So, my build isn't adequate then. I do get the checks - I just can't pass them; sometimes they say it can't possibly be passed. It doesn't help that there's no logic in the checks - a high wits character should pass most wits checks but it seems more of a hard coded thing where you have to guess. Do you alter your character at the mirror? I have yet to do this but I think there are only 3-4 chances in the game to increase persuasion with at least one character generally starting with "1".