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Lol!! I thought it was a typo at first but noticed it was used throughout the rest of the backstory xD Beautiful! So there is Earth but also multiple colonies in space that you can play around with. Right now I'm working on laundry, but I can come back later to share some colony resources with you. ^_^ And yes, the bonuses to Heavy Machinery would stack but it would have to be relevant. How are you using the Jack with the Watsumi? If you can explain it during the game, then I will allow it.

So the signature item can be used once per session to lower Stress Level by 1. Other than that, it's purely roleplay! Maybe she feels it in her pocket when she's frightened to remind herself what she has overcome?   EDIT: Sorry, meant to add this lol -- Yes, next step is giving her a backstory and choosing the equipment. If you want to swap around any of her skills or abilities you may - just don't change the actual numbers.

I absolutely agree with you and honestly I thought about removing the Drug Addict traits entirely before ever posting her. Her "Reckless" trait isn't hinged on that flaw either so it does feel imbalanced. All pilots have the "reckless" option available. Whichever you choose, I am removing the Drug Addict penalty regardless. 🙂 So no worries! Leah or Miller will be super fun.

If the original crew made it to the end without dying, I would be ecstatic. Honestly we'd all probably deserve a medal at that point, lol!

@Malkavian Grin   So, I spent the morning thinking about this and have decided to nix the drug addiction mechanic from Leah's character sheet. We can think of it as though she is in recovery - but if she starts using during the actual game then the drug addiction mechanic can added back in again (like it would if any of the characters started taking drugs with high addiction rates.)

@yxanthymir I adore what you have added to her background! I also like the name change from Kayla to Rayla. It suits her, tbh.   Tag me when you have chosen her starting equipment. All the item info should be in the CS I posted for her so you won't need to look anything up, but if you do have questions then please ask them. You can also swap any of the numbers around in her abilities and skills as long as you don't change any of the actual numbers.

Very fair and similar to my own thoughts when I first read her character in the campaign. I like your suggestion of getting that adrenaline high as an alternative to a substance. Especially since that's also reflective to real life.   So yes, I will say she can awkwardly balance the two. They are both severely problematic, but it doesn't put Leah in a bad situation right from the beginning. She must act recklessly once per shift OR take a drug. What exactly she does to get that adrenaline spike is up to you.

Very good question, @Malkavian Grin! I would honestly leave that up to personal preference per player. Unfortunately with this campaign specifically, it's not feasible to allow new characters into the game - but there will be numerous NPCs to choose from. If your character dies, you are more than welcome to play an NPC but that's not required. With the current premade characters, they haven't seen play so you can tweak them as you wish. NPCs will have seen play and developed a personality/reputation already within the story. Some people may not wish to take those reins, ya know? So truly that would be up to you and your comfort level. 🙂

Lol, yes! Everyone likely knows his name now. The mage did say it at one point but it's such an odd name that people may not have put two and two together. Haha! I'm sure during the travel, someone else asked for his name and he felt more comfortable sharing.

I appreciate the consideration! I plan on explaining everything that's required when the time comes (like rolls for example). I would rather everyone enjoy the story we craft than stress over mechanics.

So make Comtech 2 & Mobility 1? That sounds fine to me. Consider it allowed. 🙂

You may place it in that character's thread. Can't wait to see what you come up with for him!

Use this thread to ask any questions about character creation - premade or otherwise. I'll try to keep a list here so no one has to dig to find any answers. Q: I'm thinking about joining but I'm not familiar with the Alien franchise and/or the TTRPG. Can I still play? A: Absolutely! I will work hard to make everything as clear for you as possible in terms of dice rolls and mechanics during the actual game play. Just never be afraid to ask questions and let me know if anything confuses you.   Q: When claiming a premade character, do I post here or in that character's thread? A: Post in that character's thread.   Q: I know redistributing points in Abilities and Skills is prohibited with pre-made characters; however, may I swap around skill values? A: Yes, you can. Let's take John J. Wilson for example. As written he has the following skill scores - Comtech 1 | Mobility 2. If this doesn't fit with how you wish to play Wilson, you may swap those skills - Comtech 2 | Mobility 1. This does not redistribute points or grant Wilson additional skills.   Q: I don't like something on the premade character sheet. Can I change it? A: For most things, absolutely. Do you like the character of Vanessa but aren't comfortable playing a female character? No problem! Change the name to Vince and find a cool picture. If it's something mechanical like Leah's drug addiction, let's talk about it first. We can always work something out to make these premade characters your own.

