:* If you get hit, you can start "hurting". That means you move slower.
:* Armor slows down the wearer. Heavier armor also slows down the attack speed so light armor like leather has a lower attack speed penalty then steel which slows down your attack speed considerably.
:* Bigger numbers matter. There is a bonus for having others fighting with you against an opponent. Gang up on people.:* There is a bonus to hit from the side or back. If your out numbered, face your strongest opponent. If you outnumber them, surround them. Especially animals, as they turn constantly when surrounded.
:* Moving while fighting gives a penalty to the hit odds of the moving person, and a big penalty to the parry odds.
:* [[:Category:Tools | Tools]] and wooden items aren't good weapons.
:* Use 'Spam Mode' to show missed blows or blows for zero damage.
:* Try not to fight while climbing.