So it should be abundantly clear by RAW and RAI that sneak attack is the same damage type as the weapon you use. “Magic” is not a damage type. In fact, the only thing that matters is if the attack itself is considered magical and only then for the purposes of bypassing resistance to attacks that aren’t magical.
How often can a sneak attack be used?
Once per turn, you can deal an extra 1d6 damage to one creature you hit with an attack if you have advantage on the attack roll. The attack must use a finesse or a ranged weapon. This is extra damage dealt by the weapon attack; therefore, it should deal damage of the same type as the weapon.
How much damage does a shortsword with a sneak attack do?
So, your shortsword attack with sneak attack would normally be 1d6 (shortsword) + 2d6 (sneak attack) or 3d6 damage. On a critical hit you double the number of dice: so (2*3)d6 = 6d6 plus the relevant ability modifier.
What do you mean by sneak attack in Pathfinder?
Sneak attack is arguably one of the most iconic class features in the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, but many new players don’t understand how it works and why. In today’s article, we’re going to be dissecting the sneak attack rules and talking about some options that make it work for new and veteran players alike. What is “Sneak Attack?”
Is there a build for attacker takes damage?
Put ”Attacker takes damage/lightning damage of x” mod in to use – making an idea for a build with items that has this mod, maxing it’s effect. The build would be rather too weak and not viable to play, but this modifier never gets debated. I would like to hear your opinions, ideas and thougths.
How much damage does an attacker do per hit?
Imagine playing a character with a slow, single target melee attack that does 500 damage per hit. Now imagine dragging that character through Hell. It will be frustratingly slow and boring. The character you are suggesting is like that, but less interactive to play. Re: Attacker takes damage of….. build?
What can you do with the attack command?
In some games, the Attack command can be upgraded to Barrage, which allows more than one attack. Some other commands make the Attack command obsolete, such as Mug, which is a physical attack while simultaneously stealing, or Jump, a stronger attack. Some weapons with bonuses only have those bonuses apply when Attacking.
