Equipment Rules

The primary function of Equipment is to allow the character to do something they would not be able to do empty handed. Equipment acts much like skills in that it provides a bonus to the TN of an action in a specific situation. The typical range of the bonus is from +0 to +3. These ratings are designed to measure two different factors. First, the aid they provide the user. Secondly, the size of the item in question.

Armor is it's own category. Armor soaks damage equal to its rating. 1 to 5

+0 Equipment - This category reflects items that are small and easily concealable. These items do not do much damage on their own without significant ability and/or skill. Some examples: Most hand-tools(i.e. screwdrivers, pliers, chisels, ratchets & sockets), pocket knife, .22 caliber pistol.

+1 Equipment - This category reflects items that are used with one hand, but still reasonably concealable. They can do a little damage on their own in the right hands. Some examples: hammers, hatchets, hand saw, hand-held powertools(i.e. electric screwdriver/drills, butterfly knives, wakizashi, short swords, 9mm handguns.

+2 Equipment - This category reflects items that might be used one handed, but can be more effective with two hands. These items are also harder to have concealed on your person, but might fit into bags. Some examples: bat, machete, fire ax, hockey stick, sword, shotgun.

+3 Equipment - This category reflects items that are two handed and very difficult to conceal, but not impossible all the time. Some examples: sledge hammer, double bit axe, rifles, two handed swords.