Cogent Quick Guide - Revision history

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	<br>''←[https://wiki.wolfgang.us.to/index.php/Cogent_Campaigns]''		<br>''←[https://wiki.wolfgang.us.to/index.php/Cogent_Campaigns Cogent Campaigns]''

	== Introduction ==		== Introduction ==
	Cogent is a narrative focused table-top role-playing game similar to D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) which was created by Josiah Brooks ([https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHu2KNu6TtJ0p4hpSW7Yv7Q Jazza]) and Shad Brooks (of [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkmMACUKpQeIxN9D9ARli1Q Shadiversity]). It was created to address problems with other role playing games. It's designed to not be overburdened by rules and be flexible to any setting and story.		Cogent is a narrative-focused table-top role-playing game similar to D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) which was created by Josiah Brooks ([https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHu2KNu6TtJ0p4hpSW7Yv7Q Jazza]) and Shad Brooks (of [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkmMACUKpQeIxN9D9ARli1Q Shadiversity]). It was created to address problems with other role-playing games. It's designed to not be overburdened by rules and be flexible to any setting and story.

	''_Please visit the official rules linked in the external links for more detailed information_''		''_Please visit the official rules linked in the external links for more detailed information_''
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	=== Challenge Level (CL) ===		=== Challenge Level (CL) ===
	When performing a task, the narrator may ask the player to roll a dice pool based on the appropriate skill. The narrator will assign a challenge level (1-8) depending on difficulty. The appropriate number of dice ~~are~~ rolled. Each dice that rolls a '''4, 5, or 6 are counted as "Wins"'''. If the number of wins is ≥ the CL, the task is successfully performed. Otherwise the task may literally or ~~naratively~~ fail.		When performing a task, the narrator may ask the player to roll a dice pool based on the appropriate skill. The narrator will assign a challenge level (1-8) depending on difficulty. The appropriate number of dice is rolled. Each dice that rolls a '''4, 5, or 6 are counted as "Wins"'''. If the number of wins is ≥ the CL, the task is successfully performed. Otherwise, the task may literally or narratively fail.
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			<br>''←[https://wiki.wolfgang.us.to/index.php/Cogent_Campaigns]''

	== Introduction ==		== Introduction ==
	Cogent is a narrative focused table-top role-playing game similar to D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) which was created by Josiah Brooks ([https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHu2KNu6TtJ0p4hpSW7Yv7Q Jazza]) and Shad Brooks (of [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkmMACUKpQeIxN9D9ARli1Q Shadiversity]). It was created to address problems with other role playing games. It's designed to not be overburdened by rules and be flexible to any setting and story.		Cogent is a narrative focused table-top role-playing game similar to D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) which was created by Josiah Brooks ([https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHu2KNu6TtJ0p4hpSW7Yv7Q Jazza]) and Shad Brooks (of [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkmMACUKpQeIxN9D9ARli1Q Shadiversity]). It was created to address problems with other role playing games. It's designed to not be overburdened by rules and be flexible to any setting and story.

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	=== Assists ===		=== Assists ===
	Core skills, Proficiencies (TODO)		Assists are a way to apply a relavant Core skills, Proficiencies, and Vocations are all acceptable to be used for assists. (TODO)

	== Character Creation ==		== Character Creation ==
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	* decreasing: +1 skill point to a skill not already assigned points		* decreasing: +1 skill point to a skill not already assigned points
			*No effect if not choosing to change their commerce level
	* increasing: roll a 'Quirks of Wealth'		* increasing: roll a 'Quirks of Wealth'

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	=== Dice Pools ===		=== Dice Pools ===
	A dice pool is made up of multiple D6s (6 sided dice). The number of dice is made up from adding the appropriate number of points between the related '''skill''' and '''attribute''' then '''+3''' dice and subtract '''negative modifiers'''. Dice rolls fall into two categories: '''Unopposed actions''' and '''opposed conflicts'''. Unopposed actions are dictated by challenge levels.		A dice pool is made up of multiple D6s (6 sided dice). The number of dice is made up from adding the appropriate number of points between the related '''skill''' and '''attribute''' then '''+3''' dice and subtract '''negative modifiers'''. Dice rolls fall into two categories: '''Unopposed actions''' and '''opposed conflicts'''. Unopposed actions are dictated by challenge levels.

	=== Challenge Level (CL) ===		=== Challenge Level (CL) ===
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	* The check is not a contested check.		* The check is not a contested check.
	* The check is not a reflexive action.		* The check is not a reflexive action.

			==== Reflexive Actions ====
			With challanges that could have a negative physical consequence, an injury level may be induced if the challange level is not met. For example, failing an acrobatics check when attempting to break a fall. The '''injury level''' would be '''equal to the CL minus the wins incurred'''.

			=== Conflicts ===
			A conflict occurs when an action is taken against another character that can actively oppose it in the moment. This need not be combat. This can take many forms. For example: arm wrestling, wooing, or sneaking up on someone. Both parties roll their dice pool based on the relavent skills.

			If '''both characters are aware and active: tied/equal rolls are re-rolled'''. If they are powerless to oppose: a CL would be used instead but only if Player → NPC and should be < 1/2 dice pool.

