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The Abilities page is a useful resource page that standardizes all abilities, counters and mechanics, for ease of reference. Terms from this page are frequently used for pieces of Lore that grant Abilities. Keep in mind that the information on this page is only a base-level categorization and structure. This means that while we have set forward some basic rules that most if not all Abilities obey by, in some cases, minor differences may occur. As such, please be sure to always read the Lore page thoroughly and not just go off the information on this page. It purely explains the mechanical underpinning of the terminology, not the actual usage and rules of the Abilities, which may still differ on the Lore page.
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This page involves the [[Abilities]] and [[Proficiency]] system, which is a core part of how Combat Roleplay and "Competitive" Roleplay works on Massivecraft. To see an explanation of general Rules, Terminology, and Mechanics used on this page, read the [[Abilities]] page. To see a broader explanation of the Abilities and Rules used on this page, read the [[Proficiency]] Page. To see an indexed list of all Abilities, read the [[Ability List]] Page.
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The Ability Manual is a resource page to explain common terms, functions, and base-line rules for Ability usage. If you play D&D, this should be as familiar as a Players Handbook. An indexed list of all Abilities can be found on the [[Ability List]] Page.  


==Ability Categories==
==Combat Roleplay==
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Combat Roleplay on MassiveCraft is done in two ways: System Combat, and Loose Combat. System Combat is to rules-bound interactions that make Combat Roleplay organized and reduces the risk of Power-Gaming. Everyone wants to win in Combat Roleplay, so System Combat helps assuage OOC frustration by giving everyone a fair chance. Loose Combat without Systemized Abilities and rules can be used to make Characters look cool, especially when both sides do not care about who wins, and is recommended for non-competitive settings. Loose Combat is sometimes also preferred during some Events or Private Roleplay, when the focus is more on the experience rather than the outcome. During System Combat, characters have Turns where they can use [[Proficiency]] based Ability or Attack Emote that do Damage, and everyone has a Health Pool that causes them to lose if they hit 0. Abilities are divided into Powers (always Magical) and Techniques (never Magical). MassiveCraft has a Plugin that allows Abilities to be Linked in Chat, by using (a:Ability Name) in your emote (with parenthesis). For more on System Combat, refer to the [[Proficiency#Optional_Combat_Roleplay_Rules|Proficiency]] Page.  
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==Combat Terms==
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Combat Terms are Terms that are frequently used in Combat Roleplay (CRP). You will refer back to these terms often so they should be memorized. They are also crucial to know in understanding Ability Descriptions.  
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* '''Target:''' A Target is always another Character/Person in a Roleplay Scene. If you can see at least half the Minecraft Character in-Game, you are able to Target the person in question.  
! style="text-align: center; font-weight:bold; background-color:#c0c0c0;" | Detectable?
* '''Cover:''' Cover means your Character is protected from being Targeted, without necessarily being behind physical obstacles. Cover can only ever come from certain Abilities / is Temporary.
! style="text-align: center; font-weight:bold; background-color:#c0c0c0;" | State
* '''Action:''' Something your Character does that takes up their whole Emote (use an Ability, Attack, etc), that prevents you from using other Actions in the same Emote.
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* '''Reaction:''' Something your Character can do as an immediate reply to someone else's Emote, without needing to wait, but only sometimes taking up an Action. If an Action is taken, delay your next Action Emote.
| style="background-color:#eae2cf;" | Constant Passive
* '''Movement Abilities:''' Movement Abilities are specific kinds of Abilities: Movement Powers and Movement Techniques. Abilities that move you, but are not one of these two types, do not count.
| An Ability that is permanently active and cannot be turned off, or permanently imparts some effect or ability on the user.
* '''Move:''' A Move is when you Walk/Run in a particular direction during a Turn. This never consumes the whole Turn, you can Move a max of 10 Blocks (Diagonal also), but, it cannot be used in the same Turn as a Movement Ability.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
* '''Splitting Move:''' When a Character Moves, they can optionally spend some of the movement, take their full Action, and then spend the rest of their movement. (ex. move 3, action, then 7) This does not work with Movement Ability.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
* '''Move Reaction:''' You cannot move through a Person. While using Move to go around a person, if you go within 2 Blocks of a Person, they get an Attack Emote (never an Ability) on you out of Turn. This Attack Emote is known as an "Opportunity Attack."
| style="text-align: center;" | Permanent
* '''Attack Emote:''' Attack Emote means using a Turn to perform a Weapon/Magic Attack on a Target. When using an Attack Emote, you cannot also use Abilities in the same Turn unless specified.
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* '''Attack Stat:''' Attack Stat is a Number based on Proficiency used for Attack Emotes on Targets. This is determined by the Abilities and Combat Style the Player is using.
| style="background-color:#eae2cf;" | Toggle Passive
* '''Defense Stat:''' Defense Stat is a Number based on Proficiency used for Defending against Attacks. This is determined by the Abilities and Combat Style the Player is using.
| An Ability that can be toggled on and off at will, but is otherwise permanently active when on.
* '''Block Token:''' A Block Token is a Resource that, if you take 2HP or more Damage from Enemy Abilities or Attacks, automatically triggers to reduce the Damage by 2HP, and then destroy the Block Token.  
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
* '''Block Rules:''' Block Tokens can Stack, never more than 3 per Person, don't prevent Effects (like Displaced/Status Effects), and must be tracked in Nicknames (/nick use Harry 10 HP 3 BT)
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
* '''Armored:''' Whether by wearing an Armor Minecraft Skin, or using a Summon Armor Ability, this automatically grants 1 Block Token, which is automatically refreshed when Combat Ends.  
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
* '''Stagger:''' If you are Staggered, the Ability or Attack Emote you tried to do is interrupted, and has no effect or Damage. This never puts Abilities on Cooldown when used to interrupt.  
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* '''Dispel:''' Dispel can only be used on Powers. If you are Dispelled, it means your Power (Ability) was interrupted, and no effects or Damage applies. Dispel puts Abilities on Half Cooldown.
| style="background-color:#eae2cf;" | Trigger Passive
* '''Displaced:''' If you are Displaced, it means your Character is forcibly being moved from where they are, to somewhere else, and cannot use Move during the Turn immediately after.
| An Ability that only activates when certain conditions are met, but will remain active while the conditions are still applicable.
* '''Stance Ability:''' A Stance Ability is a kind of Battle-Mode which grants specific Effects or gives access to new Abilities, they are indefinite and cannot be Dispelled/Staggered.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
* '''Stance Rules:''' Only one Stance can be active at any time. Entering a Stance does not consume a whole Turn, but changing from one Stance into another does consume a whole Turn.  
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
* '''Link Break:''' Link Break is an effect that breaks all links applied to or applied by the specified Target. Link Breaks are always effects of Abilities, never Abilities themselves.
| style="text-align: center;" | Triggered
* '''Ability Stacking:''' If an Ability says it "Does Not Stack" this means that the Ability cannot be used multiple times on the same person at the same time, even by different people.
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* '''Line of Sight:''' Line of Sight, or LOS, is relevant for Ranged Attacks. Characters cannot make a Ranged Attack on someone they cannot see, or someone who they can only see a small portion of.
