In addition to the O.C.C. skills listed, with bonuses in parentheses, the player can select additional skills as listed below.
Attribute Requirements: I.Q. 9, P.P. 9 or higher preferred.
O.C.C. Skills:
*Select three specific types of Veritech mecha combat. All types of Veritechs can be operated by the Veritech Pilot, but at the Basic training level. To increase one’s skill, the character must select the specific mecha combat skill. Use the Beta Basic training bonuses if the pilot has no formal training in the Logan or AJACS Southern Cross mecha. Macross-era and Southern Cross-era Veritech Pilots can pilot the VF-1V Vindicator with the usual VF bonuses, but all new mecha are piloted at the basic training level. All Rifts Earth-developed mecha will be piloted at the basic level unless special training is taken.
** Hand to Hand: Expert can be changed to Martial Arts but at the cost of one “other” skill.
O.C.C. Related Skills: Select 15 other skills. Plus one additional skill at level three, two at level six, and one at levels nine and twelve. All new skills start at level one proficiency.
Standard Equipment: Veritech Fighter of Choice. Note: VAF-8 Alpha Fighters, VBF-2 Beta Fighters, VF Series Fighters, and VF-1V Vindicators are given as standard equipment only to experienced pilots (4th level and higher). VAF-9 Heavy Assault Shadow Fighters are only given to veteran pilots (level 8 or higher), and usually only on special assignment. The veritech will be in top condition, with full armaments. A VR-135 Forage Cyclone is in the storage compartment for use in ground combat and as a survival suit should the fighter crash. The pilot wears CVR-4 body armor. Other items include the Gallant H-95 as the standard sidearm, with the Gallant H-90 serving as an optional replacement, 4 extra H-95 or H-90 E-Clips, canteen (4 pints), food rations for two weeks, first-aid kit, extra uniform, 3 signal flares, a survival knife, binoculars, and flashlight.
Authorized Clearance Upon Assignment: Any Veritech Fighter, including the VF-series, Vindicator, Shadow Fighter, VAF-8 & 9, VBF-2 & 3, or new prototypes. These are authorized only by the commanding officer for special missions (which could be frequent, depending on the characters and campaign). Land vehicles, aircraft, and other vehicles may also be made available. Other items include special weapons, explosives, optical enhancements, special equipment, and access to computers and special facilities.
Monthly Wages: 2400 credits for enlisted pilots at levels 1-5, 3000 credits for 6th level and higher, while high ranking officers (Captain and up) may make 3800 to 4900 credits per month.
Personal Savings: 4d6x100
