Description
Intimidation is the art of using fear to convince others to do what you want
- A character can use this Skill for threats, interrogation, subtle implications, or even a direct show of force
- It can convince characters to back down from a confrontation, reveal information they don’t want to share, or get them to cooperate against their better judgement
- It can’t change their minds, but it can certainly change their behavior
Examples
Sample Actions
- Show of force (Strength + Intimidation)
- Stare down (Presence + Intimidation)
- Subtle threat (Manipulation + Intimidation)
Sample Specialties
- Direct Threats
- Interrogation
- Murderous Stare
- Torture
- Veiled Threats
Sample Contacts
- Barroom Tough Guy
- High-powered Executive
- Police Interrogator
Levels
Examples and descriptions of someone at each level
Novice (1 dot)
- This character always wins a staring contest, and the right words from him can rattle someone and make them do something stupid
Professional (2 dot)
- At this rank, the character knows exactly when to bluster and when to shut up and let the silence work for her
- People back off when she is angry, and she can scare most people into doing what she wants
Experienced (3 dot)
- The character ends more fights with a look than with actual violence
Expert (4 dot)
- The toughest criminals crack after ten minutes in interrogation with him
- He can clear a room with a look
Master (5 dot)
- A word and a glance can make drill sergeants or mob hitmen run from her