Traveller Companion Chargen Question

[JRoss]

Finally broke down and bought the Traveller Companion. Glad that I did. I really like the alternate Chargen methods. One question, though.

For the section on Page 21, under the Careers heading of Finalising the Traveller, there are three options. The first two options I get. They offer good mechanical bonuses.

What I don't get is the third option, the one to end your career at rank 4 instead of rank 2. It specifically states that it gives you no new skills. So what's the benefit? Thanks.

 

[M J Dougherty]

Higher rank opens doors for the Traveller, impresses people, creates roleplaying opportunities for those who wanted to have a more senior background.

 

[Annatar Giftbringer]

Higher rank opens doors for the Traveller, impresses people, creates roleplaying opportunities for those who wanted to have a more senior background.

Aye, the subtle difference between having been second backup pilot on a cruiser or commanding officer of said ship.

 

[JRoss]

Thank you, Michael and Annatar. That is in line with what I thought, but it is good to get confirmation.

Michael, I really like the book. Chargen is somuch easier. Oh, the new characteristics are all very interesting.

 

[M J Dougherty]

It's amazing how often people want me to be a Michael. I'm actually a Martin.

 

[Annatar Giftbringer]

I am a Michael, so imagine my surprise when I thought I was referred to by real name rather than the made-up one - until I read the whole post

 

[JRoss]

It's amazing how often people want me to be a Michael. I'm actually a Martin.

Oh. Yeah, I don't know why I wrote that. I KNOW your name is Martin. Sorry.

 

[M J Dougherty]

It's because you secretly want me to be a Michael. Many people do.

 

[Old School]

While we have Michael/Martin here with us, I’d like to add that I finished his “Shadow of the Storm: A Story of the Solomani Rim” last night. Enjoyable Traveller fiction. Highly recommend.

https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Storm-Story-Solomani-Rim-ebook/dp/B01DCR0NXG/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Shadow+of+the+storm%3A+a+history+of+the+solomani+rim&qid=1593782121&s=books&sr=1-1

 

[NOLATrav]

And also can I say this tome is quite wonderful...

https://www.amazon.com/Small-Visual-Encyclopedia-Martin-Dougherty/dp/1907446982

We're lucky to have you, Martin. Cheers