Reactions

In Obscured, certain abilities are designed to be reactive, allowing a Hunter to respond quickly to unfolding events during combat. These abilities are known as "Reactions".

Unlike Prepared Actions, Reactions don't require a Hunter to sacrifice a turn. They can be used at any time, as long as the trigger event outlined in the ability's description happens.

A Hunter might leech a bit of lifeforce during an enemy's attack, or create a split-second barrier to protect a wounded ally.

Example

Overseer: "The spectral hound lunges, its fangs dripping with otherworldly venom. What do you do, John?"

John: "This thing is getting too close for comfort. Time to play my ace in the hole - I use my 'Correction' reaction!"

Overseer: "The hound snaps its jaws around your arm. You feel a surge of power and you skip backwards in time, the damage fading like mist. The enraged hound howls, momentarily disoriented."

Amy: "I think you just broke the laws of reality, John. Impressive!"