The Fleet Officer

While ground forces fight for meters, you fight for systems. You understand the complex dance of starship systems and the strategic weight of the high ground in the void.

Favored Broad Skill:

• None.

Favored Specialty Skills:

• [Tactics-Space Tactics] (/skills/tactics/#space-tactics)
• [Navigation-Astrogation System] (/skills/navigation/#astrogation-system)
• [System Operation-Sensors] (/skills/system-operation/#sensors)
• [Leadership-Command] (/skills/leadership/#command)

Favored Perks:

• [Reputation] (/perks_flaws/#reputation)

Automatic Flaw:

• [Code of Honor] (/perks_flaws/#code-of-honor) (Strict adherence to naval protocol and superiority).

Starting Equipment:

A naval uniform, a personal void-suit (vacuum suit) designed for zero-G emergencies, and an officer’s sidearm.

Special Ability:

Bridge Intuition: You have a -1 step bonus to all [System Operation] (/skills/system-operation/) specialty skill checks while on the bridge of a starship, representing your deep familiarity with fleet-standard interfaces and emergency protocols.

Tendencies (Pick 2):

• The Ship’s Soul: Prioritize the structural integrity and long-term maintenance of the vessel over personal equipment or mission objectives.
• The Protocol Purist: Insist on following standard naval communications and engagement protocols even when operating in the “wild” or with civilian crews, potentially causing social friction.