INSOMNIA: The Ark skills

INSOMNIA: The Ark's Character page gives access to two different sets of skills

## Battle Skills

### Five-level battle skills

There are six battle skills into which you can put up to five points, each point increasing the skill's level.

#### Light Weapon

The first time you went on a shooting range and held a pistol in your hands, you understood that this would be your passion for many years to come. Rumors of the shooter who never misses spread quickly—nobody who has seen you in action would dare challenge you to a duel.

#### Rifles

"Rifle on my shoulder, knife in my hand, that is how I've seen this land," you sing while checking the condition of the firearms in your collection. There was once a time when you had to employ all of your perseverance in order to master the art of shooting guns and rifles. All that training now let you keep perfectly calm on the battlefield.

\* Firing while moving is presumably still available at these Levels, having been available at previous ones
#### Shotguns

"No-one should have to live through times of change," you think, touching the shotgun under your pillow every morning. After long years of training, you are an expert at handling a shotgun and can always pump an enemy full of lead without worrying about a misfire.

#### Automatic Weapon

You are definitely not a fan of lengthy intelligence maneuvers—you're more inclined to meet the enemy with a hurricane of fire. Automatic weapons and machine guns become truly dangerous weapons in your hands, and you even learned to use them on the move.

\* Firing while moving is presumably still available at these Levels, having been available at previous ones
#### One-Handed Weapon

While your comrades in the military Academy dreamed of shooting contests, you were convinced—there is nothing better than a good old fashioned duel with blades. You have devoted thousands of hours to fencing and now know no equal in this ancient and noble art.

#### Two-Handed Weapon

After watching a film about the exploits of ancient heroes, you have set a goal for yourself—to master heavy two-handed weapons. It seems to you that one good strike is much more convincing than the pathetic fuss known as "the art of fencing".

### Single-level battle skills

Each of the following ten battle skills has only a single level, and requires three skill points to acquire.

Adrenalin
The Ordinate Academy's psychological training has paid off: when you kill an enemy, you feel your energy levels rising and engage in combat with renewed strength.
When killing an enemy:
Stamina 30
Shooter
You haven't participated in shooting competitions, which are popular among soldiers, for a long time. You are disliked because the name KZ0012 on the list guarantees that all the other competitors will lose. Your nickname "Ten out of ten" speaks for itself—you handle any form of firearm impeccably.
Damage gunshots +5%
Bullet spread -15%
Heavy artillery
Who ever said that shooting sparrows with a cannon was a bad idea? You are used to solving problems with the most effective means, which is why you prefer to use rocket launchers, grenade launchers and grenades in combat.
Bullet spread -50%
Iron Man
When you were a student at the Academy of the Ordinate, many considered you to be hard-headed. Perhaps this was due to the fact that, in an effort to toughen up, you did not part with your heavy armor day or night. In any case, now you can carry heavy equipment and feel completely at ease.
Durability +30%
Armor +15%
Max weight +5
Woodcutter
They say that they used to use axes to chop down trees. Those days are long gone. When you have a war axe in your hand, you don't worry about the outcome of the fight. Even the thickest armor will not save your opponent.
Damage close combat +10%
Heavy strike available
Swordsman
Your mentor once said that a well-sharpened blade can penetrate where a bullet cannot reach. You've learned to expertly wield swords, daggers, and knives, and no you have no equal in close combat.
Damage close combat +10%
Heavy strike available
Grenadier
Your fellow soldiers say that you have a violent, "explosive" temper. You have never denied it. You use grenades and rocket launchers better than anyone in your unit. Even enemies stop to enjoy your fireworks.
Throw distance +5m
Damage explosion +10%
Deft Hands
You have long [practised] reloading weapons, thanks to which you have won many arguments. Do some people think this skill is not very important? Well, a hurricane of fire from your gun barrels would be the best counter-argument.
Reload speed +40%
Pyroman
There are few who know about your secret passion. Since you were young, you have enjoyed watching fire and burning things. As an adult, you never lost this trait—to this day, you avidly train with flamethrowers and flammable mixes.
Defense fire +30%
Shield-barer
While training with blade weapons, you were true to the traditional fighting style of the Nomans—the combination of blade and shield. Thanks to your experience, you can use a shield with either a blade weapon or a gun.
Durability +40%
Defense close combat +5%
Defense gunshots +10%
Sprinter
You have always been proud of the fact that you would reach the finish line first. Your coordination and speed really help you in combat—even aiming at you is often difficult for your enemies.
When sprinting:
Resistance +10
Defense close combat +50%
Defense gunshots +50%
Defense explosion +50%
Hammerer
When fighting with an enemy one on one, you prefer to have something heavy in your hand. A good hammerer can quickly beat the enthusiasm out of an enemy—fear of the ancient northern gods apparently still runs strong in Noman blood.
Damage close combat +10%
Heavy strike available
## Character Skills