| style="background-color:#e1d1d6;" | Control Power
* '''Max HP Reduction:''' If an Ability would reduce a Character's maximum HP, their Current HP would also be reduced by the same amount.
| An Ability that forces some manner of control over the actions or intentions or thoughts of its target.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#c3e6c3;" | Region Enchant
| An Ability modifier that puts an effect on a Region in-game, such as Rental Houses, Clandestine Bases, etc. The same Region Enchant Ability can only affect the same region once at any given time.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#ddecee;" | Primal Power
| An Ability rooted in Primal Essence, meaning it is native to Aloria.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#ddecee;" | Ordial Power
| An Ability rooted in Ordial Essence, meaning it is native to Aloria's mirror dimension.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#d1d1d1;" | Mundane Technique
| Techniques are not abilities for the classification of occult or otherwise. Mundane Techniques are not countered by anything that mentions it counters an Ability, and are treated as regular attacks.
| style="text-align: center;" | No
| style="text-align: center;" | No
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Summon Power
| An Ability that summons or creates something out of nothing, such as weapons or armor.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Buff Power
| An Ability that enhances the user or target with some benefit.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Instant Power
| An Ability that immediately imparts some effect.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Memory Power
| An Ability that alters, removes, or interacts with a person's memories.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Skill Power
| An Ability that confers bonus Proficiencies, or alters, enhances, or reduces current Proficiencies.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usabe
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Detection Power
| An Ability that detects the presence or activation of other Abilities, Afflictions, or abnormalities.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Escape Power
| An Ability that allows the user to escape from a situation or specific circumstance.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Healing Power
| An Ability that heals the user, or others.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Dimension Power
| An Ability that creates, or alters, a pocket Dimension for the user to access and enter/exit.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Morph Power
| An Ability that temporarily or permanently alters a certain part (or all) of the User's body, granting them extra capabilities with it.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Vehicle Power
| An Ability that only activates when the user is inside of something.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Triggered
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Movement Power
| An Ability that alters the user's movement in some way, or acts as a specific form of movement itself.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Info Power
| An Ability that communicates information over long, or short, distances.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Counter Power
| An Ability that explicitly counters another Ability or effect. Counter Powers cannot be used on Counter Powers.
| style="text-align: center;" | No
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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| style="background-color:#efefef;" | Link Power
| An Ability that connects the target to the user via a 'Link,' imparting some effect on the both of them, or one of them. They can only be broken by Anti Link Abilities, the user willingly ending them (or getting knocked out), or the target leaving Emote Distance.
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Yes
| style="text-align: center;" | Usable
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==General Ability Rules==
==Combat Rules==
This comprises a set of general rules that may not be included on specific pages. It is safe to assume that unless the page specifically and explicitly contradicts the following, these rules always apply, even when unwritten.
Combat Rules are loose Rules that did not fit in any other section, but dictate some niche situations or circumstances that don't happen often, yet were necessary enough to be recorded on this page. This is still recommended reading.
*'''Ability Modifiers''' are alterations to how an Ability functions or looks. They are not optional, and always apply based on the source of that Ability.
* '''Combat Styles:''' When entering combat and drawing weapons or activating magic, doing so does not consume a Turn. However, Changing Combat Styles (and weapons) does consume a whole Turn.
*If an Ability or Special offers a +1 to a specific Proficiency Stat, this never confers an additional Point-Buy Pack, and is only a flat Stat Boost. This Stat Boost is relevant for other Abilities that might require a stat threshold, or in the case of fair-use Stat comparison between players.
* '''Duplicate Abilities:''' Having/Point Buying Abilities with the same name, even from different Packs, does not grant a less Cooldown, or extra uses. It is inefficient Character Creation.
*If an Ability or Special '''Grants Bonus HP''' in any form, such as HP counters, or HP pools, these effects cannot stack. A character can only benefit from one single "Bonus HP" effect at any given time, with the first one applied remaining until it is entirely used up.
* '''Unwalkable Blocks:''' In any and all circumstances a Character cannot stand the following Blocks: Wool Blocks, Leaf Blocks, Barrier Blocks, Candles, Roots, Chains, Lanterns, Grindstones.
*If an Ability or Special mentions that it "only works in Progressions," it means that it cannot be used on-server in RP, and can only be used in forum progressions, which are explained [https://forums.massivecraft.com/forums/roleplay-system-manuals.348/ here]. If an Ability or Special mentions that it "only works in Regalia," it means that it cannot be used in forum progressions, and can only be used on-server in RP.
* '''Unwalkable Places:''' You can Roleplay anywhere (including roofs) your Minecraft Model can reach either by walking or with the Jump 1 Trait, and without moving on Unwalkable Blocks.  
*If an Ability or Special offers a boost to something, and that "something" being boosted has a maximum cap (ex, +1 to the Charisma Stat, which is capped at 7), this boost never exceeds the "cap," unless it specifically mentions it can exceed it.
* '''Falling Damage:''' Abilities can Displace Characters off of Ledges. If falling more than 6 Blocks, take 2 HP Damage, unless an Ability reduces or prevents it.
*Custom Kit Documents may conflict with this page regarding the rules of Spells and Abilities. If such a situation occurs, the Document will always take precedence, because of the difficulty of properly categorizing custom Spells and Abilities.
* '''Identity Reveal:''' Having or not having Abilities, functioning or not functioning of Abilities, cannot reveal hidden traits like Afflictions or a person's Disguised Identity.
*'''Ability Created Armor''' is when an Ability allows the user to magically summon, wear, or use armor. It functions the same as normal armor, including the idea that it never makes the user invincible, just delays how long it takes to bring them down.
* '''Water Boundary:''' Abilities that Displace can never force you to fall into or out of Water. If a Knock Back would force you to the water's edge, stop at the nearest land Block.  
*Afflictions may lock out the usage of Magic Point Buy due to their internal nature. While each Affliction has its own internal rules, the following rule will almost always apply: If an Affliction says it disables the usage of Magic Point Buy, invested points will be refunded, and Magic Point Buy gained from Racial Abilities or Specials are automatically disabled, unless it matches the Planar alignment of the Affliction.
* '''Prone Movement:''' When a Character has the Status Effect of Prone applied to them, they cannot use Movement Powers, but can use Move during a Turn, however only at max 5 Blocks.
*In any and all cases, we require specific Proficiency mechanisms for a character to be considered appropriately "Disguised." If a character does not have one of these mechanics, it is always possible for others to identify them based on mannerisms, voice, clothes, etc. Disguise mechanics cannot be combined.
* '''Ability Use Conflict:''' If two Abilities are used at the same time, that do the same thing or a similar thing, and conflict with each other, an Ability used on Self goes first.


