The "Size Discount for ST -- Why?" Discussion

[Tomsdad]

Originally Posted by AlexanderHowl

The problem with ST is that high ST is much more useful for smaller characters than larger characters because of tactical utility. An ST 50 SM+4 creature is going to have less tactical utility than an ST 50 SM+0 creature. The former is incapable of entering most buildings without destroying them from the outside while the latter is capable of infiltrating the same building and punching people through the walls.

I see what your saying, but SM itself counted a zero sum combination of positive and negative effects. Although again what the setting is important here. SM4 is going to be more of negative in a campaign based around courtly intrigue and spying, than in a prehistoric lost world.