Resolve (Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition)

Attributes

Definition

Resolve represents a Garou's determination, mental fortitude, and ability to stay focused on a goal despite obstacles. It is the attribute of willpower and perseverance, governing how well a werewolf can resist mental influence, push through exhaustion, and maintain concentration during complex tasks. For the Garou, Resolve is what keeps them fighting when the Apocalypse seems inevitable. It is the determination to protect a caern even when the pack is outnumbered, the focus to complete a complex rite while spirits howl around you, and the mental strength to resist the despair of watching Gaia die slowly. Combined with Composure, Resolve determines Willpower, making it one of the most important attributes for any Garou who must endure hardship and resist supernatural influence.

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How it works

**Dice Pool Uses**: - Resolve + Occult: Performing extended rites, resisting spiritual corruption - Resolve + Investigation: Extended research, refusing to give up a trail - Resolve + Academics: Prolonged study sessions, maintaining focus - Resolve + Composure: Resisting mental and emotional attacks **Special Rules**: Resolve is a key component of Willpower (Resolve + Composure). It is used to resist supernatural mental influence, maintain concentration on extended tasks, and push through pain. Resolve helps resist Wyrm corruption and spiritual manipulation.

Tips

**Build Advice**: Prioritize Resolve if your character needs strong Willpower or must resist supernatural influence. It is essential for rite performers and any Garou who expects to face spiritual enemies. Since it contributes to Willpower alongside Composure, investing in Resolve pays dividends. **Auspice Synergies**: Theurge need high Resolve for performing rites and resisting hostile spirits. Philodox use Resolve to maintain their convictions when judging difficult cases. Ahroun benefit from the Willpower boost for extended battles. **Character Concepts**: Unyielding sept defender, obsessive Wyrm hunter who never stops tracking, rite master with iron concentration, Garou who survived Harano through sheer determination.

Frequently asked questions

How does Resolve interact with Willpower?

Willpower equals Resolve + Composure. Higher Resolve means more Willpower points, which can be spent to add dice to critical rolls and resist supernatural influence. It is one of the most efficient attributes to increase.

Can Resolve resist Rage frenzy?

Frenzy resistance primarily uses Composure, but the Willpower derived from Resolve can be spent to assist in resisting frenzy. Indirectly, Resolve contributes to Rage management through Willpower.

Resolve (Werewolf: The Apocalypse 5th Edition)

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