First Strike

First Strike is a situation in which one group or character has prepared for an encounter using an element of their Action Economy in such a way that grants them an initial attack, regardless of Initiative thereafter. This is typically done by preparing for any enemies to make an appearance. First Strike can be granted through a passive readiness for any enemy that allows a set of actions that can still be countered; Surprise is knowing of the presence of specific enemies and actively being prepared to make full use of all elements so that a full round of actions which cannot be countered actively is granted before Initiative is determined.

All weapons and effects must be properly prepared; Only a single prepared projectile can be used.