====Rules for Artifacts====
==Status Effects==
*[[Artifact]] Abilities do not follow the category rules set out on this page. Each Artifact has its own rules and all these rules are clarified on all Artifact pages.  
These Combat Effects stick with a Character between Turns. Some have a time limit, or require additional action. Status Effects of the same type cannot Stack. Additional Rules may be written in the Abilities themselves.
*Your character must always wear your artifact on them, unless there are extenuating circumstances which resulted in your character's artifact being taken from them against their will and disposed of somewhere, after which they enter the rotation for re-distribution. The only exception to this is situations in which your character would be executed for carrying the Artifact (Such as in the Imperial Palace.)
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* [[File:Trappedimg.png|22px]] '''Trapped:''' When Trapped, you cannot move, but can still use Abilities and fight on spot.
* [[File:Silencedimg.png|22px]] '''Silenced:''' When Silenced, you cannot use Powers. Dispel & Passive Powers are unaffected.
* [[File:Weakenedimg.png|22px]] '''Weakened:''' When Weakened, you cannot use Instant Techniques and Mount Techniques.
* [[File:Confusedimg.png|22px]] '''Confused:''' When Confused, you cannot Target the person who Confused you.
* [[File:Blindimg.png|22px]] '''Blinded:''' When Blinded, you cannot Target anyone. You can spend a turn to end the Effect.
* [[File:Markedimg.png|22px]] '''Marked:''' When Marked, you will be automatically hit on next Attack, then the Effect ends.  
* [[File:Bloodyimg.png|22px]] '''Bloody:''' When Bloody, any healing you receive is reduced by 1, to a minimum of 0.
* [[File:Threatenedimg.png|22px]] '''Warned:''' When Warned, you must choose between two negative outcomes, then the Effect ends.
* [[File:Brittleimg.png|22px]] '''Brittle:''' When Brittle, you take +1 Damage on the next Attack, then the Effect ends.
* [[File:Guardedimg.png|22px]] '''Cursed:''' When Cursed, enemy Healers can target you, and Healing does Damage instead.
* [[File:Proneimg.png|22px]] '''Prone:''' When Prone, any Attack Emote you make has its maximum result reduced by 2. Spend a turn to end the Effect.
* [[File:Levitateimg.png|22px]] '''Fleeting:''' When Fleeting, if using a Movement Power, become Prone instead, then the Effect ends.  
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==Aberrancy Types==
==Ability Types==
"Aberrant" or "Aberrancy" is the catch-all term for individuals who have unusual powers and are infected, influenced, or made of some unusual essences. It is safe to assume in all cases, that an "Aberrant" is someone with extra powers (excluding their Racial Abilities) that a normal person would not have. Aberrancy Types are distinguished by the following:
Ability Types are different ways Abilities are called or described that may affect how they interact with other Abilities. This is recommended reading for additional Ability context.  
*'''Void Aberrant''': Any individual who draws on, or is affected by, the plane called the Void. This includes (but is not limited to): Void Mages, Void Silven, Void Sorcerers, Vampires, Crimson Witches, Manathar, etc.
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*'''Exist Aberrant''': Any individual who draws on, or is affected by, the plane called the Exist. This includes (but is not limited to): Exist Mages, Exist Silven, Exist Sorcerers, Cahal, etc.
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*'''Ordial Aberrant''': Any individual who draws on, or is affected by, the plane called Bintaar. This includes (but is not limited to): Ordial Mages, Undead, Morvali, etc.
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*'''Primal Aberrant''': Any individual who draws on, or is affected by, powers from the plane of Aloria (Binral). This includes (but is not limited to): Certain Ezekiel, Certain Cratos, Sihndar, etc.
* '''Instant Technique:''' An Ability with immediate usage and application of Ability Effects in the Turn. Can be Staggered.  
*'''Dragon Aberrant''': Any individual who draws on, or is affected by, powers from the Dragons. They are also Primal Aberrants. This includes (but is not limited to): Primal Mages, Dragon Wardens, Archbloods, etc.
* '''Passive Technique:''' An Ability that applies an effect for every following Turn, and cannot be Staggered unless specified.  
*In some cases there may be additional effects besides what is listed. To be sure, always read the Lore source material instead of going off this table to explain the absolute effects. This is only here to allow different types of Aberrants to be classified with a quick overview on the effects of various substances.
* '''Counter Technique:''' an Ability that can only be used if certain conditions described are met. This cannot be Staggered.
*Some Custom Kits may be classified as Aberrants but not listed on the table due to their niche nature. Please contact Lore Staff for specific clarifications.
* '''Movement Technique:''' An Ability that moves the User or Ally a specified amount of Blocks in a direction. Can be Staggered.
*Some Abilities may reference "Afflictions," this includes: Vampires, Cahal, Manathar, Morvali, Undead, Silven, Archbloods, Primal Lineages, and Dragon Wardens. Details on many of these can be found on the [[Afflictions]] Page. This includes certain Custom Kits, such as: Possessions and Arken Pacts. If you are uncertain about something not listed here, please make a ticket on the RP Community Discord.
* '''Stance Technique:''' An Ability to activate a Stance Ability (described above in Combat Terms). This cannot be Staggered.
* '''Link Technique:''' An Ability that connects two users and confers some benefit to either or both. This cannot be Staggered.
* '''Passive Power:''' An Ability that applies an effect for every following Turn, and cannot be Dispelled unless specified.
* '''Buff Power:''' An Ability that enhances a Target with benefits, like Proficiency/Healing/Block Tokens. Can be Dispelled.  
* '''Instant Power:''' An Ability with immediate usage and application of Ability Effects in the Turn. Can be Dispelled.  
* '''Movement Power:''' An Ability that moves the User or Ally a specified amount of Blocks in a direction. Can be Dispelled.
* '''Dispel Power:''' An Ability that Dispels another Power and prevents its Effects and Damage. This cannot be Dispelled.
* '''Link Power:''' An Power that connects two users and confers some benefit to either or both. This cannot be Dispelled.


