Medtechie
In a world where medicine intersects with mechanics, Medtechies are invaluable. They can perform black market surgeries faster than most people can fix a toaster, making them indispensable to Solos needing wounds patched or illegal cybernetics installed. However, this clandestine work also creates enemies. A new job with Trauma Team Inc.™ might offer some stability, but the dangers remain.
Skill: MedTech
Effect: Used to perform major surgery and medical repairs. For more detailed descriptions, refer to Trauma Team, pg. 116.
Bonuses:
- Skill Enhancements: Gain a bonus equal to one-third of the MedTech level added to the following skills:
- Human Perception
- Diagnose Illness
- Pharmaceutical
- Library Search gains a bonus equal to the MedTech level, but only when researching medical information.
- Contacts: You receive Contact points equal to MedTech squared. These points are used to create NPC contacts, distributed across the following areas:
- Medical Supplies Discount: Licensed Medtechies (requiring a SIN) can acquire medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and surgery equipment at discounted rates, as detailed in Wildside, pg. 52. Cyberware can also be bought cheaper, provided it is not illegal or black market.
- Corporate Perks: If employed by a corporation, a Medtechie can use their MedTech ability as a Resource skill, granting access to perks such as cars, apartments, and other non-combat, non-high-tech benefits.