Help on: BACKSTAB <monster/player> [#] The backstab command is usable only by thieves and assassins, and allows them to do 2-3 times more damage than normal with sharp or thrusting weapons. The thief or assassin must be hidden in order for a backstab to work, and if he or she fails, then they are considered vulnerable and will have to wait 3 times the normal amount of time before attacking again. Backstab can only be used to initiate combat, not once the monster is already attacking you.