Generic rules discussion thread, not a question thread

[The Barrelman]

David has it, but perhaps some more info behind the Aim High rule will help. As it is, chain shot is very short range. The Aim High rule allows you to still target the rigging and sails, at a greater distance but less effective if using chain shot up close. Make more sense now?

I read this as "The Aim High rule allows you to target the rigging and sails at a greater distance. But, it is less effective then using chain shot up close." Correct?

Sorry for this. The comma seems misplaced. Kinda like the difference between...

Stop clubbing baby seals. (and)
Stop clubbing, baby seals.