Maybe I'm missing something or can't use an index, but I can't find anywhere in Starfinder where it talks about fighting with two weapons, yet nearly every picture in the Corebook shows some guy wielding or attacking with two weapons (in a few cases four weapons). I've done CTRL+F, I've browsed the index... maybe I'm looking to hard and that's why I'm not finding it.
Where are the rules that govern that sort of attack? I remember reading somewhere that it was a -6 to the attack roll, I think? If so when a Soldier takes their two attacks, do they get a third with their off hand, and what's the penalty?
At any rate, can someone field this one for me? What's the rule or process for two weapon fighting and where can I find it in the Corebook?
Thanks in advance.
There are no penalties for fighting with two weapons in starfinder. However you still only make 2 attacks as a full action unless you have a class feature that modifies this. There are a few advantages to two weapon fighting however. You can switch weapons without having to drop or stow or draw another weapon. If you are fighting with two or more weapons you can choose which one to use for each attack you make. Another advantage is that you can use the multi-weapon fighting feat hwalsh pointed out for a reduced penalty when you full attack.
Also, unless I overlooked something, you can dual wield, for example, a pistol amd a melee weapon so you can still make attacks of opportunity even if you generally favor ranged combat. I've had a few mooks use this tactic in the game I'm running.
Excellent, thank you everybody!
