# Realistic Reactions, Injury & Fear

### Character Guidelines for Roleplaying Injuries and Threats

#### Injury Role Play

* **Acknowledge and React**: Roleplay the effects of injuries realistically. Minor cuts cause discomfort, while a gunshot wound should be severely incapacitating.
* **Progressive Recovery**: Show realistic recovery over time; instant healing is not permitted.
* **Fatal Incidents**: Acknowledge that fatal injuries lead to permanent character death.

#### Fear Role Play

* **Realistic Reactions**: Display genuine fear in life-threatening situations.
* **Priority on Survival**: Avoid unrealistic heroics, especially when outnumbered or unarmed.

#### Value of Life

* **Survival Instincts**: Characters should prioritize their survival naturally.
* **Avoid Recklessness**: Do not engage in life-threatening actions without a compelling in-character reason.
