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	<center><b><h1>Shattered Prism ~~RPG~~</h1></b></center>		<center><b><h1>Shattered Prism: Freelancers</h1></b></center>
			<center><b>A squad-based, tactical skirmish RPG</b></center>

	= Introduction =		= Introduction =
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	;Coordination:Physical Coordination is a measure of the body's ability to react to events and avoid them if necessary. Physical Coordination focuses on one's reflexes, reaction time, and flexibility. Someone with a high dexterity would be able to dodge a blow, climb a wall, squeeze through a fence and do acrobatics better.		;Coordination:Physical Coordination is a measure of the body's ability to react to events and avoid them if necessary. Physical Coordination focuses on one's reflexes, reaction time, and flexibility. Someone with a high dexterity would be able to dodge a blow, climb a wall, squeeze through a fence and do acrobatics better.
	;Endurance:Physical Endurance is the raw capacity of the body to resist trauma and damage. Physical Endurance focuses on the strength of one's immune system: the ability to stay awake and active longer; the resilience of one's skin, muscle and bone. A person with a high endurance would be able to run a longer distance, resist more damage to his/her body, and maintain normal health without food and water for longer periods of time.		;Endurance:Physical Endurance is the raw capacity of the body to resist trauma and damage. Physical Endurance focuses on the strength of one's immune system: the ability to stay awake and active longer; the resilience of one's skin, muscle and bone. A person with a high endurance would be able to run a longer distance, resist more damage to his/her body, and maintain normal health without food and water for longer periods of time.
	;Potential:Physical Potential is a measure of your body's ability to build itself up and to go beyond present capabilities. Someone with high Potential would be able to master physical skills faster and be better equipped to raise their physical abilities beyond present levels.		;Potential:Physical Potential is a measure of your body's ability to build itself up and to go beyond present capabilities. Someone with high Physical Potential would be able to master physical skills faster and be better equipped to raise their physical abilities beyond present levels.
	===Mental===		===Mental===
	;Strength:Mental Strength is a measure of the mind's raw processing power and intelligence. Mental Strength focuses on memory and IQ. Someone with a high Intelligence Quotient would perform better on a test, have stronger mental abilities, and generally be considered "smarter" than someone else.		;Strength:Mental Strength is a measure of the mind's raw processing power and intelligence. Mental Strength focuses on memory and IQ. Someone with a high Intelligence Quotient would perform better on a test, have stronger mental abilities, and generally be considered "smarter" than someone else.
	;Coordination:Mental Coordination is a measure of the mind's quickness of reaction, perception of details, general alertness and wits. Mental Coordination focuses on being able to quickly adapt to drastic changes in a situation, notice small details in a room, not be taken by suprise, and think one's way around a problem.		;Coordination:Mental Coordination is a measure of the mind's quickness of reaction, perception of details, general alertness and wits. Mental Coordination focuses on being able to quickly adapt to drastic changes in a situation, notice small details in a room, not be taken by suprise, and think one's way around a problem.
	;Endurance:Mental Endurance is a measure of the mind's ability to keep working despite mental Trauma, stress or lengthy periods of danger, as well as to work out problems with lower level, or "instinctual" responses, as opposed to the higher level thinking involved with Mental Strength. Mental Endurance focuses on wisdom, willpower, and sheer determination.		;Endurance:Mental Endurance is a measure of the mind's ability to keep working despite mental Trauma, stress or lengthy periods of danger, as well as to work out problems with lower level, or "instinctual" responses, as opposed to the higher level thinking involved with Mental Strength. Mental Endurance focuses on wisdom, willpower, and sheer determination.
	;Potential:Mental Potential is a measure of your brain's ability to ~~build itself up~~ and to go beyond present capabilities. Someone with high ~~Growth~~ would be able to master intellectual skills faster and be better equipped to raise their mental abilities beyond present levels.		;Potential:Mental Potential is a measure of your brain's ability to grasp and learn new ways of thinking and to go beyond present capabilities. Someone with high Mental Potential would be able to master intellectual skills faster and be better equipped to raise their mental abilities beyond present levels.
	~~===~~Determining Primary Attributes~~===~~
	Determining the Primary Attributes ~~can be accomplished in one of two ways:~~		;Determining Primary Attributes:Determining the Primary Attributes starts by assigning 1 point to each attribute, then distributing a pool of 18 points however you like among the eight attributes.

	~~;Method 1: Start~~ by assigning ~~4 points~~ to ~~each Primary Attribute. Then for~~ each attribute ~~roll 1d6 die and add the result.~~
	~~;Method 2: Start by assigning 5 points to each Primary Attribute. Then distribute~~ a ~~total~~ pool of 36 points however you like among the attributes~~. (Pool of 48 for 8 attributes)~~

	There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The first method is primarily used by those players who do not yet have a character concept in mind, and want to create their character around their Attributes, while the second method allows those with a clear concept to sculpt the attributes around that concept. Use whichever method you prefer.