### Five-level character skills

There are six character skills into which you can put up to five points, each point increasing the skill's level.

#### Health

You take very good care of your physical health. The doctors often joke, saying that with your health you'll outlive even General Azar. You recover from injuries quickly, and your immune system is capable of combatting any illness.

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#### Endurance

Regular training helps you stay on your feet even during heavy marches and protracted operations. These days it isn't easy to scare you with a loaded pack and the oppression of state propaganda.

#### Computers

Fascinated by pre-war novels about hackers, you have spent a lot of hours on the computer. Thoroughly understanding the intricacies of hacking network protocols, you can easily find a way to open any door or gain access to a stranger's [correspondence].

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#### Mechanics

You have destroyed a lot of devices while trying to become a skilled mechanic. Now you can disassemble and reassemble an engine with your eyes closed. Perhaps it's time to use these skills to make some money?

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#### Scammer

"That one there's a sneaky type," is what people say about you, and you take it as a compliment. You can masterfully wrap even an experienced investigator around your finger, and your colleagues have long been trying to find out where you've hidden the skeleton key.

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#### Explosive

You have spent extensive hours studying how explosives work. Sure, the "Unintentional destruction of a chemical laboratory" episode features prominently in your personal file, but now you are completely confident in your skills.

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### Single-level character skills

Each of the following ten character skills has only a single level, and requires three skill points to acquire.

Somnia Resistance
HP +5
Somnia threshold 25%
You firmly decided that you are not going to give in to your somnic illness. Your mental discipline and physical strength will help you resist somnic influence more effectively.
Leadership
Party size +1
Your authority among your piers is undeniable. You have devoted a lot of time to team training and developing tactics, which is why there may soon be an opening in your squad.
Trading
Trade +0.2
At some point you understood that nothing inspires you more than sales and discounts. With your ability to get the best price from merchants, your wallet is always full.
Search for a Way
Stealth +2
Squad speed +20%
After spending many months exploring the Near Range, you have learned to find the shortest and safest way through the labyrinth of broken tunnels. Your squad is able to move much faster on the global map while also avoiding unwanted encounters.
Energy weapon
Defense plasma +15%
Thanks to your connections, you managed occasionally to visit the Committee shooting range for energy weapons. It takes a lot of effort to get such a weapon, but it's worth it—you can fry the enemy before he has time to bring his barrel down on you.
Acrobatics
When tumbling:
Defense Close combat +50%
Defense gunshots +50%
Defense explosions +50%
Since you were little, you surprised your sports instructors with your agility and flexibility. These talents come in handy when you need to dodge a blow or avoid a run-in with command.
Lightning reflexes
Defense gunshots +5%
Speed +10
You've always complained that the people around you are extremely slow. Nature has rewarded you with extremely fast reactions. This helps you a lot in combat situations.
Strong shoulders
HP +5
Max weight +15
It seems to you that it is better to carry everything with you, than to find yourself in a critical situation without extra cartridges or your favorite can opener. You are used to long-distance treks on foot and can carry a few more pounds without any problem.
Resistance
Resistance +15
Defense Close combat +5%
Nature has given you a strong physique and stubborn character—you stand on your own two feet, like an ancient statue. This is quite a useful skill in situations where falling on the ground could cost you your life.
Medicine
Healing +0.3
Healing speed +40
Even though you have sworn no oath to the god of healing, your knowledge of medicine is enviable. If you had more free time you could start a successful private practice.