No.
>As far as I can see, from examples in the book, they are an excellent
>source of Action Points in combat whilst allowing you extra attacks
>and to defend against multiple attacks with very little
>consequences.
>
>In other systems I'd be heavily penalising through treasure and
>experience awards but I'm not sure how you balance out the followers
>thing....
>
>Do you roll ability checks on the relationship in tricky situations,
>or simple contests if asked to fight someone with a heavy reputation??
Balance is odd in HW, but:
i) followers are limited in scope (e.g., not all followers will accompany
on heroquests, they can't act independently, they may need wealth etc. to
equip, you can't take followers everywhere, they can die more easily than
you).
ii) yes - roll ability checks on the relationship in tricky situations
iii) more followers means tougher enemies and challenges will be faced*
Thom
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