Bad Statuses

There are many Powers, Wares and customizations that inflict 「Bad Statuses」 (abbreviated as BS).

BS can cripple a character and create fatal openings.

Each BS has an "intensity," and suffering multiple low intensity BS can result in them strengthening. If multiple BS share the same name, their intensities stack.

Characters who have suffered BS will have their fumble threshold increased by [total intensity of all BS combined] points.

If a character with a fumble threshold of 2 suffers 「Aroused 2」 and 「Restrained 1」, their fumble their will become 5. If they then suffer 「Aroused 1」, the intensity of 「Aroused」 will become 3, and fumble threshold 6.

All BS suffered will be removed the moment combat ends.

While there are multiple types of BS, all of them are treated the same by the rules. The types of BS are listed below, along with some effects to be used for mid-combat RP.

= Terrified = The character withers as fear and awe are instilled in them. Both attacks and counters may take more concentration than usual.

= Restrained = The character is immobilized by tentacles or a submission hold. Due to movement being limited, major openings can be created. If the participants wish so, it is fine to make use of lewd restraints for ERP.

= Confused = Bewilderment and confusion. The character cannot focus on the combat before them. Such a state can easily invite fatal mistakes.

= Ashamed = The character cannot stay calm due to their clothes being stripped or their secrets being exposed. Due to mental inhibitions, it is easy for one's movement to be limited and mind to be shaken.

If there is a third party around, some light ERP might occur.

= Aroused = The character's body aches in a sexual way due to aphrodisiacs or suggestive stimuli. On the verge of drowning in sexual urges, they cannot act in a calm manner. Also easy to use for ERP.

While by its nature as a bad status, it is removed after combat, it is fine to describe the effect lingering for ERP.