The Continuum - Characteristics

Characteristics

There are 6 core characteristics to pay attention to in The Continuum, as well as a number of additional stats that should be discussed.

Strength (STR) - A measure of innate physical force. It equals starting max Damage for Melee characters and is an Important factor in determining Attack Factor (AF) for melee characters.

Intelligence (INT) - A measure of mental prowess. It equals starting Damage for Ranged characters and affects the % chance for a Squad to successfully Target One during Combat (if Character is Leader). It is also an important factor for determining AF for ranged characters

Willpower (WIL) - The force of a character's personality, persistence and beliefs. It affects the % chance for a Squad to Retreat (if Character is Leader) and affects the rate at which Morale drops for a Squad (if Character is Leader). Also, at Ability Level 2, starts to add to character's Morale (2 per Ability level)and factors into the ability to resist/be missed by attacks of all kinds

Constitution (CON) - Hardiness and physical endurance it determines starting HP (HP = 2x starting CON) and affects Defense Factor (DF), which helps the character avoid being affected by attacks of all kinds. Also, at each purchased Ability Level, it increases CON and HP.

Dexterity (DEX) - Agility, accuracy and precision. It affects AF and DF.

Speed (SPD) - Quickness and ability to cover distances. It determines the Movement Points for Characters (Movement is equal to SPD/10) and determines relative bonus/penalty to Initiative/order of action in combat. It also affects DF.