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Players/RAILCAT/Upgrades/Arcblade.md

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+# Stage II - Stabilized Core
+_The lightning channel hums faintly again._
+**HP Damage:** 1d8 Slash + 1d4 Fire + 1d4 Lightning  
+**Posture:** 6  
+**Penetration:** 15%  
+**Chip:** 10%  
+**Riposte Modifier:** +1d8
+**Ember Vein**: Critical hits apply Burning.
+
+**New Passive - Static Wake**: After hitting the same target 3 times in 2 rounds:
+- Apply **Sapped (2 rounds)**.
+
+**Flicker Dash (Improved)**
+- Dash 6 meters.
+- 1d8 Slash + 1d4 Fire + 1d4 Lightning.
+- Applies Burning if it Crits normally.
+- Counts as 1 stack toward Static Wake.
+
+---
+# Stage III - Tempered Rail
+*The blade stops flickering.*
+**HP Damage:** 1d10 Slash + 1d4 Fire + 1d6 Lightning  
+**Posture:** 8  
+**Penetration:** 20%  
+**Chip:** 12%  
+**Riposte Modifier:** +1d10
+
+**Ember Vein**: Critical hits apply Burning.  
+* If target is already Burning -> deal +1d6 Fire immediately.
+
+**Static Wake**:
+* Now requires only 2 hits within 2 rounds to apply Sapped.
+
+**Critical Art Upgrade - “Rail Dash” (CD 4)**
+Dash 9 meters in a straight line.
+- First target hit:
+    - 1d10 Slash
+    - 1d6 Fire
+    - 1d6 Lightning
+- Applies Burning if it Crits normally.
+- Counts as 1 hit for Static Wake.
+- If target is Burning -> deal +1d6 Fire immediately.
+
+**“Rail Reversal” (CD 5)**
+Trigger:  
+* After successfully Parrying an enemy
+Effect:
+- Teleport 3 meters behind the attacker.
+- Strike critically for:
+    - Weapon damage
+    - +1d6 Fire
+- Counts toward Static Wake.
+
+---
+# Stage IV - Overcharged Arcblade
+_Fire and Lightning begin feeding each other._
+**HP Damage:** 1d10+1 Slash + 1d6 Fire + 1d6 Lightning  
+**Posture:** 10  
+**Penetration:** 25%  
+**Chip:** 15%  
+**Riposte Modifier:** +1d10
+
+**Ember Vein**: Critical hits apply Burning.  
+If target is Burning and becomes Shocked:
+- Burning immediately ticks once for maximum value.
+
+**Static Wake**: When Sapped ends and Shock is applied:
+- Target takes additional 1d6 Lightning damage.
+
+**Rail Dash (Overcharged)**
+Dash 9 meters.
+* Each target hit:
+	- 1d10+1 Slash
+	- 1d6 Fire
+	- 1d6 Lightning
+- Applies Burning if it Crits normally.
+- Counts as 1 hit for static Wake.
+- If target is Burning -> deal +1d6 Fire immediately.
+* If this strike causes Sapped to expire:
+	- Shock triggers immediately instead of waiting.
+
+---
+
+# Stage V - True Arcblade (Mythical)
+_The Deep remembers this weapon._
+Weapon class upgrades to Heavy Railblade.
+**HP Damage:** 1d10+1d6 Slash + 1d6 Fire + 1d6 Lightning  
+**Posture:** 11  
+**Penetration:** 30%  
+**Chip:** 15%  
+**Riposte Modifier:** +1d12
+
+**Ember Vein**: Critical hits apply Burning.  
+* Burning damage increases to **1d6 per round**.
+
+**Static Wake:**
+On every Critical:
+- Apply **Sapped (2 rounds)**.
+- When Sapped ends:
+	- Shock triggers as normal.
+	- Target also loses 2 Posture.
+
+**Rail Convergence**  
+If you Riposte a Shocked target
+- Add +1d12 Lightning damage.
+- Ignore an additional 10% Lightning AC for that Riposte only.
+
+**Rail Dash (True Form)**
+Dash 9 meters.
+- Automatically Crits the first target struck.
+- Each target hit:
+	- 1d10+1 Slash
+	- 1d6 Fire
+	- 1d6 Lightning
+- Applies Burning on Crit.
+- Counts as 1 hit for static Wake.
+- If target is Burning -> deal +1d6 Fire immediately.
+- Applies Sapped.
+- If target is already Sapped:
+    - Immediately trigger Shock.
+    - Burning ticks at maximum.
+
+**“Rail Reversal” (CD 5):**
+Trigger:  
+* After successfully Parrying an enemy
+Effect:
+- Teleport 3 meters behind the attacker.
+- Strike critically for:
+    - Weapon damage
+    - +1d12 Fire
+	 If the enemy is Shocked:
+	    - +1d12 Lightning
+	    - Ignore 10 Lightning and Fire AC (this stacks with Rail Convergence rules).
+- Counts toward Static Wake.
+

