Utility — FREE//FALL

Arthropod Sensors Personal sensor array

Integrated System (Advanced Sensor Suite)
Load Bearing (2 Mind)

∅ 1 MIND ∅

Arthropod Sensors

Deployable or body-worn suite of multi-spectrum sensors.

Provides detailed scanning, tracking, and observation capabilities (audio, visual, thermal, EM).

Effect: Enables detailed surveillance, observation, and tracking actions. Load Bearing applies to Binding Costs of other sensor-related gear/software integrated with it.

Binding rationale: Mind 1 — processing and interpreting the multi-spectrum sensor data requires constant mental bandwidth.

Combat Deck Tactical analysis unit

Requires Neural Link (Cybernetic)
Integrated System (Combat NAI Assistant)

∅ 3 MIND ∅

Combat Deck

An external processing unit, typically belt-worn or integrated into armor, running tactical analysis software.

Connects via Neural Link (requires brainstem connection for full effect). Provides real-time combat telemetry, threat assessment, and predictive targeting solutions.

Effect: Grants 3 temporary Current Mind points per scene, usable only for combat-related checks (e.g., targeting, tactical awareness, initiative reactions). These points refresh at the start of each new scene where combat is anticipated.

Binding rationale: Mind 3 — constant processing of tactical data streams and managing the NAI assistant imposes a significant cognitive load.

Drone Swarm Micro-drone cloud

Remote Scouting (Medium Range)
Remote Manipulation (Simple)
Limited Use
Vulnerable Swarm

∅ ∅ 3 GHOST

Drone Swarm

Deployable network of micro-drones providing distributed sensory input and limited remote interaction.

Controlled via neural link or Operator’s Slate. Provides eyes and hands at a distance, but is fragile.

Effect: Enables remote observation up to Medium range and simple interactions (pressing buttons, carrying small objects). Susceptible to disruption (area effects, EW, concentrated fire), potentially triggering Limited Use.

Binding rationale: Ghost 3 — coordinating a swarm, processing multiple sensory feeds simultaneously, and maintaining control under potential EW interference is extremely taxing on focus and predictive ability.

Ghost Link Operator's slate

Integrated System (AI Assistant Access)
Load Bearing (6 Mind – Software Only)

∅ ∅ 2 GHOST

Ghost Link

Sophisticated handheld or wrist-mounted device, often neurally linked.

Used for deploying cyber warfare programs, accessing networks, and utilizing AI analytical tools. Demands attention.

Effect: Provides tools for data analysis, tactical assessment, system diagnostics, and running Spike/Blast/Counter software (see Software rules). Load Bearing applies only to Mind Binding costs of software run via the slate.

Binding rationale: Ghost 2 — managing the complex data streams, tactical overlays, and potential system intrusions requires significant cognitive filtering and composure.

Mule Harness Load-bearing utility rig

Load Bearing (3 Any)

1 BODY ∅ ∅

Mule Harness

A load-bearing harness with multiple attachment points.

Designed to help carry heavy equipment more comfortably by distributing weight.

Effect: Ignores up to 3 points of Binding Cost from gear attached to it.

Binding rationale: Body 1 — basic encumbrance of the harness itself.

Neural Scope NAI-linked weapon scope

Requires Neural Link (Cybernetic – Arm)

∅ 1 MIND ∅

Neural Scope

A weapon scope that interfaces directly with the user’s nervous system via an arm-based Neural Link.

Uses an NAI to analyze targeting data and provide micro-correction feedback directly to the user’s muscles for enhanced accuracy.

Effect: Allows the user to reroll one die assigned to an attack action made with the attached weapon per turn.

Binding rationale: Mind 1 — processing the scope’s targeting data and integrating the feedback requires mental focus.

Trauma Kit Patch-Up medkit

Limited Use

∅ 2 MIND ∅

Trauma Kit

Compact medical kit with auto-injectors, synth-skin applicators, and basic diagnostic tools.

Essential for emergency field treatment.

Effect: Enables specific Fixer actions (Human Systems specialty) or basic first aid attempts. May be required to attempt recovery from certain Physical Harms (GM discretion).

Binding rationale: Mind 2 — requires focus and knowledge to use effectively under pressure, interpreting diagnostics and applying treatments correctly.