Skies of Arcadia/Ship Battles

In addition to hand-to-hand Melee Battles, Eternal Arcadia has a Ship Battles system that has the player face off against an enemy airship.

Ship Battles
Unlike melee combat, Ship Battles do not occur randomly. However, in addition to scripted battles as part of the plot, there are a number of Valuan and Black Pirate ships across the world map that can be engaged in battle.

Spirit Points
As in Melee Battles, certain actions during a Ship Battle require the use of Spirit Points to execute. Unlike Melee combat however, all attacks require a certain number of Spirit Points to be used, dependant on the cannon or torpedo being fired.

The number of Spirit Points required by each cannon is listed in the Ship Weapons list.

Captain's Stripe
Following certain scripted encounters, you will recieve a "Captain's Stripe". Using this item will increase your ship's attributes and HP.

Actions
Another difference for Ship Battles is the attacking system - as well as choosing an action for each member of your party, you can pick when you want them to execute the move during the round. Depending on the your ship's and party member's Quick rating, you will move before or after the enemy vessel on that particular turn.

From top to bottom, the available actions during ship battles are:

Flee from battle. This option is only available during optional ship battles, not scripted encounters. Use an item from your inventory to repair your ship or alter its status, or attack the enemy vessel. Take evasive action. Increases the chances of the enemy's attack missing. Can also reduce the damage you take this turn. Select a cannon or torpedo to attack the enemy. Requires Spirit Points. Use a magic spell to heal your ship or attack the enemy. Some spells require special equipment to cast. Generate additional Spirit Points. Fire the Special Cannon on your ship, if available.
 * Run
 * Item
 * Evade
 * Attack
 * Magic
 * Focus
 * S. Cannon

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