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Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?
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It's also partially based on the Accessory Perk (PU2 p10) which further specifies: Quote:
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05-20-2021, 05:05 AM | #12 |
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Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?
Yes, nothing complex like, say, ultrasound imaging? (Being a specific example.)
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05-20-2021, 06:21 AM | #13 | |
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Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?
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The bonus of Accessory is really the free Payload to carry the item, as it's part of your body, as well as not paying cash for it. That doesn't mean it's controlled by thought as a free action or performing sensor fusion integrated with the rest of the perception in your brain -- unless that's routine for gear at your TL. |
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05-20-2021, 07:51 AM | #14 |
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Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?
Another way to think of it would be an Accessory is a special form of Signature Gear. On the upside, there are no specific price constraints. On the downside, it needs to be an outgrowth of your state of existence (robot, cyborg, superhero, alien, etc.), not covered by an existing advantage and can't provide any skill bonuses.
So an accessory computer is used no faster than one bought with money, and only counts as basic tools for computer related tasks. An accessory radio would be the equivalent of a built-in headset, something like this, which would still be more than a 1 point accessory. It could be a perk if you could get another -20% in there, but an IQ roll to tune it is already part of the base advantage. Telecommunication (Radio) (No pictures, -20%; Must speak, -20%; Reduced Range 1/10, -30%) [3]
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05-20-2021, 10:36 AM | #15 |
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Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?
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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05-20-2021, 11:33 AM | #16 | |
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Re: [UT] Why Computer is a Perk but Radio is an Advantage?
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...Is that not pretty much the point of having abilities?
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