Editing Genius The Transgression/Chapter One: The Cosmos (section)

===Training:===
Staunens are often more like "pure scientists" than other catalysts, exploring the world for its own sake. They often study Computer and Science more than Crafts, and they are the most likely to study the Occult. Those that seek out the weird and extraordinary have a variety of Physical Skills like Larceny and Survival, while Staunens who began their careers as journalists or investigators usually possess Investigation, Politics, and Subterfuge.

Catalysts of curiosity often result in a more stable personality than with other mad scientists, granting higher Composure. Those Staunens able to articulate their amazement at the world often possess blazing Presence. Staunens without Social Attributes are also common, though; these often possess staggering Intelligence and Wits to record and make sense of observations, as well as high Resolve to survive weeks or months of repetitive study for little reward.

Many Staunens let their previous social engagements melt away upon their catalyst, meaning that Social Merits like Allies and Fame are comparatively rare. In contrast, Staunens often have excellent senses and memories, making Merits like Eidetic Memory common.