Master the Art of Parrying in Avowed: A Comprehensive Guide
Parrying in Avowed offers a thrilling counter-attack mechanic, transforming enemy aggression into devastating offensive opportunities. This guide details how to unlock and effectively utilize this crucial skill.
Unlocking the Parry Ability:
The Parry ability isn't initially available. To unlock it:
- Access the in-game menu and navigate to the "Abilities" screen.
- Select the "Ranger" tab.
- Locate the Parry ability (top middle column). You'll need to allocate an Ability point to any of the three core skill trees before you can unlock it.
Parry has three ranks, each with increased efficiency:
| Rank | Player Level Requirement | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | N/A (1 Point Spent) | Unlocks the Parry ability. |
| 2 | Player Level 5 | 25% increased efficiency, greater enemy stun. |
| 3 | Player Level 8 | 50% increased efficiency, greater enemy stun. |
At player level 10, the "Arrow Deflection" ability unlocks, allowing you to parry projectiles.
Executing a Parry:
Successful parrying requires precise timing. Block immediately before an enemy attack connects. A metallic clang and a visual cue confirm a successful parry, staggering your opponent. Mastering the timing requires practice, but it's less demanding than in games like Dark Souls.
Limitations of Parrying:
Not all attacks are parryable. Attacks indicated by a red circle require dodging. Furthermore, parrying is restricted to melee weapons (one-handed and two-handed, excluding off-hand weapons) and shields (held in the off-hand). Ranged weapons (guns, wands, bows) and grimoires cannot parry.
Benefits of Parrying:
Parrying stuns attackers, creating openings for significant damage. It's a defensive and offensive technique, ideal for close-combat characters. However, it's less beneficial for ranged builds. Avowed's respec system allows easy removal of the Parry ability if needed.
Avowed is currently available.
