Skill System Overview

The skill system in the game is designed to provide depth and flexibility, allowing Meghan to grow and adapt to the challenges she faces. Each skill has a primary attribute and, in some cases, a secondary attribute that influences its effectiveness. Skills progress from Level 1 to 100, and their development is tied to successful execution and dedicated practice.

Strength (Physical Attack)

1. Melee Combat: Proficiency in hand-to-hand combat or melee weapon use (secondary: Agility).
2. Throwing: Accuracy and force for thrown objects or weapons (secondary: Accuracy).
3. Breaking/Forcing: Ability to break locks, barriers, or objects (secondary: Wisdom).
4. Weapon Mastery (Strength): Specialized proficiency with strength-based melee weapons like hammers (secondary: Dexterity).
5. Exploration: The ability to move through difficult terrain or obstacles using strength-based solutions (secondary: Endurance).

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Fortitude (Physical Defense)

1. Pain Tolerance: Resistance to penalties from sustained injuries (secondary: Vitality).
2. Shield Use: Defensive techniques using shields (secondary: Strength).
3. Resistance Training: Increased ability to resist physical effects like knockback or stuns (secondary: Wisdom).
4. Environmental Conditioning: Adaptation to extreme environmental conditions (secondary: Endurance).
5. Defensive Stance: A posture that reduces incoming damage but limits mobility (secondary: Agility).

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Power (Magical Attack)

1. Elemental Mastery: Proficiency with elemental attacks, such as ice or fire (secondary: Wisdom).
2. Spell Amplification: Increased effectiveness of spells (secondary: Intelligence).
3. Area Control: Mastery of area-of-effect magical skills (secondary: Accuracy).
4. Wand Use: Proficiency in using a wand to channel elemental blasts (secondary: Dexterity).
5. Channeling: Focused ability to direct energy from crystals or external sources (secondary: Charisma).

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Defense (Magical Defense)

1. Barrier Crafting: Creation of magical barriers for defense (secondary: Power).
2. Spell Deflection: Deflecting or redirecting spells (secondary: Agility).
3. Ward Creation: Crafting wards to reduce environmental magical effects (secondary: Wisdom).
4. Energy Absorption: Partial conversion of enemy spells into usable mana (secondary: Vitality).
5. Mana Stability: Reduced penalties or disruptions from external mana influences (secondary: Intelligence).

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Intelligence (Mental Attack)

1. Hacking: Ability to bypass electronic systems (secondary: Wisdom).
2. Research: Efficiency in gathering or synthesizing information (secondary: Wisdom).
3. Engineering: Crafting, repairing, or modifying complex devices (secondary: Dexterity).
4. Planning: Detailed strategic thinking and scenario preparation (secondary: Charisma).
5. Problem Solving: Quick mental acuity for puzzles or decision-making (secondary: Wisdom).
6. Studying: A high Studying skill reduces the number of repetitions or the time required to master a subject or pass an exam.

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Wisdom (Mental Defense)

1. Intuition: Foreseeing likely outcomes and avoiding traps (secondary: Intelligence).
2. Perception: Heightened environmental awareness (secondary: Agility).
3. Situational Awareness: Awareness of risks and surroundings in high-stakes situations (secondary: Intelligence).
4. Conflict Resolution: Resolving disputes calmly and effectively (secondary: Charisma).
5. Adaptability: Rapid adjustment to changing circumstances (secondary: Intelligence).
6. Knowledge Recall: This skill represents the rate a person can recall learned information

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Accuracy (Chance to Hit)

1. Ranged Weaponry: Proficiency with bows, guns, or wands (secondary: Strength).
2. Throwing Precision: Accuracy for thrown weapons or objects (secondary: Agility).
3. Target Analysis: Identifying weak points for greater accuracy (secondary: Intelligence).
4. Steady Aim: Reducing penalties while moving or under pressure (secondary: Endurance).
5. Dual Wielding: Precision when using two ranged weapons (secondary: Dexterity).

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Agility/Dexterity (Dodge)

1. Evasion: Avoiding physical or magical attacks (secondary: Perception).
2. Parkour: Navigation through urban or natural environments (secondary: Endurance).
3. Swift Service: Quick and efficient movements during tasks (secondary: Charisma).
4. Trap Avoidance: Identifying and avoiding traps or hazards (secondary: Wisdom).
5. Stealth: Ability to remain undetected while moving (secondary: Wisdom).

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Other Added Skills (Cross-Attribute)

1. Negotiation (Charisma + Wisdom): Ability to gain favorable outcomes in interactions.
2. Small Talk (Charisma + Perception): Building rapport in casual conversations.
3. Running (Endurance): Efficient sprinting and stamina management during high-intensity situations.
4. Driving (Dexterity + Intelligence): Proficiency in controlling vehicles at high speeds or in difficult conditions.
5. Repair (Intelligence + Dexterity): Fixing or maintaining equipment and vehicles effectively.

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Notes on Skill Use

• Primary Stat Scaling: Each skill's effectiveness is primarily tied to its associated attribute.
• Secondary Stat Scaling: Secondary attributes influence the skill's effectiveness by 50% of the primary.
• Training: Skills are trained through successful executions, with a formula of 20 + 5 * Current Level successes needed to progress. Failed executions contribute at 1/10th the rate.