Annotated Skills - Revision history

Mike: /* NETWORK */

2026-07-26T18:15:45Z

NETWORK

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	=== NETWORK ===		=== NETWORK ===
	Network governs the interconnected communications, permissions, identity, routing, and control systems that bind together modern civilization.		Network governs the interconnected communications, permissions, identity, routing, and control systems that bind together modern civilization.
	In ~~2058~~, almost every significant activity relies on network infrastructure. Spacecraft traffic, cargo routing, station access, robot authentication, financial transactions, AI interaction, and legal permissions all depend upon the network. Thus, like with Vacc Suit, we will actually drill down into skill levels.		In 2158, almost every significant activity relies on network infrastructure. Spacecraft traffic, cargo routing, station access, robot authentication, financial transactions, AI interaction, and legal permissions all depend upon the network. Thus, like with Vacc Suit, we will actually drill down into skill levels.
	Unlike Computers, which focuses on individual machines and software, Network focuses on the relationships between systems.		Unlike Computers, which focuses on individual machines and software, Network focuses on the relationships between systems.
	A character with Network understands how complex organizations, infrastructures, and authorities communicate and grant authority.		A character with Network understands how complex organizations, infrastructures, and authorities communicate and grant authority.

Mike: /* Gunner */

2026-07-26T18:06:41Z

Gunner

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	==== Gunner ====		==== Gunner ====
	Operation of any ship-mounted weaponry ~~(includes rockets and missiles used~~ as weapons).		Operation, maintenance, and understanding of any ship-mounted weaponry. The use propelled projectiles as weapons often requires a separate roll or task chain involving Space(Navigation) and significant computation.

	==== Heavy Weapons ====		==== Heavy Weapons ====

Mike: /* Space(Navigation) */

2026-07-26T01:11:52Z

Space(Navigation)

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	• transfer windows		• transfer windows
	• orbital mechanics		• orbital mechanics
	• rendezvous		• rendezvous
			• missile route and interception
	• burn planning		• burn planning
	• stationkeeping		• stationkeeping


	=== Spacecraft Engineer ===		=== Spacecraft Engineer ===

Mike: /* Deception */

2026-07-26T01:07:42Z

Deception

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	===== Deception =====		===== Deception =====
	Compared to 2d6 lineage games, this adds the use of criminal/illegal software, hardware, or robotics. Note that in order to use this skill effectively in the electronic arenas, you need to be skilled in those areas already.		Compared to 2d6 lineage games, this adds the use of criminal/illegal software, hardware, or robotics. Note that in order to use this skill effectively in the electronic arenas, you need to be skilled in those other areas already.

	=== ELECTRONICS ===		=== ELECTRONICS ===

Mike: /* The Skills */

2026-06-29T01:51:52Z

The Skills

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	Similar to other 2d6 lineage games.		Similar to other 2d6 lineage games.

	==== ~~Streewise~~ ====		==== Streetwise ====
	Similar to other 2d6 lineage games.		Similar to other 2d6 lineage games.

Mike: /* Medic */

2026-06-29T01:45:53Z

Medic

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	==== Medic ====		==== Medic ====
	Similar to other 2d6 lineage games~~. This one never changes~~.		Similar to other 2d6 lineage games.

	=== Melee ===		=== Melee ===

Mike: /* Deception */

2026-06-29T01:44:24Z

Deception

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	===== Deception =====		===== Deception =====
	Compared to 2d6 lineage games, this adds the use of criminal/illegal software, hardware, or robotics. Note that in order to use this skill effectively in the electronic arenas, you need to be ~~highly~~ skilled in those areas already.		Compared to 2d6 lineage games, this adds the use of criminal/illegal software, hardware, or robotics. Note that in order to use this skill effectively in the electronic arenas, you need to be skilled in those areas already.

	=== ELECTRONICS ===		=== ELECTRONICS ===

Mike: /* Intro */

2026-06-29T01:42:48Z

Intro

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	Skills inherited from prior versions are not explained on this page, but are easily found elsewhere.		Skills inherited from prior versions are not explained on this page, but are easily found elsewhere.

	The two 'write-in' skills are "Profession or Job" and "~~Science~~."		The two 'write-in' skills are "Profession or Job" and "Academics."

	The [[Skills\|short skill list page]] omits the parent skill, but they are still grouped and the player has a 0 level in the sibling skills. So, for example, if a player has Computers(Programming)-1 he also has Computers(Security)-0.		The [[Skills\|short skill list page]] omits the parent skill, but they are still grouped and the player has a 0 level in the sibling skills. So, for example, if a player has Computers(Programming)-1 he also has Computers(Security)-0.

Mike: /* Recon */

2026-06-09T03:15:05Z

Recon

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	=== Recon ===		=== Recon ===
	Observation, surveillance, anomaly detection, and interpretation of incomplete information. ~~Alsi~~ picks up the physical side of "Investigate," the other parts being picked up by Network(protocols) and Network(Security)		Observation, surveillance, anomaly detection, and interpretation of incomplete information. Also picks up the physical side of "Investigate," the other parts being picked up by Network(protocols) and Network(Security).
	Examples:		Examples:
	• Spot an ambush.		• Spot an ambush.

Mike at 16:50, 8 June 2026

2026-06-08T16:50:02Z

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	=== SKILLS IN MORE DETAIL ===		= SKILLS IN MORE DETAIL =

	==== Intro ====		== Intro ==

	The [[Skills\|skill list]] reflects the underlying presumptions of the setting. For example, almost all general transportation devices are automated; a character does not need Drive(Wheel) to go to the doctor whether she be in the next town or at L5. Having a point in Vehicles(land-based) means an actual skill gleaned for some reason.		The [[Skills\|skill list]] reflects the underlying presumptions of the setting. For example, almost all general transportation devices are automated; a character does not need Drive(Wheel) to go to the doctor whether she be in the next town or at L5. Having a point in Vehicles(land-based) means an actual skill gleaned for some reason.