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 The character excels in the execution of capital punishments, whether it involves the use of an axe, hanging, [[Quartering|quartering]], burial of living victims and other legally sanctioned methods of execution.  Additionally, this character possesses knowledge and expertise in administering non-lethal forms of punishment, such as the stocks, gibbet, or the rack, displaying competence in these practices as well. Their mastery extends to the tools and techniques involved in these morbid tasks.
-If beheading serves as the primary method of execution in the character's homeland, then the character may include a battle axe in their list of proficiencies.  Such places include England, Scotland, France, Germany, Scandinavia and the various Germanic kingdoms of Eastern Europe.
+If beheading serves as the primary method of execution in the character's homeland, then the character may include a battle axe in their list of [[Weapon Proficiencies|proficiencies]].  Such places include England, Scotland, France, Germany, Scandinavia and the various Germanic kingdoms of Eastern Europe.
 ==== Resilience ====

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-'''Execution''' is an amateur-status sage ability that provides the mindset and perseverance of a professional executioner, one who is able to bring about the death of criminals without remorse or self-reproach — in fact, the work is seen as a duty and a virtue.  The character is skilled at carrying out capital crimes by axe, hanging, [[Quartering|quartering]], burying alive or other legal means.  Knowledge is also had of wresting pain and unpleasantness through non-lethal punishments, such as the stocks, gibbet or the rack, so that the character is competent at these activities.
+'''Execution''' is an amateur-status sage ability that provides a mindset and determination akin to a seasoned [[Executioner (profession)|executioner]].  This person is capable of carrying out the grim task of ending the lives of criminals without feeling inner turmoil or self-reproach. In fact, they view this work as a solemn duty and a virtuous act.
-The character has excellent knowledge of the tools and practice involved; if the axe is the preferred means of execution in the character's homeland, a [[Battle Axe (weapon)|battle axe]] may be added to the character's list of [[Weapon Proficiencies|proficiencies]].
+The character excels in the execution of capital punishments, whether it involves the use of an axe, hanging, [[Quartering|quartering]], burial of living victims and other legally sanctioned methods of execution.  Additionally, this character possesses knowledge and expertise in administering non-lethal forms of punishment, such as the stocks, gibbet, or the rack, displaying competence in these practices as well. Their mastery extends to the tools and techniques involved in these morbid tasks.
-==== Resistance to Influence ====
+If beheading serves as the primary method of execution in the character's homeland, then the character may include a battle axe in their list of proficiencies.  Such places include England, Scotland, France, Germany, Scandinavia and the various Germanic kingdoms of Eastern Europe.
-Additionally, the character's experience with the dead, as well as being a witness to suffering, gives a +1 save vs. [[Nausea|nausea]] or other effects related to disgust or ugliness (including the appearance of a [[Medusa|medusa]]).
+==== Resilience ====
 See [[Murder (sage study)|Murder]]
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-'''Execution''' is an amateur-status ability that provides the mindset and perseverance of a professional executioner, one who is able to bring about the death of criminals without remorse or self-reproach — in fact, the work is seen as a duty and a virtue.  The character is skilled at carrying out capital crimes by axe, hanging, [[Quartering|quartering]], burying alive or other legal means.  Knowledge is also had of wresting pain and unpleasantness through non-lethal punishments, such as the stocks, gibbet or the rack, so that the character is competent at these activities.
+'''Execution''' is an amateur-status sage ability that provides the mindset and perseverance of a professional executioner, one who is able to bring about the death of criminals without remorse or self-reproach — in fact, the work is seen as a duty and a virtue.  The character is skilled at carrying out capital crimes by axe, hanging, [[Quartering|quartering]], burying alive or other legal means.  Knowledge is also had of wresting pain and unpleasantness through non-lethal punishments, such as the stocks, gibbet or the rack, so that the character is competent at these activities.
 The character has excellent knowledge of the tools and practice involved; if the axe is the preferred means of execution in the character's homeland, a [[Battle Axe (weapon)|battle axe]] may be added to the character's list of [[Weapon Proficiencies|proficiencies]].

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 ==== Resistance to Influence ====
-Because the character has learned to close off feelings of sympathy or compassion for intended victims, this grants protection against the influence of suggestion or forms of seduction, such as might be felt by a [[Love Potion|love potion]].  The character gains a +2 [[Saving Throws|saving throw]] vs. [[Charm (magic form)|charm]] spells on account of this.  The use of such magic is commonly attempted to dissuade an executioner in the work to be done, so that those doing the work possess this natural immunity.
+Because the character has learned to close off feelings of sympathy or compassion for intended victims, this grants protection against the influence of suggestion or forms of seduction, such as might be felt by a [[Love Potion|love potion]].  The character gains a +2 [[Saving Throws|saving throw]] vs. [[Charm|charm]] spells on account of this.  The use of such magic is commonly attempted to dissuade an executioner in the work to be done, so that those doing the work possess this natural immunity.
 Additionally, the character's experience with the dead, as well as being a witness to suffering, gives a +1 save vs. [[Nausea|nausea]] or other effects related to disgust or ugliness (including the appearance of a [[Medusa|medusa]]).

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 Describes the scope and attitude of a professional executioner, one who carries out capital crimes and non-lethal physical punishments, such as time spent in the stocks or gibbet, or on the rack.  The ability grants compentence in performing the act, whether through beheading, hanging, poisoning or various other forms of execution.  The character will have excellent knowledge of the tools, practice and efficient carrying out of the duty.
-Moreover, the character is able to close off all emotional responses towards victims, as they choose.  The ability, therefore, grants immunity to both sympathy and empathy of the intended victim, and as a bulwark against the emotional expressions of others with association to the victim.  Even magical attempts to dissuade the character are resisted, as the ability gives a +4 [[Saving Throws|saving throw]] against charm, only when the character is influenced against performing an execution as intended.
+Moreover, the character is able to close off all emotional responses towards victims, as they choose.  The ability, therefore, grants immunity to both sympathy and empathy of the intended victim, and as a bulwark against the emotional expressions of others with association to the victim.  Even magical attempts to dissuade the character are resisted, as the ability gives a +4 [[Saving Throws|saving throw]] against [[Charm Person & Mammal (spell)|charm]], only when the character is influenced against performing an execution as intended.
 Likewise, the character's experience with the dead and the nature of those suffering punishments also gives a +2 saving throw vs. nausea, and any other effects related to revulsion.

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	Describes the scope and attitude of a professional executioner, one who carries out capital crimes and non-lethal physical punishments, such as time spent in the stocks or gibbet, or on the rack. The ability grants compentence in performing the act, whether through beheading, hanging, poisoning or various other forms of execution. The character will have excellent knowledge of the tools, practice and efficient carrying out of the duty.		Describes the scope and attitude of a professional executioner, one who carries out capital crimes and non-lethal physical punishments, such as time spent in the stocks or gibbet, or on the rack. The ability grants compentence in performing the act, whether through beheading, hanging, poisoning or various other forms of execution. The character will have excellent knowledge of the tools, practice and efficient carrying out of the duty.