Job Trait [ ]
Counter is a Monk trait that may cancel the target's attack with an attack of your own.
Job traits are always active.
Obtained: Monk Level 10
MP Cost: 0
Notes/Description [ ]
Counter attacks are able to critical.
Counter effects from gear, food or buffs do not require the job trait to be enabled.
It is possible to miss a counter attack, as Counter is subject to accuracy checks like a regular attack.
Status effects like Stun, Sleep, etc. can cause the character to be unable to Counter.
Counter activated in the middle of casting a spell will not interrupt the spell casting.
You can Counter multiple enemies, as long as they are in your range of view and are engaged in battle with you.
It is possible to counter while using Cover as a MNK, PAL/MNK, or BLM/PAL.
Dual weapon users counter with their main weapon only.
Counters do not earn the user any TP. However the opponent will gain TP as if it was hit with a normal attack.
This trait has no effect on enemy's TP attacks.
This trait has no effect on magic or ranged attacks.
Weapon and Evasion skill-ups can occur during Counter, as if it was a normal attack sequence.