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# Combat Action Object

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## Combat Action Object

Combat Actions are actions that an AI can make while in combat, given the conditions for the actions are met. There are 5 included Combat Actions, these include; Blocking, Dodging, Strafing, Switching Targets, and Random Combat Movement. Combat Actions are created through the EmeraldAction class and allows users to create their own custom Combat Actions, if desired.

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**Important:** [Root Motion Animations](https://docs.unity3d.com/Manual/RootMotion.html) are required for the Strafe and Dodge Combat Actions.
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**Note:** Models, animations, and particle effects are not included.
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Here are the available tutorials and guides for the Combat Action object.
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