Skill: Ranged Weaponry

Primary Attribute:

  • Accuracy

Secondary Attribute:

  • Dexterity

Description:

The Ranged Weaponry skill governs proficiency in handling ranged weapons, such as bows, firearms, energy rifles, and similar tools. This skill enhances the user's precision, efficiency, and overall effectiveness in hitting targets from a distance. A higher level in this skill translates into better aim, faster reloads, and increased damage potential.


Training Ranged Weaponry:

  1. Combat Practice:
  2. Engage in combat scenarios using ranged weapons. Each successful hit on a target contributes to skill progression.
  3. Missing shots also counts toward training, though at a reduced rate, as the user learns from mistakes.
  4. Target Practice:
  5. Spend time at a shooting range or similar controlled environments.
  6. Hitting moving targets or bullseyes provides more skill experience than static targets.
  7. High-Stakes Scenarios:
  8. Participating in timed missions or challenges where accuracy is critical rewards faster skill growth.
  9. Skill-Specific Training Equipment:
  10. Use specialized ranged weapon training modules available in gyms or corporate facilities.

Skill Progression and Benefits:

  1. Level 1-20:
  2. Basic proficiency with ranged weapons.
  3. Slightly reduced recoil and increased accuracy.
  4. Level 21-50:
  5. Faster reload times.
  6. Increased critical hit chance on long-distance shots.
  7. Level 51-80:
  8. Pinpoint accuracy on stationary and slow-moving targets.
  9. Ability to hold aim longer without stamina drain.
  10. Level 81-100:
  11. Enhanced stability while moving and firing.
  12. Increased damage potential with all ranged weapons.
  13. Unlocks advanced techniques like ricochet shots or energy weapon overcharges (if applicable).

Gameplay Integration:

  • Combat Advantage:
    Higher skill levels ensure more effective ranged attacks, making this skill invaluable for players preferring a sniper or ranged DPS playstyle.
  • Environmental Challenges:
    Players may encounter missions requiring precise shooting, such as disabling far-off machinery or hitting a critical target in a time-sensitive situation.
  • Complementary Skills:
  • Steady Aim: Improves the player's ability to maintain focus and hold the crosshairs on a target.
  • Target Analysis: Provides additional information on weak points, improving effectiveness with ranged attacks.