fatal

How to Interpret
Multiple Temperaments
Interpretation of the various degrees of the
4 temperaments in each character is often a form
of art. Scholars are working frantically to unify competing
theories. Currently, most temperament theorists
disregard the 2 recessive temperaments of a
character, no matter how close they may be to the
dominant and secondary temperaments.
For instance, a character named Baldric may
have rolls of 52 for Sanguine, 73 for Choleric, 83
for Melancholic, and 44 for Phlegmatic. Clearly, the
dominant temperament of Baldric is Melancholic
and his secondary temperament is Choleric. Despite
the numeric proximity of his Sanguine temperament,
both his Sanguine and Phlegmatic temperaments
are considered recessive or as hardly contributing
to his overall temperament.
Much debate remains, however, concerning
the strength of each temperament and its relation
to the other temperaments. Many scholars note that
the difference between the dominant and secondary
temperaments of a character is an important
consideration. Most claim that the degree that each
temperament deviates from the norm is the most
significant factor. For this reason, the player must
consult with the Aedile about their character’s temperament
so that a sensical understanding can be
reached.
There are 12 combinations of temperaments
result when considering the dominant and secondary
temperaments of a character. Below are the 12
combinations of temperament, listed with the dominant
temperament first, followed by the secondary
temperament:
129
Sanguine-Choleric
Clearly, this type of character is an extrovert
who is predominantly positive and in a good or
happy mood, though they are also known at times
to be exacting and unemotional, driven, intense, and
manipulative. The easiest thing to notice about sanguine-choleric
characters is that usually they are
driven by emotion, yet sometimes are completely
unemotional. It is this conflict between emotion
and lack of emotion that is striking.
Sanguine-Melancholic
Since sanguine and melancholic temperaments
are opposites, this character feels an inordinate
amount of tension in life, usually happy and
excited, but occasionally has bouts with depression
and pessimism, withdrawing into themselves. These
characters are moody, but since they are predominantly
sanguine, their moodiness is more public than
private, and is observed by others more than any
other combination of temperaments.
Sanguine-Phlegmatic
On the outside, this character is happy, emotional,
expressive, and a joy to others. However,
these characters are very selective of which emotions
they show, and behind closed doors they are
characterized as unenthusiastic. It is this contrast
that causes others to consider their happiness to be
fake.
Choleric-Sanguine
Oftentimes, this combination of temperaments
results in a leader or figure of authority who
is liked and respected. While they are predominantly
driven to get the job done well and without mistakes,
they seem to be very objective and unemotional.
Occasionally, emotions shine through and
their momentary happiness assures those around
them of their competency as a leader who will be
effective, but personable.
Chapter 5: Mind