A shield reduces the amount of damage a character takes after a successful attack.
Examples:
ITEM | DAMAGE REDUCTION |
Hubcap | 1 |
Trash Can Lid | 2 |
Riot Shield | 5 |
A parry adds a bonus to a defender’s Dexterity roll. Items that could be used to parry include
Examples:
ITEM | BONUS |
Broomstick | 1 |
Rapier | 2 |
Baseball Bat | 2 |
Rifle | 3 |
Wearing protective gear increases the Target Number when trying to dodge attacks. Some armor only protects against certain types of attacks. Also, players may suffer negative effects from wearing cumbersome armor.
Partial List:
ARMOR | DAMAGE TYPE | BONUS | EFFECT |
Bicycle Helmet (head) | Both | 1 | None |
Fencing Armor | PEN | 1 | None |
Motorcycle Helmet (head) | Both | 2 | None |
Armored Motorcycle Jacket (torso) | BFT | 2 | -1 Dex |
Trash can over body | BFT/PEN | 2/4 | -3 Dex, -4 Per |
Bulletproof Vest (torso only) | PEN | 3 | None |
Medieval Armor | Both | 4 | -3 Dex |
Riot Gear | Both | 5 | -2 Dex |