User Guide

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character’s reputation in one town will affect her
reputation in other parts of the wasteland. It may
take time, however, and the influence depends on
the link between the two towns.
Reputation will modify what people think of your
character. “Good” non-player characters like good
reps. “Bad” NPCs like bad reps. “Good” NPCs do
not like bad reps. “Bad” NPCs do not like good
reps.
Reputation can affect what NPCs think of your
character, bartering deals and the NPCs likelihood
of being hostile.
Reputation (Special)
You can earn special Reputations by performing certain
deeds. These can be good or bad reps. You will see
them appear in the Karma area of the character screen.
These will have some game affect, usually of a
serious manner.
Perks
Perks are special abilities that your character can
occasionally select when your character gains an
experience level. These rewards are similar to
traits, except everything is good. No bad stuff
here.
You can select one Perk every three levels
(starting at level 3 -- so level 3, 6, 9, 12, 15,
18 and so on) unless you have the Skilled trait,
who get a Perk every four levels (level 4, 8, 12,
16, 20 and so on.)
The list of Perks that you can choose from are
based on your character’s characteristics. Some
Perks are only available if your character is of
high enough level, for example. Your character
must meet or exceed all of the requirements. Some
Perks have no requirements. The requirements for a
Perk are listed below.
You will have the opportunity to pick a Perk
when you enter the character screen after achieving
a level that grants you a Perk. You may choose not