Players/RAILCAT/Upgrades/Mantras - Feral Mode.md

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+# 1-Star Mantras
+## Pounce Charge
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 4 Ether  
+Action: Action  
+Cooldown: 3 rounds
+Inspired by Sam's **Charge attack**.
+Effect: You launch forward like a predator.
+- Dash **6 meters** in a straight line.
+- First target hit takes:
+Damage: 1d6 Blunt + 1d4 Lightning
+Effects:
+- Target is **pushed 3 meters**.
+- Target loses **2 Posture**.
+If the target is **Burning**:
+- Add **+1d4 Fire**.
+
+---
+## Predator Kick
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 3 Ether  
+Action: Bonus Action  
+Cooldown: 2 rounds
+A brutal taekwondo-style kick.
+Damage: 
+* 1d6 Blunt
+Effects:
+- Deal **+2 Posture Damage**.
+If used immediately after **moving at least 3 meters**:
+- Add **+1d4 Lightning**.
+
+---
+## Feral Step
+Type: Mobility  
+Cost: 2 Ether  
+Action: Bonus Action  
+Cooldown: 2 rounds
+A sudden low feline sidestep.
+Effect:
+* Move **3 meters**.
+This movement:
+- Does **not provoke reactions**
+- May move **through enemy spaces**
+If used after **Dodging**:
+- Gain **+1 Posture**.
+---
+# 2-Star Mantras
+## Sweep Trip
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 4 Ether  
+Action: Action  
+Cooldown: 3 rounds
+Inspired by **Sam's tripping attacks**. Sweep low with your right leg, tripping enemies and dealing minimal damage.
+Damage:
+* 1d6 Blunt
+Effects:
+* Target must make a **Dexterity Save**.
+Failure:
+- Target falls **Prone**
+- Target loses **3 Posture**
+Success:
+- Target loses **2 Posture**.
+## Feral Rush
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 5 Ether  
+Action: Action  
+Cooldown: 4 rounds
+A savage flurry of clawing strikes.
+Damage:
+* Three hits, 1d4 Blunt each
+Each hit:
+- Deals **+1 Posture damage**
+If at least **2 hits land**:
+- Apply **Sapped (2 rounds)**.
+## Tail Feint
+Type: Support  
+Cost: 3 Ether  
+Action: Bonus Action  
+Cooldown: 4 rounds
+A deceptive twitch of movement.
+For **1 round**:
+- Your next attack gains **+5 Chip Damage**
+- Your next attack gains **+5 Penetration**
+- Your next attack deals **+2 Posture damage**
+If the attack **breaks posture**:
+- Gain **+2 Posture**
+
+---
+# 3-Star Mantras
+## Savage Launcher
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 6 Ether  
+Action: Action  
+Cooldown: 4 rounds
+You uppercut with the prosthetic arm.
+Damage:
+* 1d10 Blunt + 1d6 Lightning
+Effects:
+- Launch the enemy **3 meters upward**
+- Push **3 meters** away from you.
+Enemy loses **3 Posture**.
+If the enemy is **Sapped**:
+- Immediately trigger **Shock**.
+## Predator Maul
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 7 Ether  
+Action: Action  
+Cooldown: 4 rounds
+You grab and slam your opponent into the ground. Target must be within **1.5 meters**.
+Damage: 2d8 Blunt
+Effects:
+- Target loses **4 Posture**.
+- Target falls prone.
+If the target is already **Prone**:
+- Add **+1d8 Blunt**.
+## Scavenger Bite
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 6 Ether  
+Action: Action  
+Cooldown: 5 rounds
+You pounce onto the enemy, slam them to the ground and tear into them.
+Damage:
+* 1d6 Blunt + 1d6 Slash + 1d6 Pierce
+Effects:
+- Target falls prone and gains heavy bleed buildup.
+- Target loses **3 Posture**.
+If target is **Burning or Shocked**:
+- Add **+1d6 Lightning** or **+1d6 Fire** respectively.

