Fighter

The Way of the Fighter

From the town of Jhelom hail the mighty Fighters. They pass their lives in training and have the use of all weapons and armour, though most prefer the use of the double-edged Britannian sword, a devastating weapon in the hands of a skilled fencer. At the same time, they further themselves in the virtue of Valor. Fighters have little or no magical talents, for they believe only in the use of arms and fear that magical training saps the will and concentration of a true warrior. They posses a particular affinity for horses, and are most useful companions on travels to uncharted regions.

Examples

 * One of the most famous fighters in Britannia is Geoffrey.
 * Syria of Jhelom is also a famous fighter. However, she has some trouble with following virtue.
 * Master DeSnel was a famous fighter, before commiting treason to the virtues by first working for the Fellowship as an assassin and then training all future assassins while corrupting the fighters of Jhelom.

Lore
''Many celebrated fighters are trained in the art of combat at Serpent's Hold. There are, however, a few warriors of humble origin who have not the benefit of such training. These acquire skills on the field of battle, earning high acclaim for heroic deeds of valor. The true value of a fighter is found not in his training, but in his heart; it is exemplified not in his knowledge, but in his accomplishments. The fighter typically possesses great strength and endurance, complements to his natural instincts and boundless courage. His proficiency with many weapons makes him a walking arsenal, everready for battle. The fighter prefers to mount his attack from the front line position, a strategy which well serves his inclination to wield mighty bludgeoning weapons and lethal two-handed swords. As a novice fighter grows in experience, his strength and dexterity naturally increase, allowing him to employ more effective combinations of weapons and armour. Enjoying the company of rangers and paladins, the fighter should likewise associate him self with a mage or a bard who can supplement his great physical attack with long range weaponry and the tools of magic.''

- from "Compendium", Ultima VI