Forum:Why are my S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stats being deducted?

There are many reasons why a players S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stats can be deducted. One of the more obvious reasons is if the apparel you are wearing can have negative effects on the players S.P.E.C.I.A.L., normally power armor or a unique armor, such as remnants power armor.

There is also the chance that you have just consumed food or drink from your Pip-Boy that has a negative effect as well. This could include healing powder, which negates the players perception with a -1. Be careful when taking food or drink during battle, since the negative effects on your S.P.E.C.I.A.L. could be detrimental. (If in an unarmed fight and the player uses food or drink that negates the endurance skill, your unarmed skill will deteriorate)

One of the more frustrating and confusing ways is that of radiation poisoning. At first a player might not realize it if they know their armor has no negative effects and they know they did not consume any food or drink with negative effects. However, if the player suffers from radiation poisoning the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. skills will be negated. Endurance is the first one that gets affected with minor radiation poisoning. Consider taking rad-away or seeking a doctor to consequentely remove the radiation sickness. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Angus Beefcakes (talk • contribs). Please sign your posts with ~ !