Abilities & Attributes

You’re good at making contacts and working them for all they’re worth. While these networks won’t actually act on your behalf (certain Backgrounds cover that sort of thing), they’re real lifesavers when you’re trying to assemble data (Perception + Networking), get something done (Manipulation + Networking), or win someone over (Charisma or Appearance + Networking) through your various contacts. Simple tasks have lower difficulties, while obscure or difficult tasks demand much better rolls – or, in story terms, a more thorough and dedicated network.

Networking demands time, access, and attention. Although cell phones and laptops can link you to your contacts in most tech-enabled locations, you still need to spend time reaching out and maintaining your network. Occasionally, they’ll ask you for favors too – you get nothing for nothing, after all! The nice thing, though, about extensive networks is that the people in them have a greater ability to help one another when need be.

• Novice: You’ve got some friends who know some friends.

•• Practiced: You know how to sweet-talk certain gatekeepers.

••• Skillful: You know who to talk to and how to talk to them.

•••• Expert: With two hours and a phone, you work wonders.

••••• Master: Access to almost anyone is just a matter of time.

Possessed by

Syndicate Ops, Sales Reps, Schmooze Masters, Agents, PR Consultants, Research Assistants, Personal Assistants, Journalists, Editors, Bloggers, Activists

Specialties

Research, Politics, Celebrities, Contact Info, Favors, Tickets, Dirt, the Underworld

Ratings