Greetings everyone! First post here, though longtime lurker, and I have a question. I am about to start a Dark Heresy game for some friends who have never played before, and a couple of them have asked me a question I cannot answer.
Is it worth it to play a Psyker?
As one player put it, the risk is not worth the reward. Combat wise, until later on he sees that most powers do less damage than simply carrying a weapon, or the damage is not worth the risk. And for many utility powers, again the risk is too great when equipment or spending extra time in a investigation will solve the problem just as well, without the potential Perils of the Warp.
Now I personally believe the risk is worth it, but they do have me wondering. They both basically said the only time it would ever be worth using a power is in a life or death situation, never for a basic combat or to help question someone.
So, what are your thoughts? Can you help explain why it is worth playing a Psyker and using your powers, or add to the argument?
Please note, we are playing Core Book only and I am not going to use the Fetterred Unfetterred rules, so please respond with that in mind. Again, thanks for any advice!