Mountain Climber
Mountain climbing as a sport became popular in the 19th century. Most climbers are weekend and vacation sportsmen and women; only a few have the reputations needed to attract the financing and sponsorship required for major climbs.
By the 1920s, all the major American and Alpine peaks have been conquered. After lengthy negotiations with the Tibetans, climbers were finally granted access to the highest peaks of the Himalayas. Regular assaults on Mt. Everest, the last unconquered peak in the world, were routinely covered by radio and newspapers. Expeditions in 1921, 1922, and 1924 all failed to reach the summit and resulted in the deaths of thirteen people.
In the modern-day, mountaineering (or Alpinism, as often termed by Europeans), may be sport, recreation, or a profession. If a profession, this could include climbing instructors, guides, athletes, or rescue services.
Occupation Skill Points: EDU × 2 + (DEX × 2 or STR × 2)
Credit Rating: 30–60
Suggested Contacts: Other climbers, environmentalists, patrons, sponsors, local rescue or law enforcement, park rangers, sports clubs.
Skills: Climb, First Aid, Jump, Listen, Navigate, Other Language, Survival (Alpine or as appropriate), Track.
By the 1920s, all the major American and Alpine peaks have been conquered. After lengthy negotiations with the Tibetans, climbers were finally granted access to the highest peaks of the Himalayas. Regular assaults on Mt. Everest, the last unconquered peak in the world, were routinely covered by radio and newspapers. Expeditions in 1921, 1922, and 1924 all failed to reach the summit and resulted in the deaths of thirteen people.
In the modern-day, mountaineering (or Alpinism, as often termed by Europeans), may be sport, recreation, or a profession. If a profession, this could include climbing instructors, guides, athletes, or rescue services.
Occupation Skill Points: EDU × 2 + (DEX × 2 or STR × 2)
Credit Rating: 30–60
Suggested Contacts: Other climbers, environmentalists, patrons, sponsors, local rescue or law enforcement, park rangers, sports clubs.
Skills: Climb, First Aid, Jump, Listen, Navigate, Other Language, Survival (Alpine or as appropriate), Track.
Type
Athlete
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