==Counter Mechanics & Ability Terms==
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Countering (or deflecting, or nullifying, or purifying) an Ability is a term used for when one Character is able to prevent another Character's Ability from triggering, being used, or imparting an effect. Additionally, some counters have special rules attached to them, and only apply in certain scenarios. Counter Mechanics are usually well defined in the descriptions of the Abilities on the Lore Page, generally speaking each ability (if it has any counters) will have the counters listed. Alternatively, if an Ability's entire function is to counter other Abilities, it will list what types of Abilities are Countered.
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Because of the variation between all types of abilities, it is difficult to (without a large amount of wiki bloat via the same "if countered, does x" on each and every ability) specifically mention how countering works for each type of ability. For some abilities with long cooldown timers, a counter might have a great effect, but might have less effect on an ability with a low cooldown. It is with all of this in mind that the following rule exists for Counter Abilities: In any and all cases when a Counter Mechanic is used, the character whose ability was countered is expected to not immediately try to re-use or re-cast the ability with no detriment, and should give the character who countered the ability a chance to react before using it again.
==Status Identity==
Status Identity is how a Character can be identified by specific in-Lore/OOC Terms. Status Identity does not confer moral correctness of any kind. Characters are always defined by their actions not what they are.
* '''Mundane:''' If you are Mundane, you have no Magic or Powers of any kind, not even God Magic. This is what Purists consider Purity.
* '''Purists:''' Purists are people who consider Magic or Powers evil, unless they are granted by their own specific God(s).
* '''Attuned:''' If you are Attuned, you have Magic or Powers like God Magic,  but never from another Dimension like the Void, Ordial, or Exist. (Archon, Affinities, Faith PB's, excl Prayer).
* '''Magical/Occult:''' If you are Magical, you have Magic or Powers, specifically from another Dimension like the Void and Exist. (Magic, Afflictions).
* '''Disguised:''' Disguised means that a Character cannot be recognized, even if they look similar. This is always only because of Abilities, and cannot be stacked on top of itself.
* '''Hidden:''' Hidden means that any Abilities or Mechanics a Character uses cannot be recognized, and are totally unnoticeable, or "hidden." Event NPCs, especially the Imperial Palace, Arken, and Gods, ignore this status.
* '''Important Note on Hidden Abilities''' Please remember, that while Abilities themselves may be hidden, using them to have other Characters take actions that are out of the ordinary for them, may still result in suspicion.


