Emperione’s Dragon Knight — Demolition and Devastation

Emperione
9 min readJan 29, 2022

First off, on our class feature the Dragon Knights are the pinnacle of the Knight path, representing the highest job class in this profession. These skilled warriors have mastered the art of combat and can wield a variety of weapons. One of their primary choices is the one-handed sword, which offers them agility and precision in battle. Additionally, Dragon Knights are proficient in handling two-handed swords, which provide them with immense power and the ability to deliver devastating blows to their enemies. Furthermore, Dragon Knights can also opt for spears, which grant them a more extended reach and the advantage of attacking from a distance. With their versatile weapon choices, Dragon Knights are formidable opponents on the battlefield, capable of adapting their fighting style to any situation.

The Dragon Knights are the epitome of the Knight path, embodying the highest level of expertise in this profession. These formidable warriors have honed their combat skills to perfection and possess the remarkable ability to wield a diverse array of weapons. Among their preferred choices is the one-handed sword, granting them unparalleled agility and precision on the battlefield. Additionally, Dragon Knights are also adept at handling two-handed swords, which endow them with immense power and the capacity to unleash devastating strikes upon their adversaries. Furthermore, they can opt for spears, which provide them with an extended reach and the strategic advantage of launching attacks from a distance. With their versatile arsenal, Dragon Knights prove to be formidable foes, capable of effortlessly adapting their fighting style to conquer any situation they encounter.

Servant Weapon Skill

The Dragon Knight skill “Servant Weapon” is a powerful ability that allows the user to summon aura weapons to assist in combat. At its maximum level of 5, the skill becomes even more potent. When activated, the user’s AP is recovered by a factor of the skill level multiplied by 6. The aura weapons are then summoned, and when the user deals normal melee physical damage, the weapons are consumed and inflict melee physical damage on the target and surrounding enemies for 2 hits. This area of effect damage covers a 9 x 9 cell radius around the target. The user can control up to 5 weapons at once, and with each level of the skill, the recovery interval for the weapons becomes faster, and the chance of triggering their effects increases. Additionally, the damage inflicted by the summoned weapons depends on the user’s base level and POW, with a chance to trigger a critical hit. The likelihood of a critical hit is determined by the user’s Cri stat, but the effectiveness of the critical hit is reduced by half. Overall, the Servant Weapon skill is a valuable asset for any Dragon Knight, providing both increased damage output and crowd control capabilities.

Servant Weapon-Sign

Servant Weapon-Sign is an active assist skill that can be unlocked at level 5. However, in order to access this skill, players must first reach level 3 in the Servant Weapon skill. This skill is designed to target a single enemy. Its main function is to consume the weapon being used and then blow it towards the target, leaving behind a distinct mark. This mark is crucial for activating two other powerful skills, namely Servant Weapon-Phantom and Servant Weapon-Demolition. By using Servant Weapon-Sign, players can strategically set up their attacks and unleash devastating damage with the help of the other two skills.

Servant Weapon-Phantom

The Servant Weapon-Phantom is a powerful melee physical skill that requires the user to have a Servant Weapon level of 5 and a Servant Weapon-Sign level of 5. It is an active skill that can be used on a single target within a 7 x 7 cell radius. When activated, the user instantly dashes towards the target and deals physical damage based on the number of weapons consumed. Additionally, any enemies within a 5 x 5 cell radius around the target also suffer damage. There is also a chance for the skill to inflict the [pitch-darkness] status on the targets. Interestingly, the user can still dash towards the target even if they do not have a servant weapon summoned or if the target is not marked by Servant Weapon-Sign. The skill also deals additional damage based on the user’s base level and POW, and has a chance to trigger a critical hit based on the user’s Cri stat. However, the critical damage is only applied at half effectiveness. Overall, the Servant Weapon-Phantom is a versatile and devastating skill for melee combat.

Servant Weapon-Demolition

The Dragon Knight’s Servant Weapon-Demolition skill is a powerful melee physical attack that requires the prerequisite skill of Servant Weapon-Phantom level 5. This active skill allows the Dragon Knight to consume all of their weapons to deal damage to all targets marked by Servant Weapon-Sign within a 13 x 13 cell radius. The amount of damage dealt is equal to the number of weapons consumed, and the skill also restores the Dragon Knight’s weapons by the number of targets hit. Additionally, the skill deals additional damage based on the user’s base level and POW, with a chance to trigger a critical hit. The critical chance is determined by the user’s Cri, and the effectiveness of the critical hit is reduced by half. Overall, the Servant Weapon-Demolition skill is a valuable asset in the Dragon Knight’s arsenal for delivering devastating attacks and replenishing their weapons.

Charging Pierce

The Dragon Knight skill, Charging Pierce, is a powerful ability that can greatly enhance the damage output of the user’s spear series and two-handed sword attacks. To unlock this skill, the user must first have the prerequisite skill, Hundred Spears, at level 5. Charging Pierce is an active skill that targets only the user. During the skill’s duration, whenever the user performs a Pierce, Clashing Spiral, Hundred Spears, or Madness Crusher attack, a charging counter is collected. This charging counter lasts for 5 seconds, and if it is not collected within that time, it will be reset. The user can collect up to 10 stacks of the charging counter, and once they reach this maximum, the damage of their Pierce, Clashing Spiral, Hundred Spears, and Madness Crusher attacks is significantly increased. This skill is an invaluable asset for Dragon Knights looking to deal devastating blows to their enemies.