	===Derived Attributes===		===Derived Attributes===

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	===Quality of Success===		===Quality of Success===
	;Quality of Success: In nearly all instances, simply succeeding is not enough. Players need to know how well they succeeded. To determine this, a character’s Gear will work to enhance the quality of success.		;Quality of Success: In nearly all instances, simply succeeding is not enough. Players need to know how well they succeeded. To determine this, a character’s Gear will work to enhance the quality of success. In combat terms, Quality of Success is part of what determines damage dealt.
	;Base Quality:The base quality is equal in value to the tens digit on the dice rolled, plus one. If the roll was 56, the base quality is 6. If the dice roll is 03, then base quality is 1.		;Base Quality:The base quality is equal in value to the tens digit on the dice rolled, plus one. If the roll was 56, the base quality is 6. If the dice roll is 03, then base quality is 1.
	;Gear Mods:The Gear a character uses will often determine how well a character did in a task. All pieces of Gear will have a Success Mod. To get the final quality of success, take the base quality and multiply it by the Gear’s Success Mod. If the base quality is 3 and the Gear’s mod is x4, then final quality is 12. Only the highest Success Mod of any Gear used in the attempt can be factored into Quality, unless the character has one of the Gear Head advantages. In the case of combat and weapons, this final quality determines damage done.		;Gear Mods:The Gear a character uses will often determine how well a character did in a task. All pieces of Gear will have a Success Mod. To get the final quality of success, take the base quality and multiply it by the Gear’s Success Mod. If the base quality is 3 and the Gear’s mod is x4, then final quality is 12. Only the highest Success Mod of any Gear used in the attempt can be factored into Quality, unless the character has one of the Gear Head advantages. In the case of combat and weapons, this final quality determines damage done.
	;Degree of Success:If using the optional DoS rules (see below), then this can enhance or degrade the final quality. Any Normal success results do not modify the final quality. Marginal successes reduce final quality by 1/4. Critical successes increase final quality by 1/4. Perfect successes increase final quality by x2.		;Degree of Success:If using the optional DoS rules (see below), then this can enhance or degrade the final quality. Any Normal success results do not modify the final quality. Marginal successes reduce final quality by 1/4. Critical successes increase final quality by 1/4. Perfect successes increase final quality by x2.

	==Combat==		==Combat==
	;The Time Chain:When combat starts, every second is equal to one combat turn. This is called the Time Chain, and starts on Turn Zero at the point where combat begins. Every second in game is a separate Turn, where something can occur in the battle.		;The Time Chain:When combat starts, every second is equal to one combat turn. This is called the Time Chain, and starts on Turn Zero at the point where combat begins. Every second in game is a separate Turn, where something can occur in the battle.

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Determining Primary Attributes

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	Determining the Primary Attributes can be accomplished in one of two ways:		Determining the Primary Attributes can be accomplished in one of two ways:

	;Method 1: Start by assigning 4 points to each Primary Attribute. Then roll 1d6 die~~. Add~~ the result ~~to the attribute of your choice. Repeat for each attribute~~.		;Method 1: Start by assigning 4 points to each Primary Attribute. Then for each attribute roll 1d6 die and add the result.
	;Method 2: Start by assigning 5 points to each Primary Attribute. Then distribute a total pool of 36 points however you like among the attributes. (Pool of 48 for 8 attributes)		;Method 2: Start by assigning 5 points to each Primary Attribute. Then distribute a total pool of 36 points however you like among the attributes. (Pool of 48 for 8 attributes)

	There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The first method is primarily used by those players who do not yet have a character concept in mind, and want to create their character around their Attributes, while the second method allows those with a clear concept to sculpt the attributes around that concept. Use whichever method you prefer.		There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The first method is primarily used by those players who do not yet have a character concept in mind, and want to create their character around their Attributes, while the second method allows those with a clear concept to sculpt the attributes around that concept. Use whichever method you prefer.

	===Derived Attributes===		===Derived Attributes===
	;Initiative:Determines what Tick the character starts combat on. Value must have a range who’s max value is a multiple of 5. (PC + MC / 4) (Min: 1, Avg: 3, Max: 5) (Invert)		;Initiative:Determines what Tick the character starts combat on. Value must have a range who’s max value is a multiple of 5. (PC + MC / 4) (Min: 1, Avg: 3, Max: 5) (Invert)

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Optional Rules

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	+1 to +9 = Marginal Failure		+1 to +9 = Marginal Failure
	0 = Perfect Success!!!		0 = Perfect Success!!!
	1 to 9 = Critical Success		-1 to -9 = Critical Success
	10 to 39 = Normal Success		-10 to -39 = Normal Success
	40 to ** = Marginal Success		-40 to -** = Marginal Success

	;Hit Locations & Uncalled Shots:Optional Rule		;Hit Locations & Uncalled Shots:Optional Rule

