+ | 39-45 |
+-Textbook or “how‑to” manual (asset to related knowledge task if studied for about an hour)
++ | Textbook or "how‑to" manual (asset to related knowledge task if studied for about an hour)
+
+
+
+@@ -48522,11 +48522,11 @@
+ warped, melted, or otherwise used to craft or repair something else.
+
+ How Much Junk PCs Get: Each time PCs roll on the Junk table or otherwise obtain a specific kind of junk, the amount they
+-get is called a “load.” Load is an intentionally vague amount, because it represents a variable amount of junk of a
++get is called a "load." Load is an intentionally vague amount, because it represents a variable amount of junk of a
+ particular kind. A PC that finds some electronic junk could grab a single broken electric fan or leave a ruined house
+-with a shopping cart full of stereo parts. Either way, it’s considered one load of electronic junk.
++with a shopping cart full of stereo parts. Either way, it's considered one load of electronic junk.
+
+-Tracking Loads: It’s only important to track the number and kinds of loads a PC acquires if they’re going to use the
++Tracking Loads: It's only important to track the number and kinds of loads a PC acquires if they're going to use the
+ Repairing and Building optional rules presented later in this section. A PC can carry one load of junk along with their
+ equipment. To carry more than that, they need a plan, such as using a toy wagon, shopping cart, sled, vehicle, or mount;
+ asking an ally for help; or something else.
+@@ -48554,23 +48554,23 @@
+ to them. A new or repaired home could be covered in scavenged street signs. Clothing is probably a mishmash of textiles,
+ salvaged bits from costume stores, and plastic bags. A suit of armor might be made of trash can lids. And so on. Second,
+ even if something looks rough‑and‑ready, such as armor made of trash can lids, if PCs succeed on the task to create
+-medium armor (or heavy armor, if they’re feeling ambitious), the resulting armor is functionally equivalent to armor of
++medium armor (or heavy armor, if they're feeling ambitious), the resulting armor is functionally equivalent to armor of
+ the same grade made before the apocalypse. It just looks less polished.
+
+ Improving the Odds: If PCs scavenge exactly the right tools for the job (such as a hammer instead of a rock) and/or the
+ perfect construction and repair supplies (such as steel screws instead of pegs carved from wood), they may gain an asset
+ to their task.
+
+-Junk Required for Building vs. Repairing: The “Loads of Junk Required” column in the Repairing and Crafting Difficulty
++Junk Required for Building vs. Repairing: The "Loads of Junk Required" column in the Repairing and Crafting Difficulty
+ and Time table is calibrated for repair. If a PC builds something from scratch (as opposed to repairing something
+ previously built), the junk requirements are twice to ten times the indicated number of loads. Something small to
+ moderate (like an article of clothing or a wheelbarrow) requires double the loads, while something large, like a
+-structure or large motorized vehicle, could require up to ten times the indicated junk loads. You, the GM, decide what’s
++structure or large motorized vehicle, could require up to ten times the indicated junk loads. You, the GM, decide what's
+ reasonable.
+
+-Other Projects: If the character wants to try to repair or build something from the ground up that isn’t on the table,
+-use your best judgment, comparing to what is on the table as a baseline. Some things just can’t be built with the tools,
+-materials, and knowledge the PCs have available. For instance, they probably can’t build a spacecraft. On the other
++Other Projects: If the character wants to try to repair or build something from the ground up that isn't on the table,
++use your best judgment, comparing to what is on the table as a baseline. Some things just can't be built with the tools,
++materials, and knowledge the PCs have available. For instance, they probably can't build a spacecraft. On the other
+ hand, perhaps they can repair one if they find an old government base containing a secret orbital craft that was never
+ used, as long as they find specialized tools and instructions to go with it.
+
+@@ -48580,7 +48580,7 @@
+
+ EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
+
+-When to Use: Use this optional rule to add a bit more verisimilitude to living in a world where you can’t easily replace
++When to Use: Use this optional rule to add a bit more verisimilitude to living in a world where you can't easily replace
+ a broken appliance or tool by buying something online. This rule works well with the Repairing and Building section of
+ the larger optional rule for scavenging, repairing, and building, because if something breaks due to lack of
+ maintenance, PCs should have a chance to fix it.
