Streetwise (Cyberpunk RED)
Skills
Definition
Streetwise represents your knowledge of Night City's underground—where to find things, who to talk to, what's safe and what's dangerous, and how to survive on the streets. Streetwise uses your COOL stat and is essential for navigating the criminal underworld, finding black market goods, and understanding street culture.
How it works
**Linked Stat**: COOL
**Key Uses**:
- Finding black market goods and services
- Knowing gang territories and safe zones
- Understanding street culture and slang
- Getting information from street contacts
**Related Skills**: Pairs well with Trading, Bribery, and Human Perception
Tips
**Build Advice**: Streetwise is valuable for any character who operates in Night City's underworld, which is most edgerunners.
**Information Source**: High Streetwise means you know things. You've heard rumors, know who runs what, and can find what others can't.
**Fixer Connection**: Fixers rely heavily on Streetwise. It's essential for their role.
Frequently asked questions
Is Streetwise different from Local Expert?
Streetwise is broad street knowledge. Local Expert is deep knowledge of one specific area. You might have high Streetwise and know the streets in general, but Local Expert in Little China specifically.
Can Streetwise help in combat?
Not directly, but knowing which areas are dangerous, who controls territory, and where to avoid can keep you out of fights you can't win.