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# Attacking and Damaging

To **attack** (firing, swinging):

1. Pick a target 
2. Roll a d6, and add the FORT if it’s a melee (swing), or REFL if it’s a ranged (fire) attack. 
3. Compare the result with the target’s DEX.
4. If the result is higher, the attack registers a hit.
5. Roll for damage. Subtract the roll from target’s HP. Target’s armour nullifies (absorbs) damage equal to its defence. 

 If you roll a six on an attack roll, it triggers a [critical](/hexhunt/of-sword-and-sorcery/equipment/weapons.md#critical-hits), if available.