Gamesmanship
Gamesmanship is the use of tactics or strategies to gain an advantage in a competitive situation, often in a way that is seen as clever or cunning but not necessarily ethical or fair, often in regards to board, cards, or other similar activities played in taverns or other venues.
It involves using psychological and behavioral techniques, such as distraction, intimidation, or deception, to gain an edge over opponents. Gamesmanship can be seen in a variety of contexts, from sports and games to business negotiations and political debates. While some may see it as a legitimate part of competition, others view it as unsportsmanlike or even unethical.
This is a catch-all skill used for ALL games of any type. If a game is more physically demanding, it may use Fortitude Skill Rolls as well in combination of Gamesmanship Skill Rolls.
| DC | Task Difficulty | Example Task |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Very Easy | Recognize basic strategies used in common games. |
| 8 | Easy | Employ simple distraction techniques during a game. |
| 10 | Simple | Bluff effectively to mislead opponents about your intentions. |
| 12 | Moderate | Detect when opponents are using subtle psychological tactics. |
| 15 | Challenging | Successfully manipulate the rules or environment to your advantage. |
| 18 | Difficult | Create a reputation as a skilled and unpredictable game player. |
| 20 | Formidable | Win consistently in high-stakes games against skilled opponents. |
| 22 | Heroic | Outsmart opponents in complex, multi-level games of strategy. |
| 25 | Legendary | Develop and execute a unique, signature game strategy. |
| 28 | Mythic | Control the flow of a game and predict opponents' moves with uncanny accuracy. |
| 30 | Impossible | Conquer any game, adapting instantly to rule changes and opponents' strategies with unmatched skill and intuition. |