Damage Link

Type: effect-mechanic
Status: approved
Source system: Ninefold; D&D 2024 SRD 5.2.1
Source rules: Damage Link · Warding Bond
Domain: Defense
Applied by: item, program, embodiment
Resolution: Resolve the original hit, defenses, and resistances first, then copy, split, redirect, or convert the resulting damage exactly once according to the link; do not reapply resistance unless the new packet is separately defended.
Scope/effect: Shares or redirects resolved damage between linked actors without creating a fresh attack.
Parameters: source actor, linked actor, copy, split, redirect, or convert mode, fraction or amount, range, break conditions
Used by skills: None yet