Survival (ACU)

Knacks: Navigation, Foraging, Tracking

Survival is a skill that represents a character's ability to survive and thrive in harsh or adverse environments. It involves an understanding of natural resources, such as food, water and shelter; as well as an ability to adapt to different climates and terrain. They may also be able to navigate based on landmarks, the night sky and use this skill to track sentient species or wildlife, as well as identify and avoid potential hazards, such as poisonous plants or dangerous fauna.

Another benefit of Survival is the ability to forage for natural remedies used in treating Straing & Wounds. In the absence of advanced medical supplies, natural remedies can provide a valuable alternative to aid a character's recovery. Various plants and some fauna possess medicinal properties that can assist in treating injuries and illnesses. These may have anti-inflammatory properties to alleviate swelling and pain, or antimicrobial and antiseptic properties to prevent infection in wounds.

On a successful Survival skill check, the character finds sufficient supplies equivalent to a level 1 medical kit. Each critical success on the Survival check increases the effectiveness of the found remedies by one level. The quantity of remedies found is sufficient for one treatment per 5 minutes of searching (at the discretion of the Gamemaster).

This skill can be used in place of Perception in the relevant situations.