+@@ -48590,7 +48590,7 @@
+ equipment maintenance each week. Maintenance requires the PC to expend 1 load of metal or construction junk each week,
+ or to break down a few related items of scavenged useful stuff to get what they need. If PCs put in the time to keep
+ their gear in good condition, they should face fewer, if any, GM intrusions related to their equipment failing them. No
+-roll is required for maintenance, and after PCs commit to this practice, it’s usually not important to track the time
++roll is required for maintenance, and after PCs commit to this practice, it's usually not important to track the time
+ thereafter, unless a special circumstance occurs.
+
+ Repairing and Crafting Difficulty and Time
+@@ -48831,7 +48831,7 @@
+
+ Cypher System characters are tough and resilient, even at tier 1, but the ironman rule brings them down to a more
+ realistic power level. Ironman is more punitive for characters whose abilities cost Pool points and less of a challenge
+-for characters whose abilities don’t cost anything (such as Physical Skills). For a slightly less challenging option,
++for characters whose abilities don't cost anything (such as Physical Skills). For a slightly less challenging option,
+ allow the use of healing cyphers and artifacts, but limit them to the minimum amount.
+
+ FRAGILITY
+@@ -48845,9 +48845,9 @@
+ permanently increases their Pools, they can
+
+ add a maximum of 1 point to their Might Pool and 1 point to their Speed Pool; other points left over (if any) must go to
+-their Intellect Pool, even if that’s not normally an option for the ability. This does not apply to the extra points the
+-player can divide among their Pools at character creation. This rule creates a more “realistic” scenario in which the
+-PCs are more like normal people who don’t get much more powerful physically over the course of a campaign but still can
++their Intellect Pool, even if that's not normally an option for the ability. This does not apply to the extra points the
++player can divide among their Pools at character creation. This rule creates a more "realistic" scenario in which the
++PCs are more like normal people who don't get much more powerful physically over the course of a campaign but still can
+ learn new skills, advance their minds, and so on. This module does not affect abilities like Enlarge (which temporarily
+ adds 4 points to your Might Pool), but it does affect abilities like Enhanced Might, Enhanced Speed, and Lead From the
+ Front (which permanently increase one or more Pools).
+@@ -48859,7 +48859,7 @@
+ When to Use: If the apocalypse that ended your world featured a time rip, alien invaders, a catastrophic alien ship
+ crash, a starting date that is several decades into our own future, or an alternate timeline where things happened
+ differently in the past than in the real world, this rule is applicable. You can also use it if you just want to
+-introduce a bit of mystery to your game that will confound PCs’ expectations on how their world really ended.
++introduce a bit of mystery to your game that will confound PCs' expectations on how their world really ended.
+
+ Effect: Fantastic and advanced devices exist in the setting, and PCs can find them. If something is advanced and/or
+ alien enough, PCs may have to develop special skills to use it, as noted hereafter. The existence of this tech in your
+@@ -48873,22 +48873,22 @@
+
+ UNDERSTANDING ADVANCED AND ALIEN TECH
+
+-Recognizing and using unfamiliar technology is difficult enough. If something is especially advanced or alien, it’s even
++Recognizing and using unfamiliar technology is difficult enough. If something is especially advanced or alien, it's even
+ harder.
+
+ Identifying and Using Advanced and Alien Tech: When a character finds a manifest cypher or an artifact that falls into
+ this category, they must identify it before they can use it. Identification takes from one to ten minutes and a
+ successful Intellect roll, usually against a difficulty of 5. Identifying an object grants PCs the ability to use the
+-object, whether it’s a manifest cypher or an artifact.
++object, whether it's a manifest cypher or an artifact.
+
+ However, without training or specialization in alien technology, advanced technology, or something similar (which most
+-starting characters don’t have), a character has an inability in understanding advanced and alien tech.
++starting characters don't have), a character has an inability in understanding advanced and alien tech.
+
+ Failing to Understand: Sometimes a failed roll to understand an object of advanced or alien tech simply means the
+-character can’t figure it out, but they can try again (as usual, each task retry requires that the PC expend Effort).
+-Other times, there’s a chance of something going wrong, either because you intrude or because the character triggers an
++character can't figure it out, but they can try again (as usual, each task retry requires that the PC expend Effort).
++Other times, there's a chance of something going wrong, either because you intrude or because the character triggers an
+ intrusion. Use the following table to inspire appropriate GM intrusions or anytime something disruptive happens to an
+-advanced or alien device in a PC’s possession.
