Core Mechanics

Basic Resolution

Roll 1d20 + relevant Attribute + Skill. Compare to a target Difficulty (DC).

Outcomes

• Success: Meets or beats DC — action succeeds.
• Critical Success: Natural 20 — enhanced effect + GM bonus.
• Failure: Falls short of DC — partial or no effect.
• Critical Failure: Natural 1 — complicating outcome.

Combat Flow (Turn Order)

1. Initiative roll (1d20 + Reflex)
2. Actions: Move, Act, Use COMP, Reaction
3. Resolve damage/effects and status updates

Damage & Armor

Damage reduces Stamina. Armor reduces incoming damage by its Rating before Stamina loss.

Sample Roll

Roll: 1d20 + Strength(3) + Skill(2) => Result 18 vs DC15 => Success

Notes

Mechanics are modular — rules on other panels reference these primers for concise gameplay.