As you well know, most nomads opt for cybernetics only when absolutely necessary.  Even then cybernetics are rare.  Still here in the market there are ripperdocs, who will implant anything in anyone, for a price.  Actually visiting a ripperdoc in the Market is usually much safer than doing so in the city.  In the city, ripperdocs are the modern equivalent of back alley abortionists of the early 20th century.  They work in unsanitary locations, with dirty equipment, and often with no assistance.  They offer no guarantees, and if a problem develops they are long gone before anyone notices.  In the nomad market, and the nomad community in general, where they aren't hunted by the law, it is quite a different story.  Sure they are usually set up in a tent, but at least their tools are sterilized and the tent is as sanitary as possible...... in fact most of the nomad ripperdocs are disenfranchised military medics with combat experience in places like Africa or South America.  Nomad physicians are some of the most respected and important people in their community.


On the more grisly side however.  Nomad medics do not generally have access to top of the line cyberware, or in fact unused cyberware.  The ghastly truth is that there is quite a large black market for "used" cyberware, and like anything else in the Market, there are no questions asked about how you obtained it.  Used cyberware generally goes for about one tenth its listed price.  And if you want a discount on implantation, it is a good idea to supply the cyberware you want directly.  Of course the problems inherent with second hand cyberware are obvious.  It's not very reliable, it needs more maintenance, and in the case of some of the more cobbled together parts, it is often hard to find someone who can repair it.


Full Body Conversions are rare in the nomad community, mostly due to the fact that usually if a nomad is injured badly enough to need one, he most likely won't survive long enough to find one or reach a place that will convert him.  Also the maintenence and repairs for an FBC is a bit beyond most nomadic groups.  Still there are a few that are out there, a lucky few nomads have reached medical attention in time, but more often it is a former static FBC who finds the isolation and tranquility of the open road more inviting than city or corporate labor life.  As long as they manage to find someone to perform regular maintenence, these individuals tend to thrive as wanderers.  They need little food, can operate for long stretches on their own, and can handle just about any trouble that comes their way.  A nomad FBC is an odd sight, as they adopt some strange affectations, like using street signs to repair their shells and welding on odd bits and pieces.  Some are downright terrifying to behold, others look like walking junk heaps.  As with all other aspects of nomad life, you are unlikely to ever find a generic or mint condition full cyborg.


Exotics are more common among nomads, in fact they may be more common among nomads than in static society.  The appeal of totem animals and shamanistic beliefs of many tribes only bolsters this.  In a community where indiviuality is the ultimate expression, exotic modification is as accepted as tattoos.