Editing Talk:Genius The Transgression/Chapter Two: Character Creation (section)

== The Obligation Scale ==

Obligation exists as a continuum from zero to ten dots. Genius the Transgression characters begin play with seven dots, somewhat higher than the average.
Humanity level reflects in a character’s behavior. As she grows more and more alien, . These descriptions are only guidelines; it’s up to you to determine how your character exhibits the path she walks. Also, there are minor Social modifiers listed. These modifiers apply to rolls relating to humans; any being without an Integrity track may be interacted with normally, at the Storyteller's discretion.

'''Retired (Obligation 10):''' A Genius at this level of Obligation has largely rejected the results of Inspiration as dangerous and foolhardy, adopting a position of humility and low status. She may have been traumatized by the results of their wonder-working or have longed for the simplicity of mundane life. Her wonders are mothballed and she no longer attempts to interfere with the course of history in even the most mundane ways; most Merits go dormant and are no longer used, although they are retained and can reactivate if the character lowers their Obligation. Characters at this level of Obligation are not appropriate for normal play, and are usually handled by the Storyteller. They are seemingly immune to Jabir, but this may simply be because they keep their crazy ideas to themself.

'''Teacher/Elder (Obligation 9):''' This degree of Obligation is achieved by those who seek to improve the world without setting parts of it on fire, focusing on research, politics and instructing students. It is rare among the Inspired, and difficult to maintain. Gain +2 to any social rolls where you are in a position of authority.

'''Paragon (Obligation 7-8):''' Most Geniuses in this range of Obligation are either spending time and resources maintaining it, or they’re very new to Inspired life. They resemble particularly skilled and impressive mortals, and almost certainly view themself this way. They are idealistic, and unwilling to commit acts they view as unjust or wrong. They gain +1 to social rolls when they adopt the "moral high ground", but this is cancelled out if they attempt to communicate technical or abstruse ideas.

'''Jaded (Obligation 4-6):''' At this point, she’s been around the block, and accepts that distasteful acts are sometimes necessary in the World of Darkness. Most Peers fall into this range. While they are far from psychopathic, most Inspired at this level have killed or severely injured Illuminated and criminals in order to protect others. Their casual attitude to things may shock some mortals, but they have no problem relating to them. Their motivation is comprehensible to mortals, but they think and act in ways they may find unintuitive or mildly disturbing. Jabir penalty increases by one when communicating their worldview.

'''Callous (Obligation 1-3):''' At this level, a Genius has committed acts that would horrify most mortals, and knows that they will likely need to do so again. Most Unmada fall into this range. They view most mortals as pawns in the service of a higher goal, and consider what most mortals would view as fundamental rights as at best guidelines, ones that sometimes impede their effectiveness. Take -2 in any social roll that is not being enhanced by Inspiration (for example, with a Director's Grant.)

'''Illuminated (Obligation 0):''' A character that reaches zero Obligation dots views their fellow beings as obstacles or, at best, irritatingly unresponsive tools. They see no issue with even the most disturbing or monstrous acts, although most Illuminated who survive for long are intelligent and manipulative enough to pretend otherwise. They likely see some things such as scientific torture or the extinction of humanity as actively desirable, and there are only the faintest rumors to suggest these individuals are capable of regaining Obligation. Most Inspired view killing them as a public service at worst, and arguably an act of heroism.