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 ;Method 1: Start by assigning 4 points to each Primary Attribute. Then roll 1d6 die. Add the result to the attribute of your choice. Repeat for each attribute.
 ;Method 2: Start by assigning 5 points to each Primary Attribute. Then distribute a total pool of 36 points however you like among the attributes. (Pool of 48 for 8 attributes)
   There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The first method is primarily used by those players who do not yet have a character concept in mind, and want to create their character around their Attributes, while the second method allows those with a clear concept to sculpt the attributes around that concept. Use whichever method you prefer.
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 ==Select Skills==
   All skills which are not bought by a character default to a base value of 1. Normal difficulty tasks can be attempted by any character, even without formal training. It is up to the GM to determine if a particular task requires formal training to attempt. When a player spends Improvement Points to train a skill, the initial value acquired is 5, and goes up from there.
 ===Templates===
 ;Trait Templates:Trait Templates are packages of skills and associated ratings, attached to a descriptor. An example would be the Fighter Pilot template, found within the Occupation category.
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 ;Skill Specialties: These can be purchased which represent particular training or natural knacks which the character possesses. These Specs can be almost anything (With GM approval of course), and can be applied to many different skills. In all instances, Specs provide a flat bonus of 20% to the TN of any rolls.
- Example: Specialty "Invertibrate Anatomy" might usually be coupled with Skill "Biology" but it may be applied to any skill, as with Skill "Firearms" it means "knowing where to shoot those pesky alien molluscs" or with Skill "Doctoring" it means "knowing how to heal those poor alien molluscs someone keeps shooting."
+Example: Specialty "Invertibrate Anatomy" might usually be coupled with Skill "Biology" but it may be applied to any skill, as with Skill "Firearms" it means "knowing where to shoot those pesky alien molluscs" or with Skill "Doctoring" it means "knowing how to heal those poor alien molluscs someone keeps shooting."
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 ;Method 1: Start by assigning 4 points to each Primary Attribute. Then roll 1d6 die. Add the result to the attribute of your choice. Repeat for each attribute.
 ;Method 2: Start by assigning 5 points to each Primary Attribute. Then distribute a total pool of 36 points however you like among the attributes. (Pool of 48 for 8 attributes)
-There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The first method is primarily used by those players who do not yet have a character concept in mind, and want to create their character around their Attributes, while the second method allows those with a clear concept to sculpt the attributes around that concept. Use whichever method you prefer.
+ There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The first method is primarily used by those players who do not yet have a character concept in mind, and want to create their character around their Attributes, while the second method allows those with a clear concept to sculpt the attributes around that concept. Use whichever method you prefer.
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			=Character Generation=
			==Attributes==
			;Primary Attributes:Primary Attributes are measures of raw mental and physical capabilities. While skills help determine what your character knows how to do, Attributes will help determine how well they can do it.
			===Physical===
			;Strength:Physical Strength is a measure of your body's ability to deal out raw, natural power. Physical Strength focuses on muscular tone, lifting power and the strength of a punch. A person with a high physical strength would be able to run faster, leap higher, punch harder and lift more.
			;Coordination:Physical Coordination is a measure of the body's ability to react to events and avoid them if necessary. Physical Coordination focuses on one's reflexes, reaction time, and flexibility. Someone with a high dexterity would be able to dodge a blow, climb a wall, squeeze through a fence and do acrobatics better.
			;Endurance:Physical Endurance is the raw capacity of the body to resist trauma and damage. Physical Endurance focuses on the strength of one's immune system: the ability to stay awake and active longer; the resilience of one's skin, muscle and bone. A person with a high endurance would be able to run a longer distance, resist more damage to his/her body, and maintain normal health without food and water for longer periods of time.
			;Potential:Physical Potential is a measure of your body's ability to build itself up and to go beyond present capabilities. Someone with high Potential would be able to master physical skills faster and be better equipped to raise their physical abilities beyond present levels.
			===Mental===
			;Strength:Mental Strength is a measure of the mind's raw processing power and intelligence. Mental Strength focuses on memory and IQ. Someone with a high Intelligence Quotient would perform better on a test, have stronger mental abilities, and generally be considered "smarter" than someone else.
			;Coordination:Mental Coordination is a measure of the mind's quickness of reaction, perception of details, general alertness and wits. Mental Coordination focuses on being able to quickly adapt to drastic changes in a situation, notice small details in a room, not be taken by suprise, and think one's way around a problem.
			;Endurance:Mental Endurance is a measure of the mind's ability to keep working despite mental Trauma, stress or lengthy periods of danger, as well as to work out problems with lower level, or "instinctual" responses, as opposed to the higher level thinking involved with Mental Strength. Mental Endurance focuses on wisdom, willpower, and sheer determination.
			;Potential:Mental Potential is a measure of your brain's ability to build itself up and to go beyond present capabilities. Someone with high Growth would be able to master intellectual skills faster and be better equipped to raise their mental abilities beyond present levels.
			===Determining Primary Attributes===
			Determining the Primary Attributes can be accomplished in one of two ways:

			;Method 1: Start by assigning 4 points to each Primary Attribute. Then roll 1d6 die. Add the result to the attribute of your choice. Repeat for each attribute.
			;Method 2: Start by assigning 5 points to each Primary Attribute. Then distribute a total pool of 36 points however you like among the attributes. (Pool of 48 for 8 attributes)
			There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The first method is primarily used by those players who do not yet have a character concept in mind, and want to create their character around their Attributes, while the second method allows those with a clear concept to sculpt the attributes around that concept. Use whichever method you prefer.

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