JOHN J. WILSON, COMPANY AGENT Corporate Liaison on the USCSS Montero AGE: 43 PERSONALITY: Ambitious You've been embedded with the Montero crew for a good six months now, evaluating their performance to see if the ship and crew should be scrapped and fired, or promoted and given a new ship. You've actually come to like this motley assortment, but there is no room for advancement in this work. Now, a special order has come your way, and you finally see your chance to climb. You pull this off and you can parlay it into a fortune. ABILITIES:  STRENGTH 2 | AGILITY 4 | WITS 3 | EMPATHY 5 HEALTH:  2 SKILLS:  Ranged Combat 1 | Mobility 2 | Comtech 1 | Manipulation 3 | Observation 2 | Medical Aid 1 TALENT: Personal Safety The interests of the company always come first, no matter what. And you represent the company. That means your own safety is paramount - other crew members are expendable. If you are attacked or otherwise end up in fatal danger, and if another PC or friendly NPC is within the same zone, you can make a MANIPULATION roll (straight roll, not opposed, and does not count as an action.) If you succeed, you see the threat coming and find a clever way to make the other character suffer the attack or hazard instead of you. Using this talent increases your STRESS LEVEL by one. SIGNATURE ITEM: Access keycard GEAR: $600 Cash; Leather Briefcase   O R   Chrome Briefcase; Gold-Plated Pen   O R   Rolex Watch; Data Transmitter Card w/ Corporate Clearance"DTCs are small, clear, plastic data transmitter cards that plug into a variety of recording equipment, such as the built-in visual and audio recorders on a space suit helmet. They wirelessly transmit data to the terminal they are synced to. Information captured by the device can be analyzed by a MU/TH/UR or A.P.O.L.L.O. system or displayed on a HoloTab." - CRB   O R   M4A3 Service Pistol"This inexpensive 9mm pistol is the standard sidearm of the USC-MC. You should always have a backup for your backup, and this pistol might as well be it." - CRB Bonus: +2 to Ranged Combat Damage: 1 Range: Medium; Five (5) Doses Neversleep"Fast acting supplement that keeps you going well past your bedtime. Excessive use can cause stroke or heart attack. Each dose increases your STRESS LEVEL one step but removes the need for sleep for one (1) day. During that day, you cannot relieve stress." - CRB   O R   Five (5) Doses Naproleve"An injectable instant pain reliever for all strains, stresses, and irritations. Recommended for use during any self-inflicted cesarean performed to extract an unconventional fetus from your womb. Immediately reduces the patient's STRESS LEVEL to zero (0). Warning: an overdose of Naproleve can have an intoxicating effect. Each dose beyond the first in the same Shift gives -1 modification to all AGILITY-based skill rolls for the remainder of the shift." - CRB. BUDDY: ----- RIVAL: Miller

LYRON CHAM, ROUGHNECK Cargo Handler on the USCSS Montero AGE: 32 PERSONALITY: Loyal You grew up alone. Your parents sold power loaders on the frontier for a living and did not have much time for you. Hopping from colony to colony also meant you never were in any place long enough to make real friends. This crew is the closest thing to a family you've ever had - dysfunction and all. You would do anything to protect them, even put yourself at risk. ABILITIES:  STRENGTH 5 | AGILITY 3 | WITS 2 | EMPATHY 4 HEALTH:  5 SKILLS:  Heavy Machinery 3 | Stamina 2 | Comtech 1 | Close Combat 2 | Observation 1 | Survival 1 TALENT: True Grit Life on the Frontier is a constant struggle. Luckily, you have what it takes to overcome anything that comes your way. You can push any skill roll based on STRENGTH twice, not just once like other characters. Each push increases your STRESS LEVEL by one. SIGNATURE ITEM: Rosary GEAR: $500 Cash; Cutting Torch[Weapon Stats] "A utilitarian blowtorch used for both welding and cutting through metal. In a pinch, a cutting torch can be used as a weapon. In fact, the Rexim EVA pistol started life as a laser cutting torch. You want to stay alive? You need to improvise." - CRB Power Supply - 5 Damage - 3 Range - Engaged/Close Combat Armor Piercing [Tool Stats] When used as a tool, the cutting torch gives a +2 modification to Heavy Machinery in relevant situations. The cutting torch consumes a lot of electricity, and you need to make a Power Supply roll after every use." - CRB Power Supply - 5   O R   Watsumi DV-303 Bolt Gun[Weapon Stats] "The DV-303 is a construction tool that uses expanding bolts to make emergency hull repairs. The DV-303 can be turned into an improvised weapon - firing bolts like a single round shotgun - a trick first used by Frontier rebels in the early 2100s. This weapon must be reloaded after each shot." - CRB Damage - 3 Range - Short Armor Piercing Single Shot [Tool Stats] "When used as a tool, the bolt gun gives a +2 modification to Heavy Machinery in relevant situations." - CRB; Six (6) Doses Hydr8tion"An electrolyte solution that counteracts the dehydrating effects of hypersleep, Hydr8tion is one of the few pharmaceuticals of the space age with no side effects." - CRB   O R   Maintenance Jack"A common tool used to open unpowered airlocks and divert power to or from electrical junction boxes. Gives a +1 modification to Heavy Machinery in relevant situations." - CRB; Stash of Hard LiquorReduces Stress Level by 1. Reduces all WITS-based skills by 1 for each glass.   O R   IRC MK.50 Compression Suit"If you're going to get blown out into space, you want to be in a MK. 50." - CRB Armor Rating +2 Maximum Air Supply 5; Hi-Beam FlashlightRemoves the effects of darkness in a zone.   O R   Seegson C-Series Magnetic Tape Recorder"An 'old tech' portable audio record used to record or play music and audio logs. Popular models include the classic C-24 ka-boombox and the just released C-60 "spacewalk-man." Now when you go EVA, you can bring your country blues with you." - CRB MANIPULATION +1. BUDDY: Rye RIVAL: -----