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ACT I
___The Zone. A place less explored than the bottom of the ocean, and said to be more lucrative than the richest mines. Decades after the Chernobyl disaster, military patrols reported flashes of brilliant light, mutated animals, whirlwinds of fire and acid. The adventure-seekers came in at a slow trickle at first, but the Zone was vast and the military couldn't control the entire border, not for long. Those that managed to survive impossible weather, the mutants, pillars of flame that appeared from thin air... they brought back stories of incredible "artifacts" that could bend the fabric of reality itself, and a powerful "Wish Granter" in the very center of the Zone.
___Scavengers picked through the Exclusion Zone. Many sought their fortune, but never returned. Those that survived came to be known as "Stalkers."
___It has been more than a decade since anomalous activity was first detected within the Cordon. The world has moved on from Chernobyl to more interesting things.
_________[The First Expedition]
___2020.
___A stalker by the name of 'Journalist' has assembled a small team in the capital, Kyiv. After a short drive, the stalkers enter the Exclusion Zone and make for their first objective, the checkpoint to the "inner cordon...
_________[The Invitation to the Zone]
___The package was at the door. Enclosed within was a hefty sum of cash and detailed instructions, which ended with a set of GPS coordinates. The meeting place was in Kyiv. The names of other members in the team were listed, and for some reason, seemed all familiar. The letter was marked with the official seal of General Zubarev.
___2020.
___A stalker by the name of 'Journalist' has assembled a small team in the capital, Kyiv. After a short drive, the stalkers enter the Exclusion Zone and make for their first objective, the checkpoint to the "inner cordon...
_________[The Invitation to the Zone]
___The package was at the door. Enclosed within was a hefty sum of cash and detailed instructions, which ended with a set of GPS coordinates. The meeting place was in Kyiv. The names of other members in the team were listed, and for some reason, seemed all familiar. The letter was marked with the official seal of General Zubarev.
1 x Artifact Hunter
1 x Scientist
2 x Fighters
1 x Hunter
1 x Doctor
_________[Action Economy]
____The system differs slightly in the Actions you are able to take in this game. Base Fate Core has 4 Actions (Attack, Defend, Create Advantage, Overcome.) In this game, there is no turn order. Every player can take a Movement, one Zone in most cases, + an Action. In addition to the basic four actions from Fate Core, we also have Teamwork, Discover, and Hold Action. We'll ignore Attack and Defend for this as they are self-explanatory action types.
_________[Applications]
Loner / Free Stalker
[Stunt]: "Gifts of the Zone" — The Zone is known to take pity to some of its rookies. Once per scene, you may ask the GM for help finding some information or help/gear that you need, and the Zone will do the rest.
+ Neutral Reputation
+ Basic Starting Equipment
Bandit
[Stunt]: "A Few Rubles More" — You know that greed lies in the hearts of every man. You have an easier time bribing and coercing others with money and trade and Roll with Advantage. Once per scene, you take some time and scan an area for hidden stashes or valuables.
+ Rich
+ Allied with the Mercenaries
- Poor Standing with Most Factions
Duty
[Stunt]: "Hunter" — You're trained to fight the deadliest things in the Zone. You gain a +1 when fighting mutants or animals. Additionally, when you set an ambush on an enemy, your first attack is rolled at Advantage.
+ Soviet Military Equipment
+ Friendly with Military, Ecologists
- At War with Freedom
Freedom
[Stunt]: "Freedom Fighter" — You know better than to fight the Zone. You Roll with Advantage when hiding, concealing yourself, or otherwise evading pursuit. Additionally, when setting or defusing traps, you roll with Advantage.
+ Western Military Equipment
+ Recreational Drugs
- At War with Duty
Military
[Stunt]: "It Fell off a Truck" — You're not afraid of getting your hands dirty to get something you need. You have a +1 to negotiating / bartering for goods. Once per scene, you may make a special Preparation roll to see if you have "accidentally" obtained a piece of military hardware. You may specify the vague type of equipment you're looking for.
