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	!Records		!Records
	\|These are text fields where you can enter information accessible in-game on records computers. For example, the Security Records are viewable on the security record console and could contain information such as past arrests or convictions. Filling this information out is not required. See the [https://ps.~~ss13~~.~~net~~/ Paperwork Simulator] for templates and instructions.		\|These are text fields where you can enter information accessible in-game on records computers. For example, the Security Records are viewable on the security record console and could contain information such as past arrests or convictions. Filling this information out is not required. See the [https://ps.muck.im/ Paperwork Simulator] for templates and instructions.
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	!Other		!Other

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	Upon clicking ~~the Character Setup option~~ on the main menu, you will be faced with the ~~character creation~~ menu. This guide will detail the options available to you. To ease navigation, it will be broken down into categories for each individual tab. You may use up to 40 character slots, each containing a unique character. Ensure you click '''Save slot''' after making your changes, or they will be lost.		Upon clicking "Options" on the main menu, you will be faced with the Character Setup menu. This guide will detail the options available to you. To ease navigation, it will be broken down into categories for each individual tab. You may use up to 40 character slots, each containing a unique character. Ensure you click '''Save slot''' after making your changes, or they will be lost.

	==General==		==General==
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	!Name		!Name
	\| The name of your character - this shows up on your ID and when you speak. Refer to the [[Rules]] for naming guidelines.		\|The name of your character - this shows up on your ID and when you speak. Refer to the [[Rules]] for naming guidelines.
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	!~~Gender~~		!Species
			\|This is your species. Alien species require a whitelist application.
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			!Body Type
	\|This is your character's apparent biological sex. It has no influence on gameplay beyond which sprite your character uses.		\|This is your character's apparent biological sex. It has no influence on gameplay beyond which sprite your character uses.
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			!Pronouns
			\|These are the pronouns your character uses. They are independent of body type and determine how your character is referred to in the game.
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	!Age		!Age
	\| The age of your character in years. For humans, the minimum is 18 and the maximum is 100.		\|The age of your character in years. For humans, the minimum is 18 and the maximum is 100.
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	~~!Species~~
	~~\|This is your species. Alien species require a whitelist application~~.
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	!Blood Type		!Blood Type
	\|As it is in the real world, your blood type influences medical care in tissue and blood donations.		\|As it is in the real world, your blood type influences medical care in tissue and blood donations.
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	!~~Skin Tone~~		!Glasses
	~~\|This allows you to modify the color of your skin. For humans, it is represented by a number, where 1 is very pale, and 220 is very dark. The default is 35.~~
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	~~!Needs~~ Glasses
	\|If enabled, a screen blur will be applied when you are not wearing glasses. Glasses can be obtained in the Loadout or from the Infirmary.		\|If enabled, a screen blur will be applied when you are not wearing glasses. Glasses can be obtained in the Loadout or from the Infirmary.
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	~~!Limbs~~
	\|This menu allows you to replace your limbs with mechanical prosthetics or to remove them entirely. Mechanical prosthetics act differently than biological limbs in several ways, most notably reacting violently to electromagnetic pulses. It is not recommended to remove your legs without replacing them.
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	~~!Internal Organs~~
	~~\|In addition to your limbs, you can choose to replace internal organs with mechanical prosthetics. These, also, react violently to EMP.~~
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	!Height and Build		!Height and Build
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	!Hair, Facial, Eyes		!Hair, Facial, Eyes
	\|These menus allow you to customize your character further by changing their hair, facial hair, eyes, and their colors. Refer to the [[Uniform Guide]] for grooming restrictions for military characters. You can change your hairstyle in-game with the "Tie Hair" verb.		\|These menus allow you to customize your character further by changing their hair, facial hair, eyes, and their colors. Refer to the [[Uniform Guide]] for grooming restrictions for military characters. You can change your hairstyle in-game with the "Tie Hair" verb.
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			!Skin Tone
			\|This allows you to modify the color of your skin. For humans, it is represented by a number, where 1 is very pale, and 220 is very dark. The default is 35.
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	!Body Markings		!Body Markings
	\|Lets you customize your character with various tattoos, bio-mods, hair fades, and other body markings.		\|Lets you customize your character with various tattoos, bio-mods, hair fades, and other body markings.
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			!Adjust Limbs
			\|This menu allows you to replace your limbs with mechanical prosthetics or to remove them entirely. Mechanical prosthetics act differently than biological limbs in several ways, most notably reacting violently to electromagnetic pulses. It is not recommended to remove your legs without replacing them.
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			!Adjust Organs
			\|In addition to your limbs, you can choose to replace internal organs with mechanical prosthetics. These, also, react violently to EMPs.
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			!Traits
			\|This menu allows you to add various traits to your character, such as allergies.
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	!Equipment		!Equipment
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	Once you have selected a job, '''click the name of the job''' to open the [[Skills]] panel. Skills have mechanical effects so make sure you set them before joining! Generally, the older your character is, the more experienced they are.		Once you have selected a job, '''click the name of the job''' to open the [[Skills]] panel. Skills have mechanical effects so make sure you set them before joining! Generally, the older your character is, the more experienced they are.

