This represents the defensive fighting capabilities of your character.  Your 
base chance of avoiding an opponent's attack is 50%, however you gain +1% per 
point of DEFENCE [{got.body}=={true}](so +{defence} in the case of {name})| - 
and -1% per point of ATTACK your opponent has.  Your chances to avoid being hit 
are also adjusted according to the type of attack your opponent is performing, 
the position you are in and any defences you might currently have in place.