Cybernetic Enhancements

Cybernetic Enhancements (Special Branch Only)
Every agent who joins Special Branch does so with the knowledge that they are joining the elite of the Academy. The reason that Special Branch are so elite is that *all* members of Special Branch are cyborgs, enhanced to give them benefits above and beyond the rank and file agents. Under normal circumstances, this procedure is completely reversible. However, there have been cases where the procedure has either been unsuccessful, or has not been capable of being reversed. With that in mind, all applicants are screened, physically and psychologically, prior to being accepted.

Implant Rejection
Another risk of being enhanced is Implant Rejection. In cases like this, the risk would be determined by the physical screening procedure. Should the individual still wish to proceed, the risks are fully explained and reduced as much as possible. The individual will be required to take medication for as long as they remain enhanced. This medication is known as *Neuroklenz* and it has success in treating patients in 97% of cases.

Augmentation Addiction
Another possible problem is Augmentation Addiction. the bodies of certain individuals bond with the Augmentations to such a degree that they become dependant on them. This has, at times, been known to cause such individuals to request further augmentation in order that they maintain that *edge* that is provided by the Enhancements. Of course, this is mainly a psychological issue, and one that generally results in the individual being removed from active service until the issue is resolved, which could also include them being expelled from Special Branch.

Basic Enhancements
Every agent in Special Branch is outfitted with the same basic enhancements, with two others being selected based on the skill set of the agent, and personal choice. The common enhancements are:

In-built multi channel radio

Air filtration including 5 minute emergency rebreather

LA-017 Series Energy Converter

Computer Interface

1TB Internal Data Memory

Threat Calculation Computer

Heart Modification

Maxim Retinal ID

Advanced Enhancements
Reflex Booster

Dermal Armour

Retinal Target

Wrist Blade

Bone Lacing

Muscle Amplifier