In GURPS Low-Tech , the concept of "preparing" generally refers to specific mechanical actions or rules for readying equipment and survival tasks rather than a single feature titled "Prepare." 1. Equipment and Survival Preparation

They worked through night. The codex guided measurements while Wren’s hands taught the men how to sight a straight line, test a joint with a hammer, and judge a rope’s strength by strands and stretch. When dawn bled pink, a herd of goats cautious on the new span was proof enough.

Fast-Draw Skill: This specialized skill allows a character to bypass the standard "preparation" (the Ready maneuver) and draw a weapon as a free action.

: The book introduces a "by-the-piece" armor system, allowing players to calculate weight and cost for specific body parts, from jade breastplates to steel gauntlets. Beyond Combat