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BACKSTAB 'DUAL BACKSTAB' (479)

Syntax: backstab <victim>

Backstab is the favored attack of thieves, murderers, and other rogues.  
The damage inflicted by a backstab is determined by the attacker's level, his
weapon skill, his backstab skill, and the power of his opponent.  It requires
the use of a piercing dagger.  Only thieves and raiders may learn to backstab.  
Creatures much larger than the thief cannot be backstabbed.

High level thieves may also practice the "dual backstab" skill. If the
first backstab succeeds, a second backstab is automatically attempted.