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=Roars and Battle Cries=
==Roars==
Roars are a [[Barbarian]]'s means of intimidating a foe into flight or doubting their own abilities. The primary statistic for enhancing Roars is [[Charisma]], though [[Strength]], [[Stamina]], and skill with the weapon in hand may play a part in some Roars. Voice recovery may be minorly enhanced with skill in [[Vocals]], however, it has been stated that it is a minor effect, and should cap out at around 100 ranks.
Roars are a [[Barbarian]]'s means of intimidating a foe into flight or doubting their own abilities.


===Battle Cries===
Roars may be additionally boosted with the use of [[Berserk Nightmare]], [[Roar Helms]], or [[Warpaint]], and defended against via [[Roar Cloaks]].
Battle Cries are much more focused on the enhancing your allies in the immediate area and cannot be used without at least one person in your group.


The general consensus of the Barbarian community is that Battlecries (those marked with asterisks) are nearly useless. While they may have an effect, the loss of a roar slot and the necessity of hunting with others is almost never worth it.
The general consensus of the Barbarian community is that Battlecries (those marked with asterisks) are nearly useless. While they may have an effect, the loss of a roar slot and the necessity of hunting with others is almost never worth it.


==Use==
Beware of roaring within the boundaries of a town, as the majority of the time it is considered a crime and will garner you a warrant.
Roaring is done using the [[Roar command]].


The primary statistic for enhancing Roars is [[Charisma]], though [[Strength]], [[Stamina]], and skill with the weapon in hand may play a part in some Roars. See specific entries for non-standard enhancements. The ratio of people within your group compared to the number outside it will affect the strength of your roar; the more allies you have the more potent your fear, but the more enemies you face, the less you intimidate. In addition, combat range and your position also will enhance or penalize your attempts, with closer enemies and overwhelmed enemies being more susceptable to your attempts.
Below is just a basic listing of the Roars available to [[Barbarians]]. Check [http://phiiskeep.homestead.com/Roars.html Phii's Keep] for a excellent, detailed listing of Barbarian Roars.


Voice recovery may be minorly enhanced with skill in [[Vocals skill]], however, it has been stated that it is a minor effect, and should cap out at around 100 ranks.
== Agonar's Roars ==

Roars may be additionally boosted with the use of [[Berserk Nightmare]], [[Roar Helms]], or [[Warpaint]], and defended against with [[Roar Cloaks]].

===Restrictions===
Corporeal undead are highly resistant to Roars, and incorporeal undead are completely immune.

Beware of roaring within the boundaries of a town, as the majority of the time it is considered a crime and will garner expensive Breaching the Peace warrants.

==Aquiring Roars and Battle Cries==
Each of the [[Barbarian]] [[Guildleader]]s will teach a separate group of Roars and Battle Cries. [[Barbarian]]s receive their first pick at 5th circle and an additional pick every 10 circles after that.

Some Roars have circle requirements and/or require that you know another Roar before they can be chosen.

===Rechoosing Roars===
Though it is currently impossible to be rid of a Roar or Battle Cry once chosen, [[Barbarian]] [[GameMaster#Guild Advocate|Advocate]] [[Aurdun]] has indicated that there may be a system in the works for rechosing a small number of Roars. He has not made any definite statement or even given a general time frame.

==Roar List==
Below is just a basic listing of the Roars available to [[Barbarians]]. Check [http://phiiskeep.homestead.com/Roars.html Phii's Keep] for a excellent, detailed listing of Barbarian Roars.


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===Mo's Roars===


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===Anhh'shre's Roars===

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===Tusfaov's Roars===

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==Links==
See [[Barbarian Titles#Roar and Battle Cry Titles|Roar and Battle Cry Titles]].


[[Category:Barbarian Abilities]]
[[Category:Barbarian Abilities]]

Revision as of 22:24, 30 March 2008

Roars

Roars are a Barbarian's means of intimidating a foe into flight or doubting their own abilities.

Battle Cries

Battle Cries are much more focused on the enhancing your allies in the immediate area and cannot be used without at least one person in your group.

The general consensus of the Barbarian community is that Battlecries (those marked with asterisks) are nearly useless. While they may have an effect, the loss of a roar slot and the necessity of hunting with others is almost never worth it.

Use

Roaring is done using the Roar command.

The primary statistic for enhancing Roars is Charisma, though Strength, Stamina, and skill with the weapon in hand may play a part in some Roars. See specific entries for non-standard enhancements. The ratio of people within your group compared to the number outside it will affect the strength of your roar; the more allies you have the more potent your fear, but the more enemies you face, the less you intimidate. In addition, combat range and your position also will enhance or penalize your attempts, with closer enemies and overwhelmed enemies being more susceptable to your attempts.

Voice recovery may be minorly enhanced with skill in Vocals skill, however, it has been stated that it is a minor effect, and should cap out at around 100 ranks.

Roars may be additionally boosted with the use of Berserk Nightmare, Roar Helms, or Warpaint, and defended against with Roar Cloaks.

Restrictions

Corporeal undead are highly resistant to Roars, and incorporeal undead are completely immune.

Beware of roaring within the boundaries of a town, as the majority of the time it is considered a crime and will garner expensive Breaching the Peace warrants.

Aquiring Roars and Battle Cries

Each of the Barbarian Guildleaders will teach a separate group of Roars and Battle Cries. Barbarians receive their first pick at 5th circle and an additional pick every 10 circles after that.

Some Roars have circle requirements and/or require that you know another Roar before they can be chosen.

Rechoosing Roars

Though it is currently impossible to be rid of a Roar or Battle Cry once chosen, Barbarian Advocate Aurdun has indicated that there may be a system in the works for rechosing a small number of Roars. He has not made any definite statement or even given a general time frame.

Roar List

Below is just a basic listing of the Roars available to Barbarians. Check Phii's Keep for a excellent, detailed listing of Barbarian Roars.

Agonar's Roars

Roar/Battle Cry Circle Requirement? Other Requirements?
Kuniyo's Spirit 5th
Everild's Rage 15th
Trothfang's Butchery 25th
Pride* 35th

Mo's Roars

Roar/Battle Cry Circle Requirement? Other Requirements?
Death's Embrace 5th
Tempestous Fury 5th
Bravery* 15th
Banshee's Wail 25th
Death's Shriek 35th Death's Embrace

Anhh'shre's Roars

Roar/Battle Cry Circle Requirement? Other Requirements?
Caution of the Spider 5th
Bloodthirst* 15th
Weighted Justice 25th
Mage's Lament 35th
Magic's Bane 35th

Stumara's Roars

Roar/Battle Cry Circle Requirement? Other Requirements?
Honor* 5th
Screech of Madness 25th
Slash of the Shadows 25th
Lash of Torment 25th

Tusfaov's Roars

Roar/Battle Cry Circle Requirement? Other Requirements?
Steadfastness* 5th
Vengeance* 15th
Death's Lullaby 25th
Nobility* 35th

T'Kiel's Roars

Roar/Battle Cry Circle Requirement? Other Requirements?
Anger the Earth 5th
Seprent's Hiss of Warning 15th
Superiority* 25th
Insane Laughter 35th

Links

See Roar and Battle Cry Titles.