Decode the Pattern

A Magic Move. Used to learn a new Technique Glyph through play.

When you study, test, or negotiate access to a new glyph pattern under real uncertainty, state the target glyph and roll 2d6 + Mental.

10+ (Strong Hit): Mark 2 segments on the target Glyph Mastery clock, or mark 1 segment and gain clean provisional use.
7-9 (Mixed Success): Mark 1 segment and choose one cost: debt, strain, unstable side effect, unwanted attention, or time loss.
6- (Miss): Mark 1 segment, and the GM makes a hard move tied to that glyph's risk profile.

When the 4-segment clock is filled, the glyph can be stabilized for regular use if progression and fiction permissions are met.