Actions

When you Channel, you open your mind to arcane or divine power.

You might cast a spell or understand aspects of arcana. You could try to perceive beyond sight in order to better understand your situation (but Surveying might be better).

When you Command, you compel swift obedience.

You might intimidate or threaten to get what you want. You might lead a gang in a group action. You could try to order people around to persuade them (but Consorting might be better).

When you Consort, you socialise with friends and contacts.

You might gain access to resources, information, people, or places. You might make a good impression or win someone over with your charm and style. You might make new friends or connect with your heritage or background. You could try to manipulate your friends with social pressure (but Sway might be better).

When you Hunt, you carefully track a target.

You might follow a target or discover their location. You might arrange an ambush. You might attack with precision shooting from a distance. You could try to bring your guns to bear in a melee (but Skirmishing might be better).

When you Skirmish, you entangle a target in close combat so they can’t easily escape.

You might brawl or wrestle with them. You might hack and slash. You might seize or hold a position in battle. You could try to fight in a formal duel (but Finessing might be better).

When you Skulk, you move stealthily or without being noticed. You dextrously manipulate or subtly misdirect.

You might sneak past a guard or hide in the shadows. You might pick someone’s pocket. You might attack someone from hiding with a backstab or blackjack. You could try to waylay a victim in the midst of battle (but Skirmishing might be better).

When you Study, you scrutinize details and interpret evidence.

You might gather information from documents, newspapers, and books. You might do research on an esoteric topic. You might closely analyse a person to detect lies or true feelings. You could try to examine events to understand a pressing situation (but Surveying might be better).

When you Survey, you observe the situation and anticipate outcomes.

You might spot telltale signs of trouble before it happens. You might uncover opportunities or weaknesses. You might detect a person’s motivations or intentions. You could try to spot a good ambush point (but Hunting might be better).

When you Sway, you influence with guile, charm, or argument.

You might lie convincingly. You might persuade someone to do what you want. You might argue a compelling case that leaves no clear rebuttal. You could try to trick people into affection or obedience (but Consorting or Commanding might be better).

When you Tinker, you fiddle with devices and mechanisms.

You might create a new gadget or alter an existing item. You might pick a lock or crack a safe. You might disable an alarm or trap. You might turn the clockwork devices to your advantage. You could try to use your technical expertise to control a vehicle (but Traversing might be better).

When you Traverse, you lift, climb, jump, run, or swim, usually either away from or into danger.

You might run and leap across the rooftops. You might climb up the side of a cliff to approach a fortress. You might handle the controls of a vehicle or direct a mount. You might dodge arrows as you run for your horse. You might chase after a mark you’re following (though skulk might be better).

When you Wreck, you unleash savage force.

You might smash down a door or wall with a sledgehammer, or use an explosive to do the same. You might employ chaos or sabotage to create a distraction or overcome an obstacle. You could try to overwhelm an enemy with sheer force in battle (but Skirmishing might be better).

As you can see, many actions overlap with others. This is by design. As a player, you get to choose which action you roll, by saying what your character does. Can you try to Wreck someone during a fight? Sure! The GM tells you the position and effect level of your action in this circumstance. As it says, Skirmish might be better (less risky or more effective), depending on the situation at hand (sometimes it won’t be better).

For a complete description of each action, with examples, see here.