Language (U) (INT)

This skill can’t be used untrained.

Every hero begins with rank 3 in his or her native language (speak and read as well as a native). Lower ranks indicate crude familiarity; higher ranks improve vocabulary and deeper comprehension.

At the Gamemaster’s discretion, a hero’s skill (or lack thereof) with a language might provide a situation die modifier to the use of other skills involving communication.

• Rank 1: +3 penalty on communication attempts.

Rank Benefits

• Improved Communication: The penalty on communication is reduced to +1 at rank 2 and eliminated at rank 3. Rank 6 provides a -1 bonus, rank 9 a -2 bonus, and rank 12 a -3 bonus.