The right Pioneer changes the route.
The official roster currently lists eight Pioneers. Compare their published stats and bonuses, then open a character guide for practical route and build direction.
Current roster / 8
Choose for the job.
These cards use official published abilities and base stats. Build suggestions remain practical interpretations because Early Access balance and available Traits can change.
Pioneer / FreeWade Tornstrom
The free starter with melee, defense and daytime sight bonuses. Energy is his clearest constraint.
Open Wade guide →
Pioneer / LawmanWyatt Earp
High base stats, ranged damage and Justice make Wyatt a forgiving combat generalist.
Open Wyatt guide →
Pioneer / RangedClara McKinley
Ranged damage, speed, dodge and stealth with low Health and the roster’s lightest pack.
Open Clara guide →
Pioneer / MiningRussell Greeneberry
A mining-and-haul specialist with 120 Encumbrance and useful movement and stealth tools.
Open Russell guide →
Pioneer / DemolitionBoomstick Bob
Mining, chopping and 120 Encumbrance make Bob a practical resource-route specialist.
Open Bob guide →
Pioneer / StealthSkookum Joe Mason
A balanced stealth-melee scout with dodge, defense, movement and mining bonuses.
Open Joe guide →
Pioneer / ChoppingJane “Splinter” Holloway
The strongest listed chopping bonus plus fast movement and a broad survival toolkit.
Open Jane guide →
Pioneer / UtilityNellie Cashman
Ranged, chopping, mining and defense bonuses, 120 Energy and companion Finnegan.
Open Nellie guide →Quick comparison
Published base stats.
A higher number adds margin, but the best Pioneer still depends on the route, equipment and Traits available to you.
| Pioneer | Health | Energy | Encumbrance | Primary direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wade Tornstrom | 90 | 60 | 90 | Melee starter |
| Wyatt Earp | 120 | 120 | 120 | Ranged generalist |
| Clara McKinley | 80 | 80 | 70 | Mobile sharpshooter |
| Russell Greeneberry | 85 | 90 | 120 | Mining and haul |
| Boomstick Bob | 90 | 75 | 120 | Resource gathering |
| Skookum Joe Mason | 100 | 90 | 100 | Stealth melee |
| Jane Holloway | 90 | 100 | 100 | Chopping and movement |
| Nellie Cashman | 90 | 120 | 90 | Utility and companion |
Source check: official Pioneers page. The roster and values are subject to Early Access changes. All portraits on this Wiki are original unofficial illustrations.