Scientists are the living proof that knowledge is power! Dig into the mysteries of planet Nexus, and unlock unique abilities by studying ancient Eldan relics, exotic plants and dangerous alien organisms.
As a Scientist, you will travel the world with your Scan Bot by your side. Use it to scan local wildlife and flora and increase your understanding of the planet Nexus. As you level, your Scan Bot will gain new abilities. Discover Elden technology and learn more about how they lived and why they left. Unravel puzzles and be rewarded. Look for data cubes for extra XP. If you enjoy Lore, then this path is for you!
Mission types 
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 | Analysis |  | Archeology |
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| Time to put that big brain of yours to work! Whether it's a bug-eyed monster or the enemy's databanks, it's up to you to scan it. | The Eldan left behind a whole planet full of awesome. So start scanning those relics, robots, and radical machines! | ||
 | Biology |  | Botany |
| Nexus is home to the craziest critters this side of the Fringe! You and your trusty scanbot better get crackin'. | Studying plants on Nexus is cool. Especially when those plants are trying to chew your face off. Stopping to smell the flowers? Not recommended. | ||
 | Catalog |  | Chemistry |
| Knowledge is power. Which is good, because Nexus has a lot of knowledge that needs to be collected and catalogued. Time to power up! | Nexus is full of exotic materials and alien compounds just waiting to be studied. Are some of them ridiculously dangerous? No doubt about it. | ||
 | Diagnostics |  | Field Study |
| You're a scientist, and that means you can fix stuff. Whether it's a broken leg or a busted bot, you'll diagnose the problem and take care of it. | Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of hostile alien lifeforms? You do. Study behavior patterns among the natives. And try not to get killed. |
Rewards Edit
Leveling your Scientist skills will result in a variety of rewards.
| WildStar Online Paths |
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| Explorer · Scientist · Settler · Soldier |
