Whose Velocity in Martial Throw?

[Zane_Marlowe]

Hi Steve,

 

A quick question on a matter that seemed possibly ambiguous. Martial Throws do +v/5 extra damage, and the text explains that, "it exploits velocity to add to the damage done." Throws might be more damaging either because the throwing character has velocity (after a half move, say) to add to the force of the throw or because the thrown character has suddenly acquired velocity as a result of the throw. Of course, these two kinds of velocity are likely to be quite different because most people can run further than they can throw. So, whose velocity is added to the damage?

 

Thanks again!

[Steve Long]

Re: Whose Velocity in Martial Throw?

 

The velocity in question is typically that of the target, though in some cases a Martial Maneuver with the V/10 or V/6 elements is specifically defined as using the attacker’s velocity (e.g., Flying Tackle, Passing Strike). As noted on 6E2 71, the rules on relative velocity apply to Martial Throws and the like. See also HSMA 101.