Description

The Brawler skill reflects training and experience in unarmed combat. A character with this skill is adept at striking, grappling, and subduing opponents without the use of conventional weapons, as well as defending themselves against such actions. A character with this skill gains a +1 Bonus to either their Strength modifier or their Dexterity modifier when attempting to grapple, wrestle, or otherwise handle an opponent, and when defending against such actions.

The Brawler skill also grants an Attack Score Bonus equal to ½ the character's level (rounded up) when making ANY unarmed attacks. In addition, they gain a bonus to their Defense Score when NOT using any armor, shield, or helmet, based upon their level according to the following table: