.: Help for advance

The advance command moves you into melee range with a target.

Usage:

  advance goblin
  Move into melee range with the goblin

  advance player
  Move into melee range with another player (PvP zones only)

Note: You typically don't need to use this command directly. When you attack with a melee weapon, you will automatically advance into melee if not already there.

When to Use Advance: 
- To engage an enemy before they notice you
- To close distance with a ranged attacker
- To force an enemy into melee combat

Important Notes: 
- You must be balanced to advance
- While advancing, you cannot take other actions
- Once in melee, you cannot move to other rooms without retreating or fleeing

Default Balance Cost: 
- Players: 3 seconds
- NPCs: 5 seconds (varies by creature)

See also: help combat, help retreat, help attack, help melee