Manipulation
From Masq
| Category: | Attributes |
| Reference: | Vampire: the Masquerade (Revised edition/WW2300), page 117-118. |
Manipulation measures a charcter's ability for self-expression in the intrests of getting others to share her outlook or follow her whims. In short, it's getting othrs to do what she wants. Manipulation comes into play when a character tries to influence or subtly guide another's behvavior. Manipulation is used to trick, bluff, fast-talk and railroad other charcters. Whether or not the characters in question actually like the manipulator is irrelevant (this is why Manipulation differs from Charisma); a skilled motivator can even employ the talents of people who hate her.
• Poor: A person of few (often ineffectual) words •• Average: You can fool some of the people some of the time, just like anyone else. ••• Good: You never pay full price. •••• Exceptional: You could be a politician or cult leader. ••••• Outstanding: "Of course I'll tell the prince i was I who tried to stake him."
| Example Specialties: | Persuasive, "Damn I'm Smooth", Seductive, Well-Reasoned |