Players/RAILCAT/Upgrades/Mantras.md

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+# 1-Star Mantras
+
+---
+## Flash Draw
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 4 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 2 rounds
+Quick unsheathe slash.
+- 1d8 Slash + 1d4 Fire
+- If used after moving at least 3m:
+    - Gain +5 Penetration
+## Palm Break
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 3 Ether  
+**Action:** Bonus Action  
+**Cooldown:** 3 rounds
+A sudden prosthetic palm strike.
+- 1d6 Blunt
+- +2 Posture damage
+- If target attacked you last turn:
+    - Add +1d4 Lightning
+## Rising Cut
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 5 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 3 rounds
+Upward slash that launches slightly.
+- 1d10 Slash
+- On hit:
+    - Push target 3m
+    - Gain +1 Posture
+## Sheathe Guard
+**Type:** Support  
+**Cost:** 3 Ether  
+**Action:** Bonus Action  
+**Cooldown:** 4 rounds  
+You sheath the Arcblade and enter a still, predatory guard until the start of your next turn.
+- Gain +1 on Parry checks
+- If you successfully Parry while in this stance:
+    - Gain 1 Torque
+    - Your immediate counterattack gains +5 Penetration and +5 Chip damage        
+- If you Dodge while in this stance:
+    - Move +1.5m (total 4.5m)
+
+## Arc Flick
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 4 Ether  
+**Action:** Bonus Action  
+**Cooldown:** 3 rounds  
+A short-range, wrist-driven slash meant to punish spacing mistakes.
+- 1d6 Slash + 1d4 Lightning
+- If the target is within 1.5m:
+    - +1 Posture damage
+    - Lightning damage becomes 1d6
+- Counts as 1 hit toward Static Wake
+
+---
+# 2-Star Mantras
+## Rush Slash
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 6 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 4 rounds
+Dash 6m and strike.
+- 1d10 Slash + 1d6 Lightning
+- If target is Sapped:
+    - Immediately trigger Shock.
+## Multi-Draw
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 5 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 3 rounds
+Four fast light strikes
+- 4 instances of 1d4 Slash
+- If at least 2 hit:    
+    - Gain +2 Posture
+## Rail Slash
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 7 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 5 rounds
+Sheathe -> burst 4.5 meters through an enemy's space (cannot end inside).
+- 1d8 Slash
+- 1d8 Fire
+- 1d8 Lightning
+- Can only hit target once.
+## Backflip Step
+**Type:** Mobility  
+**Cost:** 3 Ether  
+**Action:** Bonus Action  
+**Cooldown:** 3 rounds
+Backflip 4.5m.
+If used immediately after Parrying:
+- Regain 2 Posture
+- Next attack gains +5 Chip Damage.
+## Predatory Focus
+**Type:** Support  
+**Cost:** 4 Ether  
+**Action:** Bonus Action  
+**Cooldown:** 5 rounds
+Mark one target for 2 rounds:
+* Against that target only:
+	- +5 Chip Damage
+    - +2 Posture damage
+## Slash Sheathe Combo
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 6 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 4 rounds  
+A three-beat sequence that ends in a sheath-launch.
+- Hit 1: 1d6 Slash
+- Hit 2: 1d6 Slash
+- Hit 3: 1d8 Slash + 1d4 Fire  
+If at least 2 hits land:
+- Apply Sapped (2 rounds) if Static Wake would apply this round anyway (this doesn’t bypass the requirement, it just converts the trigger into an immediate application)
+
+---
+# 3-Star Mantras
+
+## Verdict (NB)
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 8 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 5 rounds
+Blade glows white-yellow.
+Leap and slam down.
+- 2d10 Slash
+- 1d8 Lightning
+- Cannot be Blocked or Parried
+## Execution (NB)
+**Type:** Combat  
+**Cost:** 9 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 5 rounds
+Quick lunging impale.
+- 2d8 Slash
+- 1d8 Fire
+- Cannot be Blocked
+- If target is Shocked:
+    - Add +1d12 Lightning.
+## Multi Dash
+**Type:** Mobility
+**Cost:** 10 Ether  
+**Action:** Action  
+**Cooldown:** 6 rounds
+Dash 3 times (choose directions) à 3 meters each.
+Each dash:
+- 1d8 Slash + 1d6 Lightning
+Can hit same target only once.
+
+## Charge Counter
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 7 Ether  
+Action: Reaction (in place of a counter-attack)
+Cooldown: 5 rounds
+Trigger: You **successfully Parry** an enemy attack.
+Effect:
+- Instantly move **3 meters through the attacker’s space**.
+* Strike for:
+	* Weapon Damage
+	* +1d6 Fire
+* If the target is **Shocked**:
+	- Add **+1d8 Lightning**.
+
+---
+# Signature
+
+## Blade Lock
+Type: Combat  
+Cost: 7 Ether  
+Action: Reaction  
+Cooldown: 5 rounds
+Trigger: Enemy within **3 meters** attacks you with a melee weapon.
+Effect: Both fighters enter a **Blade Lock**. You immediately make a **contested Strength or Dexterity throw**. If you win:
+- Deal **1d10 Slash**
+- Target loses **4 Posture**
+- Target is knocked back 4.5 meters
+If you lose:
+- Lose **2 Posture**.

