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Old 05-20-2021, 11:36 AM   #1
WingedKagouti
 
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Default Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?

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Yes, nothing complex like, say, ultrasound imaging? (Being a specific example.)
For general gameplay purposes, an ultrasound scanner is indeed no more complex than a home computer. It's a very minor ability that will only rarely be useful in most campaigns unless the player tries to force it in every conceivable situation.
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Old 05-20-2021, 12:33 PM   #2
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Default Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?

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For general gameplay purposes, an ultrasound scanner is indeed no more complex than a home computer.
Not much is, for gameplay purposes or otherwise. A general purpose computer isn't simple at all.
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It's a very minor ability that will only rarely be useful in most campaigns unless the player tries to force it in every conceivable situation.
...Is that not pretty much the point of having abilities?
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