Retreating Finisher

A calculated finishing strike costs nothing even when it misses — a failed swing still lets the swashbuckler slip back to safety.

commonFinisherSwashbuckler

You make a calculated attack without letting down your guard. Make a melee Strike with the following failure effect. Failure You Step as a free action.

Level 2 · Type Class

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