For some people, this post is one of the most exciting parts of character creation. For others, just another part of the game. But equipment is an essential part of any Pathfinder game (and most RPGs). So here is some equipment that will be essential in a modern game, including new weapons and armor and a few skill items for the new skills.
Computers
In today’s world computers and access to them are everywhere. You can go to a library in almost any small city in America and find computers for public internet use. There are programs to help people get free smartphones and service for them. So, it can be assumed that most characters will at least have a smartphone. So while some phones and laptops, etc. may be much more expensive than listed here, since they are essential to daily life and game balance the prices reflect that. Besides used computers are readily available and phones are often cheap or free with a service plan.
Held Items
Smartphone 1sp.
You can use Hack and Crack actions with a smartphone, but you take a -1 circumstance penalty to checks to do so
Basic Laptop Computer 3gp
Performance Desktop Computer level 4 75gp Bulk 2
While this computer has more processing power and allows for more ease in Computer checks, it is much less mobile and generally must be set up at home or in an office. It may still connect to other devices via internet or Bluetooth
+ 1 item bonus to Computer checks
Performance Desktop Computer (greater) level 9 675gp Bulk 2
The top of the line in home desktop computers. Still only good for a home or office setup, this machine blows all other computers away with its abilities. It can even help you succeed when you might have failed.
+2 item bonus to Computers checks.
Second Chance Hack
[Reaction] Trigger: You fail a Computers check
Frequency: Once per Hour
The computer is fast enough to catch mistakes before you do. It points out a flaw in your code just in time.
Reroll the triggering check with a +2 circumstance bonus
Performance Laptop Level 5 100gp Bulk 1
This laptop has more processing power than an average model and is more ergonomic, making using it much easier. It is also portable. It does need to be charged after 5 hours of use.
+ 1 item bonus to Computer checks
Performance Laptop (Greater) Level 10 875gp Bulk 1
The top of the line in portable computers. The battery will run for 16 hours of use before needing to recharge. It can even help you succeed when you might have failed.
+2 item bonus to Computers checks.
Second Chance Hack
[Reaction] Trigger: You fail a Computers check
Frequency: Once per Hour
The computer is fast enough to catch mistakes before you do. It points out a flaw in your code just in time.
Reroll the triggering check with a +2 circumstance bonus
Worn Items
Driver’s Gloves level 4 80gp
+ 1 item bonus to Pilot checks
Greater Driver’s Gloves level 9 700gp
+2 item bonus to Pilot Checks and +2 to Reflex saves made while driving
Armor
Traditional fantasy armor is still available — in fact, some creatures behind the Veil still prefer it — but it is often out of place. Someone walking down the street in full plate will get a lot of funny looks. Then again, wearing full tac gear is only marginally better.
| Name | Category | Price | AC Bonus | Dex Cap | Check Penalty | Speed Penalty | STR | Bulk | Traits |
| Motorcycle Leather | Light | 2gp | +1 | +4 | 0 | 0 | – | L | Comfort |
| Sport Armor | Light | 5sp | +2 | +3 | -1 | 0 | 12 | 1 | |
| Ballistic Fiber | Medium | 4gp | +3 | +2 | -1 | 0 | 12 | Flexible, Comfort | |
| Medium Sports Armor | Medium | 4gp | +4 | +1 | -2 | -5 | 14 | ||
| Concealable Vest | Medium | 8gp | +4 | +1 | -2 | -5 | 14 | Concealable | |
| Heavy Plate Carrier | Heavy | 18gp | +5 | +1 | -3 | -10 | 16 | ||
| Full Tactical Suit | Heavy | 35gp | +6 | +0 | -3 | -10 | 16 |
Light
Motorcycle Leather
Usually some form of tough leather clothes. They aren’t great at stopping bullets, but are comfortable and add a little bit of protection. You also won’t get too many funny looks for wearing them.
Light Sport Armor
This represents lighter sports gear, like a baseball catcher’s chest protector, or a sport fencing outfit. It’s gear that doesn’t offer much protection and usually doesn’t cover very much of your body. But it’s easy to explain why you might be wearing it
Medium
Ballistic Fiber
Generally, clothing that is reinforced with bullet- and cut-resistant fiber. Capable of preventing small-caliber rounds from penetrating, but you’ll still feel it. Because this is basically a set of bulky clothes, it is generally easy to maneuver in and, fairly comfortable to wear.
Medium Sport Armor
This represents bulkier sports armor, a full set of football pads for instance. A bit harder to maneuver in, but offers more protection.
Concealable Vest
The so-called bulletproof vest. It can be worn under a shirt to conceal it
Heavy
Full Tactical Armor
This is a full set of steel reinforce ceramic plates and other steel and durable plastic, covering your entire body.
Heavy Plate Carrier
This armor is made up of ceramic plates protecting the most vital spots from even high caliber rounds.
Weapons
If you are looking for Firearms, they have their own separate post here: Modern Firearms
| Name | Category | Price | Damage | Hands | Group | Traits |
| Brass knuckles | Simple | 2sp | 1d4 | 1 | Brawling | Agile, Concealable, Finesse |
| Stun Gun | Simple | 8sp | 1d6 Electricity | 1 | Brawling | Nonlethal |
| Taser | Martial | 2gp | 1d6 electricity | 1 | Firearms | 20ft range |
| Telescoping Baton | Simple | 2gp | 1d4 B | 1 | Clubs | Agile, Concealable, Deadly d6, Finesse, |
Brass Knuckles
Small brass or steel handguards that make your unarmed attacks lethal, and are concealable
Stun gun
A battery-operated electronic device, usually two prongs that need to be placed on a creature to deal nonlethal electricity damage.
Taser
Effectively a ranged version of a stun gun, it shoots two prongs connected to electric cords that deal electricity damage.
Telescoping Baton
A small metal baton that collapses into itself. Easy to conceal, but very dangerous when used properly.
Special Weapons
| Name | Level | Price | Bulk |
| Pepper Spray (Lesser) | 1 | 2gp | – |
| Pepper Spray (Moderate) | 5 | 35gp | – |
| Pepper Spray (Greater) | 11 | 200gp | L |
This a disposable chemical spray that is meant as a self-defense deterrent to attackers. You spray this in a line forcing targets to make a Fortitude save against its effects.
Pepper Spray (Lesser)
This level represents the cheap small key chain style you might find at some gas stations or flea markets. It is not very reliable and contains a very mild irritant
Area: 10 ft line
Saving Throw: Fortitude
DC: 15
Critical Failure: Creature is Sickened 2
Failure: Creature is Sickened 1
Success: Creature is unaffected
Pepper Spray (Moderate)
This level represents a more reliable type of personal defense, often purchased from reputable self-defense suppliers. It contains a more reliable irritant in larger quantities.
Area: 15 ft line
Saving Throw: Fortitude
DC: 21
Critical Failure: Creature is Sickened 3
Failure: Creature is Sickened 2
Success: Creature is unaffected
Pepper Spray (Greater)
This type of pepper spray represents the strongest variant. Often sold as Bear Mace and intended to protect the user from the most dangerous threats
Area: 15 ft cone
Saving Throw: Fortitude
DC: 29
Critical Failure: Creature is Sickened 3 and Stunned 1
Failure: Creature is Sickened 2
Success: Creature is Sickened 1
Critical Success: Creature is unaffected
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