	For your first character it is advised that you pick something like a [[Crewman]], [[Deck Technician]], [[Steward]], or [[Janitor]]. Select "[[Engineer\|Engineering Trainee]]/[[Medical Technician\|Trainee Medical Technician]]" if you want to get started in those departments!		For your first character it is advised that you pick something like a [[Crewman]], [[Deck Technician]], [[Steward]], or [[Janitor]]. Select [[Engineer\|Engineering Trainee]] or [[Medical Technician\|Trainee Medical Technician]] if you want to get started in those departments!

	It is recommended to make a new character for every job.		It is recommended to make a new character for every job.
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	==Roles==		==Roles==
	[[File:Cc roles.png\|thumb\|The Roles tab in its default state.]]The Roles tab is where you can define which special characters you can become. This is used similarly to the job assignment system described above. Please refer to Antagonist Roles for details on the various antagonist types.		[[File:Cc roles.png\|thumb\|The Roles tab in its default state.]]The Roles tab is where you can define which special characters you can become. This is used similarly to the job assignment system described above. Please refer to the Antagonist section of the [[Roles]] page for details on the various antagonist types.

	For your first game, it is recommended you keep these options set to NEVER.		For your first game, it is recommended you keep these options set to NEVER.

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	[[File:Cc occupation.png\|thumb\|The Occupation tab, with no branch or rank selected.]]The Occupation tab determines which, if any, jobs you can be. It also contains settings to change your branch of service and your rank and allows you to make skill selections for each job.		[[File:Cc occupation.png\|thumb\|The Occupation tab, with no branch or rank selected.]]The Occupation tab determines which, if any, jobs you can be. It also contains settings to change your branch of service and your rank and allows you to make skill selections for each job.

	Most jobs are available to the [[Expeditionary Corps]], and it is recommended that new players select that branch. Clicking on any crossed out job will explain the required options for that job to become selectable. If your first character is not a civilian, you should to set their Rank to Explorer or to Crewman.		Most jobs are available to the [[Expeditionary Corps]], and it is recommended that new players select that branch. Clicking on any crossed out job will explain the required options for that job to become selectable. If your first character is not a civilian, you should set their Rank to Explorer or to Crewman.

	Once you have selected a job, '''click the name of the job''' to open the [[Skills]] panel. Skills have mechanical effects so make sure you set them before joining! Generally, the older your character is the more experienced they are.		Once you have selected a job, '''click the name of the job''' to open the [[Skills]] panel. Skills have mechanical effects so make sure you set them before joining! Generally, the older your character is, the more experienced they are.

	For your first character it is advised that you pick something like a [[Crewman]], [[Deck Technician]], [[Steward]], or [[Janitor]]. Select "[[Engineer\|Engineering Trainee]]/[[Medical Technician\|Trainee Medical Technician]]" if you want to get started in those departments!		For your first character it is advised that you pick something like a [[Crewman]], [[Deck Technician]], [[Steward]], or [[Janitor]]. Select "[[Engineer\|Engineering Trainee]]/[[Medical Technician\|Trainee Medical Technician]]" if you want to get started in those departments!

