NERVESTRIKE "NERVE STRIKE"

Type: combat                        Area of Effect: 1 target - touch
Damage: (3 to 5)*(<level>+<rank>)
Class: Monk                         Pre-Req: Critical hits
Delay: about 2 rounds

This is a 'first strike' that monks can inflict on a target to initiate combat.  
By hitting the nerve center of the target, the monk can stun the target and cause 
impressive damage.  The monk cannot be wielding or holding any weapons
or a shield or be mounted in order to use this skill.  Some mobs just don't have
nerves to hit. The victim will lose anywhere from 1 to <rank>/2 attacks and be
delayed from 1 to 2 rounds.

Rank 3: can strike mounted targets
Rank 5: you can hold something

Usage: nervestrike <victim>

See Also: SKILLS, TARGET, "SKILL RANKS", PRACTICES, LEARN