> Imagine a contest (any kind) where Dushi has a Boast 17 and Helatr
> has Boast 17 too. Dushi succeeds with a 2 and Helatr fails with a
> 18.
>
> Now, this doesn't sit well with Helatr's player, and he spends a
> Hero point to bump it to a success.
>
> So now we've got 2 successes, but Helatr still rolled higher than
> Dushi, and by the rules, Dushi still wins.
>
> Is that how it's supposed to work?
Yes. Helatr's HP has at least reduced the level of his loss. And yes, it's usually more useful in extended contests (since it can keep you "alive" until the next exchange).
David Dunham <mailto:dunham_at_...>
Glorantha/HW/RQ page: <http://www.pensee.com/dunham/glorantha.html>
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