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	**2) Never knowingly inconvenience a customer.		**2) Never knowingly inconvenience a customer.
	**3) Ensure all orders are fulfilled before the end of the shift.		**3) Ensure all orders are fulfilled before the end of the shift.
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	[[Category: General Guides]]		[[Category: General Guides]]
	[[Category: Guides]]		[[Category: Guides]]

Rootoo at 01:03, 25 April 2023

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	==Roles==		==Roles==
	[[File:Cc roles.png\|thumb\|The Roles tab in its default state.]]The Roles tab is where you can define which special characters you can become. This is used similarly to the job assignment system described above. Please refer to ~~[[Roles\|~~Antagonist Roles]] for details on the various antagonist types.		[[File:Cc roles.png\|thumb\|The Roles tab in its default state.]]The Roles tab is where you can define which special characters you can become. This is used similarly to the job assignment system described above. Please refer to Antagonist Roles for details on the various antagonist types.

	For your first game, it is recommended you keep these options set to NEVER.		For your first game, it is recommended you keep these options set to NEVER.
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	!Hardsuit Module Activation Key		!Hardsuit Module Activation Key
	\|Allows you to change the key which activates hardsuit modules. See [[Guide to Hardsuits]].		\|Allows you to change the key which activates hardsuit modules. See [[Guide to EVA and Internals#Hardsuits\|Guide to EVA and Internals: Hardsuits]].
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	!Draw gun based on intent		!Draw gun based on intent

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	Upon clicking the Character Setup option on the main menu, you will be faced with the character creation menu. This guide will detail the options available to you. To ease navigation, it will be broken down into categories for each individual tab. You may use up to 40 character slots, each containing a unique character. Ensure you click '''Save slot''' after making your changes, or they will be lost.		Upon clicking the Character Setup option on the main menu, you will be faced with the character creation menu. This guide will detail the options available to you. To ease navigation, it will be broken down into categories for each individual tab. You may use up to 40 character slots, each containing a unique character. Ensure you click '''Save slot''' after making your changes, or they will be lost.
			[[File:Cc general.png\|thumb\|The General tab.]]

	== General ==		== General ==
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	\|Lets you set a custom email address and password, if desired.		\|Lets you set a custom email address and password, if desired.
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			[[File:Cc occupation.png\|thumb\|The Occupation tab, with no branch or rank selected.]]

	== Occupation ==		== Occupation ==
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	Job selection works on a priority system, where [HIGH] is the job you most want to play, [MEDIUM] is the jobs you wish to play if your [HIGH] job is unavailable, and [LOW] are the jobs you wish to play if both your [HIGH] and [MEDIUM] selections are not available. The [NEVER] option is the default and prevents you from being assigned that job by the assignment system. At round start, all players who have selected the Ready option on the main menu will be entered into the sorting system.		Job selection works on a priority system, where [HIGH] is the job you most want to play, [MEDIUM] is the jobs you wish to play if your [HIGH] job is unavailable, and [LOW] are the jobs you wish to play if both your [HIGH] and [MEDIUM] selections are not available. The [NEVER] option is the default and prevents you from being assigned that job by the assignment system. At round start, all players who have selected the Ready option on the main menu will be entered into the sorting system.
			[[File:Cc roles.png\|thumb\|The Roles tab in its default state.]]

