Should You Choose Rhetoric Edge or Drunken Precision in Character Creator?

Deciding between Rhetoric Edge and Drunken Precision in Where Winds Meet? We break down the pros and cons of each choice to help you pick the best starting buff for your adventure.

Alright, so you're at the character creator in Where Winds Meet and you've hit a choice: Rhetoric Edge or Drunken Precision? It's a small thing, but it can give you a nice little boost early on. Let's figure out which one makes more sense for you.

Here's the lowdown on what each buff does:

From what we've seen, the Gift of the Gab debates can be pretty tough, especially early in the game. Some of those missions, like the one near the ruined fort or in central Heaven's Pier, can really give you a run for your money. Having that extra +2 Inspiration from Rhetoric Edge can make a huge difference in winning those card battles.

On the flip side, the Pitch Pot minigame with Drunken Precision is designed to help with aiming. The game simulates being a bit drunk, making your screen sway, and you have to aim at a target. If you struggle with reaction times or keeping steady, Drunken Precision will definitely make this easier by reducing sway and aim time. We haven't run into any super difficult Pitch Pot challenges ourselves, but it's good to know it's there if you need it.

Now, you can actually make the Gift of the Gab debates easier by choosing the Scholar career path. While Healers are super popular for co-op, Scholars have their own perks, like messing with the criminal system and crafting custom cards. These cards can be a big help in those tough debate missions. So, while Rhetoric Edge is great, the Scholar path can also mitigate the difficulty of the debates.

So, which one should you pick? For overall value and a smoother early game experience, especially if you find yourself struggling with the debate missions, Rhetoric Edge is probably the better bet. It gives you a direct advantage in a type of encounter that can be quite challenging early on. Drunken Precision is more niche, useful if you know you'll struggle with the Pitch Pot aiming mechanic, but the debates often feel more impactful to overcome.