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Sneak Attack (Melee)
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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
Action (if attacking with main hand weapon) Bonus action (if attacking with off-hand weapon)
- Damage: Weapon Damage + 1d6Physical
- Note: Sneak Attack Damage Type is inherited from attacking weapon
- Melee: 1.5 m / 5 ft (range inherited from attacking weapon)
- Recharge: Once Per Turn
At Higher Levels
For every 2 Rogue Levels above 1, your Sneak Attack deals an additional 1d6Physical damage. For example: