Example Character Builds

The Freelancer

A former soldier who retired but never quite adjusted to civilian life and struggled to get a decent job. Entered the Zone out of a lack of better options and a need to go back to a military life.

SkillsEquipment
Survivalist, First Aid, Data Gathering, MarksmanLight Assault Rifle, Light Combat Armour, First Aid Kit, Scientific Instruments

The Walter Mitty

Obsessed with the military but never quite managed to get to serve due to medical or psychological issues. Tells outlandish tales of their time in the service, reacts badly to being questioned or found out.

SkillsEquipment
Gunsmithing, First Aid, Survivalist, TrapperLight Assault Rifle, Light Combat Armour, First Aid Kit, Smithing Kit, Survival Bag

The Specialist

A soldier or security specialist with a specific set of skills much in demand in the Zone. Usually in it for the high-risk, high pay life.

SkillsEquipment
Marksman, First Aid, Demolitions, LockpickingHeavy SMG, Heavy Combat Armour, First Aid Kit, Smithing Kit, Lockpicking Kit, Demolitions Kit

The Disgraced Scientist

Former researcher for a big pharma company, implicated in a scandal over faked data. Has come to the Zone as the last real option for making a splash in the scientific community and redeeming themselves.

SkillsEquipment
First Aid, Data Gathering, Data Analysis, BiologyHeavy Pistol, Heavy Environment Suit, First Aid Kit, Scientific Instruments

The Conspiracy Theorist

An online obsessive who took the plunge and entered the Zone to bring out the conclusive proof of their pet theory. Frequently out of their depth.

SkillsEquipment
Data Gathering, Data Analysis, One of the sciences, First AidLight Pistol, Light Patrol Armour, First Aid Kit, Scientific Instruments