The Limits of Techology

[Tom]

Oh, of course I understand that tech is part of the RP and several aspects of tech tie directly into RPing. We have several fine mechanics and tech-savvy characters in this universe.

I suppose what I mean is that technology has the ability to be abused to a point where it can force certain types of roleplay... if that makes any sense.

Now, technical superiority is fine and dandy being exerted... I suppose I just don't like seeing players get upset over it (Although tech could be used as a justifiable GM "ref" tool so to speak, just not abused.)

 

[Jadg Wolf]

In my opinion, player vs. player is the only good roleplay experience, because it's the only one where you'd independently roleplay.

I suppose what I mean is that technology has the ability to be abused to a point where it can force certain types of roleplay

You mean like GMs force certain types of roleplay? I'm getting off topic.

I agree with Zack, tech is usually not felt in RP (and he's been around long enough to know, kids). You'd likely only feel it when going player vs. player.

 

[Wes]

https://stararmy.com/setting/damage.html

 

[Derran Tyler]

What would be good to accompany this would be a definitive weapons and shield guide.

 

[Andrew]

This screams for an update.
https://stararmy.com/starships/ketsurui/ ... _list.html

 

[Zakalwe]

Wes, are you sure a LASR should be 4? That means it can penetrate Fighter shields - which might be a little exsessive.

 

[Doshii Jun]

Wes, he's bringing this up because when I designed the LASR, I didn't imagine it damaging shields -- it's essentially an armor rifle that works against armor, not energy or distortion shields. Though the transfer of kinetic energy I suppose would damage distortion shields.