Players/RAILCAT/Upgrades/Prosthetic.md

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+# Branch 1 - Offensive Modules
+
+---
+## Impact Governor
+When Torque is consumed:
+- Also deal +2 Posture damage.
+If the target is Sapped:
+- Deal an additional +1 Posture.
+
+---
+## Voltage Injector
+When you Parry a Sapped enemy:
+- Immediately deal 1d6 Lightning (separate instance).
+If this causes Shock:
+- Target loses 1 additional Posture.
+
+---
+##  Duelist’s Executioner
+If you strike a Shocked target with an unarmed attack:
+- Add +1d8 Blunt.
+- Gain 5 penetration for that attack
+Once per turn.
+
+---
+## Railbreaker Knuckles
+When you Riposte:
+- Add +1d6 Blunt.
+- If target is Burning → deal +1d6 Fire.
+
+---
+# Branch 2 - Defensive Modules
+
+---
+## Counterbalance Gyro
+When you fail a Parry:
+- Reduce incoming Posture damage by 2.
+Once per round.
+
+---
+## Shock Dampener Lattice
+When Shocked:
+- Movement reduction is halved.
+- Passive posture regen is not disabled.
+
+---
+## Reactive Plating
+When reduced below 50% Posture:
+- Gain +5 Physical AC until start of next turn
+Once per 3 rounds.
+
+---
+## Feral Stabilizer (Capstone Defensive)
+While in Feral State:
+- You regain 1 Posture per turn.
+- Parry failures do not cause additional posture penalties.
+
+---
+# Branch 3 — Utility Modules
+
+---
+## Grapple Line Emitter
+Bonus Action (CD 5):
+- Pull a target 3 meters toward you.
+- If they collide with terrain:
+    - Deal 1d6 Blunt.
+Does not apply Sapped.
+
+---
+## Vector Thrusters
+After a successful Parry:
+- You may move 3 meters without provoking reactions.
+
+---
+## Overclocked Recall
+Magnetic Recall now:
+- Grants +3 meters movement speed until end of turn.
+- Your next attack gains +5 Penetration
+
+---
+## Kinetic Lock
+If you Parry the same target twice in 2 rounds:
+- Their next Dodge is made at disadvantage.
+

Players/RAILCAT/Upgrades/Super-Modules.md

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+# OFFENSIVE SUPER-MODULE
+## Union Strength Core
+> “Ouch. That'll hurt. Remind me to not piss you off?"
+### Passive - Conduction Loop
+When you apply **Shock** to a target:
+- Immediately gain 1 Torque.
+- Your next unarmed strike this turn:
+    - Ignores 10 Physical AC
+    - Deals +1d8 Lightning (separate instance)
+Once per round.
+### Passive - Breakpoint Exploit
+When you deal damage to a target below 50% Posture:
+- Gain +2 on attack rolls.
+This does not apply to Ripostes.
+
+---
+# DEFENSIVE SUPER-MODULE
+
+## Union Endurance Core
+> “That sounded like it hit something important. Oh, nope, nevermind.”
+### Passive - Refusal to Yield
+The first time each combat you would become Staggered:
+- Instead remain at 1 Posture.
+- Gain +5 Physical AC until end of next turn.
+### Passive - Pressure Feedback
+Whenever you Block an attack:
+- Gain 1 Torque.
+### Passive - Depth Stability
+When below 50% HP:
+- Gain +1 Posture Regain.
+
+---
+# UTILITY SUPER-MODULE
+## Union Control Core
+> “Not what I would've picked but... eh. Your arm, your choice, I suppose."
+### Passive - Anchor Mark
+After successfully Parrying a target:
+- Mark them until the end of your next turn.
+If the marked target:
+- Dodges
+- Moves more than 3m voluntarily
+You may use your Reaction to:
+- Pull them 3m toward you
+- Deal 1d6 Lightning (separate instance)
+Does not apply Sapped.  
+Does not trigger Shock by itself.
+### Passive - Pursuit Vector
+After using Magnetic Recall:
+- Gain +3m movement.
+- Your next attack this turn cannot be Dodged.
+Can still be Parried.
+### Passive - Duel Focus
+If only one hostile creature is within 6m:
+- Gain +5 Penetration.

