How Does The Star Trek Adventures Character Creator Handle Species Traits?
Drafting my first crew for the Star Trek Adventures RPG and wondering if Vulcan logic or Klingon aggression is handled more like a cultural aspect or mechanical bonus. Feels crucial for roleplaying.
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It's all about prompting, not prescribing. The book will say 'Common Andorian Traits include: Aggressive, Proud, Militaristic.' It's saying 'Here's what stories usually say about Andorians. Use this as a foundation to build or rebel against.' The actual trait you write on your sheet is your unique take on that cultural foundation.
I found it a bit overwhelming at first, coming from more traditional systems. It's not 'pick human, get a free feat.' You're building a biography, and the species choice is the first major branch on that tree. Each species entry lists typical Traits, but you're encouraged to tweak or create your own to fit your character's unique story. It's less about strict racial bonuses and more about establishing a cultural and psychological foundation for the drama.
I appreciate that they aren't balanced in a competitive sense. A 'Telepathic' trait from being a Betazoid is arguably more powerful in social scenes than a 'Stoic' trait for a Vulcan in the same situations. The game doesn't care. It assumes you're not trying to 'win' but to tell a good story, and powerful traits just give the GM more leverage to complicate your life.
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