Binoculars

Description

Binoculars allow improved vision at greater distances than would unaided eyes.  Unlike a monocular telescope, a binocular gives users a three-dimensional image: the two views, presented from slightly different viewpoints to each of the viewer's eyes, produce a merged view with depth perception. There is no need to close or obstruct one eye to avoid confusion, as is usual with monocular telescopes.

Binoculars are useful only during periods of good visibility (daylight and good weather). Characters equipped with binoculars and who have a good field of view have their Observation asset increased by 1. If they spot a group before it spots them, double the range of the encounter. Binoculars have no effect in woods or smoke.

Controlling Skill

Observation

Related Pages

Tactical Visibility

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Originally Published:  2009-02-16
Last Updated:  2011-05-17
Original Concept:  GDW, Inc.
Final Design: GDW, Inc.

 

Equipment Statistics

Name:  Binoculars
TL:  3
Year:  —
Nation:  Generic
Volume:  2 liters 
Mass 1 kg
Price:  §75