Baseline

Description

In the era of post-biological evolution, where artificial intellects and bioengineered entities dominate, the Baseline Humans stand as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of unaltered Homo sapiens. This archetype is defined by its survival instinct, innate curiosity, and the ability to adapt to an environment designed for genetically and technologically enhanced beings. Baseline Humans rely on their raw intellect, wit, and ingenuity, providing a fascinating contrast to the hyper-advanced world around them.

Baseline Humans are not the strongest, fastest, or most technologically advanced, but they possess an uncanny ability to persevere and solve problems in unique, unpredictable ways. They serve as a reminder of the strength of natural evolution, demonstrating the power of simple creativity and the ability to learn from mistakes, features often missing in their enhanced counterparts.

Archetype Abilities

1

BRAWN

1

AGILITY

1

INTELLECT

1

CUNNING

1

WILLPOWER

1

PRESENCE

Starting Wound Threshold: 8 + Brawn

Starting Strain Threshold: 8 + Willpower

Starting Experience: 280 XP

Starting Skills: Baseline Humans begin with one rank in each of two different non-career skills during character creation. They obtain these ranks before spending experience points, and may not train these skills above rank 2 during character creation.

Versatile: Despite not having specialized enhancements, Baseline Humans have the advantage of versatility. They may choose 4 non-career skills to be considered career skills. They choose these skills during character creation before spending experience points.

Ready for Anything: Baseline Humans are always prepared for the unexpected. Once per session, when targeted by a skill check (including combat and social skill checks) they can spend a Story Point and add fff to the check.

Survivor: Baseline Humans are able to adapt to new situations and environments with ease. They may ignore up to jj dice added due to environmental circumstances.