PARRY

Type: combat                        Area of Effect: 1 target - touch
Class: Fighter, Barbarian, Dreadlord, Paladin, Ranger, Valkyrie
       Samurai

This skill allows a player to block an incoming attack using a weapon.  You
cannot parry with whips or natural weapons - they just don't work like that!

Higher skill ranks afford benefits as follows:
Rank 3: You can parry while mounted.
Rank 5: You can parry in aggressive combat mode.

Parry will improve with increased dexterity and weapon speed.  If you want
to turn off auto-parry, you can "toggle autoparry" (to conserve stamina).

Usage: no usage is required. This skill is automatic but can be turned off
       with the toggle.

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