Orcish Counterstance

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Assumes a counterstance.

Description

• Family: Orc
• Type: Enhancing
• Can be dispelled No
• Utsusemi/Blink absorb: N/A
• Range: Self
• Note: Only used by Orcs in WOTG zones.
• Does not lower the Orc's defense.

• Lowers the Orc's Magic Defense instead.

• Double the normal strike damage is reflected back on the player.

• Note: Some Notorious Monsters will have a more powerful Counterstance that will deal upwards from three to six times normal strike damage.

• Extremely potent Counterstance.
• You can safely attack the monster from behind to avoid having your attacks countered while Orcish Counterstance is active, however if you have hate it is suggested that you turn around.