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intrusion of an analog lock. With such a kit and at least a
dot of Larceny, a character can pick a lock without a roll
if time is not an issue. If time is an issue, the dice bonus
applies to the Dexterity + Larceny rolls. At Availability •,
a character may procure a portable lockpick. It has Size 1,
Structure 1, and is far more concealable. However, it only
offers a +1 bonus and doesn’t allow for picking without
rolls since the kit realistically may not have the right tools
for a given job.
A lockpicking kit only works on mechanical locks.
Digital locks require more specific hacking and code
prediction. A character may procure a digital lockpick at
Availability •••, but it typically only works on one type
of lock, such as the keycard locks used in hotels. Digital
lockpicks can be Size 2, or Size 1 if crafted as an extension
of a laptop computer or smartphone.

Night Vision Goggles
Die Bonus +2, Durability 1, Size 2, Structure 1,
Availability ••
Effect: Night vision goggles amplify low-light condi-
tions, allowing characters to see when they otherwise
could not. A character with night vision goggles does not
suffer penalties for acting blind. Bright lights can render
the wearer temporarily blinded, as if he had a flashlight
shone in his eyes.
Pepper Spray

Die Bonus +1, Durability 2, Size 1, Structure 1,
Availability •
Effect: Pepper spray is a blend of chemicals (mostly
capsaicin, the “hot” part of a chili pepper) contained in
a small spray can, designed to debilitate threats. Civilians
use these devices in self-defense; police use them to
subdue unruly criminals. Use of pepper spray requires a
Dexterity + Athletics or Dexterity + Firearms roll. Each
yard is a range category, so one yard is short range, two
yards is medium, three yards is long range. An opponent’s
Defense applies, but in normal wind conditions, the die
bonus applies to the roll.
Upon the first attack, the victim suffers the Stun Tilt
(see p. 286). An opponent struck suffers a -5 penalty to all
actions. This penalty can be reduced by one for every turn
spent rinsing the eyes with water. Commercial chemicals
designed to clean the eyes will fully remove the penalty
after a turn.

Rope

Die Bonus +1, Durability 2, Size 3, Structure 2,
Availability •
Effect: Rope is one of the oldest tools known to
humankind. It’s never left prominent use because of its
simple and efficient utility. A good rope adds its die bonus
to relevant Crafts rolls and anywhere else it would assist.
As a binding agent, it resists breaking with a Durability (or
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appendix one-equipment