Sion drew her katana as quick as lightning, but the enemy was quicker still. A small dart whizzed past Sion’s head as she ducked to the floor. The dark elf had the initiative now, and again he shot with his small repeating crossbow. But this time he really missed badly. This was Sion’s chance. She leapt forward and swung her curved sword with precision. Again she proved her skill and amazing luck. The dark elf was not fast enough to dodge, and his head came clean off his neck.

Inevitably, your character? will get in a fight sometime. That’s what it is an adventure game for! Combat is an essential part of the lives of our fantasy heroes, whether they like it or not.