In Jade Empire, kung fu and ancient magic actually are worthless against modern technology in the form of a very big gun. Sir Roderick Von Fontlebottom may have been a wanker, but he was right about one thing.
While initially weak, pump a few points into the associated combat style and suddenly Mirabelle becomes a total boss-killer, letting you beast your way through most of the late game. In defeat he offers a gift, and while there are several stat-boosting options you can also demand Mirabelle. You demonstrate the value of your culture's focus on melee by waiting for him to reload, then slapping him down up close.įinally his honor forces him to accept you may have a point, and he promises to leave. You, meanwhile, probably have a sword or staff and maybe the ability to shoot ice and transform into a toad. He enters this duel with Mirabelle, a booming carriable cannon that knocks off half your health with every shot.
of your commercial buildings are top priorities. The competition was clearly rigged, he claims, and with his honor slighted he demands a duel. Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Main Stone: Ruby Style: Pendant Main. Choose your counter-arguments to cater to the judges and you'll win the debate, at which point Roderick turns out not to be so magnanimous. He tries to tear down your culture by pointing out that you've had gunpowder for years but never invented guns, that your martial arts are all foolishly based on melee rather than ranged combat, that you believe in spirits and waste far too much time bathing.
