Whenever the hero encounters a new language, either spoken or written, he can make an Intelligence check to determine if he can understand it. Benefit: With this talent, the Smart hero becomes a master linguist. Linguist Prerequisite: At least 1 rank in either Read/Write Language or Speak Language for each of three different languages. Computer Use, Craft (any single skill), Decipher Script, Demolitions, Disable Device, Forgery, Investigate, Knowledge (any single skill), Navigate, Repair, Research, Search.

A Smart hero can take this talent multiple times each time it applies to a different skill. The Smart hero gets to add a bonus equal to his or her Smart level when making checks with that skill. Savant Benefit: Select one of the skills listed in the following paragraph. These talents can be selected in any order. The Smart hero has a natural aptitude for study and fact-finding. No talent can be selected more than once unless expressly indicated. As long as the hero qualifies, he or she can select freely from any and all talent trees. Some trees have a set order that must be followed, while others provide a list to choose from. In addition to the two feats all characters get at 1st level, a Smart Hero begins play with the Simple Weapons Proficiency feat.Īll of the following are class features of the Smart hero.Īt 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 9th level, the Smart hero selects a talent from the following talent trees.

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