Dice mechanics
Contested rolls in Hunter: The Reckoning 5th Edition
Opposed checks and ties.
Explanation
Hunter contests use pool comparisons (V5/W5 pattern). Common uses: stalking the unnatural (Stealth vs the creature's Awareness), interrogation (Manipulation vs Resolve), or tracking a fellow cell member's secret.
Examples
Example: direct contest
Use opposed rolls when two actors directly compete (chase, grapple, deception vs insight). Resolve it quickly and move on.
Example: avoid unnecessary contests
If the opposition is passive (a lock, a cliff), use a DV/DC instead of rolling twice.
Common mistakes (smallest fix)
- Mistake: Using contests for everything. Fix: Use contests only for direct opposition; use DV/DC for passive obstacles.
- Mistake: Re-rolling until someone wins. Fix: One contest should change the situation enough to move the scene forward.
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