What is a Berserker? (GoD Manual)

A berserker possesses inordinate amounts of strength and bravery. They are seen lunging into battle with large two-handed axes or by hurtling throwing axes or other large objects at their enemies. They use huge axes for the fear that a heavy axe blade can instill in their enemies. With their astute weapon skills and incredible anger, a berserker is a frightening enemy to face. They are also skilled in the use of thrown weapons. As they become more powerful, they can infuse their rage into these thrown weapons, causing unpleas- ant effects when they strike a foe.

Berserkers feel strongly tied to the world of spirits, as death is often very near to them. Their fellows and ancestors aid them when they can, and this is how a berserker learns to channel their anger. Their signature is their ability to go berserk, which causes them to do a greater amount of damage and swing their weapons more rapidly, but makes them more vulnerable to enemy attacks.

Berserkers do not fear death and they value speed and agility over personal defense. They wear light armor of leather and chain, and use only two-handed weapons. Only barbarians, dwarves, ogres, trolls, and vah shir can follow the path of the berserker.

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Source: Gates of Discord (GoD) game manual