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Typically used with: '''Persuasion'''. | Typically used with: '''Persuasion'''. | ||
| − | Taunt is similar to Intimidate in certain regards. Instead of an imposing demeanor, a character with ranks in Taunt uses a | + | 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 of his or her attack, defense, ability, and skill rolls during the encounter. Performing such an action takes 4 [[AP]]. Each time you or your allies successfully Taunt an opponent, the penalty in increased 2 (for example, if you Taunt an opponent twice, it takes −4 to its rolls). An opponent can have a maximum penalty of −8 in this manner. | You can use Taunt during combat to incite rage from a single opponent, imposing −2 penalties on all of his or her attack, defense, ability, and skill rolls during the encounter. Performing such an action takes 4 [[AP]]. Each time you or your allies successfully Taunt an opponent, the penalty in increased 2 (for example, if you Taunt an opponent twice, it takes −4 to its rolls). An opponent can have a maximum penalty of −8 in this manner. | ||
Revision as of 16:29, 9 April 2010
Typically used with: Persuasion.
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 of his or her attack, defense, ability, and skill rolls during the encounter. Performing such an action takes 4 AP. Each time you or your allies successfully Taunt an opponent, the penalty in increased 2 (for example, if you Taunt an opponent twice, it takes −4 to its rolls). An opponent can have a maximum penalty of −8 in this manner.
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Difficulty
Taunt is an opposed roll, so there are no set difficulties.
Opposed Rolls
Taunt is always opposed by a target's Discern using Self-Control as the key ability instead of Insight.
Time
Taunting opponents in combat takes 4 AP.
Retry
Failed Taunt checks can be retried at a cumulative −5 penalty each time.
