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Powers are the special actions your character can perform, ranging from attacks, to healing, to support abilities like flying through the air.

Power Type[]

There are two power types[RC:89]:

  • Attack Powers: These powers are used to damage or hinder others. Some attack powers have beneficial effects as well.
  • Utility Powers: These powers have a variety of uses, including granting bonuses. Some are useful only outside combat, others are useful only in combat, and some can be used in both situations.

Each power has a number of key words and rules associated with it. Page 54 of the Player's Handbook details how powers work and how to read their descriptions.

Usage Type[]

There are several classifications that separate powers based on how often they can be used (their usage type).

Action Type[]

Powers require different actions to perform the power; either standard action, move action, minor action, free action, immediate reaction, immediate interrupt, opportunity action or "no action".

See also[]

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