If nothing else, roleplaying is a good way of practicing real-life persuasive (and deceptive) skills. Though it's somehow hilarious when a player makes a heart-moving Diplomatic appeal (or a spine-chilling Intimidation)… and then rolls a critical failure. Justifying that can be a lot of fun for the DM.
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Rainbow Dash: Shadowbolts, huh? Shadowbolt: The strongest fighters in the Everfree Forest. Rainbow Dash: Except for me, of course. Shadowbolt: …Yes, exactly. We have witnessed your potential. Rainbow Dash: So you want me on your team. …Wait, except you probably haven’t seen much, since everyone else keeps TALKING through the monsters. Shadowbolt: Indeed. So here’s our offer: Ditch them and join us. Twilight Sparkle: Hey, hey! Hold on a minute! This is moving WAY too quickly! Applejack: Ah think that’s the point, sugar. She’s a bit of a sucker for fast-talkers…
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