[DF] Mind Control resistance roll etc.

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Originally Posted by cltchrn

Is Bardic Mind Control different from Psionic Mind Control 2 other the limitations of the power modifier?

That power modifier makes a big difference! As soon as the Bard stops singing or playing his instrument, the effect ends. If he's singing, it's probably hard to give his slave(s) commands unless that's all he's focusing on during his turn. If he's playing, his hands are occupied. Also, Magic Resistance resists bardic MC, guys with no hearing are immune to it, etc., etc.

As far as making a guy freeze so you can kill him, I would probably allow it without another Quick Contest, on the theory that Mind Control blinds the victim to the fact that he and the Bard (or Mentalist) are enemies. But ultimately it's a flavor question. Maybe the PM should make a difference here somehow. Not sure how though.