+ Military Equipment
- Poor Standing with Most Factions
Mercenary
[Stunt]: "Self Extrication" — You've got the best gear money can buy. Your firepower advantage means you gain a +1 to Create an Advantage actions with firearms. Once per scene, you may spend a Fate Point to call down a simple supply drop from your company.
+ Commercial Weapons
- No Allies
Ecologist
[Stunt]: "Anomalous Materials" — With time and some available equipment, you may spend a Fate Point to infuse a machine or piece of equipment with an Artifact using your Craft or Electronics Skill. Additionally, you have the equipment to pick up most Artifacts without negative effects.
+ Anomalous Exploration Suit
+ Friendly with Loners, Duty, Mercenaries, Military
- Harassed by the Bandits
Clear Sky
[Stunt]: "Pathfinder" — You know the layout of the Zone well. Once per scene, you may take an action to make some observation and find a way to navigate through a given area, evading all anomalies on the way. When evading anomalies, you Roll with Advantage.
+ Field Research Equipment
+ Western Weapons
- No Allies
Loners form a loose group of Stalkers unaffiliated with the other major groups in the zone. They are adventurers and treasure hunters who seldom stay in one place for long. Most rookie Stalkers begin as loners.
+ Neutral Reputation
+ Basic Starting Equipment
Bandit
Renegades, marauders, killers, the Bandits were simply the most organized group of criminals to carve out their place in the Zone. They sell "safe passage" to loners and are careful not to intrude on the territory of the larger, more dangerous factions. With how many rookies die in the zone, the Bandits are never left wanting.
+ Rich
+ Allied with the Mercenaries
- Poor Standing with Most Factions
Duty
Duty begun as the remnants of failed military incursions into the Zone. They were formed around the core belief that the Zone was truly dangerous and had to be destroyed, and today comprises one of the two largest factions operating within it. They characterize themselves as "do-gooders" and often help Loners in need.
+ Soviet Military Equipment
+ Friendly with Military, Ecologists
- At War with Freedom
Freedom
Free Stalkers, successful artifact hunters and tinkerers saw the Zone as a gift to humanity. They formed a faction based around the idea that the Zone was a treasure to be shared with all. Freedom has a reputation for taking on anyone who isn't a Dutyer or part of the military and has been described as slightly anarchist.
+ Western Military Equipment
+ Recreational Drugs
- At War with Duty
Military
The members of the Ukranian State Security Service are responsible for maintaining the "Cordon" around the Exclusion Zone and carrying out military missions within it. Although responsible for the security of the zone, the military is largely responsible for the proliferation of weapons and the lucrative artifact trade going on in Chernobyl.
+ Military Equipment
- Poor Standing with Most Factions
Mercenary
Mercenaries comprise one of the most diverse factions within the Zone. Stalkers from the Russian-government-backed BEAR company, United Security, and Kernisec rub shoulders with renegades and corrupt military officers. They will take any job for the right price and freely wander the Zone, but every Merc group brings its own challenges as no two Mercs have the same allegiances.
+ Commercial Weapons
- No Allies
Ecologist
Sponsored by the Ukranian government and given generous aid from the west, the Ecologists aim to research the Zone to minimize its negative impact on the world. The Ecologists have access to immense funding and sophisticated technology, making them a prime target for Bandits and the Monolith. In recent years they have begun to employ more Stalkers as their military protection has waned.
+ Anomalous Exploration Suit
+ Friendly with Loners, Duty, Mercenaries, Military
- Harassed by the Bandits
Clear Sky
In their pale blue uniforms, Clear Sky troopers are an odd and rare sight in the Zone. They seldom emerge from their hidden bases, mostly working at night. Clear Sky sets itself apart from Duty or Freedom by its isolation from the other factions in the Zone.
+ Field Research Equipment
+ Western Weapons
- No Allies
Athletics
Burglary
Contacts
Crafts
Deceive
Drive
Electronics*
Empathy
Fight
Heavy Weapons*
Investigate
Lore
Medicine*
Notice
Physique
Pilot*
Preparation*
Provoke
Rapport
Shoot
Survival
Stealth
Will
Electronics: This is the other half of the Craft skill, which involves electrical repair, tinkering, and electriconic intrusion. This can also be used for piloting UAVs and drones.
