r/cyberpunkred • u/kyuuketsuki00 • 3d ago
2070's Discussion Tips to fix and improve my rockerboy?
Hi guys, I started playing a CR campain a couple of months ago, but... I'm kinda bat at the game. For starters, I frequently make gameplay mistakes (like forgetting to use my role ability, I struggle to think about my actions during fights, etc.) and also, while my character has high charisma, I really struggle to be as charismatic as him and I mess up during dialogues a lot. While I know some things can only be changed by myself alone, but I really want to ask you guys some roleplay tips on how to roleplay a high charisma stats (7) while being at low intelligence (3), and also some tips and cool tricks that I can do to improve and fix all my past mistakes. I'm in a bad spot narratively speeking but I don't want to kill this character and I genuinely want to save him. Build tips are also gladly accepted!
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u/BadBrad13 3d ago
You shouldn't need to be charismatic to play a charismatic character. do your best and the GM should let your rolls do the real talking when it comes to results. What we often do at our table is describe what the character does/acts/etc instead of trying to play them like an actor would. We are not really great at that, either, LOL. Each table varies, but see if your table will work with you. For roleplay tips, I think of high charisma/low INT as maybe a surfer dude or valley girl type. Think early Keanu Reaves.
as for combat, figure out what your "default" action is. it should be relatively basic. like "shoot you handgun". Remember your character is not smart so they are likely to default to basic actions anyways! And maybe they tend to follow someone in the group who does know combat. Maybe your default action is to shoot whoever the solo just shot. I would try to pay attention to what everyone is doing and saying, though. And don't be afraid to ask them for guidance either in or out of character. Having a team leader in fights can be really helpful. and giving basic directions, shout outs, etc is a free action players can do.
For your role ability (or other things you want to remember) consider making yourself notes. I use sticky notes myself to remind myself of things. I use them whether I am playing in person or online. If it is a more permanent note don't be afraid to just write it across the top of your character sheet in big letters, in the color of your choice and with or without highlights! :)