# PROF (Data: starting_kits.lst)

## Status

None

## Syntax

`PROF:x`

## Parameters

- x: Text (Proficiency name)

## What it does

- Presents a pipe-delimited (|) list of weapon proficiencies for the character to choose from.
- If the `RACIAL:YES` tag is included on the line, PCGen will fill any racial bonus proficiency choices first, otherwise it will try to fill any class bonus proficiency choices. If there are any choices left they will be granted as bonus proficiencies.

## Example

`PROF:Greataxe`

Would give a proficiency in the use of “Greataxe” if the PC can afford it.

`PROF:Longsword <tab> RACIAL:YES`

Would select Longsword as the bonus proficiency choice if the character can legally select that choice.

`PROF:Longbow|Shortbow`

Would grant the choice of Longbow or Shortbow as a bonus proficiency.

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