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Veteran occupation
Veteran is one of 25 occupations you can choose at character creation. It costs 8 points. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.
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Free traits and notes
Free trait: Desensitized.
Free trait: Desensitized.
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Recipes known from the start
Veteran knows this recipe from the first minute, with no magazine or skill book needed:
- Make Tarp Chest Rig
Other characters learn the same recipes from magazines or by reaching a skill level. Look any of them up in the recipe database.
Read from the Build 42 game files, November 2026.
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Occupations at a similar price
| Occupation | Points | Starting skills |
|---|---|---|
| Blacksmith | -6 | +4 Blacksmithing, +1 Maintenance, +1 Short Blunt |
| Burglar | -6 | +2 Nimble, +2 Sneaking, +2 Lightfooted |
| Fitness Instructor | -6 | +3 Fitness, +2 Running, +1 Strength |
| Engineer | -4 | +1 Electrical, +1 Carpentry, +1 Masonry |
| Mechanic | -4 | +4 Mechanics, +1 Welding |
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Quick answers
How many points does Veteran cost?
It costs 8 points.
What skills does Veteran start with?
+2 Aiming, +2 Reloading.
What free trait does Veteran get?
Desensitized.
What recipes does Veteran start with?
Make Tarp Chest Rig.
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