A challenging theft

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From: Burglary with the Master Jewel Thief


You have a line on a stone of real value. But it'll take considerable expertise.


Challenge information

Broad, Shadowy 500

  • 342 - very chancy (41%)
  • 425 - chancy (51%)
  • 509 - modest (61%)
  • 592 - very modest (71%)
  • 675 - low-risk (81%)
  • 759 - straightforward (91%)
  • 834 - straightforward (100%)

Narrow, Intriguing Snippet 20 (50% base)

  • 16 and below - almost impossible (10%)
  • 17 - high-risk (20%)
  • 18 - high-risk (30%)
  • 19 - tough (40%)
  • 20 - very chancy (50%)
  • 21 - chancy (60%)
  • 22 - modest (70%)
  • 23 - very modest (80%)
  • 24 - low-risk (90%)
  • 25 and above - straightforward (100%)

Success

An illicit thrill

You exchange a kiss over the velvet nest where the jewel lies winking. "You're a good thief," one of you says. "You're better," the other whispers. Someone blushes. Delightful, but hsst, now, get out of here before the Men in Red return.


Failure

A trap!

You two have been two successful for your own good. The elaborate trail of clues was a trap! The jaws of your own clockwork schemes close on you. You barely escape in time.