Core Mechanics

The d20 Check

d20 + Attribute + Skill + PB (if proficient) + Item/Legacy/Traits vs DC.

Standard DCs

10 easy
12 routine
14 tricky
16 hard
18 expert
20+ heroic

Edge/Hindrance

Edge: roll 2d20, keep highest.
Hindrance: roll 2d20, keep lowest.

Fortune Uses

You have Fortune points per session = Fortune rating (minimum 0). Spend to:

Re‑roll a d20 you just rolled (keep new).
Turn a hit against you into a glance (half damage) once per scene (cost 2).
Declare a minor coincidence (ST sets limits).

Initiative

Roll d20 + Agility (or Insight if preparing an ambush). Highest to lowest.

Optional: Group Initiative

PCs vs NPCs. Sides alternate; PCs choose their order.