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Message ID: 10171
Date: Tue Nov 16 18:41:50 GMT 1999
Author: David Knadler
Subject: RE: dual weild


> From: Beth Frantz <beth@...>
>
>
> I remember when I couldn't WAIT for dual wield :)
>
> This is how I understand it: Every time your primary weapon
> swings, you
> make a dual wield skill check. IT MAKES NO DIFFERENCE WHAT
> THE DELAY IS
> ON THE WEAPON YOU HAVE IN YOUR SECONDARY HAND.. Many people I
> know use a
> really low delay weapon in their primary and the higher damage, higher
> delay weapon in their secondary, because they'll get that many more
> chances to swing.

IIRC, it first checks the delay on your secondary weapon... then it checks
your dual wield score. If you pass your dual wield check, then you'll swing
with your secondary. For that reason, it is advantageous to use a really
quick weapon in your secondary slot (at least for raising your skill).

Desmei Sightblinder
Lvl 32 Bard [Povar]