Panhandling

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Secondary Abilities

Description: You are a skilled beggar. You are able to get people to give you money just by asking for it. The art of panhandling is performed through a subtle blend of Manipulation, Empathy, Intimidation, Streetwise and Subterfuge. You know whom to ask, how to approach them, what to say, and how to avoid police. This is a useful Talent for picking up quick cash or for creating a cover.

  • Novice: You can tell a good hard-luck story.
    • Practiced: You can gain sympathy from most people.
      • Competent: Real smooth. You can hit even the hardhearted for a few bucks.
        • Expert: People want to take you home and feed and clothe you.
          • Master: You can get whatever you want (within reason) for free.

Possessed by: Street People, Addicts, Drifters, Professional Beggars

Specialties: The Rack, Yuppies, Sob Stories, Targeting