Utility

Utility modules enhance the ship’s functionality by providing support systems that go beyond combat or performance enhancements.

Utility modules include medical facilities, cargo spaces, and covert compartments, allowing ships to adapt to specialized roles such as long-term missions, smuggling operations, or crew care. Below are the available utility modules, their purposes, and descriptions of their upgrades across dice ratings.

Cryo Storage Modules

Cryo storage modules are used to store sensitive biological or perishable materials at controlled low temperatures. They are critical for transporting items that must remain in stasis, such as biological samples, frozen food, or even crew members in stasis for long voyages.

RANK	DESCRIPTION
D4	Limited capacity and basic temperature control, suitable for small biological samples or short-term storage.
D6	Moderate capacity with improved temperature regulation, suitable for mid-sized biological cargo or extended storage.
D8	High capacity with precise temperature control, capable of storing large quantities of biological material for extended periods.
D10	Very large storage capacity, maintaining perfect stasis for highly sensitive cargo over long journeys.
D12	Maximum capacity and temperature control, capable of storing and maintaining a wide range of biological and perishable materials indefinitely.

Medical Bays

Medical bays provide facilities for treating crew injuries and illnesses. These modules are essential for long missions where external medical assistance is unavailable. Upgraded medical bays offer more advanced treatment capabilities, ranging from basic first aid to full-scale surgeries.

RANK	DESCRIPTION
D4	Basic first-aid facilities, suitable for minor injuries and short-term care only.
D6	Moderate medical equipment, capable of treating most common injuries and stabilizing more severe conditions until advanced care is available.
D8	Full medical suite with advanced surgical tools, capable of performing complex surgeries and long-term treatment of injured crew members.
D10	Full hospital-grade facilities, including recovery rooms and advanced diagnostic equipment, suitable for long-term care and complex medical cases.
D12	Advanced medical bay with robotic surgeons, AI diagnostics, and life-support systems, providing the highest level of medical care, including long-term treatment and recovery.

Smuggling Compartments

Smuggling compartments are hidden spaces designed to store illegal or high-value goods without detection. These compartments vary in size and concealment, with upgrades improving the compartment’s capacity and ability to evade scans or inspections.

RANK	DESCRIPTION
D4	Small compartment, easily detectable by basic scans or inspections.
D6	Moderate compartment, able to hide more valuable goods with improved concealment against mid-level scans.
D8	Larger compartment, capable of concealing a significant amount of cargo, difficult to detect with advanced scans.
D10	Very large, highly concealed compartment, resistant to all but the most sophisticated scanning technologies.
D12	Maximum-size compartment, virtually undetectable by any scanning equipment, capable of hiding high-value or illegal cargo without risk of detection.

Expanded Cargo Holds

Expanded cargo holds increase the ship’s capacity for carrying goods, whether for trade, supply, or exploration missions. Upgrading these cargo holds allows the ship to transport larger quantities of cargo efficiently.

RANK	DESCRIPTION
D4	Small cargo hold, sufficient for basic supplies and small trade goods.
D6	Moderate cargo hold, capable of carrying larger trade goods or supplies for extended missions.
D8	Significant cargo capacity, able to transport large volumes of goods or materials, including heavy machinery.
D10	Very large cargo hold with optimized storage configurations, maximizing efficiency for transporting bulk goods.
D12	Maximum cargo capacity, capable of carrying vast amounts of trade goods, resources, or industrial equipment with advanced inventory management.

Automated Repair Drones

Automated repair drones are used to perform repairs on the ship’s systems and hull while in-flight. These drones are vital for long missions where external repair facilities may not be available, helping maintain ship functionality.

RANK	DESCRIPTION
D4	Basic repair drones, capable of fixing minor hull breaches and simple system malfunctions.
D6	Moderate repair drones, capable of handling more complex repairs to both the hull and internal systems.
D8	Advanced repair drones, able to perform significant hull and system repairs, including engine and shield systems.
D10	Highly advanced drones, capable of repairing major systems during flight, including reactor and weapon systems, with minimal downtime.
D12	Maximum-level repair drones, fully autonomous and capable of conducting repairs across all systems, minimizing operational disruptions and ensuring sustained functionality during missions.