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by [[Bill Logan]]

==Tag-Tracker==
[[File:TagTracker.png|right]]
A Tag-Tracker is a hand-held metering device. Its
sole purpose is to seek Trace-Tags. It sends out a
high strength radio frequency (RF) wave that
bounces off nearly everything within a 5km radius,
returning to the Tag-Tracker’s sensor array.

When a Tag-Tracker sends out its signal, the RF
energy powers the micro circuitry in any Trace-Tags
it strikes, similar to the way electromagnetic fields
can be induced with electrical transformers. The
Trace-Tag then provides its identification number
details back to the Tag-Tracker along the reflected
RF signal.

The reflected details include an identification
number and a distance. The Tag-Tracker sends
multiple signals out at one time, and because of the
nature of the shape of the RF signal, more details
are calculated: the distance, and direction.

Of additional value, the general geographic shape of
the 5km radius is calculated, showing mountains,
valleys, contours, crevices, water, trees, and manmade
structures. Even if not used to trace tags, this
feature alone makes this device valuable to
explorers and survivalists. The location of each
Trace-Tag, along with its identification number, is
shown on the small circular display as a blinking blip
on the calculated map.

The Tag-Tracker is powered by a standard SEU
powerclip. It takes 5 SEU to activate the series of
RF blasts and calculations, allowing 4 uses from a 20
SEU powerclip. There is no powerjack for attaching
a power beltpack or backpack.

Note that it is possible to plug a Trace-Tag (or
MedTrace-Tag) into a Tag-Tracker and type in a
name to cross-reference with its number, causing
the display to show the name instead of the identity
number.

On worlds with heavy industrial populations, it is
entirely common that satellites link population
corporate databases to individual identification
numbers so that medical professionals and bounty
hunters can link up and determine the identity of a
person simply by his Trace-Tag.

==Trace-Tags==
[[File:TraceTags.png|right]]
These are tiny circuit boards, 1.25cm by 2.00cm.
They have passive circuitry – they have no power
requirements. They are worn or carried (in a
common pocket, sewn into the uniform or skeinsuit,
even worn around the neck with a lanyard) by
individuals whose employers must keep track of
them. Each Trace-Tag has an identification number
that is nearly unique (the random number seed is
such that it takes several billion iterations before a
duplicate identity number is generated). Trace-Tags
shown in the picture below are extremely magnified
to show details.

==MedTrace-Tags==
These variants of the Trace-Tag broadcast additional
information about the person carrying it: heart rate,
blood pressure, body temperature, blood oxygen
level, etc. This extra information allows a medicallytrained
individual to make a diagnose attempt from
far away – as long as the person carrying the
MedTrace-Tag’s race, gender, and general health
history are known. Other than the cost, and the fact
that it must be worn against the skin (or in some
cultures implanted just under the skin on the inside
of the forearm), it’s generally treated about the
same as a normal Trace-Tag.

==Grapple Link Gun==
[[File:GrappleLinkGun.png|right]]
These devices resemble large crossbows with
unique bolts, much too large and bulky for simple
combat use. They are aimed and fired, and
generally not meant to actually hit anything.

As the specialized link-bolts are fired, a microfilament
line is ejected from its bottom. The line
remains attached to the Grapple Link Gun. When
the firer of this device releases his trigger, a small
current traces up the grapple line and causes the
link-bolt to snap its grapples open. When fired
properly, this device can properly and effectively
secure itself to any pole, wall top, gargoyle, statue,
window, power line, or any other item the firer can
imagine.

Once secure, the firer spends a turn securing the
back end of the micro-filament line to some other
similar structure. The Grapple Link Gun then can be
used as a swing pulley, to allow someone to slide in
the direction of gravity towards the far end of the
secured grapple. This allows for movement between
high buildings, trees, canyons, or just about any
other long distance.

'''In Combat.''' If fired in combat, treat the device as a
“Bow” on the weapons chart, but impose a -1
Initiative Modifier and -10 chance to hit because of
the bulk and odd shape of the device. It causes
2d10 damage when it strikes, because of the size of
the bolt. More effectively, the Grapple Link Gun can
be used to trip up a fleeing foe. This is rolled as a
normal attack, using the grapple extensions at the
right time. The opponent must make a RS
avoidance roll or fall, taking 1d10 damage from the
unceremonious flop, and is then held by the microfilament
line and can be pulled, dragged, etc. by the
firer (of course, a simple knife will end the
dragging). It takes one turn to load a Grapple Link
Gun with a link-bolt, and another turn to aim and
fire. Despite being called a “gun,” it is not intended
for this type of use.

==Link-Bolts==
These large, heavy bolts are fired from the Grapple
Link Gun (above). They have strong dura-plastic
parts capable of firing through thin wood. The
micro-filament line that comes out of the rear of the
bolt is thin but quite strong, able to extend out to a
range of 30 meters and hold a weight of 300kg.
Remember to take into effect the increased effect of
gravity on the weight of a character, and to factor in
the sum of the weight of the equipment he carries.

When a link-bolt pack is purchased, it comes with
three link-bolts and a handy carrying case that
attaches to the belt and straps to the thigh to keep
from bouncing about.

==Rebreather Mask==
[[File:RebreatherMask.png|150px|right]]
This mask seals around the face, adhering to the
wearer’s flesh easily. It draws oxygen through its
specialized membranes, and provides sufficient
breathable air to the wearer for about 120 turns
(that’s about 12 minutes). It cannot be worn when
in normal atmospheres, only when submersed.
Rebreather masks must be purchased for, and will
only work for, the species for which it is designed.
The membranes do not have a long self life. If kept
in storage too long, the membranes wear as if used
for one minute per week of storage. For this
reason, they are usually hermetically sealed in a
plastic shrink-wrap until needed. The mask is
disposable when its membranes are spent.

==Thruster Pack==
[[File:ThrusterPack.png|150px|right]]
This is a heavy backpack rocket, complete with
flammable fuel gel tank. It creates powerful thrust
to propel a character skyward. A character can fly
around at a rate of 200kph. It takes a RS roll to
land effectively (or take 1d10 damage). The
character cannot hover and cannot turn well (if
using a square map, he must travel five squares in a
straight line before making a single 45 degree turn).
The thruster pack can be used for 10 hours (one day
of 200kph travel) before requiring more fuel.
Yazirians may use this and take full advantage of
their fleshy gliding wings. Using their wings and a
thruster pack, they are able to hover, turn perfectly
(one square forward and up to a 90 degree turn),
and climb and dive with great agility.

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{|
|- style="background:navy; color:white; font-weight:bold;" align="center"
|align="left"|Miscellaneous Equipment||Cost (Cr)||Wgt (kg)
|- align="center"
|align="left"|Tag Tracker (5km radius range)|| 750|| 1
|- align="center" style="background:#eeeeee;"
|align="left"|Trace-Tags (3)|| 100|| --
|- align="center"
|align="left"|MedTrace-Tag (1)|| 100|| --
|- align="center" style="background:#eeeeee;"
|align="left"|Grapple Link Gun (5/10/30/--/--/--)|| 300|| 4
|- align="center"
|align="left"|Link-bolts (rack of 3, 30m, 300kg test wgt)|| 50|| 1
|- align="center" style="background:#eeeeee;"
|align="left"|Rebreather Mask (by species)|| 100|| 1
|- align="center"
|align="left"|Thruster Pack|| 500|| 5+fuel
|- align="center" style="background:#eeeeee;"
|align="left"|Replacement Gel Tank|| 100|| 5
|}

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Terl obar at 17:33, 10 March 2010

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