Explanation of Unique Ability Terms:
==Persuasion Rolls==
*'''Stagger / Staggered:''' A counter mechanic that interrupts all active casting or utilization of other Abilities or Mundane Techniques, as well as ongoing Mundane attacks and/or charges, but does not put any Abilities/Techniques on Cooldown.
This is an optional system to simulate Persuasion Dialogue. Persuasion is mostly used on Event Characters (such as for example Characters mentioned on the [[Profiles]] Page, but also other DM Event Characters), but can also be used on Players. OOC Consent is always required for a Persuasion Roll when used on Players, but if OOC consent is provided, then the player must abide by the result of the Persuasion Dice. Persuasion Rolls should be used in good faith not to make Characters do stupid things or harm themselves, but to simulate Charisma and Persuasion, which are hard to emulate in Roleplay. Persuasion Dices follow several rules:
*'''Displacement / Displaced:''' A mechanic that describes when anyone is forcibly moved from where they are currently standing, or if they are physically displaced against their will, such as knock backs, knock downs, knock overs, pushes, etc.
* By default, Persuasion rolls for every Character are at least 3. This can be increased by up to 7, by adding Wisdom or Intelligence Proficiency.
*'''Rooted/Trapped:''' A mechanic that prevents a character from walking, running, or generally moving, keeping them glued to the spot. This does not interfere with their Ability to fight, or protect themselves, it just stops them from running away.
* When doing a "Persuasion Check", the person attempting to persuade uses dialogue first, then Persuasion Roll, then the Target also does a Persuasion Roll.
*'''Dazed:''' A dazed character can still move and fight normally, they are just incapable of casting and utilizing active Abilities or Mundane Techniques for the duration of the Daze.
* NPC/Event Characters/DM Characters do not do a Persuasion Roll, they have a set number (either declared on the Wiki, or hidden during Events).
*'''Silenced:''' A silenced character can still move, speak, and fight normally, they are just incapable of casting and utilizing active Abilities.
* If the person attempting the Persuasion rolls equal or higher than the defender, they win. Persuasion Rolls can be used an infinite amount of times.
*'''Stun/Stunned:''' A stunned character cannot do anything. They cannot move, cannot fight, and cannot use Abilities or Mundane Techniques. This effect is usually extremely short (seconds) for that reason, and therefore tends to exist as an instant interrupt and chance to defend.
* Succeeding a Persuasion Roll only applies to a single attempt to sway someone of an opinion or action. Persuasion Rolls cannot be used on Gods in Summonings.
*'''Paralyzed:''' A character can only have specific parts of them paralyzed, such as their arms, their legs, etc. If they are paralyzed, they cannot use these limbs to move, attack, or hold things, but can still generally use Abilities & Mundane Techniques (assuming they can still hold the weapon in a use-able arm.)
* By default, Persuasion Cap (meaning the maximum Dice Roll) is always 10. This can however be increased by outside sources and effects listed below here.
*'''Exorcism:''' An Exorcism, or Ability that removes "Possessions" is a prolonged ritual. It requires the target to be either willing, or fully restrained. The user must them proceed with a 10 minute long ritual, which must be completed uninterrupted from start to finish. Exorcisms do not target one specific effect, they will cleanse any and all applicable 'debuffs' or effects on the target (even positive ones).
** [[Adapt Point Buy]] includes a Mind Control Pack which allows users to boost the final Dice result by +2 when used on others, which does not raise the Persuasion Cap.
*'''Barrier:''' This term describes a magically summoned barrier around a person, that acts as a defined shield that protects the user against things. It can also apply to Mundane Techniques that use the term 'Barrier.' This is different than a "shield" Ability, which usually just summons a physical shield for the character to use.
** [[Adapt Point Buy]] includes a Mind Control Pack which adds +2 to every Dice Roll before results only used by Self, which raises the Persuasion Cap by +2.
*'''Mundane Cover:''' This term describes an Ability or Mundane Technique that creates a non-magical cover or protection for the user. This is different than a "shield" effect, or "barrier" effect, as it is non-magical in nature and has its own unique counter requirements.
** [[Hoterie Order]] members are granted a Mechanic which adds +2 to every Dice Roll before results only used by Self, which raises the Persuasion Cap by +2.
** [[Slizzar]] Always Persuasion Roll at the Persuasion Cap of 14 regardless if they have bonuses, and always gain +2 to the final result of each Dice Roll.  
** [[Aelrrigan Order]], [[Viridian Order]], and [[Lothar Order]] Diplomacy Chapters gain +2 to Persuasion rolls, and raise the Persuasion Cap by +2.
** [[Archon#Phantom|Phantom Archon]] gain +2 to the final Dice result when Persuasion Dice Rolling against non-Mundane Characters, though Cap remains unchanged.  
** [[Arkenborn#Pride_Arken|Pride Arkenborn]] can choose to derive Persuasion Dice from Wisdom, or Intelligence, or Magic, instead of just the former two.  
** [[Godborn#Estelley_Godborn|Estelley Godborn]] can choose to derive Persuasion Dice from Wisdom, or Intelligence, or Magic, instead of just the former two.  
** [[Arkenborn#Fury_Arken|Fury Arkenborn]] that defeat someone, gain +5 to the final Dice Result for up to 7 days after having defeated them in Combat.  
** [[Arkenborn#Happiness_Arken|Happiness Arkenborn]] that make someone laugh, gain +2 to the next Persuasion Dice and can also gain Persuasion from Dexterity.
** [[Draconism]] Faithful are allowed to Persuasion Dice against Gods, while gaining +2 to Persuasion rolls + raising the Persuasion Cap by +2 on Gods only.
** [[Fin'ullen]] have a Heritage Trait Mechanic that increases their Dice Rolls on Arken, Arkenborn, and Spirits, by +2, and also their Persuasion Cap by +2.
* Whatever combination to increase the Persuasion Cap, the Persuasion Cap can never go over 14. If additional Persuasion Cap bonuses are stacked, they do nothing.


