Enemies not able to follow you into water

I was standing in the shallow banks of the stream and firing fireballs at an elf. The game wouldn't let him follow me into the water, even though I was just wading -- not swimming.

This can be an exploit, so it seems they should be able to follow you. Also, it would make sense if the fire was doused by the water... and it would make sense as a combat strategy for someone on fire (NPC or PC) to automatically go to some water if its near them, to reduce the fire damage.

 

he does not know how to swim... ^_^

 

I was standing in the water tho more likely he's afraid of the water.

 

Just realized, in addition to dousing flames, water from streams would be good for enhancing lightning attacks, same as in the rain.

 

If your opponent likes to use lighting make sure you both stands in water (he would get hit also for each time he attacks you)