15. HIDE:

Ability to conceal oneself from detection, primarily anti-vision but can be used for odour and movement.

Skill rating ÷2 enables character to conceal objects (this is not camouflage). Characters with this skill are either trained in hiding (Spies, Soldiers, Scouts), or have gained it through overuse (Streetmen, Thieves, Hunters, Magicians, Gamblers).

 Exceptional success results in +10% to opposition's senses roll and/or +20% to opposition's Sight Senses roll. Linked with Sneak, Scouting, Infiltration, Tracking, Tactics and Streetwise.

Obligatory:

• Spy
• Soldier
• some Streetmen
• Thieves
• Bounty Hunters