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So we are adjusting to 4th edition rules and I am looking at a first draft of my character. I was hoping that some of you more seasoned with the game wouldn't mind giving it a once over and see if I made any glaring errors or if you could make some suggestions. I am not particularly focused in optimizing BP>KP but more in creating a well rounded and capable character who can fullfill his primary role and still be an asset in combat.

Game Background: We will be playing as Lone Star investigators in New Orleans on a special tactics and operations department. The storyteller is wanting us to make competent but well rounded characters; deckers and drone riggers are highly discouraged. We are being supplied with Docwagon:Platinum, and should make 4000-6000Y a month. Additionally we will be able to requisition ammo, gear, and guns and the group will be given a department budget to divy up and purchase gear with.

Forward and Synopsis: I am writing this using the Tir Tairngire book as a reference and have taken some liberties in my background, most notably with my character's family and rank. On page 45 of the pdf a mysterious woman councilor to the High Prince is mentioned and named, but no details are given. I liked the name and am running with it, which could become a plot hook down the road. I was also looking at the Tir's social ranks and went with Ducal; high enough to be relevant but not particularly influential [even inside the Tir]. I am running with the concept that he is a second or third child and so has little political opportunity and has thus signed up as a Paladin, the Tir's designation for special operatives. This branch is also responsible for operations outside of the Tir.

Now Aztech and Tir Tairngire do not get along on any level and conveniently enough neither does Aztech get along with the CES or Lone Star. This is the foundation of my concept where the Tir has made an under the table alliance with CES against Aztech and are sending a few agents south. Braiden is one of those agents and is officially working as a Lone Star special investigator to cover his investigatory actions as he is working to check for Aztech influence, politics, and plans in New Orleans. I apologize for not having a full background prepped, but I wanted to screen the concept and character before typing the full thing out.


I am a bit concerned that the Wired Reflexes might be problematic at some point for trying to be a face and that I should possibly consider changing that to Synaptic Boosters. My one concern is that it might not be upgradable like in 3E and that it would be a significant cost to effectiveness switch for the benefit of subtlety. Also, are my weapon choices and mods good? I wanted to have a heavy hitting weapon and something a bit more subtle. Finally, and thoughts on my contacts list? Should I find some points to improve or expand on them some?

Braiden Naerain - Elven Face
Body: 3
Agility: 4
Reaction: 4[6]
Strength: 2
Charisma: 7
Intuition: 5
Logic: 3
Willpower: 3
Edge: 2
Essence: 2.45

Initiative Passes: 3/4

Fichetti Security 600 [Mod: Smartgun, Electronic Firing, Improved Range Finder, Fire Selector Change [BF], Gas Vent 2. Addons: Stock, Concealable Holster, Underbarrel Weight ]
Fichetti Security 600 : DV:4P, AP: 0, Conceal: -3, RC: 4[5], Range: 5/15/30/50, Mode: SA/BF, Ammo 30c

Unarmed: DV: 6S[e], AP: Half

Auctioneer Business Clothes: B5/I3 [B6/I4]
Urban Explorer Jumpsuit: B6/I6 [B7/I7]
Form-Fitting Body Armor: B6/I2 [B7/I3]

Physical: [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Stun: [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
Overflow: [ ] [ ] [ ]

Skills
*Influence 4
*Stealth 3
Dodge 5
Perception 4
Unarmed Combat 3
Pistols 4

Literature 4
Wines 4
Club Music 4
Security Procedures 3
Tir Tairngire 3

Sperethiel N
English 4
Spanish 2

Qualities
First Impression
Allergy[Uncommon | Moderate: shellfish]
Pacifist[Mild]
Low Pain Tolerance
Records on File: Tir Tairngire

Cyberware/Bioware
Tailored Pheromones [3]
Wired Reflexes [2]
Orthoskin [1]
-Upgrade: Electroshock

Gear
Medium Lifestyle [1 month]

Auctioneer Business Clothes
Urban Explorer Jumpsuit
Form-Fitting Full Body Suit

Metal Link [Vector Xim]
Tag Eraser

Contact Lenses [Flare Compensation, Empathy Sensor Software [6], Smartlink]
Glasses [Ultrasound, Thermographic]
Earbuds [Audio Enhancement 3, Select Sound Filter 3, Spatial Recognizer]

Real SIN : Braiden Naerain
-License: Wired Reflexes II
-License: Orthoskin
-License: Smartlink
-License: Fichetti Security 600
-License: Electronic Firing
-License: Firing Selection [Burst Fire]
-License: Gas Vent 2

Fake SIN [4]: Cayden Meara
-Fake License [4]: Wired Reflexes II
-Fake License [4]: Orthoskin
-Fake License [4]: Smartlink
-Fake License [4]: Fichetti Security 600
-Fake License [4]: Electronic Firing
-Fake License [4]: Firing Selection [Burst Fire]
-Fake License [4]: Gas Vent 2

2670Y

Cheshire [Hacker]
Loyalty: 4, Connections: 6
A lovely elven hacker that runs the Wonderland Datahaven and frequently exchanges favors and data across the net. Braiden and her met while working together in the Tir Tairngire armed forces as all citizens are expected to do upon completing the Rite of Naming. They served in the same unit together for two years and have stayed close since, engaging in on/off relationships. If she doesn't already have the info you need, chances are she can quickly line it up for you. Despite being a personality on the matrix, she keeps a social but low key lifestyle in the real world as well and while she is more than happy to help out Braiden, its not uncommon for her to ask for a favor or hand as well.


Black Jack [Fixer]
Loyalty: 1, Connections: 3
A back street dealer that buys, sells, and trades virtually anything illegal. Although Braiden isn't his typical clientele having a badge around isn't always a bad thing, especially when something a bit too hot gets dumped in his lap. Jack has a great ear for news on the street, trends in new drugs and weapons, and other merchandise. Ofcourse business is business and everything has a price, although this free wheeler doesnt just deal in cash. Black Jack is set up as a pawn broker just outside the downtown area.


Corenthine [High End Club Owner]
Loyalty: 2, Connections: 4
Owner of the renowned Cumhachtai club downtown, this elven beauty is well connected to most of the power players in the area. She has a great sense for trends, tastes, and pleasures. Braiden is a frequent client of her establishment, indulging in the high class offerings where he and Corenthine have routinely used each other for casual stress releif alongside their professional relationship. Braiden frequently wine and dines high class contacts at Cumhachtai. The club is the top three floors of a downtown high-rise. The first floor is a dancefloor and stage for live performances and music. Above it is an atrium that goes up through the remaining two floors where tables are set up for fine dining. Each table is equipped with an adjustable white noise generator so they can enjoy the club's music at their preferred level and ensure privacy [the building is also carefully hardened against astral and matrix reconnaissance]. Needless to say, Corenthine has dirt on virtually every notable personality in the region.

Larry [Taxi Driver]
Loyalty: 1, Connections: 3
This troll taxi driver knows the region like the back of his hand including all the best spots. Being a dumb looking troll driving around a yellow van leads many people to underestimate him and he hears a good deal of info from conversations from the back. Ofcourse driving a taxi isn't great money but selling the occasional info on the side can help subsidize rent a bit when he goes on a drinking binge again.

Stats 200, Race 30, Edge 10, Skills 134, Qualities P5/N-35, Resources 32, Contacts 24

[X-Kalibur]

By RAW, Addiction to sex is not allowable for extra BP. You can RP it all day though.