Flurry of blows lets you make two unarmed strikes, which equals one more than “normal”. Additionally, Flurry of Blows does not increase in number of strikes when you gain extra attack.
Does Flurry of Blows use ki?
The Flurry of Blows class feature allows the character to spend 1 ki point to make two unarmed strikes as a bonus action.
Can you use Longswords for two weapon fighting?
Monks do not require free hand or weapon to Strike with Bonus Action. Two-weapon fighting is just a way to fight, available to everyone. However, according to RAW, without the dual-wielder feat you can’t use longswords, due to them not being light weapons.
What happens when a monk makes a flurry of blows?
When making a flurry of blows, the monk can make one additional attack at his highest base attack bonus. This additional attack stacks with the bonus attacks from haste and other similar effects.
When does a monk get a stunning fist?
At 11th level, a monk can make an additional attack at his highest base attack bonus whenever he makes a flurry of blows. This stacks with the first attack from this ability and additional attacks from haste and similar effects. At 1st level, the monk gains Stunning Fist as a bonus feat, even if he does not meet the prerequisites.
Is the Unchained version of the monk easier to play?
Unchained: Much of the monk has been reworked, including its base attack bonus, Hit Die, saves, and many of its special abilities. The result is a version of the monk that not only is easier to play, but also possesses a great deal more versatility.
How to use open hand monk’s knockdown ability?
My thought is to gain the benefits of the Open Hand monk ‘s knockdown ability tied to Flurry of Blows, and benefit from the prone status on the two attacks from the Attack action. (Alternatively using the Flurry benefits to remove reactions, etc.)