Remain aloof
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From: An Exceptional Story: The Shallows
Betting on chess? It just isn't done. Perhaps you might venture an acerbic remark.
Challenge information
Broad, 
Persuasive 14
- 10 - very chancy (42%)
- 12 - chancy (51%)
- 15 - modest (64%)
- 17 - very modest (72%)
- 19 - low-risk (81%)
- 22 - straightforward (94%)
- 24 - straightforward (100%)
Success
Clearing the board
Your holier-than-thou attitude puts a dampener on the party, and the audience disperses in small, surly groups.[…]But nestled in the grass you spot something dropped during the betting.
The Butler and the Cook each give you a quiet nod of thanks.[…][Find the rest of the story at https://www.fallenlondon.com]
Persuasive is increasing…
Visit the Season of Bargains card to unlock an exclusive story for Exceptional Friends: The Shallows.
You've gained 1 x Correspondence Plaque
Failure
En passant
Your holier-than-thou attitude barely registers […] The whispered comments on each move are loud […] The Butler and the Cook exchange a glance of exasperation. […]
Still, the game was intriguing. You replay some of the key moves as you stroll away.[Find the rest of the story at https://www.fallenlondon.com]
- Persuasive is increasing…
- Visit the Season of Bargains card to unlock an exclusive story for Exceptional Friends: The Shallows.
You've gained 12 x Cryptic Clue
