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The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall

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Master combat in The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall by using forward thrusts, managing enemy stances, and exploiting environmental hazards for extra damage.

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Master combat in The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall by using forward thrusts, managing enemy stances, and exploiting environmental hazards for extra damage.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Adjust your attack types based on the enemy's difficulty to hit. Use more cuts and thrusts for harder-to-hit enemies, and slashes and chops for easier ones.
  2. 2
    If you hit an enemy particularly hard, you may knock them back.
  3. 3
    If a knocked-back enemy strikes a wall, they will take additional damage. This tactic also works with bows.
  4. 4
    Knocking enemies over ledges can be an effective and amusing strategy.
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    When you are close enough to an enemy to attack, they will typically pause for a second or two before retaliating.
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    You can anticipate an enemy's attack by observing their stance change just before they strike.
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    Employ a hit-and-run tactic: move in to land a few swings, then retreat before the enemy can attack.
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    When you re-engage, the enemy will again pause before attacking, allowing you to repeat the cycle.
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    By consistently applying this tactic, you can significantly minimize the chances of being hit.
Tips
  • Experiment with different attack combinations (cuts, thrusts, slashes, chops) to find what works best against various foes.
  • Use the environment to your advantage by positioning enemies near walls or ledges.
  • Pay close attention to enemy animations; their stance change is a clear indicator of an impending attack.
  • Mastering the timing of moving in and out of range is key to avoiding damage and controlling the flow of combat.

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