Attributes and Disciplines

Attributes Overview #

Attributes represent a character’s innate physical and mental capabilities and preferred approaches to problem-solving. For humanoid characters, Attributes typically range from 7 to 12, with 8 representing average ability.

Attribute Details #

Control #

• Represents precision and the ability to maintain composure under pressure.
• Often used for delicate or precise tasks requiring fine motor skills or accuracy.
• Examples:
  • Repairing a device.
  • Giving detailed instructions.
  • Resisting fear or panic through stubbornness.

Daring #

• Reflects quick reflexes and instinctive decision-making under pressure.
• Often used in emergencies or risky situations requiring immediate action.
• Examples:
  • Responding to an imminent threat.
  • Making split-second decisions.
  • Acting on instinct without detailed analysis.

Fitness #

• Represents physical strength, stamina, and endurance.
• Often used in tasks requiring force or resisting physical challenges.
• Examples:
  • Climbing or swimming in difficult conditions.
  • Withstanding the effects of toxins or harsh environments.
  • Employing raw physical force.

Insight #

• Represents emotional intelligence and understanding of others.
• Often used to interpret feelings, anticipate actions, and reflect on personal experiences.
• Examples:
  • Reading the mood of a group.
  • Predicting another’s actions based on behavior.
  • Calming or reassuring others.

Presence #

• Represents charisma, leadership, and commanding respect.
• Often used in negotiation, persuasion, and maintaining composure in stressful situations.
• Examples:
  • Leading a group under duress.
  • Swaying opinions through rhetoric.
  • Resisting coercion or intimidation.

Reason #

• Represents logical thinking, planning, and analyzing complex problems.
• Often used in research, calculations, and forming hypotheses.
• Examples:
  • Analyzing data or phenomena.
  • Studying a subject or making calculations.
  • Swaying opinions through facts and logic.

Disciplines Overview #

Disciplines represent training and expertise in six key areas of Starfleet operations. They range from 0 to 5, with 1 representing basic training and 5 representing mastery.

Discipline Details #

Command #

• Represents leadership, coordination, and interpersonal interaction.
• Examples:
  • Rallying a group under pressure.
  • Negotiating a treaty.
  • Resisting coercion.

Conn #

• Represents piloting, navigation, and understanding starship operations.
• Examples:
  • Piloting through dangerous terrain.
  • Plotting a precise course.
  • Interpreting starship protocols.

Engineering #

• Represents technical expertise and the use of advanced technology.
• Examples:
  • Repairing damaged systems.
  • Creating improvised solutions.
  • Studying or designing new technology.

Security #

• Represents combat skills, strategy, and threat analysis.
• Examples:
  • Defending against ambushes.
  • Interrogating suspects.
  • Identifying threats in an unfamiliar environment.

Science #

• Represents theoretical and applied knowledge across scientific fields.
• Examples:
  • Conducting experiments.
  • Analyzing alien biology.
  • Applying the scientific method to solve problems.

Medicine #

• Represents knowledge of lifeforms, ailments, and treatment.
• Examples:
  • Performing surgery or emergency care.
  • Diagnosing illnesses.
  • Researching treatments for unknown diseases.

Attribute and Discipline Interactions #

When performing a Task, a character combines one Attribute and one Discipline, determined by the Gamemaster. The total of these values forms the Target Number for success. Examples:

If the character has a relevant Focus, any roll equal to or below the Discipline’s value scores an additional success.

Key Terms #