Disarming Attack (Melee)

"Disarming Attack" redirects here. For the ranged version, see Disarming Attack (Ranged). For the similar trident weapon action, see Disarming Strike.

Disarming Attack (Melee) is a Battle Master fighter weapon action. This combat manoeuvre allows the Battle Master to deal damage to enemies with melee weapons and possibly make them drop their weapons.

Description

Focus your attack on your foe's hands and possibly force them to drop the weapons they are holding.

Properties

Cost

 Action

Cost on hit

 Superiority Die

Damage:

Normal weapon damage

+ Superiority Die

Details

 Melee Weapon Attack Roll (On Miss: Does not spend  Superiority Dice.)

 STR Save (Weapon action DC)

 Range: Normal weapon range

 Targets: Creature wielding a weapon

At higher levels

At level 10 with  Improved Combat Superiority the damage bonus increases from 1d8 to 1d10.

Technical details

UID

Target_DisarmingAttack

Spell flags

IsHarmful, IsMelee

Condition: Weapon Dropped!

 Weapon Dropped!

 STR Save (Weapon action DC)

• An enemy has made you drop your weapon to the ground, similar to  Disarmed.

How to learn

Classes:

• Class level 3: Battle Master

Granted by features:

•  Martial Adept