Falkner, feeling the sting of the creatures spear, elects to bring his shield into play and concentrate on defense rather than open himself up to attack, he takes a deep breath, pulls his legs in, and tries to cover himself with his shield best he can.
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[total defense action, +4AC]
New AC=20 vs melee, 28 vs ranged
HP 6/12
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