodge
14^th Select One (1) Additional Martial Art Power from Body Hardening, Martial Art Techniques, or Special Katas
15^th +1 Attack per Melee, +1 to Damage

Why Study Praxian Combat?

Praxian Combat is a no frills, well-balanced art that stresses defeating your enemy so they can't do damage to you. Training in Martial Art Powers is restricted to concentrate on physical improvement and face-to-face combat. If you seek a Martial Art that is decisive and versatile with a few weapon katas and the ability to keep fighting while on horseback, this is the Art for you.