Difference between revisions of "Taunt"
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In short: causing incompetence through teasing. Taunt is similar to Intimidate in certain regards. Instead of an imposing demeanor, a character with ranks in Taunt uses a litany of verbal jeers and jabs to upset opponents. While intimidation instills fear, taunting entices anger, which quickly leads to slip-ups. | In short: causing incompetence through teasing. Taunt is similar to Intimidate in certain regards. Instead of an imposing demeanor, a character with ranks in Taunt uses a litany of verbal jeers and jabs to upset opponents. While intimidation instills fear, taunting entices anger, which quickly leads to slip-ups. | ||
| − | You can use Taunt during combat to incite rage from a single opponent, imposing −2 penalties on all rolls during the encounter. Performing such an action takes 4 [[AP]]. An opponent can only be taunted in this manner once per encounter. | + | You can use Taunt during combat to incite rage from a single opponent, imposing −2 penalties on all rolls during the encounter. Performing such an action takes 4 [[AP]]. An opponent can only be taunted in this manner once per encounter. Taunt and [[Intimidate]] are incompatible: you're either scaring a person, or you're provoking them, so the penalties do not stack. |
| − | Whenever you successfully Taunt an opponent in combat you have the option to draw the attention of the opponent. This means that if a target is acting violently, it will turn its attacks towards the taunting character. This is extremely useful when a comrade is surrounded by too many foes, or to distract an opponent so someone can get the drop on them. | + | Whenever you successfully Taunt an opponent in combat you have the option to draw the attention of the opponent instead of imposing a penalty. This means that if a target is acting violently, it will turn its attacks towards the taunting character. This is extremely useful when a comrade is surrounded by too many foes, or to distract an opponent so someone can get the drop on them. |
{{section|Difficulty|Taunt is an opposed roll, so there are no set difficulties.}} | {{section|Difficulty|Taunt is an opposed roll, so there are no set difficulties.}} | ||
| − | {{section|Opposed Rolls|Taunt is always opposed by a target's [[Virtue]].}} | + | {{section|Opposed Rolls|Taunt is always opposed by a target's [[Virtue]]. If a target critically fails the Virtue check, they're considered wide-eyed to everyone except the taunter for one round of combat.}} |
{{section|Time|Taunting opponents in combat takes 4 [[AP]].}} | {{section|Time|Taunting opponents in combat takes 4 [[AP]].}} | ||
{{section|Retry|Failed Taunt checks can be retried at a cumulative −2 penalty each time.}} | {{section|Retry|Failed Taunt checks can be retried at a cumulative −2 penalty each time.}} | ||
[[Category:Skills]] | [[Category:Skills]] | ||
Revision as of 13:29, 20 June 2017
Typically used with: Persuasion.
In short: causing incompetence through teasing. Taunt is similar to Intimidate in certain regards. Instead of an imposing demeanor, a character with ranks in Taunt uses a litany of verbal jeers and jabs to upset opponents. While intimidation instills fear, taunting entices anger, which quickly leads to slip-ups.
You can use Taunt during combat to incite rage from a single opponent, imposing −2 penalties on all rolls during the encounter. Performing such an action takes 4 AP. An opponent can only be taunted in this manner once per encounter. Taunt and Intimidate are incompatible: you're either scaring a person, or you're provoking them, so the penalties do not stack.
Whenever you successfully Taunt an opponent in combat you have the option to draw the attention of the opponent instead of imposing a penalty. This means that if a target is acting violently, it will turn its attacks towards the taunting character. This is extremely useful when a comrade is surrounded by too many foes, or to distract an opponent so someone can get the drop on them.
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[hide]Difficulty
Taunt is an opposed roll, so there are no set difficulties.
Opposed Rolls
Taunt is always opposed by a target's Virtue. If a target critically fails the Virtue check, they're considered wide-eyed to everyone except the taunter for one round of combat.
Time
Taunting opponents in combat takes 4 AP.
Retry
Failed Taunt checks can be retried at a cumulative −2 penalty each time.