++advanced or alien device in a PC's possession.
+
+ ADVANCED AND ALIEN TECH GM INTRUSIONS
+
+@@ -48898,7 +48898,7 @@
+ | | |
+ |-----|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+ | d10 | Result of Intrusion |
+-| 1 | Ooze sprays the character, then hardens, trapping them until they can escape a level 4 “shell.” |
++| 1 | Ooze sprays the character, then hardens, trapping them until they can escape a level 4 "shell." |
+ | 2 | Device becomes stuck in midair, immovable as if caught in invisible, otherwise intangible cement. |
+ | 3 | Device grows increasingly hot over the course of one minute, then fuses into a nonfunctional lump. |
+ | 4 | Device shoots like a bullet in a random direction for a long distance, lodging itself in a structure or tree. |
+@@ -48916,8 +48916,8 @@
+ engineering, or some other mutagen) can instill strange new abilities in previously normal creatures, plants, NPCs, and
+ even PCs, though often with a few drawbacks, too.
+
+-When to Use: If you’d like your setting to include incredible mutations, this section is for you. Why does your game
+-have such mutations? Maybe because of an X‑factor in some survivors’ DNA, inscrutable nanites that have permeated the
++When to Use: If you'd like your setting to include incredible mutations, this section is for you. Why does your game
++have such mutations? Maybe because of an X‑factor in some survivors' DNA, inscrutable nanites that have permeated the
+ environment, magical contamination, or multiple different timelines collapsing into one.
+
+ Effect: This section describes several ways to introduce incredible mutations to your game, including letting the
+@@ -48926,7 +48926,7 @@
+
+ Mutated Creatures, Plants, and NPCs
+
+-The environment can reflect the possibility of mutagenic presence even if PCs haven’t yet been affected. The appearance
++The environment can reflect the possibility of mutagenic presence even if PCs haven't yet been affected. The appearance
+ of a creature, plant, or NPC often reveals the presence and severity of a mutation. Some creatures and animals may have
+ only harmful mutations, but others could have adaptive mutations.
+
+@@ -48944,9 +48944,9 @@
+
+ - Too many extra branches, or too spindly, making the branches prone to breaking
+
+-- Feathers growing where they normally wouldn’t, in ragged, uncomfortable clumps
++- Feathers growing where they normally wouldn't, in ragged, uncomfortable clumps
+
+-- Fishlike scales growing where they normally wouldn’t, like itchy, reflective sores
++- Fishlike scales growing where they normally wouldn't, like itchy, reflective sores
+
+ - Single limb or other body part is radically larger than normal, making the creature clumsy
+
+@@ -48963,7 +48963,7 @@
+ - Tentacle‑like arms that work like the regular limb replaced, or an extra tentacle‑like arm that gives the creature a
+ method to grasp, use tools, or otherwise gain an additional benefit over other creatures or plants of its type.
+
+-- Feathers growing on an animal or plant they normally wouldn’t, thick enough to provide additional warmth, protection,
++- Feathers growing on an animal or plant they normally wouldn't, thick enough to provide additional warmth, protection,
+ and possibly limited flight options.
+
+ - Insects, like ants or beetles, that learn how to spin webs, or spiders that begin spinning wildly strong fractal webs
+@@ -48979,7 +48979,7 @@
+
+ OPTIONAL RULE: TRANSITORY MUTATIONS
+
+-Use this optional rule if you’d prefer some flux in what mutations the PCs have available. A volatile mutation is one
++Use this optional rule if you'd prefer some flux in what mutations the PCs have available. A volatile mutation is one
+ that mutates into something different over time. When using this rule, a volatile mutation arises spontaneously or is
+ triggered, replacing the specific benefit (or drawback) of the volatile mutation previously granted to the PC.
+
+@@ -48992,7 +48992,7 @@
+ usually does not change, and, at their option, one or two cosmetic mutations.
+
+ Alternatively, the PC could gain a volatile mutation (and one distinctive mutation) after their first encounter with
+-radiation or some other mutagenic agent. Additional encounters with radiation don’t give a PC further volatile mutations
++radiation or some other mutagenic agent. Additional encounters with radiation don't give a PC further volatile mutations
+ but could cause the one they have to mutate into something else.
+
+ Effect: If the PC gains a volatile mutation, roll randomly on the Beneficial Mutations table. That mutation lasts until
+@@ -49000,7 +49000,7 @@
+ trigger replacement simply by willing it to occur, but they could choose to fail the Intellect defense roll that some
+ triggers require to maintain their current volatile mutation.
