The ceremonial combat, naturally, demanded a touch of ritual. As the two faced off, they didn't immediately start fighting but instead each struck a cool POSE.
It was an almost universal rule that both players and NPCs followed. According to a gaming guru, both lines and POSES were key factors in obtaining Plot Points -- 'based on your performance in the story campaign,' they said, referred exactly to this.
Not only did you have to win, but you also had to win with style, in a manner befitting your character's storyline role. That way, the System would score you highly, rewarding you with more Plot Points.
Aidan (Prince of Altland): "Surrender, villain, for your days of wickedness end today. As the Prince of Altland, I, Aidan, shall bring you to justice! Lay down your weapon, and I promise you a fair trial."
Scar Willson (Brigand Leader): "A fair trial? Hahahaha, don't make me laugh, children of the Highland never yield. Go to hell, invader, I'll use your skull as a bowl."
