Sociopath

Value
Common, Total: 15 Points • Common, Total: 20 Points
Description
A Sociopath has a clear and lucid understanding about the world, with the exception being his view on just how the world interacts with himself. Specifically, a Sociopath knows there is a difference between right and wrong or good and bad, and can tell what that difference is. He just doesn't care about the difference because, in his mind, the normal rules of behavior just don't apply to him. The character has his own set of rules that he applies to the world, and those are the only rules that apply to him. Thus, the Sociopathic character is free to act pretty much as he pleases.
This Complication precludes the character from having any moral compunction against violence or criminal behavior.
A Sociopath tends to have poor impulse control and inadequate control over his temper. He becomes annoyed and aggressive easily, and is prone to getting into fights. He lies and steals almost habitually, feels little to no remorse for his actions, and has little to no empathy for others. The character has no respect for other people's personal boundaries or personal rights, and has no regard for their safety or well-being. They can't stand to be bored, and often will act Impulsively and dangerously just to do something about it.
Sociopathic characters often have juvenile criminal records, and histories of cruelty to animals.
While real world Psychology does not differentite between Sociopathy and Psychopathy, for the purposes of this list, the two are not the same psychological conditions. They are, however, similar enough that they both should never be taken by the same character.
See Also
Arrogant, Callous, Casual Killer, Criminal Conviction, Deceptive, Devil Hiding in Plain Sight, Holds "Mortals" in Contempt, Impulsive, Psychopath, Reckless With the Lives of Others, Thinks the Rules Don't Apply to Him, Villain With Good Publicity
Category:Complications
Category:Psychological Complications
Category:Psychological Complications S - T
Category:Compulsions
Category:Compulsive Crime Complications
Category:Complications Not Recommended for Player Characters