Actions & Attributes
Actions
There are 12 Actions in the game with a rating of 0 to 4.These describe how good a PC is at a given action, but the player describes how or why they are good at it.
Attune open your mind to the ghost field or other arcane power
You might communicate with a ghost or understand aspects of spectrology. You could try to perceive beyond sight in order to better understand your situation (but Look-See might be better).
Boss compel swift obedience
You might intimidate or threaten to get what you want. You might lead a gang in a group action. You could try to order people around to persuade them (but Schmooze might be better).
Finesse employ dexterous manipulative or subtle misdirection
You might pick someone’s pocket. You might handle the controls of a vehicle or direct a mount. You might formally duel an opponent with graceful fighting arts. You could try to employ those arts in a chaotic melee (but Skirmishing might be better). You could try to pick a lock (but Tinkering might be better).
Hunt carefully track a target
You might follow a target or discover their location. You might arrange an ambush. You might attack with precision shooting from a distance. You could try to bring your guns to bear in a melee (but Scrap might be better).
Juice influence with guile, charm or argument
You might lie convincingly. You might persuade someone to do what you want. You might argue a compelling case that leaves no clear rebuttal. You could try to trick people into affection or obedience (but Schmooze or Boss might be better).
Look-See observe the situation and anticipate outcomes
You might spot telltale signs of trouble before it happens. You might uncover opportunities or weaknesses. You might detect a person’s motivations or intentions. You could try to spot a good ambush point (but Hunt might be better).
Prowl traverse skillfully and quietly
You might sneak past a guard or hide in the shadows. You might run and leap across the rooftops. You might attack someone from hiding with a backstab or blackjack. You could try to waylay a victim in the midst of battle (but Scrap might be better).
You might communicate with a ghost or understand aspects of spectrology. You could try to perceive beyond sight in order to better understand your situation (but Look-See might be better).
Boss compel swift obedience
You might intimidate or threaten to get what you want. You might lead a gang in a group action. You could try to order people around to persuade them (but Schmooze might be better).
Finesse employ dexterous manipulative or subtle misdirection
You might pick someone’s pocket. You might handle the controls of a vehicle or direct a mount. You might formally duel an opponent with graceful fighting arts. You could try to employ those arts in a chaotic melee (but Skirmishing might be better). You could try to pick a lock (but Tinkering might be better).
Hunt carefully track a target
You might follow a target or discover their location. You might arrange an ambush. You might attack with precision shooting from a distance. You could try to bring your guns to bear in a melee (but Scrap might be better).
Juice influence with guile, charm or argument
You might lie convincingly. You might persuade someone to do what you want. You might argue a compelling case that leaves no clear rebuttal. You could try to trick people into affection or obedience (but Schmooze or Boss might be better).
Look-See observe the situation and anticipate outcomes
You might spot telltale signs of trouble before it happens. You might uncover opportunities or weaknesses. You might detect a person’s motivations or intentions. You could try to spot a good ambush point (but Hunt might be better).
Prowl traverse skillfully and quietly
You might sneak past a guard or hide in the shadows. You might run and leap across the rooftops. You might attack someone from hiding with a backstab or blackjack. You could try to waylay a victim in the midst of battle (but Scrap might be better).
Schmooze socialize with friends and contacts
You might gain access to resources, information, people, or places. You might make a good impression or win someone over with your charm and style. You might make new friends or connect with your heritage or background. You could try to manipulate your friends with social pressure (but Juice might be better).
Scrap entangle a target in close combat so they can't easily escape
You might brawl or wrestle with them. You might hack and slash. You might seize or hold a position in battle. You could try to fight in a formal duel (but Finesse might be better).
Study scrutinize details and interpret evidence
You might gather information from documents, newspapers, and books. You might do research on an esoteric topic. You might closely analyze a person to detect lies or true feelings. You could try to examine events to understand a pressing situation (but Look-See might be better).
Tinker fiddle with devices and mechanisms
You might create a new gadget or alter an existing item. You might pick a lock or crack a safe. You might disable an alarm or trap. You might turn the clockwork and electroplasmic devices around the city to your advantage. You could try to use your technical expertise to control a vehicle (but Finesse might be better).
Wreck unleash savage force
You might smash down a door or wall with a sledgehammer, or use an explosive to do the same. You might employ chaos or sabotage to create a distraction or overcome an obstacle. You could try to overwhelm an enemy with sheer force in battle (but Scrap might be better).
You might gain access to resources, information, people, or places. You might make a good impression or win someone over with your charm and style. You might make new friends or connect with your heritage or background. You could try to manipulate your friends with social pressure (but Juice might be better).
Scrap entangle a target in close combat so they can't easily escape
You might brawl or wrestle with them. You might hack and slash. You might seize or hold a position in battle. You could try to fight in a formal duel (but Finesse might be better).
Study scrutinize details and interpret evidence
You might gather information from documents, newspapers, and books. You might do research on an esoteric topic. You might closely analyze a person to detect lies or true feelings. You could try to examine events to understand a pressing situation (but Look-See might be better).
Tinker fiddle with devices and mechanisms
You might create a new gadget or alter an existing item. You might pick a lock or crack a safe. You might disable an alarm or trap. You might turn the clockwork and electroplasmic devices around the city to your advantage. You could try to use your technical expertise to control a vehicle (but Finesse might be better).
Wreck unleash savage force
You might smash down a door or wall with a sledgehammer, or use an explosive to do the same. You might employ chaos or sabotage to create a distraction or overcome an obstacle. You could try to overwhelm an enemy with sheer force in battle (but Scrap might be better).
Attribute Ratings
Action Ratings are grouped into 3 Attribute Groups:
In the example to the right, this PC has the following Attribute Ratings:
- Insight
- Prowess
- Resolve
In the example to the right, this PC has the following Attribute Ratings:
- Insight - 0
- Prowess - 2
- Resolve - 1
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