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--- federal_baton [2024/12/02 18:19] – [Context and Historical Background] admin
+++ federal_baton [2025/04/18 13:36] (current) – [Overview and Game Mechanics] admin
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+=== Races | Technology ===
 ====== FEDERAL BATON ======
 ===== Overview and Game Mechanics =====
-  * **[[federal_baton|Federal Baton]]**
+  * **Federal Baton**
-  * **Origin:** [[federal_weapon_manufactory|Federal Weapon Manufactory]]
+  * **Origin:** [[the_humans|Exohumans]] | [[federal_weapon_manufactory|Federal Weapon Manufactory]]
   * **Type:** Melee
   * **Damage:** 1d4 (typically non-lethal)
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   * **Properties:** Used for close-range engagement where lethal force is not necessary
   * **Attack Roll:** Strength + Proficiency
-  * **Cost (Black market):** 300 Kourou
+  * **Cost (Beta Age):** not available
+  * **Cost (Gamma Age):** 250,- Kourou (Average Price Black Market)
   * **Weight:** 0.5 kg
-  * **Availability:** Very common on the Black market, standard issue for Federal and Local Sheriff personnel.
+  * **Availability:** Very common on the Gamma Age's Black markets, standard issue for Federal and Local Sheriff personnel.
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 Despite its prohibition, the FSG has become a relatively common item on the Black Market, where it is often sought after for its utility in non-lethal conflict resolution.
+===== Materials and Crafting =====
+The Federal Baton is simple yet effective in design, constructed with safety and durability in mind:
+  * **Material:** Crafted from reinforced polymer with a lightweight metal core, ensuring strength and flexibility.
+  * **Grip:** The handle features a rubberized texture for a firm grip, even in high-stress situations or adverse weather conditions.
+  * **Breaking Point:** A built-in hinge mechanism in the baton’s core allows it to flex and absorb excessive impact, reducing the risk of severe injuries during confrontations.
+===== Tactical Advice for Dungeon Masters =====
+The Federal Baton provides a versatile tool for gameplay and narrative development:
+  * **Law Enforcement Encounters:** Federal or Local Sheriffs equipped with batons can present players with non-lethal combat challenges, ideal for situations where capturing rather than killing is a priority.
+  * **Black Market Intrigue:** Its availability on the Black Market makes it a common yet valuable tool for civilians and criminals, sparking potential conflicts over its use or misuse.
+  * **Player Utility:** If obtained, the baton offers players an effective non-lethal option for subduing opponents, especially in scenarios requiring restraint or discretion.
+  * **Ethical Considerations:** Players might encounter dilemmas involving the misuse of batons by rogue law enforcement or civilians, leading to potential investigations or quests to restore order.
+  * **Symbolism of Power:** As a standard-issue item for law enforcement, the baton represents authority and discipline, making it a potential target for those seeking to undermine the Federal Confederation.
+===== Related Pages and Further Information =====
+  * [[federal_confederation|Federal Confederation]]
+  * [[federal_weapon_manufactory|Federal Weapon Manufactory]]
+  * [[Federal Sheriff|Federal Sheriff]]
+  * [[local_sheriff|Local Sheriffs]]
+  * [[peace_treaty|Peace Treaty]]
+  * [[human_weapons_in_the_gamma_age|Exohuman Weapons in the Gamma Age]]