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I like question-based moves, but sometimes need the dice-rolling hoopla!

So, I’m throwing around ideas for a new hack and I’m trying a thing out for some (all?) of the moves.

Has this been done before?

Any thoughts?

When you make a quick attack, first ask the MC: have I got my opponent off-guard and can I take advantage of it? If so and you do, do 1-damage ap. If not, roll+fast. On a strong hit, do 1-damage ap. On a hit, instead choose one:

– you feint; your opponent’s guard is dropped momentarily or they’re thrown off-balance (you choose which, they say how)

– you score a grazing blow; you do 1-damage

– you don’t hit, but take advantage of your flurry to seize an advantageous position (ask the MC what’s available)

When you make a bold attack, first ask the MC: can I easily overpower my opponent and how so? If so and you do, do harm appropriate to your weapon. If not, roll+strong. On a strong hit, do harm appropriate to your weapon and choose one. On a hit, choose one:

– you push back your opponent

– you break something of the opponent’s (armor, weapon, or other gear)

– your show of force makes the opponent uneasy (+1-forward against them)

When you assume a defensive stance, first ask the MC: do the circumstances of the arena and my position lend themselves to defense, and how can I take advantage? If so and you do, take +1-armor as long as those conditions prevail. If not, roll+wise.

When you study your opponent, first ask their player one question of their choice, which they may answer truthfully. If they do not, roll+cunning.

Author: Alexander Davis

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I like question-based moves, but sometimes need the dice-rolling hoopla!

So, I’m working on a bizarre (maybe terrible!) new mechanical core.