Improved Perfect Defense - Enhanced Combat Mechanics

Overview:

Increases the Perfect Parry and Perfect Dodge windows from 9 frames → 12 frames (0.15s → 0.2s).

Also decreases the guard cooldown duration from 24 frames → 21 frames (0.4s → 0.35s).

The guard cooldown duration governs the forced buffer between inputs. These changes to window and cooldown time are subtle, but feel noticeably better than vanilla, without trivializing the mechanic.

Key Features:

Enhanced Timing Windows: Perfect parry/dodge windows increased from 9 to 12 frames
Reduced Guard Cooldown: Faster recovery between defensive actions
Multiple Versions: Standard and Extended versions available
Balanced Design: Enhances responsiveness without making the game too easy
Skill Compatibility: Stacks with existing timing enhancement skills and equipment

Available Versions:

Standard Version

Perfect Parry/Dodge: 9 frames → 12 frames (0.15s → 0.2s)
Guard Cooldown: 24 frames → 21 frames (0.4s → 0.35s)
Recommended for most players seeking improved responsiveness

Extended Version

Perfect Parry/Dodge: 9 frames → 15 frames (0.15s → 0.25s)
Same guard cooldown improvements as standard
More forgiving timing for players who prefer larger windows

Installation Guide:

Download your preferred version from the files tab
Create a ~mods folder in your game's Paks directory: StellarBlade/SB/Content/Paks/~mods
Extract the .pak, .utoc and .ucas files to the ~mods folder
Launch the game and enjoy improved combat timing

Compatibility Notes:

Skill/Gear Interactions: This mod is fully compatible with existing timing enhancement skills and equipment. All bonuses stack additively:

Focus Boost / Reflex Boost skills: +0.04s
Reflex-Type Exospine: +0.04s
Reflex-Type Exospine Mk. 2 (NG+): +0.06s

Player Experience:

As a combat-focused enhancement, this mod strikes an excellent balance between accessibility and challenge. The timing improvements feel natural and responsive, making perfect parries and dodges more achievable without completely removing the skill requirement.

The reduced guard cooldown particularly shines in fast-paced encounters, allowing for more fluid defensive sequences. Players report feeling more confident in attempting reactive defensive play rather than relying solely on predictive timing.

This mod is especially valuable for players transitioning from other combat systems or those who want to experiment with different Exospine types beyond the Reflex-Type variants.

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