Subject[dq] Spy - a new angle
Fromsalient@kcbbs.gen.nz
DateTue, 08 Oct 2002 22:22:46 +1300
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After sifting through people's various comments, the structure I proposed
in my version 2.0 (sketch design) [get some stuff at rank 0, and then
abilities with each rank] was beginning to break down.  Too many things
were being shifted to the 'gain at rank 0 and get better at gradually'
category, so that we were back with most spies looking very similiar to
each other.  Also, the abilities or skill-ettes, (sorry Ian, frypans kept
leaping to the mind), were becoming unbalanced - some having more stuff
than others.  

So rather than amalgamating them, I started breaking them down more, and
ended up with these five fields of expertise: Fieldwork, People Skills,
Language Skills, Disguise Skills, Information Assessment.  

Now I'm stuck as to how to integrate the 'get more abiulities' 'get better
at abilities' and ranking (with or without ep considerations).  Perhaps
this whole grouping into fields structure isn't leading anywhere.  Any
ideas?  Comments, discussion?

Regards,
Sally

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\par \tab }{\i\lang1033 Sally Musgrave
\par }\pard \qj\sa120\keep\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\lang1033 
Amongst the many professionals encountered in everyday life, there will be a scattering of those with the covert skill of Spy.  There are basic information gathering and remembering abilities in common w
ith all spies, but the methods of operation, and spheres of influence vary from the seductress to the military scout to the cat burglar.  A spy may specialise in a particular field of operation and if they have the appropriate accompanying skills, will pe
rform better, with less chance of their actions being discovered and their cover blown.  
\par }{\b\lang1033 46.2 Benefits
\par }{\lang1033 At Rank 0 all spies learn how to increase their }{\b\lang1033 Observation skills}{\lang1033 : Extended senses, detect secret apertures & traps, recognise common scents.  This is g
ood for collecting lots of raw information, but that other skills are needed to get the point.
\par 
\par There are 5 broad areas that spies work in.  At rank zero, one learns the broad subject, and at subsequent ranks choose 2 subfields to learn.  Specialisation in
 theses subfields may occur by choosing the ability again.  To gain the basics of another broad subject, takes two choices ( one full rank).
\par }{\b\lang1033 
\par Fieldwork}{\lang1033 : 
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Sleight of hand}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : swapping objects, 
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Hiding}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : finding and fitting into unlikely hiding places, Spy rank + PC + AG; and keeping still and quiet: WP + Spy rank + EN - PC of observer [}{\lang2057 
Ability to remain motionless for hours on end avoiding cramps]
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\b\lang1033 Resist Torture}{\lang1033 : add spy rank to WP to resisting torture attempts (refer Assassin skill, this applies to base chance and time.
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Network (area)}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : join spy rings, details of making safe contacts/ info swapping, handing off messages, the use of dead-drops and the like.
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\b\lang1033 Enhanced Memory}{\lang1033 : photographic, routines, remember scents
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\b\lang1033 Trapwork}{\lang1033 : finding & removing (or deactivating and then reactivating if applicable)
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\b\lang1033 Locks & Safes: }{\lang1033 opening with the right tools
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\par }{\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 People skills:
\par }{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 First up, need to Identify Appropriate Targets susceptible to operate on.}{\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Manipulation}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : physical intimidation, sexual seduction, blackmail, whining, whatever it takes to get the target to do what you want them to do.
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\par Language Skills:
\par }{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Because spies have a good memory, aural skills, and are socially perceptive, they may develop their language skills -- especially if other people are doing most of the talking.
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Forgery & seal breaking}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : MD + PC + Spy rank + language rank
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Language Comprehension}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : They have an effective understanding of any spoken language that they have at Ranks 0-4 as if one rank higher.  
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Lip reading}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  : clear line of sight required, know language being spoken
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Remember Phrases}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : phonographic memory to remember combination of sounds heard, whether it is an unknown language, obscure password, or technical jargon etc
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\par Disguise Skills:
\par }{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Spies can spend time to study new people/towns/organisations to be able to fit into the 'normality' of everyday life.  With the right props and resources available, the spy can alter the appearance they
 give to deceive the casual observer.  Suspicious observers have a greater chance of perceiving the counterfeit.
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Appearance}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 : with the use of physical props and resources, the spy knows how to apply ma
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\b\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 Simulate Emotions}{\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  - to preserve the poker face, to feign interest, surprise, sadness etc.
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SubjectRe: [dq] Spy - a new angle
Fromnevyn0ad@yahoo.co.uk
DateTue, 8 Oct 2002 20:27:04 +1000 (EST)
<P> How about, *looks at 5 groups*
<P>Pick one at rank 0, &amp; at ranks 4 &amp; 8 you get to pick a new one, Or maybe 3, 7 &amp; 10
<P>Bit like Mil Sci with the area's?
<P>&amp; you get various abilities inside that field at your rank whenever you take it?
<P>&nbsp; <B><I>salient@kcbbs.gen.nz</I></B> wrote: 
<BLOCKQUOTE style="BORDER-LEFT: #1010ff 2px solid; MARGIN-LEFT: 5px; PADDING-LEFT: 5px">After sifting through people's various comments, the structure I proposed<BR>in my version 2.0 (sketch design) [get some stuff at rank 0, and then<BR>abilities with each rank] was beginning to break down. Too many things<BR>were being shifted to the 'gain at rank 0 and get better at gradually'<BR>category, so that we were back with most spies looking very similiar to<BR>each other. Also, the abilities or skill-ettes, (sorry Ian, frypans kept<BR>leaping to the mind), were becoming unbalanced - some having more stuff<BR>than others. <BR><BR>So rather than amalgamating them, I started breaking them down more, and<BR>ended up with these five fields of expertise: Fieldwork, People Skills,<BR>Language Skills, Disguise Skills, Information Assessment. <BR><BR>Now I'm stuck as to how to integrate the 'get more abiulities' 'get better<BR>at abilities' and ranking (with or without ep considerations). Perhaps<BR>this whole grouping into fields structure isn't leading anywhere. Any<BR>ideas? Comments, discussion?<BR><BR>Regards,<BR>Sally &gt; ATTACHMENT part 2 application/rtf charset=us-ascii </BLOCKQUOTE><BR><BR>From Bernard Hoggins<br>nevyn0ad@yahoo.co.uk<p><br><hr size=1>
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