Requires Base Attribute
Some equipment require a minimum Perception, Reflexes, Strength or Will to equip or use. This is the "base" value of your attribute (before any other modifiers from equipment or effects). In the left character pane a description of "Perception: 6 (9)" indicates you have 6 base Perception and +3 more from other bonuses.
All custom weapons require a minimum of 16 Will to purchase and use.
Note that you can sometimes temporarily lock yourself of using an item by "upgrading" it through crafting — eg. you can eat partially digested fish at 0 Will, but need 6 Will to eat the crafted acidic sushi from it. Be careful not to craft it into something you can use.
History
The heavy containment helmet used to require 6 Base Strength.
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