Players/RAILCAT/Upgrades/Talents.md

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+_(Unlocked by level. Packs alternate 1 / 2 / 1 / 2)_
+
+---
+# LEVEL 1 (Pack: 1)
+### T01 - **Duelist’s Poise**
+- Max Posture +2.
+- When you Parry, regain **+1 additional Posture**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 2 (Pack: 2)
+### T02 - **Feline Footwork**
+- After moving **3m or more** on your turn:
+    - Gain **+1 on your next Parry Throw**.
+### T03 - **Arcblade Familiarity**
+- Arcblade attacks gain **+5 Penetration** and **+5 Chip Damage**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 3 (Pack: 1)
+### T04 - **Predatory Pressure**
+- Your **first melee attack each turn** deals **+1 Posture damage**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 4 (Pack: 2)
+### T05 - **Summer Steel**
+- Prosthetic unarmed attacks deal **+1d4 Blunt damage**.
+### T06 - **Momentum Parry**
+- When you successfully Parry:
+    - Gain **+3 meters movement** until the end of your turn.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 5 (Pack: 1)
+### T07 - **Railcat Instinct**
+- Gain **+1 initiative**.
+- Gain **+1 on Dodge Throws**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 6 (Pack: 2)
+### T08 - **Execution Rhythm**
+- When you Riposte a staggered enemy:
+    - Regain **2 Posture**.
+### T09 - **Kinetic Punishment**
+- If an enemy **misses you with a melee attack**:
+    - Your next attack against them deals **+1d6 Lightning** (1/round).
+
+---
+# LEVEL 7 (Pack: 1)
+### T10 - **Deepdelver Conditioning**
+- Max HP +6.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 8 (Pack: 2)
+### T11 - **Clean Exchange**
+- If you successfully Parry and deal damage before your next turn:
+    - Gain **+1 Posture**.
+### T12 - **Arcstep**
+- When you Critically hit:
+    - Move **3m** without provoking reactions.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 9 (Pack: 1)
+### T13 - **Railcat Momentum**
+- If you hit the same enemy twice in a round:
+    - Deal **+2 Posture damage** on the second hit.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 10 (Pack: 2)
+### T14 - **Feral Blood**
+- While in **Feral State**:
+    - Gain **+3 meters movement speed**.
+### T15 - **Reactive Draw**
+- If you Parry while below **50% Posture**:
+    - Gain **+5 Penetration** and **+5 Chip Damage** on your counterattack.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 11 (Pack: 1)
+### T16 - **Storm Reflex**
+- When you Dodge successfully:
+    - Your next attack deals **+1d4 Lightning**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 12 (Pack: 2)
+### T17 - **Railbreaker**
+- When you deal **6+ Posture damage** in one attack:
+    - Deal **+2 additional Posture damage** (1/round).
+### ~~T18 - **Prosthetic Guard**~~
+- ~~You no longer suffer disadvantage when Parrying **unarmed**.~~
+
+---
+# LEVEL 13 (Pack: 1)
+
+### T19 - **Arcblade Tempo**
+- Arcblade attacks deal **+1d4 Fire**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 14 (Pack: 2)
+### T20 - **Hunter’s Patience**
+- If you take **no damage during a round**:
+    - Gain **+2 Posture** at the start of your next turn.
+### T21 - **Backline Predator**
+- Attacks against enemies **who have not attacked you this round** gain **+5 Penetration**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 15 (Pack: 1)
+### T22 - **Felinor Balance**
+- Max Posture +3.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 16 (Pack: 2)
+### T23 - **Predator’s Punish**
+- When an enemy fails a Dodge against you:
+    - Deal **+2 Posture damage**.
+### T24 - **Static Build**
+- When you apply **Sapped**:
+    - Target immediately loses **+1 Posture**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 17 (Pack: 1)
+### T25 - **Execution Discipline**
+- Ripostes you perform deal **+1d8 damage**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 18 (Pack: 2)
+### T26 - **Unbroken Predator**
+- The first time each combat you would be Staggered:
+    - ~~Remain at **1 Posture instead**.~~
+### T27 - **Storm Catalyst**
+- When you trigger **Shock**:
+    - Deal **+1d6 Lightning damage**.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 19 (Pack: 1)
+### T28 - **Flawless Duel**
+- If you Parry **twice in the same round**:
+    - Gain **+3 Posture** at the start of your next turn.
+
+---
+# LEVEL 20 (Pack: 2)
+### T29 - **Arcblade Apex**
+- Arcblade damage:
+    - **+1d6 Fire**
+    - **+1d6 Lightning**
+### T30 - **Predator Unleashed**
+- While in **Feral State**:
+    - Gain **+3 Posture damage**
+    - Gain **+3 meters movement speed**.