You're right, they aren't required to get a job. However, it might be beneficial to them.
When they first arrive, characters are given a card with a small amount of the city's currency on it for them to use and get started. All the stores accept it, including the electronics store.
However, the amount only covers enough for basic needs (food, drink, seasonal clothing) that will have more added to it on the first of each month unless they decide to get a job, in which case the earnings will also be added then along with the base amount, too. If they want to purchase other things such as electronics, food at a four-star restaurant, or decorations for their living quarters, then they might want to look for one.
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When they first arrive, characters are given a card with a small amount of the city's currency on it for them to use and get started. All the stores accept it, including the electronics store.
However, the amount only covers enough for basic needs (food, drink, seasonal clothing) that will have more added to it on the first of each month unless they decide to get a job, in which case the earnings will also be added then along with the base amount, too. If they want to purchase other things such as electronics, food at a four-star restaurant, or decorations for their living quarters, then they might want to look for one.