Two Hand Defending

The Dragon Knight’s Skill Two Hand Defending is a passive ability that can be leveled up to a maximum of 10. This skill is specifically useful when the Dragon Knight equips a two-handed sword, two-handed spear, or two-handed axe. When facing enemies, the Dragon Knight’s physical damage taken is reduced based on the size of the enemy. This skill not only enhances the Dragon Knight’s defensive capabilities but also allows them to strategically mitigate incoming damage depending on the size of their opponents.

Hack and Slasher

The Dragon Knight Skill — Hack and Slasher is a powerful ability that can be obtained by reaching level 10. To unlock this skill, players must first have a level 5 proficiency in Two Hand Defending. This skill is classified as an active skill and can be used for both melee and long-range attacks. It specifically targets a single enemy, making it ideal for taking down strong opponents. When equipped with a two-handed sword, the skill inflicts melee physical damage, while equipping a two-handed spear results in long-range physical damage. Additionally, the skill has the potential to deal extra damage based on the user’s base level and POW. There is also a chance for a critical hit to occur, with the likelihood determined by the user’s Cri stat. However, the effectiveness of the critical hit is reduced by half. Overall, the Hack and Slasher skill is a versatile and formidable ability that can greatly enhance a Dragon Knight’s combat capabilities.

Dragonic Aura

Dragonic Aura is a skill in the Dragon Knight class that can be unlocked at level 10. In order to acquire this skill, the player must first reach level 10 in Charging Pierce, Dragon Breath, and Dragon Breath — Water. It is an active skill that consumes 150 AP and has a long-ranged physical attack on a single target. When used, it not only inflicts powerful damage on the target but also boosts the damage of Dragon Breath, Dragon Breath — Water, and Hundred Spears for a duration of 300 seconds. The additional damage dealt by this skill is determined by the player’s base level and POW. Furthermore, Dragonic Aura has a special advantage against demihuman and angel race monsters. Additionally, upon learning this skill, the player’s POW and physical attack power will have a greater impact on the effectiveness of the Dragon Training skill on their Dragon Breath abilities.

Madness Crusher

The Dragon Knight skill, Madness Crusher, is a powerful ability available at level 5. In order to unlock this skill, players must first have Charging Pierce at level 5 and Hack and Slasher at level 10. This skill falls into the active category and is a long range physical attack. It targets a single enemy and has the added benefit of recovering 3 AP. Madness Crusher is exclusive to two-handed spears and two-handed swords. When used, it strikes the intended target and also inflicts physical damage to surrounding enemies in the vicinity. The amount of damage dealt is dependent on the user’s base level, POW, weapon level, and weapon weight. With its wide range of impact and high damage potential, Madness Crusher is a skill that many Dragon Knights aspire to master.

Vigor

The Dragon Knight skill, Vigor, is a powerful ability that enhances the normal melee physical damage of the user. In order to unlock this skill, the player must first acquire the prerequisite skills of Servant Weapon-Demolition at level 3 and Storm Slash at level 5. As an active skill that consumes AP, Vigor is used to assist the player in combat. Upon activation, the skill consumes 125 AP and grants the user increased physical damage for a certain duration. However, it is important to note that each attack made while under the effects of Vigor will also consume a certain amount of the player’s HP. Additionally, this skill provides an advantage against demihuman and angel race monsters, further increasing the player’s physical damage output in battles against these enemy types.

Storm Slash

Storm Slash is a powerful skill that can be learned by Dragon Knights who have reached level 5. In order to unlock this skill, players must first have a level 10 proficiency in the Two Hand Defending skill and a level 5 proficiency in the Hack and Slasher skill. This skill falls under the Active group and is categorized as a Melee physical type. It can only be used on a single target. When used, Storm Slash recovers 2 AP. This skill is exclusive to those who wield two-handed swords and two-handed axes. It inflicts multiple instances of melee physical damage on the target. Additionally, if the skill is used while the player is under the Giant Growth buff, there is a 60% chance that the skill damage will be doubled. The amount of additional damage inflicted by Storm Slash depends on the user’s base level and POW. There is also a chance for the skill to trigger a critical hit, with the likelihood of a critical hit being determined by the user’s Cri stat. However, the effectiveness of the critical hit modifier is reduced by half. Overall, Storm Slash is a devastating skill that can greatly enhance a Dragon Knight’s offensive capabilities.

Dragonic Breath

The Dragon Knight skill, Dragonic Breath, is a powerful ability that can only be used while riding a dragon. This skill is a long ranged physical attack that targets a single enemy. It recovers 2 AP upon use. By tapping into the power of the dragon within their body, the Dragon Knight exhales a devastating breath of fire towards their target. This dragon’s breath ignores the target’s physical defense and deals damage to both the target and any surrounding enemies within range. The amount of damage inflicted is dependent on the Dragon Knight’s MaxHP and MaxSP, with additional damage being added based on their base level and POW. Furthermore, when used under the effects of the Dragonic Aura buff, the damage rate is increased based on the Dragon Knight’s MaxHP and MaxSP. Overall, Dragonic Breath is a formidable skill that allows the Dragon Knight to unleash the full force of their dragon’s power upon their enemies.

Dragon Knights are highly skilled warriors who have mastered the art of combat and can wield a variety of weapons, including one-handed swords, two-handed swords, and spears. They are formidable opponents on the battlefield, capable of adapting their fighting style to any situation.

Originally published at https://emperione.com on January 29, 2022.

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