==Detection Mechanics==
==Disguise Credibility==
Detection Mechanics exist to allow certain Characters to detect when an Ability is being used, or when they are being affected by an Ability, or just detect things in general. These types of Abilities will specifically mention "Detect" or "Detection" in their description. This is not a classification of identification, just because a Character may know they are being affected by some form of Ability, or that some form of Ability is being used, does not mean they know what this Ability does or how it works. Additionally, having frequently seen an Ability being used does not constitute as absolute knowledge of that Ability. This is considered false-positive Meta-gaming. In reality of lore, Abilities are varied and unpredictable. No matter how many times a person has seen a Vampire use a specific Ability, they should always treat it as if they don't exactly know what is going to happen. The fact that Abilities are attached to rules is not reflective of the lore or canon universe, only of "gameplay rules" to ensure fairness between players.
A character with a shapeshifting or magical disguise mechanic is able to replicate the appearance of any Affliction or Affinity. Any attempt to disguise as Knights or Guild Members  would immediately fail however, due to an official registry being kept between each organization. Characters are allowed to be suspicious of a character if they do not act in accordance with the behaviors typical of the group they're disguising as (a character refusing to drink blood whilst disguised as a Vampire, for example). It's possible in some private roleplay scenes for a character to pass off as a Knight or Guild member, but this is only if everyone in the scene grants their OOC consent.  
====Extra Notes====
*If a Character, or Ability has a "Detection Immunity", this Immunity will always override any Detection Mechanisms.


==Ability Timing==
'''The following information is subject to change as more updates are released. We are currently attempting to update all Abilities to follow Strict IC to OOC time, which means when an Ability says "five minutes" or "one hour" it is exactly that time in Real Life, however this does not yet apply to all Abilities, so the below justification should be used unless otherwise stated. It is safe to assume the most Modern Abilities use IC = OOC time.'''


Due to the varied nature of both Abilities and the time of Roleplay, in addition to the difference between players speed of emoting, we do not maintain an official "timing" principle across all Abilities. In the most recent iteration of Abilities (Specials & Abilities), we maintain a strict OOC cooldown timer, however older abilities function under a more malleable principle. For those Abilties,  we believe players should be able to respectfully come to an agreement within the context of the Roleplay Scene as to what a respectable OOC to IC time table should be. In the case that players cannot come to an agreement, Moderators may be called in via a Ticket to manage the situation.
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The Ability and Proficiency System
This page involves the Abilities and Proficiency system, which is a core part of how Combat Roleplay and "Competitive" Roleplay works on Massivecraft. To see an explanation of general Rules, Terminology, and Mechanics used on this page, read the Abilities page. To see a broader explanation of the Abilities and Rules used on this page, read the Proficiency Page. To see an indexed list of all Abilities, read the Ability List Page.

The Ability Manual is a resource page to explain common terms, functions, and base-line rules for Ability usage. If you play D&D, this should be as familiar as a Players Handbook. An indexed list of all Abilities can be found on the Ability List Page.

Combat Roleplay

Combat Roleplay on MassiveCraft is done in two ways: System Combat, and Loose Combat. System Combat is to rules-bound interactions that make Combat Roleplay organized and reduces the risk of Power-Gaming. Everyone wants to win in Combat Roleplay, so System Combat helps assuage OOC frustration by giving everyone a fair chance. Loose Combat without Systemized Abilities and rules can be used to make Characters look cool, especially when both sides do not care about who wins, and is recommended for non-competitive settings. Loose Combat is sometimes also preferred during some Events or Private Roleplay, when the focus is more on the experience rather than the outcome. During System Combat, characters have Turns where they can use Proficiency based Ability or Attack Emote that do Damage, and everyone has a Health Pool that causes them to lose if they hit 0. Abilities are divided into Powers (always Magical) and Techniques (never Magical). MassiveCraft has a Plugin that allows Abilities to be Linked in Chat, by using (a:Ability Name) in your emote (with parenthesis). For more on System Combat, refer to the Proficiency Page.

Combat Terms

Combat Terms are Terms that are frequently used in Combat Roleplay (CRP). You will refer back to these terms often so they should be memorized. They are also crucial to know in understanding Ability Descriptions.

  • Target: A Target is always another Character/Person in a Roleplay Scene. If you can see at least half the Minecraft Character in-Game, you are able to Target the person in question.
  • Cover: Cover means your Character is protected from being Targeted, without necessarily being behind physical obstacles. Cover can only ever come from certain Abilities / is Temporary.
  • Action: Something your Character does that takes up their whole Emote (use an Ability, Attack, etc), that prevents you from using other Actions in the same Emote.
  • Reaction: Something your Character can do as an immediate reply to someone else's Emote, without needing to wait, but only sometimes taking up an Action. If an Action is taken, delay your next Action Emote.
  • Movement Abilities: Movement Abilities are specific kinds of Abilities: Movement Powers and Movement Techniques. Abilities that move you, but are not one of these two types, do not count.
  • Move: A Move is when you Walk/Run in a particular direction during a Turn. This never consumes the whole Turn, you can Move a max of 10 Blocks (Diagonal also), but, it cannot be used in the same Turn as a Movement Ability.
  • Splitting Move: When a Character Moves, they can optionally spend some of the movement, take their full Action, and then spend the rest of their movement. (ex. move 3, action, then 7) This does not work with Movement Ability.
  • Move Reaction: You cannot move through a Person. While using Move to go around a person, if you go within 2 Blocks of a Person, they get an Attack Emote (never an Ability) on you out of Turn. This Attack Emote is known as an "Opportunity Attack."
  • Attack Emote: Attack Emote means using a Turn to perform a Weapon/Magic Attack on a Target. When using an Attack Emote, you cannot also use Abilities in the same Turn unless specified.
  • Attack Stat: Attack Stat is a Number based on Proficiency used for Attack Emotes on Targets. This is determined by the Abilities and Combat Style the Player is using.
  • Defense Stat: Defense Stat is a Number based on Proficiency used for Defending against Attacks. This is determined by the Abilities and Combat Style the Player is using.
  • Block Token: A Block Token is a Resource that, if you take 2HP or more Damage from Enemy Abilities or Attacks, automatically triggers to reduce the Damage by 2HP, and then destroy the Block Token.
  • Block Rules: Block Tokens can Stack, never more than 3 per Person, don't prevent Effects (like Displaced/Status Effects), and must be tracked in Nicknames (/nick use Harry 10 HP 3 BT)
  • Armored: Whether by wearing an Armor Minecraft Skin, or using a Summon Armor Ability, this automatically grants 1 Block Token, which is automatically refreshed when Combat Ends.
  • Stagger: If you are Staggered, the Ability or Attack Emote you tried to do is interrupted, and has no effect or Damage. This never puts Abilities on Cooldown when used to interrupt.
  • Dispel: Dispel can only be used on Powers. If you are Dispelled, it means your Power (Ability) was interrupted, and no effects or Damage applies. Dispel puts Abilities on Half Cooldown.
  • Displaced: If you are Displaced, it means your Character is forcibly being moved from where they are, to somewhere else, and cannot use Move during the Turn immediately after.
  • Stance Ability: A Stance Ability is a kind of Battle-Mode which grants specific Effects or gives access to new Abilities, they are indefinite and cannot be Dispelled/Staggered.
  • Stance Rules: Only one Stance can be active at any time. Entering a Stance does not consume a whole Turn, but changing from one Stance into another does consume a whole Turn.
  • Link Break: Link Break is an effect that breaks all links applied to or applied by the specified Target. Link Breaks are always effects of Abilities, never Abilities themselves.
  • Ability Stacking: If an Ability says it "Does Not Stack" this means that the Ability cannot be used multiple times on the same person at the same time, even by different people.
  • Line of Sight: Line of Sight, or LOS, is relevant for Ranged Attacks. Characters cannot make a Ranged Attack on someone they cannot see, or someone who they can only see a small portion of.
  • Max HP Reduction: If an Ability would reduce a Character's maximum HP, their Current HP would also be reduced by the same amount.

