Persuasion
| Name | Persuasion |
|---|---|
| Ability | Charisma |
Persuasion measures your ability to influence others through tact, social grace, or good nature. It involves honest and diplomatic communication to change attitudes and behavior.
Common Uses
- Negotiate: Reach agreements or compromises through discussion
- Convince: Change someone's mind or opinion honestly
- Inspire: Rally allies or encourage cooperation
- Diplomacy: Conduct formal negotiations between groups
- Request Favors: Ask for help or assistance politely
Example DCs
| DC | Task |
|---|---|
| 10 | Convince someone of something they want to believe |
| 15 | Persuade someone to do a reasonable favor |
| 20 | Convince someone to take a significant risk |
| 25 | Persuade someone to act against their own interests |
Persuasion vs. Deception vs. Intimidation
- Persuasion: Honest, diplomatic influence (Charisma)
- Deception: Dishonest manipulation through lies (Charisma)
- Intimidation: Coercion through fear and threats (Charisma)
Related Features
- Bards and paladins excel at Persuasion
- College of Eloquence bards get special Persuasion benefits
- Noble background grants Persuasion proficiency
- Some paladin oaths enhance diplomatic abilities
Synergies
Characters proficient in Persuasion often benefit from:
- High Charisma scores
- Bard or paladin class levels
- Noble or Guild Artisan backgrounds
- Charm Person spell
- Suggestion spell
- Zone of Truth (for honest negotiations)