			If a conflict takes several rolls, it's conducted Round by Round.

			=== Assists ===
			Core skills, Proficiencies (TODO)

	== Character Creation ==		== Character Creation ==

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 === Dice Pools ===
-When a player is asked to overcome some challange, a dice pool is used. A dice pool is made up of multiple D6s (6 sided dice). The number of dice is made up from adding the appropriate number of points between the related '''skill''' and '''attribute''' then '''+3''' dice.
+A dice pool is made up of multiple D6s (6 sided dice). The number of dice is made up from adding the appropriate number of points between the related '''skill''' and '''attribute''' then '''+3''' dice and subtract '''negative modifiers'''. Dice rolls fall into two categories: '''Unopposed actions''' and '''opposed conflicts'''. Unopposed actions are dictated by challenge levels.
-=== Challenge Levels ===
+=== Challenge Level (CL) ===
-When performing a task, the narrator may ask the player to roll a dice pool based on the appropriate statistics. The narrator will assign a challenge level (1-8) depending on difficulty. The appropriate number of dice are rolled. Each dice that rolls a '''4, 5, or 6 are counted as "Wins"'''.
+When performing a task, the narrator may ask the player to roll a dice pool based on the appropriate skill. The narrator will assign a challenge level (1-8) depending on difficulty. The appropriate number of dice are rolled. Each dice that rolls a '''4, 5, or 6 are counted as "Wins"'''. If the number of wins is ≥ the CL, the task is successfully performed. Otherwise the task may literally or naratively fail.
 == Character Creation ==
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 # Risky Investor – If the potential exists for profit, you will spend money even if it reduces your profit level. Somewhat susceptible to accomplished con-artists.
 # Employees – Your wealth and investments support some employees, you are obligated to ensure their needs are met, but they can perform basic services for you too. The way you treat them will spread fast.
 == Useful External Links ==
 [https://cogentroleplay.com/rules Official Rules and link to character sheet]

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 * decreasing: +1 skill point to a skill not already assigned points
 * increasing: roll a 'Quirks of Wealth'
 ==== Quirks of Wealth ====
 # Scrooge – You will not spend a cent on anyone except yourself
 # Patron – You support an impoverished creative, and cannot refuse their requests.
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 # Risky Investor – If the potential exists for profit, you will spend money even if it reduces your profit level. Somewhat susceptible to accomplished con-artists.
 # Employees – Your wealth and investments support some employees, you are obligated to ensure their needs are met, but they can perform basic services for you too. The way you treat them will spread fast.
 == Play Modes ==

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 * Commerce level 3: no effect
 * Commerce level 4: roll a 'Quirks of Wealth'
 ==== Quirks of Wealth ====
 ==== Commerce Scale Item Value ====
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 * Purchasing something '''1 point less''' than the character's value will '''subtract/cost 2 commerce points'''.
 * Purchasing something '''2 points less''' than the current commerce level will '''not effect''' commerce level.
 == Play Modes ==

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 === Commerce Points ===
-Commerce points is a simple and optional method to implement a commerce system without the need to keep track of individual money totals....  (TODO)
+Commerce points is a simple and optional method to implement a commerce system without the need to keep track of individual moneys.  It's an order of magnitude scale defining how wealthy the character is. Going from 0 to 8.
 == Play Modes ==

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	=== Commerce Points ===		=== Commerce Points ===
	Commerce points is a simple method to ~~give~~ implement a commerce system without the need to keep track of individual.... (TODO)		Commerce points is a simple and optional method to implement a commerce system without the need to keep track of individual money totals.... (TODO)

	== Play Modes ==		== Play Modes ==

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 Strength/Reflex/Intelligence based skills. These cannot be added to combat rolls, however they can be added (or subtracted) through an assist.
-===== Vocation & Vocational Skills =====
+===== Vocations & Vocational Skills =====
 Skills that are learned based on the history of the character. The player must work with the narrator in picking the vocation. Points in vocational skills are pulled from the '''same pool as the core skills'''. Each player MUST have at least one vocation. Unemployed characters can have life goals or ideas like "Drifter" or "Murderer". '''One free skill point''' is assigned to your '''first vocation'''. One core attribute is attributed to each vocation and determines which attribute is added to the dice pool for a vocation check. '''Vocations cannot be used to make skill checks'''. They are only "assist" skills. Not all vocational skills need to be filled; They can be earned through the game. '''Vocational skills may not individually have more points than the parent vocation'''. These skills come in two flavors. '''Vocational Skills''' and '''Combat Skills'''.
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 and 2. These are the only skills that can be used in combat.
 == Play Modes ==
-=== Fast Play ===
+=== Fastplay ===
 player characters will be given '''2 Attribute points''' and '''12 skill points''' they may assign to their character during character creation.
 === Campaign Play ===
-players will start with less attribute and skill points and gain more during play the course of their adventure.
+players will start with the same attribute and skill points as Fastplay, but they can gain more during play the course of their adventure.
 == Useful External Links ==
 [https://cogentroleplay.com/rules Official Rules and link to character sheet]