Combat Rules

Combat Rules are loose Rules that did not fit in any other section, but dictate some niche situations or circumstances that don't happen often, yet were necessary enough to be recorded on this page. This is still recommended reading.

  • Combat Styles: When entering combat and drawing weapons or activating magic, doing so does not consume a Turn. However, Changing Combat Styles (and weapons) does consume a whole Turn.
  • Duplicate Abilities: Having/Point Buying Abilities with the same name, even from different Packs, does not grant a less Cooldown, or extra uses. It is inefficient Character Creation.
  • Unwalkable Blocks: In any and all circumstances a Character cannot stand the following Blocks: Wool Blocks, Leaf Blocks, Barrier Blocks, Candles, Roots, Chains, Lanterns, Grindstones.
  • Unwalkable Places: You can Roleplay anywhere (including roofs) your Minecraft Model can reach either by walking or with the Jump 1 Trait, and without moving on Unwalkable Blocks.
  • Falling Damage: Abilities can Displace Characters off of Ledges. If falling more than 6 Blocks, take 2 HP Damage, unless an Ability reduces or prevents it.
  • Identity Reveal: Having or not having Abilities, functioning or not functioning of Abilities, cannot reveal hidden traits like Afflictions or a person's Disguised Identity.
  • Water Boundary: Abilities that Displace can never force you to fall into or out of Water. If a Knock Back would force you to the water's edge, stop at the nearest land Block.
  • Prone Movement: When a Character has the Status Effect of Prone applied to them, they cannot use Movement Powers, but can use Move during a Turn, however only at max 5 Blocks.
  • Ability Use Conflict: If two Abilities are used at the same time, that do the same thing or a similar thing, and conflict with each other, an Ability used on Self goes first.

Status Effects

These Combat Effects stick with a Character between Turns. Some have a time limit, or require additional action. Status Effects of the same type cannot Stack. Additional Rules may be written in the Abilities themselves.

  • Trappedimg.png Trapped: When Trapped, you cannot move, but can still use Abilities and fight on spot.
  • Silencedimg.png Silenced: When Silenced, you cannot use Powers. Dispel & Passive Powers are unaffected.
  • Weakenedimg.png Weakened: When Weakened, you cannot use Instant Techniques and Mount Techniques.
  • Confusedimg.png Confused: When Confused, you cannot Target the person who Confused you.
  • Blindimg.png Blinded: When Blinded, you cannot Target anyone. You can spend a turn to end the Effect.
  • Markedimg.png Marked: When Marked, you will be automatically hit on next Attack, then the Effect ends.
  • Bloodyimg.png Bloody: When Bloody, any healing you receive is reduced by 1, to a minimum of 0.
  • Threatenedimg.png Warned: When Warned, you must choose between two negative outcomes, then the Effect ends.
  • Brittleimg.png Brittle: When Brittle, you take +1 Damage on the next Attack, then the Effect ends.
  • Guardedimg.png Cursed: When Cursed, enemy Healers can target you, and Healing does Damage instead.
  • Proneimg.png Prone: When Prone, any Attack Emote you make has its maximum result reduced by 2. Spend a turn to end the Effect.
  • Levitateimg.png Fleeting: When Fleeting, if using a Movement Power, become Prone instead, then the Effect ends.

Ability Types

Ability Types are different ways Abilities are called or described that may affect how they interact with other Abilities. This is recommended reading for additional Ability context.

  • Instant Technique: An Ability with immediate usage and application of Ability Effects in the Turn. Can be Staggered.
  • Passive Technique: An Ability that applies an effect for every following Turn, and cannot be Staggered unless specified.
  • Counter Technique: an Ability that can only be used if certain conditions described are met. This cannot be Staggered.
  • Movement Technique: An Ability that moves the User or Ally a specified amount of Blocks in a direction. Can be Staggered.
  • Stance Technique: An Ability to activate a Stance Ability (described above in Combat Terms). This cannot be Staggered.
  • Link Technique: An Ability that connects two users and confers some benefit to either or both. This cannot be Staggered.
  • Passive Power: An Ability that applies an effect for every following Turn, and cannot be Dispelled unless specified.
  • Buff Power: An Ability that enhances a Target with benefits, like Proficiency/Healing/Block Tokens. Can be Dispelled.
  • Instant Power: An Ability with immediate usage and application of Ability Effects in the Turn. Can be Dispelled.
  • Movement Power: An Ability that moves the User or Ally a specified amount of Blocks in a direction. Can be Dispelled.
  • Dispel Power: An Ability that Dispels another Power and prevents its Effects and Damage. This cannot be Dispelled.
  • Link Power: An Power that connects two users and confers some benefit to either or both. This cannot be Dispelled.

