Mathematics

Mathematics Technical [lore] Apprentice 300 hours

At the apprentice level, this skill covers basic problem solving such as addition, division, et cetera. At the journeyman level or higher, equations that are more difficult become clearer; you now can work algebra and geometry. A master mathematician actually knows what an arc tangent or inverse cosine are as well as how to use them. A master mathematician specialized in non-linear dynamics can even design a game engine that works well for play as well as being reasonably accurate. Those that lack both this skill and literacy are pretty much stuck to calculating with only single digit numbers without removing articles of clothing. "Math is like love: a simple idea but it can get complicated."

- R. Drabek