+
+-Adjusting the Volatility: Choose which triggering events apply to determine how volatile you’d like transitory mutations
++Adjusting the Volatility: Choose which triggering events apply to determine how volatile you'd like transitory mutations
+ to be in your setting. For instance, if you prefer that volatile mutations change only when PCs encounter radiation,
+ choose that option and ignore the others. Alternatively, you might prefer more variability and use most or even all the
+ triggering events noted.
+@@ -49010,7 +49010,7 @@
+ - The character finishes a ten‑hour recovery; replace with a randomly rolled beneficial mutation.
+
+ - A character takes damage for the first time in ten hours and fails a difficulty 3 Intellect defense roll; replace with
+- a randomly rolled beneficial mutation, assuming the character’s roll isn’t a 1, 19, or 20.
++ a randomly rolled beneficial mutation, assuming the character's roll isn't a 1, 19, or 20.
+
+ - The character triggers or receives a GM intrusion; replace with a random roll on the Harmful Mutations table.
+
+@@ -49024,7 +49024,7 @@
+
+ - The character takes damage from radiation (or other established mutagen in your setting) for the first time in ten
+ hours and fails an Intellect defense roll against a difficulty equal to the attack; replace with a randomly rolled
+- beneficial mutation, assuming the character’s roll isn’t a 1, 19, or 20.
++ beneficial mutation, assuming the character's roll isn't a 1, 19, or 20.
+
+ Cyphers as Volatile Mutations
+
+@@ -49036,11 +49036,11 @@
+ Effect: A cypher volatile mutation operates almost entirely like regular volatile mutations, except as follows.
+
+ - Any random roll on the Beneficial Mutations table should instead be a random roll on the Subtle Cypher table. That
+- includes the two rolls granted to PCs who use a special minor effect to replace their volatile mutation’s effect.
++ includes the two rolls granted to PCs who use a special minor effect to replace their volatile mutation's effect.
+
+-- A roll of 1 still replaces the PC’s volatile mutation with a randomly rolled harmful mutation.
++- A roll of 1 still replaces the PC's volatile mutation with a randomly rolled harmful mutation.
+
+-- A roll of 20 still replaces the PC’s volatile mutation with a randomly rolled powerful mutation.
++- A roll of 20 still replaces the PC's volatile mutation with a randomly rolled powerful mutation.
+
+ - A cypher volatile mutation can be used more than once before it is replaced, but each additional attempt to use it
+ requires that the character succeed on an Intellect task. The difficulty of the task begins at the level of the cypher
+@@ -49059,7 +49059,7 @@
+
+ The following mutations do not require any visible changes or distinctions in the character. In other words, people who
+ have these mutations are not obviously recognized as mutants. Using beneficial mutations never costs stat Pool points
+-and never requires an action to “activate.”
++and never requires an action to "activate."
+
+ 01–05 Strengthened bones: You gain +5 to your Might Pool.
+
+@@ -49078,7 +49078,7 @@
+ 34–36 Adhesion pads: Your hands and feet have naturally adhesive pads and thus are assets in tasks involving climbing,
+ keeping your footing, or retaining your grip.
+
+-37–39 Slippery skin: You secrete a slippery oil, giving you an asset in any task involving slipping from another’s grip,
++37–39 Slippery skin: You secrete a slippery oil, giving you an asset in any task involving slipping from another's grip,
+ slipping from bonds, squeezing through a small opening, and so on.
+
+ 40–45 Telekinetic shield: You reflexively use telekinesis to ward away attacks, giving you an asset in Speed defense
+@@ -49088,7 +49088,7 @@
+
+ 51–53 Processor dreams: When you sleep, you process information so that after you wake, you have an asset in any
+ Intellect actions held over from the previous day. For example, if you have to determine whether an unknown plant is
+-poisonous, you could “sleep on it” and make the determination the next day with an asset on the action.
++poisonous, you could "sleep on it" and make the determination the next day with an asset on the action.
+
+ 54–60 Poison immunity: You are immune to all poisons.
+
+@@ -49114,7 +49114,7 @@
+ detect scents with that degree of accuracy only in short range, but you can sense strong odors from much farther away
+ (far better than a normal human can). Like a hound, you can track creatures by their scent.