Status Identity

Status Identity is how a Character can be identified by specific in-Lore/OOC Terms. Status Identity does not confer moral correctness of any kind. Characters are always defined by their actions not what they are.

  • Mundane: If you are Mundane, you have no Magic or Powers of any kind, not even God Magic. This is what Purists consider Purity.
  • Purists: Purists are people who consider Magic or Powers evil, unless they are granted by their own specific God(s).
  • Attuned: If you are Attuned, you have Magic or Powers like God Magic, but never from another Dimension like the Void, Ordial, or Exist. (Archon, Affinities, Faith PB's, excl Prayer).
  • Magical/Occult: If you are Magical, you have Magic or Powers, specifically from another Dimension like the Void and Exist. (Magic, Afflictions).
  • Disguised: Disguised means that a Character cannot be recognized, even if they look similar. This is always only because of Abilities, and cannot be stacked on top of itself.
  • Hidden: Hidden means that any Abilities or Mechanics a Character uses cannot be recognized, and are totally unnoticeable, or "hidden." Event NPCs, especially the Imperial Palace, Arken, and Gods, ignore this status.
  • Important Note on Hidden Abilities Please remember, that while Abilities themselves may be hidden, using them to have other Characters take actions that are out of the ordinary for them, may still result in suspicion.

Persuasion Rolls

This is an optional system to simulate Persuasion Dialogue. Persuasion is mostly used on Event Characters (such as for example Characters mentioned on the Profiles Page, but also other DM Event Characters), but can also be used on Players. OOC Consent is always required for a Persuasion Roll when used on Players, but if OOC consent is provided, then the player must abide by the result of the Persuasion Dice. Persuasion Rolls should be used in good faith not to make Characters do stupid things or harm themselves, but to simulate Charisma and Persuasion, which are hard to emulate in Roleplay. Persuasion Dices follow several rules:

  • By default, Persuasion rolls for every Character are at least 3. This can be increased by up to 7, by adding Wisdom or Intelligence Proficiency.
  • When doing a "Persuasion Check", the person attempting to persuade uses dialogue first, then Persuasion Roll, then the Target also does a Persuasion Roll.
  • NPC/Event Characters/DM Characters do not do a Persuasion Roll, they have a set number (either declared on the Wiki, or hidden during Events).
  • If the person attempting the Persuasion rolls equal or higher than the defender, they win. Persuasion Rolls can be used an infinite amount of times.
  • Succeeding a Persuasion Roll only applies to a single attempt to sway someone of an opinion or action. Persuasion Rolls cannot be used on Gods in Summonings.
  • By default, Persuasion Cap (meaning the maximum Dice Roll) is always 10. This can however be increased by outside sources and effects listed below here.
    • Adapt Point Buy includes a Mind Control Pack which allows users to boost the final Dice result by +2 when used on others, which does not raise the Persuasion Cap.
    • Adapt Point Buy includes a Mind Control Pack which adds +2 to every Dice Roll before results only used by Self, which raises the Persuasion Cap by +2.
    • Hoterie Order members are granted a Mechanic which adds +2 to every Dice Roll before results only used by Self, which raises the Persuasion Cap by +2.
    • Slizzar Always Persuasion Roll at the Persuasion Cap of 14 regardless if they have bonuses, and always gain +2 to the final result of each Dice Roll.
    • Aelrrigan Order, Viridian Order, and Lothar Order Diplomacy Chapters gain +2 to Persuasion rolls, and raise the Persuasion Cap by +2.
    • Phantom Archon gain +2 to the final Dice result when Persuasion Dice Rolling against non-Mundane Characters, though Cap remains unchanged.
    • Pride Arkenborn can choose to derive Persuasion Dice from Wisdom, or Intelligence, or Magic, instead of just the former two.
    • Estelley Godborn can choose to derive Persuasion Dice from Wisdom, or Intelligence, or Magic, instead of just the former two.
    • Fury Arkenborn that defeat someone, gain +5 to the final Dice Result for up to 7 days after having defeated them in Combat.
    • Happiness Arkenborn that make someone laugh, gain +2 to the next Persuasion Dice and can also gain Persuasion from Dexterity.
    • Draconism Faithful are allowed to Persuasion Dice against Gods, while gaining +2 to Persuasion rolls + raising the Persuasion Cap by +2 on Gods only.
    • Fin'ullen have a Heritage Trait Mechanic that increases their Dice Rolls on Arken, Arkenborn, and Spirits, by +2, and also their Persuasion Cap by +2.
  • Whatever combination to increase the Persuasion Cap, the Persuasion Cap can never go over 14. If additional Persuasion Cap bonuses are stacked, they do nothing.

Disguise Credibility

A character with a shapeshifting or magical disguise mechanic is able to replicate the appearance of any Affliction or Affinity. Any attempt to disguise as Knights or Guild Members would immediately fail however, due to an official registry being kept between each organization. Characters are allowed to be suspicious of a character if they do not act in accordance with the behaviors typical of the group they're disguising as (a character refusing to drink blood whilst disguised as a Vampire, for example). It's possible in some private roleplay scenes for a character to pass off as a Knight or Guild member, but this is only if everyone in the scene grants their OOC consent.