Subject[dq] New spy version for voting on
Fromsalient@kcbbs.gen.nz
DateWed, 20 Nov 2002 23:01:03 +1300
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Hi there
Please find attached the tidied up version of the revised Spy Skill that
I've been working on.  Although it may not cover everything that people
wanted, I believe it is better than the current skill.  I propose that we
officially vote on it at the beginning of the next guild meeting, for its
inclusion in the next copy of the rules (march 2003 has been proposed).
Please tell other DQ players not on this mailing list that this version is
out.

If people are interested in playtesting it next session, then discuss it
with your GM.  Are there any GM's interested in running a game specifically
for testing it out?  (I won't be GMing next session).  

Are there any conversion issues?  I propose something simple like, choosing
the appropriate number of categories based on their current rank, and being
able to respend time/ep on Thief skill if this spy now longer suits their
character, with GM approval.  The spy/thief ep discounts should be
abolished _immediately_, (to avoid tactical ep spending on Spy for a
cheaper version of something good), but what has been spent in the past is
left unchanged.

Regards,
Sally

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\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
\par Amongst the many professionals encountered in everyday life, there will be a scattering of those with the covert skill of Spy. This}{\fs18\cf1  is a profession dealing with obtaining and distributing information. }{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
There are basic informat
ion gathering and remembering abilities in common with all spies, but the methods of operation, and spheres of influence vary from the court ambassador to the military scout to the pub minstrel.  A spy may specialise in a particular field of operation and
 if they have the accompanying skills appropriate for their cover, will perform better, with less chance of their actions being discovered and their cover blown.  }{\b\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
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\par 
\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \lang5129\cgrid {\b\f1\fs20\cf1\lang1033 46.1 Restrictions
\par }{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
\par There are no restrictions on learning the spy ability, or to using it, except perhaps the fear of being discovered. }{\fs18\cf1 Note that having learnt the Spy skill is not the same as actually spying.}{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
\par 
\par }{\b\fs18\cf1 Discovery:
\par }{\fs18\cf1 If the spy catastrophically fails in their skill by rolling greater than 30% over the base chance for the ability, or 90% + Ra
nk (whichever is the lesser BC), then they may have been discovered.  The repercussions of this discovery is based on their situation: what exactly they were attempting, who the discoverer is, the difficulty of the task compared to their rank in the skill
,
 whether the spy has other skills to back up their cover etc.  The repercussions may range from a slap in the face, being given disinformation, expulsion from an inn/town, a beating in the back alley, through to the traditional punishment for an exposed t
raitor: to be drawn and quartered, (although nobles are sometimes beheaded). Thus, a good spy is the one least likely to be discovered. }{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
\par 
\par }{\b\f1\fs20\cf1\lang1033 46.2 Benefits
\par }{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 All spies gain a grounding in basic spycraft, including memory enhancement, moving quietly, observing closely and communicating with their peers. 
\par 
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\lang5129\cgrid {\fs18\cf1 A spy may memorise and recall visual details, such as those of a room, a person, or a piece of parchment, etc. Memorisation requires (120 - 10 }{\f92\fs18\cf1 \'d7 }{\fs18\cf1 Rank) seconds of undisturbed concentration, studying
 the object. 
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A spy's chance to recall a memorised image accurately is (2 }{\f92\fs18\cf1 \'d7 }{\fs18\cf1 Perception + 12 }{\f92\fs18\cf1 \'d7 }{\fs18\cf1 
Rank)%  rolled by the GM.   If the failed recall attempt occurs within 1+  (1 / Rank) days of the memorisation, the spy merely cannot remember.  After this period
, their effective rank for recall reduces by one per subsequent day, and with a failed roll, erroneous information may be remembered instead. If a spy fails to recall an object or place, they may not attempt to recall it again until they study it again.

