Fundamentals of Law (Intelligence Perk)

You understand how local laws, customs, jurisdictions, and technicalities overlap—and you know exactly when to use that knowledge to your advantage.

When making a Charisma check involving guards, members of the watch, or other local law-enforcement officials, you gain a +2 bonus to the roll. This applies when negotiating, explaining yourself, arguing a legal technicality, contesting an accusation, or attempting to reduce a punishment.

In addition, whenever you would be required to pay a fine, legal fee, or monetary penalty, the amount you must pay is reduced by 20%. This represents your ability to exploit local customs, obscure regulations, jurisdictional issues, and favorable interpretations of the law.