Heavy Weapons: Similar to Shoot, but used for heavy or crew served weapons. The skills have some overlap: a good example would be firing a light machine gun, which would be doable with Shoot, but more effective with Heavy Weapons. Rocket launchers, mortars, emplacements and similar tools require this skill.
Medicine: Diagnosing illness and injury, treating wounds, and administering medications. At high levels also used for surgery and complex medical procedures.
Preparation: This skill is used to represent how well your character has prepared in advance for an occasion, be it by having prepared equipment or contacted someone for help beforehand.
Survival: Navigation outdoors, use of natural resources, and limited first-aid capabilities.
Physique & Will: Having points here increase your character's capacity for Stress. Physique is for Physical Stress, Will is for Morale Stress.
1-2 = 1 Extra Slot
3-4 = 2 Extra Slots
5 = 1 Extra Minor Consequence
Burglary
Contacts
Crafts
Deceive
Drive
Electronics*
Empathy
Fight
Heavy Weapons*
Investigate
Lore
Medicine*
Notice
Physique
Pilot*
Preparation*
Provoke
Rapport
Shoot
Survival
Stealth
Will
Electronics: This is the other half of the Craft skill, which involves electrical repair, tinkering, and electriconic intrusion. This can also be used for piloting UAVs and drones.
Heavy Weapons: Similar to Shoot, but used for heavy or crew served weapons. The skills have some overlap: a good example would be firing a light machine gun, which would be doable with Shoot, but more effective with Heavy Weapons. Rocket launchers, mortars, emplacements and similar tools require this skill.
Medicine: Diagnosing illness and injury, treating wounds, and administering medications. At high levels also used for surgery and complex medical procedures.
Preparation: This skill is used to represent how well your character has prepared in advance for an occasion, be it by having prepared equipment or contacted someone for help beforehand.
Survival: Navigation outdoors, use of natural resources, and limited first-aid capabilities.
Physique & Will: Having points here increase your character's capacity for Stress. Physique is for Physical Stress, Will is for Morale Stress.
1-2 = 1 Extra Slot
3-4 = 2 Extra Slots
5 = 1 Extra Minor Consequence
Code:
[b]Name:[/b] Zone Nickname (Real Name Here)
[b]Appearance:[/b] X
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[b]Age:[/b] X
[b]Rank:[/b] Rookie
[b]Faction:[/b] Your faction here. (If you have a specific organization in mind within that faction declare it here.)
[b]Birthplace:[/b] X
[b]Experience:[/b] (Specific organizations and years involved, any certifications or formal training.)
[b]Aspects:[/b]
(High Concept):
(Trouble):
X
X
(This Aspect will explain how you know the main cast.)
[b]Refresh:[/b] (3 by Default)
[b]Fate Points:[/b] (Same as Refresh)
[b]Physical:[/b] (Based on Physique)
[b]Morale:[/b] (Based on Will)
[b]Consequences:[/b]
[b]Personality & Bio:[/b]
X
[b]Skills:[/b]
+4 Skill
+3 Skill Skill
+2 Skill Skill Skill
+1 Skill Skill Skill Skill
[b]Stunts:[/b]
1 x (Faction Stunt)
1 x Custom Stunt
1 x Custom Stunt
[quote][font=courier new]What brings you to the Zone?[/font]
[indent][size=3][b]A:[/b] X[/size][/indent]
[font=courier new]What experiences have prepared you for the Zone?[/font]
[indent][size=3][b]A:[/b] X[/size][/indent]
[font=courier new]What equipment or gear do you need?[/font]
[indent][size=3][b]A:[/b] X[/size][/indent]
[font=courier new]What is your true wish?[/font]
[indent][size=3][b]A:[/b] X[/size][/indent][/quote]Make a dedicated post for your profile and don't spoiler / quote box it. Thank you.
