Name:storm of steel
Relevant stat:strength
Syntax:finesse storm of steel
conditions:two swords, tactical knowledge
cost:100 + 30/parry [fatigue]
bonus:AC, parry, hitroll, damroll, one extra attack
block synergy:Slicing Swords, Stinging Swords, Maiming Swords
block conflict:Dual Block, Crossed Swords, Mesmerizing Swords

The storm of steel is your first universal finesse. It increases both your attack and defence - not as much as a specialized finesse, but enough for a sustained fight. Offensive benefits of this finesse can be greatly enhanced in combination with Slicing Swords block and routine consisting of Scissors Slash in one round and Paw of the Bear in the next. This combo is called Slicing Steel. Swordsman with two piercing swords can instead use Stinging Swords block and routine consisting of Wasp Sting and Wolf Tooth skills. This combo is called, perhaps unimaginatively, Stinging Steel.