How to learn Broad Swing
The following manual supplies the book unlock for ranks marked “Manual unlock” in the rank table. Skill points and time are spent when you purchase the rank. See the skill book guide for manual requirements and planning examples.
The higher ranks reward hitting several enemies
Broad Swing is a Swordmastery area attack that costs two Activation Charges. Its listed Weapon Damage rises from 300% at rank 1 to 375%, 450% and 525% at ranks 2–4.
Ranks 3 and 4 add another 10% Broad Swing damage for each enemy hit. The base multiplier rises at every rank, while the per-enemy increase begins at rank 3 and rewards catching multiple enemies in the area.
Broad Swing Manual is required for every rank. Learning the full ability costs seven skill points and five time segments, separate from its two-charge activation cost. Compare both costs before choosing it over a one-charge ability for a compact loadout.
Rank effects and learning costs
Costs are shown for each rank. Totals include this skill’s ranks only.
| Rank | Effects | Skill points | Time segments | Unlock requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| 1 | 1 |
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| 2 |
| 1 | 1 |
|
| 3 |
| 2 | 1 |
|
| 4 |
| 3 | 2 |
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| All 4 ranks | 7 | 5 | ||