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spy may also use this ability to recall spoken phrases and }{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  combination of sounds}{\fs18\cf1 . Even if a spy does not know the language used, they can reproduce the phrases phonetically.}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
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A spy\rquote s enhanced memory gives them an }{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 effective understanding of any spoken language that they have at Ranks 0-3 as if one rank higher. 
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\par }\pard\plain \s15\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \fs20\cgrid {\fs18\cf1 A spy increases their chance of acting stealthily by 1% per Rank.
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may identify the weak-willed, manipulatible, morally suspect or gullible individuals that a spy prefers to associate with, and has a greater chance of enticing }{\fs18\cf1 
them to a course of action by coaxing, flattery, wheedling, blackmail or other enticement}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 .}{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
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\par }\pard\plain \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright \lang5129\cgrid {\fs18\cf1\lang1033 In addition, a spy gains one further ability per Rank. Additional abil
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\f92\fs18\cf1\lang1033 \'d7 }{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 appropriate characteristic (+ 5 / Rank), modified by difficulty.   
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\b\fs18\cf1\lang1033 Assess :}{\fs18\cf1\lang1033  a spy can infer some information from observing the grouping and activities of people.  The level of information gained is logistical, rather than the in depth knowledge that knowing t
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- ascertain the likely social ranking of the target based on the size, quality, snootiness etc of accompanying servants.  Evaluation of who they are or the implications of the household makeup would require Courtier.
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Befriend :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  over a period of days or weeks, a spy may target individuals to engender trust in themselves, and possibly distrust in others. The 'friend' begins to willingly and unknowingly reveal information to the spy.
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Bribery :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  a spy may recognise appropriate people and which 'gifts' they prefer, to gain information or access.  They may also recognise situations when bribing will not work, before making the attempt. 
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Codes :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
 a spy can recognise and use simple codes. They may attempt to break others' codes and ciphers.  The length of study required to do this depends on the familiarity of the code's style and the difficulty set by the codemaker.  
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unterspy :}{\fs18\cf1  a spy may perceive other current spying activity and recognise the other spies. Also, }{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
a spy may create convincing artifices that fit with available information, to spread disinformation, misunderstanding or confusion.
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Disguise :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  with the use of 
physical props and resources, the spy can apply makeup, dyes, false hair etc to convincingly alter the appearance of people.  The success of disguising race and gender depends on the physical similarity of the person, and how closely the disguised entity 
is inspected.  A spy may only attempt to imitate a specific person's appearance after prolonged study of the target.   Animals the spy is familiar with may also be disguised. 
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Forgery :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  With the right materials to hand, a spy can create convincing replicas 
of  personal letters, official documents and the like. This includes the ability to open and reseal letters, produce false seals, or move real ones to a forgery.   The chance for this is MD + PC + (4 }{\f92\fs18\cf1 \'d7}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
 Rank).   If a spy is literate with the language of the document, then the language rank can be added to the base chance for forgery.
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Hiding :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  a spy can find unlikely hiding places and conceal themselves for long periods of time, keeping still and quiet.}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057 
\par {\pntext\pard\plain\b\fs18\cf1 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 9.\tab}}\pard \fi-360\li360\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\jclisttab\tx360{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\ilvl0\ls11\pnrnot0\pndec\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxta .}}\ls11\adjustright {\b\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
Imitation :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  the spy can study and copy behaviour, mannerisms, and accents. This will allow the spy to }{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
maintain the roles of ordinary people and not stand out as a foreigner.  As a guide, this takes 6 - (Rank/2) hours of exposure to the society, with modifiers based on the apparent familiarity or strangeness of the society.}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 

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Information : }{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
by using other skills and knowledge a spy has an increased chance of getting the most relevant information they are seeking. They have an increased chance of noticing disinformation about their area of knowledge, and distinguishi
ng fabrication and pretence from fact and reality.  The spy may recognise information as having worth to other individuals or spies in their network, even though it is not useful to themselves.
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Lip reading :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  a spy may understand spoken conversations outsid
e of their hearing range.  A clear line of sight to the targets' face and knowledge of the  language being spoken (min rank 6) is required.  The spy may garner fragments, but not all of the conversation if they are not fluent with the language, can only s
ee one of the participants, or an unlikely topic is being discussed. }{\fs20\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
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Network (area) :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  the spy has joined a spy ring in a specific area, and knows the specific fieldcraft routines used by that ring. This ability requires GM approval.
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Pick Locks :}{\fs18\cf1  while using 
appropriate tools, a spy can spend (240-20 x Rank) seconds to attempt to pick a lock to either unlock or lock it.  The base chance of the attempt is (MD + 4 x Rank) - (6 x Lock Rank).  If the attempt fails, the lock resists the attempt.  A catastrophic fa
ilure may damage the lock.}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
\par {\pntext\pard\plain\b\fs18\cf1\lang1033\cgrid \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 14.\tab}}\pard \fi-360\li360\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\jclisttab\tx360{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\ilvl0\ls11\pnrnot0\pndec\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxta .}}\ls11\adjustright {
\b\fs18\cf1\lang1033 Resist Torture :}{\fs18\cf1\lang1033 
 being familiar with extraction techniques, a spy may add their Rank to their effective WP for resisting torture attempts. They may also choose to apparently lower their WP by up to Rank to release false information.
\par {\pntext\pard\plain\b\fs18\cf1\lang5129\cgrid \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 15.\tab}}\pard \fi-360\li360\nowidctlpar\widctlpar\jclisttab\tx360{\*\pn \pnlvlbody\ilvl0\ls11\pnrnot0\pndec\pnstart1\pnindent360\pnhang{\pntxta .}}\ls11\adjustright {\b\fs18\cf1 
Shadowing :}{\fs18\cf1 
 a spy learns the skills of unobservedly following individuals at a distance.  In addition they have an increased chance of noticing when they themselves  are being followed, and may attempt to lose their followers if the appropriate terrain is available.
}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
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Sleight of hand :}{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0  a spy can palm, swap or place small objects, without attracting notice. Removing objects from people requires the Pick Pockets skill from Thief.
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\b\fs18\cf1\lang1033 Spy Master (area) :}{\fs18\cf1\lang1033  the spy has set up a spy ring in a specific area, and knows }{\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 whe
re to place spies, how to store information for later reference, and how to manage other spies. This ability requires Rank 8 plus and GM approval.
\par }\pard \nowidctlpar\widctlpar\adjustright {\fs18\cf1\lang2057\cgrid0 
\par }}

Subject[dq-announce] New Spy
Fromsalient@kcbbs.gen.nz
DateWed, 20 Nov 2002 23:03:48 +1300
A new version of the Spy Skill has been issued to be voted on at the
beginning of the December Guild Meeting.  A copy has been posted to the
main list, or I can send a copy if you request it, (or give Mandos a couple
of days, then get it from his website (hint hint))

Regards,
Sally


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