Cover System

Master the Cover System in Solasta 2 with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to utilize cover for defensive and offensive advantages to dominate the battlefield.

The Cover System in Solasta 2 is a crucial element of tactical combat, providing significant defensive bonuses to characters positioned behind obstacles. Understanding and effectively utilizing cover can turn the tide of battle, making your party more resilient and your attacks more impactful.

Key aspects of the Cover System:

• Half Cover: Provides a +2 bonus to Armor Class (AC) and Dexterity saving throws. This is typically granted by low obstacles or partial concealment.
• Three-Quarters Cover: Offers a +5 bonus to AC and Dexterity saving throws. This is usually achieved by being behind more substantial cover that only exposes a portion of the character.
• Total Cover: Renders a character immune to ranged attacks and effects that require line of sight. Characters behind total cover cannot be targeted by such abilities.
• Line of Sight: Cover is only effective if the attacker does not have a clear line of sight to the target. Certain abilities or spells may ignore cover.
• Movement and Cover: Moving out of cover can expose your character to attacks. Strategic positioning and movement are key to maintaining defensive advantages.
• Using Cover Offensively: While primarily defensive, cover can also be used to set up ambushes or to protect vulnerable party members while others engage the enemy.

Mastering the cover system is essential for survival and success in Solasta 2's challenging combat encounters.