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Teräs Käsi Discussion: Combat Balance



We have an old thread (located HERE) with a lot of good information. It has grown rather large, however, and I would like to see it continued in another thread. If you have anything to add please do so here



There is another thread HERE about the Razor Knuckler as opposed to possible other Damage types as well that has some very good discussion. We can continue that here as well



Teräs Käsi, A Warrior's Path



Overview: The Teräs Käsi Profession currently has no definition of what our role truly is. This is my vision, and I welcome discussion if you feel so inclined.



Teräs Käsi is largely accepted to mean "Steel Hand." Basically, all that is truly known is that it is a Martial Art in the Star Wars Universe. It is thought that the Teräs Käsi formed an Order that watched the Jedi, ensuring that they were kept in check. These are the assumptions that I use for my vision, and as such are used as facts throughout this document.

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Teräs Käsi, A Warrior's Definition

• The Teräs Käsi Artist is adept at using his or her body as a weapon. Though not as strong as someone with a weapon, their speed should be unmatched, and their ability to evade and counterattack an opponent unparalleled. The basic fundamentals of any martial art are to block an opponent's attack (by actually blocking or evading the attack)and to cause enough damage to finish a fight quickly. A martial artist will target vulnerable areas on their opponent's body, and make every hit count. Teräs Käsi Artists should reflect this, and be formidable opponents.
  
  
  
  
• The Teräs Käsi Artist utilizes their inner spirit (so to speak) to ward off the effects of poisons, diseases, and even wounds. Early in training the Teräs Käsi are even able to "boost" their physical strength (read self-buff). The strongest of Teräs Käsi (read Masters) should be able to channel that "chi" into their attacks and defenses. Be this in the form of stronger overall defenses, or an enhanced ability to recover from incapacitation, or even an enhanced ability to "boost" their physical attributes (read enhanced powerboost).
  
  
  
  

These are the basic principles that define a Teräs Käsi's abilities. They are reflected in my view of what our profession should be, which I share with you now.





Teräs Käsi, A Warrior's Role

• What offensive abilities?
  
  
  
  
  • Speed. Without the encumberance of wielding a weapon the Teräs Käsi Artist is faster than his or her opponents.
    
    
  • Accuracy. Related to above, the Teräs Käsi Artist does not have the luxury of being able to hit an opponent with a large weapon, knowing that some part of it will hit them. Therefore they train to be precise strikers, ensuring that their opponent goes down quickly.
    
    
  
  
  
  
• What defensive abilities?
  
  
  
  • Defense versus States. The proficient Teräs Käsi Artist should be very difficult to catch unaware, and therefore be quite resistant to being knocked down / posture changed, dizzy, and stunned. Anyone can be blinded or intimidated by an opponent, as should we.
    
    
  • A Teräs Käsi Artist should be very quick (reflexes), and able to evade or block an incoming attack. Every martial artist is trained to counterattack their opponent(s), and the Teräs Käsi are no exception.
    
    
  
  
  
  
• What unique abilities?
  
  
  
  • Meditation. Our abilities are on par here, except that at mastery we should be able to utilize Force of Will a little more frequently, and the duration and/or effects of Powerboost should be enhanced.
    
    
  
  
  
  
• Should add what advantage or asset in group combat?
  
  
  
  • We should be one of the main "tanks" in a group. The Teräs Käsi Artist knows how to absorb damage throughout a fight, maintaining their composure while they continue to cause their opponent significant damage.
    
    
  
  
  
  
• What interaction / dependencies should exist with other combatants?
  
  
  
  • The Teräs Käsi have a very limited range of damage types, and rely on other professions to help take down opponents who are resistant to us.
    
    
  
  
  
  
• What should be their unique role in the Galactic Civil War?
  
  
  
  • As the Extended Universe suggests, the Teräs Käsi should be one of the front lines against those Jedi who abuse their powers. Through inner strength the Teräs Käsi ahould be able to resist the Jedi's force abilities, and act as "Watchers."
    
    
  
  

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Please note, this is just my very basic rundown of most of the main points, and only what I think the Teräs Käsi are designed to be. There are many things I could elaborate on, such as the Teräs Käsi Order, specific strengths and weaknesses compared to professions, etc., but I felt the purpose of this thread was to gain an overview of what we thought Teräs Käsi should be.







Also Note that I wrote this some time ago, and plan to update it soon

Message Edited by Ryutek on 08-10-2004 12:52 PM

As long as we can still kick butt better then any other profession and easily dominate Jedi, I'll be happy!

I really like the idea of being the counter-measure to Jedi who get out of line, but maybe the resistance should be dependant on how many other Teras Kasis you're grouped with. This way, three or four Teras Kasi Masters could ward off a dark Jedi, whereas one alone might only be able to survive powerful attacks. That would certainly encourage the formation of 'orders'.

Kiki Kobushi
Teras Kasi Master
Intrepid

I agree, we are over balanced... we are MORE than balanced. W/e..

How about instead of calling for nerfs, you call for your correspondent to fix your prof?

To the guy that doesnt understand how a knuckler works... its like one of those electric food cutting knives, it moves back and force really quick for some impressive cutting power. Razor Knucklers though.. heat? no idea, lol. Remember, these are the devs that made lightsabres kinetic and sg-82 cold (its supposed to be sonic).

Good thread, I like your ideas Ryutek.

I would most like to see a more-defined role for TKs. However, this being a player-content-based game (that is, for the most part we create our own content), I think the Devs are not going to introduce anything unless we specifically ask for it. So in that regard, what sort of things would those interested in the ROLE of the TK most like to see? (I think for the most part the rest of the profession is fine.)

Perhaps a ranking system, similar to that for Jedi?

TK halls (either buildable or Dev-made) that confer some sort of benefit?

Special clothing (just for looks)?

Access to BH terminals for Jedi? Except, I think for TK there should be no monetary reward.

Just some thoughts.