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#1 squarecircle Sep 06, 2008 18:19:52	Okay, so we've seen an excerpt of the fighter's new two-weapon fighting prowess coming out with Martial Power. The problem with the new at-will, Dual Strike, is that it allows the fighter to mark two targets with an at-will, which makes dual-wielding better for defending than sword-n-board, which is supposed to be king of defending! EDIT: I was incorrect, dual strike only targets one creature. So, I propose a house ruled at-will for those sword-and-boarders who want to remain kings of defending. Threatening Shield - Fighter Attack 1 While attacking one opponent with your blade you threaten a nearby foe violently with your shield. At-Will <> Martial, Weapon Standard Action - Melee weapon Requirement: must be using a shield. Target: One creature Attack: Strength vs. AC Hit: 1[W] + Strength modifier damage Effect: One adjacent creature other than the target is marked. Second Edit: This power is likely overpowered when you consider fantastic flourish (PHB 88), a level 12 paragon utility power (it allows you to mark an additional target as a minor action when you successfully make an attack with a light/heavy blade).
#2 Lord_Ventnor Sep 06, 2008 18:21:08	Actually, the power only targets one enemy. That's an interesting power, though.
#3 Shedeo Sep 06, 2008 18:57:30	Actually, it doesn't allow a fighter to mark two targets at once. While Twin Strike allows the attacker to make attacks against different enemies, Dual Strike does not. Although I do like your power, since dual-marking isn't an issue, it would make this power a bit on the strong side.
#4 squarecircle Sep 06, 2008 19:21:32	Whoop! Looks like you guys are right, it only targets one creature. Here's the link for anyone who hasn't discovered it yet: http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/dramp/20080905