One of the things that I personally do not care for in UW is the use of the word "skill" for what are essentially "play book moves". It seems to confuse people.  A "miss" result is not a failed skill check and should not be thought of as one.  PCs are assumed to be competent.<br/><br/>While I suggested using a different combination than Military/Starfarer, that was just a suggestion and not any sort of GMly "thou mustn't". It's your character, not mine, and you won't bugger up my long term overarching campaign prep no matter what options you choose.  :D<br/><br/>The descriptors are suggestions. You are allowed to roll your own (so to speak).