Transmechanic

Transmechanics are those Tech-priests who specialize in the repair, operation, and maintenance of the Imperium's various forms of communications technology. Their implants and conditioning permit them to perceive and transmit vox signals, tightbeam las-casts, holopulses, and a variety of other electromagnetic transmission media, and they have a deep understanding of the technologies which produce and receive these signals.

For this reason, they’re invaluable as communications technicians aboard Imperial Navy vessels and amongst Imperial Guard forces, as well as working alongside the Adeptus Arbites and Inquisition when intercepting seditious or heretical communications is vital. 

What is less well-known is the degree to which a Transmechanic can interact with these signals: even the least adept Transmechanic is a master of linguistics and cyphers, able to decipher almost any signal, and able to analyse and even manipulate the signals they decipher.

Archetype Abilities

Tier: 2

Species: Human

Keywords: IMPERIUM, ADEPTUS MECHANICUS, CULT MECHANICUS, [FORGE WORLD]

XP Cost: 82

Attributes: Willpower 2, Intellect 3

Skills:  Investigation 2, Scholar 3, Tech 2

Vox Communion: You can silently communicate with any vox or similar communications device within Rank x100 kilometres. You may also make Awareness or Investigation Tests to detect concealed signals and study intercepted signals. You add +Rank bonus dice to any Investigation or Scholar Test to decipher a code, translate a language, or create a new cypher.

Wargear: Mesh armour, Laspistol, Any Augmetic, Transmechanic robes. Choose one of the following options; an Auger Array (Auspex) or an Enhanced Data-Tether.