On 10/12/2017 6:58 PM, Jeff Zeitlin wrote:
> Based on the comments in the threads here on the topic, I think the 'core
> skills' that would be needed would be Carousing, Steward, Liaison,
> Streetwise, and probably at least 0-level Admin and Legal, especially for
> the self-employed. I'd not be surprised if those working at the ... easily
> abused ... levels of the profession would also pick up Brawling or Blade
> (dagger or knife) or some other minimally-armed or unarmed "combat" skill.

I would also add Medical 1 or something similar that would apply to
"ditch medicine" focused on physical altercations and perhaps
drugs/herbals (enhancements, mood altering, etc.) that they would need
to understand and have remedies for.

I have to say that this has been one of the most fascinating threads
I've read in a long time.  Thanks to everyone!

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