[Psionics] Why do Mental Stab 1 and 2 have Malediction?

[VIVIT]

Originally Posted by David Johnston2

So what's the appropriate modifier for a malediction with no range that can be dodged but will continue until you finally touch your victim?

That sounds more like an Aura than like a Malediction.

[David Johnston2]

Originally Posted by VIVIT

That sounds more like an Aura than like a Malediction.

Not even remotely. Remember it still has to be a contested roll and it isn't defensive.