Smarts is a representation of your characters ability to interpret, understand, and recall information, it is raw mental aptitude.

A character high in Smarts is able to hold themselves together better in combat, be prepared for an oncoming firefight, their knowledge of the arcane makes them more resistant to offensive magics and their sharp mind more resilient against mental attacks.

Smarts is a key Stat for the following Shortcuts and Skills:

• Initiative
• Action Points
• Ward
• Skill Rank Maximum
• Will Save
• Knowledge:Material
• Knowledge:Astral
• Knowledge:Social