	== Roles ==		== Roles ==
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	* The Uplink Type menu allows you to change which of your standard items will be converted into the uplink, a tool which allows you to create special and powerful items to assist you on your mission, whatever it may be. Please refer to the [[Guide to Uplinks]] page for an explanation of the individual options.		* The Uplink Type menu allows you to change which of your standard items will be converted into the uplink, a tool which allows you to create special and powerful items to assist you on your mission, whatever it may be. Please refer to the [[Guide to Uplinks]] page for an explanation of the individual options.
	* Exploitable Information is similar to the Records explained above. It is accessible on the uplink provided to [[Traitor\|Traitors]] and certain other antagonists and could contain information on things such as your family, debts, past misdeeds or other things that could give someone a mental or emotional advantage over you. As with the records, filling this information out is optional.		* Exploitable Information is similar to the Records explained above. It is accessible on the uplink provided to [[Traitor\|Traitors]] and certain other antagonists and could contain information on things such as your family, debts, past misdeeds or other things that could give someone a mental or emotional advantage over you. As with the records, filling this information out is optional.
			[[File:Cc loadout.png\|thumb\|The Loadout page with Accessories selected.]]

	== Loadout ==		== Loadout ==
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	\|Modified items for alien species.		\|Modified items for alien species.
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			[[File:Cc global.png\|thumb\|The Global tab with default settings.]]

	== Global ==		== Global ==
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	\|Toggles Goon chat on or off.		\|Toggles Goon chat on or off.
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			[[File:Cc laws.png\|thumb\|The Laws tab with 'Shackle' being turned on but no set selected.]]

	== Laws ==		== Laws ==

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	!Equipment		!Equipment
	\|This section of settings allows you to customize your undergarments, choose a backpack type, and adjust your suit sensor settings. [[Fleet]] personnel should wear PT tank tops below their [[Uniform Guide\|utility uniform]].		\|This section of settings allows you to customize your undergarments, choose a backpack type, and adjust your suit sensor settings. [[Sol Central Government Fleet\|Fleet]] personnel should wear PT tank tops below their [[Uniform Guide\|utility uniform]].
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	!Flavor		!Flavor
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	The Loadout tab allows you to select special equipment to enter the game with. These are items that may not be ordinarily available in-game. You have an unlimited number of points but try not to bring an entire warehouse onboard. Some items are restricted to certain branches or jobs. Select "Hide Unavailable" to see what is allowed for your current job.		The Loadout tab allows you to select special equipment to enter the game with. These are items that may not be ordinarily available in-game. You have an unlimited number of points but try not to bring an entire warehouse onboard. Some items are restricted to certain branches or jobs. Select "Hide Unavailable" to see what is allowed for your current job.

	If you are from a uniformed organization (the [[Expeditionary Corps]] or the [[Fleet]]), please check out the [[Uniform Guide]]. If you forgot to take something, there is a Uniform Vendor in both Cryogenic Storages.		If you are from a uniformed organization (the [[Expeditionary Corps]] or the [[Sol Central Government Fleet\|Fleet]]), please check out the [[Uniform Guide]]. If you forgot to take something, there is a Uniform Vendor in both Cryogenic Storages.
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	!Option		!Option
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	!Accessories		!Accessories
	\|Accessories attach to your main clothing item. Ties, medals, armbands, and pins. Members of the [[Fleet]] are advised to pick "fleet patch" and select the Fleet they are assigned to. The Torch mission patch can be a nice touch both for contractors and enlisted personnel.		\|Accessories attach to your main clothing item. Ties, medals, armbands, and pins. Members of the [[Sol Central Government Fleet\|Fleet]] are advised to pick "fleet patch" and select the Fleet they are assigned to. The Torch mission patch can be a nice touch both for contractors and enlisted personnel.
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	!Augments		!Augments
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	!Hats and Headwear		!Hats and Headwear
	\|Everything that goes onto your head. Don't forget to take an EC cap if you are from the [[Expeditionary Corps]] or a fleet cap if you are from the [[Fleet]]!		\|Everything that goes onto your head. Don't forget to take an EC cap if you are from the [[Expeditionary Corps]] or a fleet cap if you are from the [[Sol Central Government Fleet\|Fleet]]!
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	!Shoes and Footwear		!Shoes and Footwear

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	** 3) Ensure all orders are fulfilled before the end of the shift.		** 3) Ensure all orders are fulfilled before the end of the shift.

	[[Category: ~~Introductory Pages~~]][[Category: Guides]]		[[Category: General Guides]][[Category: Guides]]