Contests to change reaction roll results

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Originally Posted by Steve Jackson

Rather than rules for rerolls and re-re-rolls, how about:

Changing Reactions
A bad reaction roll does not have to be the end of the scene. PCs can make a better offer, change their approach . . . roleplay it! The GM may choose to allow a new reaction roll, though perhaps at a penalty. The “contest” system (p. 00) can be used if the PCs can suggest a way to impress the NPCs.

Secret Reactions
If the characters hire a non-player character as a specialist, lackey, or extra sword arm, the GM may make a secret reaction roll to find out how his NPC really feels about his bosses. This will help him decide how the NPC feels if he’s placed in great danger or given a profitable opportunity to defect.

That sounds perfect to me since social contests should work regardless of the situation.