Vindictus CBT: Fiona Gameply - Defense is The Best Offense

During Vindictus CBT two classes are unlocked which are Fiona and Lann. Fiona specialized in defensive maneuvers, but has a dimished attack power. Stamina is more a lethal problem for Fiona because to maximize damage you have to stay in a close distance to the boss. Where Lann would charge in and use thousand needles then run back to recharge.

As a Fiona you'd want stats such as Str for damage, Agi/Dex for stamina recovery and Defense, and Wil to prevent knocked down. Grabbing is also a great way to do some damage since Fiona's sword attacks aren't as strong as Lann's. Fiona users will want to get Agi first then Str and Will last.

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Combos
In Vindictus a series of attacks and smashes creates a different combo. These are all situational and there isn't one that overpowers everything else. Some can be quick which is helpful against enemies who give you small openings and some are strong which can be used when enemies are disabled.

• Combo 1(Quick draw)
  By pressing attack once then ending it with a smash you use combo 1. Quick draw is an unofficial name i've decided to give and it does exactly that. One slash and another right after it which makes it ideal to do quick attacks.
• Combo 2(shield smash)
  Attacking twice and ending it with a smash triggers combo 2. This combo exceed in pushing enemies back and might have a higher change of knocking them down.
• Combo 3
  The most useless combo adn recommended not to be used. Activated when three attacks and a smash is used. This combo doesn't do too much damage and doesn't really serve a purpose except to be combined with IVy Sweep.

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  Ivy Sweep A skill gained later on in the game which can be used by pressing attack three times and smash two times. Basically does a combo 3 but adds another quick slash on to it. Uses low stamina and quite fast.

  
  

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  Amaranth Kick The deadiest and biggest damage dealer is the Amaranth Kick! To trigger the combo use attack four times and end it with a smash. The smash will cause Fiona to kick forward and causes a lot of damage. It's certainly a great move but costs a lot of stamina and creates delay. Best used when enemies are chained or tired.

  Skills

  Standing Endurings
  A great skill to invest on can reduce the time on the ground which leaves enemies less opportunities to attack. Being knocked down leaves you open for the next attack or less to time recover and drink potions.

  

  Guard
  Guard is essentially the iconic move of Fiona. Guard will block all damage from incoming attacks in trade for stamina. Although that sounds great, but there's a drawback because heavy attacks from bosses such as Gnoll Chieftain will be ineffective. It also offers a passive defense bonus when your shield breaks during missions.

  

  Heavy Stander
  Basically like a guard expect instead of nullified damage you receive reduced damage. To activate it use Guard then press forward. Heavy Stander can also dodge projectiles from enemies. Heavy Stander does well against Smash attacks since it can shield the damage while guard doesn't really do anything. If you shield breaks during missions you are unable to use this skill.