Sneak Attack (Melee)

Sneak Attack (Melee) is a  Rogue Action. This ability allows the Rogue to exploit enemies' distraction and deal extra damage to their vulnerable spots with Melee Weapons.

The weapon has to have the Finesse property (but can still utilize Strength if it is higher than Dexterity).

See also:  Sneak Attack (Ranged)

Description

Deal an extra 1d6 damage to a foe you have Advantage against. You can also use Sneak Attack if you have an ally within 1.5m / 5ft of the target and you don't have Disadvantage.

Properties

Cost:

Action

Damage:

Weapon Physical

+

1d6 (1~6) Physical

Details:

 Range: Normal weapon range

Recharge: Per turn

Variants

•  Sneak Attack (Melee)
•  Sneak Attack (Ranged)

How to learn

Classes:

• Class level 1: Rogue

Notes

• Sneak Attack refreshes after the Rogue's turn ends.
• As Sneak Attack requires a Finesse weapon, it may not be used with unarmed attacks.
• When Sneak Attack is applied automatically to a triggering attack via the reaction system, it is treated as a "DRS"