On being Feared

[Railstar]

Originally Posted by whswhs

On one hand, that isn't much of a source of problems for Nergul; in fact, the average Loyalty score is going to be about 13, an effective +2.5. On the other hand, it's a trivial enough effect so that it's probably not worth rolling for even if it's justified by the fear (which admittedly is at best debatable).

I don't suggest rolling for the sake of significant effects on the loyalty score. I suggest it just because it can help give life to an NPC.

For instance, if you roll a 12, you can get the Igor/Renfield stereotype (even though Renfield didn't fit the stereotype in the books). On an 8 or 9, you get a sullen follower, who serves unhappily, so while his loyalty score doesn't change much it means you can play that hireling as not enjoying his job. On a 10, you get someone initially nervous but quickly pleasantly surprised by any nice behaviour from Nergul.

Essentially, if you've not already decided on the hireling's personality, this can be a good starting point.