+
+-00 Sense material: You can sense the presence of any single substance within short range, although you don’t learn
++00 Sense material: You can sense the presence of any single substance within short range, although you don't learn
+ details or the precise location. You and the GM should work together to determine the substance: water, iron, plastic,
+ granite, wood, flesh, salt, and so on. You do not need to concentrate to sense the material.
+
+@@ -49160,7 +49160,7 @@
+ D100 POWERFUL MUTATIONS
+
+ The following mutations do not require any visible changes in the character until used. People who have these mutations
+-are not obviously recognized as mutants if they don’t use their powers. Using some of these mutations costs stat Pool
++are not obviously recognized as mutants if they don't use their powers. Using some of these mutations costs stat Pool
+ points. Some are actions.
+
+ 01–05 Darksight: You can see in complete darkness as if it were light. Enabler.
+@@ -49175,7 +49175,7 @@
+ bite attack that inflicts 3 points of damage. Enabler.
+
+ 25–26 Gluey globs: You can produce gluey globs at your fingertips. This is an asset in tasks involving climbing or
+-keeping your grip. You can also fling these globs in immediate range, and if they hit, they hinder the target’s physical
++keeping your grip. You can also fling these globs in immediate range, and if they hit, they hinder the target's physical
+ tasks for one round. Enabler to use in a task; action to use as an attack.
+
+ 27–30 Face dancing: You can alter your features enough to give you an asset in all tasks involving disguise. Enabler.
+@@ -49201,7 +49201,7 @@
+
+ 51–53 Spit webs: You can make up to 10 feet (3.5 m) of a strong, ropelike material each day at the rate of about 1 foot
+ (30 cm) per minute. The webbing is level 3. You can also spit globs of webbing in immediate range, and if they hit, the
+-target’s physical tasks are hindered for one round. Action.
++target's physical tasks are hindered for one round. Action.
+
+ 54–59 Filtered lungs: You have an asset to Might defense rolls against vapors or noxious gases. You can survive in a
+ hostile breathing environment (such as underwater or in a vacuum) for up to ten minutes. Enabler.
+@@ -49227,8 +49227,8 @@
+ lasts for up to ten minutes. Action to initiate.
+
+ 74–80 Telepathy (2 Intellect points): You can speak telepathically with others who are within short range. Communication
+-is two‑way, but the other party must be willing and able to communicate. You don’t have to see the target, but you must
+-know that it’s within range. You can have more than one active contact at once, but you must establish contact with each
++is two‑way, but the other party must be willing and able to communicate. You don't have to see the target, but you must
++know that it's within range. You can have more than one active contact at once, but you must establish contact with each
+ target individually. Each contact lasts up to ten minutes. In addition to the normal options for
+
+ using Effort, you can use a level of Effort to increase the duration of contact to a full day. Action to establish
+@@ -49242,12 +49242,12 @@
+ capable, adult human), and you can use it to move objects, push against objects, and so on. For example, you could lift
+ and pull a light object anywhere within range to yourself or move a heavy object (like a piece of furniture) about 10
+ feet (3.5 m). This power lacks the fine control to wield a weapon or move objects with much speed, so in most
+-situations, it’s not a means of attack. You can’t use this ability on your own body. The power lasts for one hour or
++situations, it's not a means of attack. You can't use this ability on your own body. The power lasts for one hour or
+ until its Might Pool is depleted, whichever comes first. Action.
+
+ 91–92 Phase shifting (2 Intellect points): You can pass slowly through solid barriers at a rate of 1 inch (3 cm) per
+-round (minimum of one round to pass through the barrier). You can’t act (other than moving) or perceive anything until
+-you pass entirely through the barrier. You can’t pass through energy barriers. Action.
++round (minimum of one round to pass through the barrier). You can't act (other than moving) or perceive anything until
++you pass entirely through the barrier. You can't pass through energy barriers. Action.
+
+ 93–94 Power device (1+ Intellect points): You can charge an artifact or other device (except a cypher) so that it can be
+ used once. The cost is 1 Intellect point plus 1 point per level of the device. Action.
+@@ -49265,7 +49265,7 @@
+ creature in this way, whether friend or foe. You never regain more than 1 point per round. Enabler.
+
+ D100 DISTINCTIVE MUTATIONS
+-The following mutations involve dramatic physical changes to the character’s appearance. People who have these mutations
++The following mutations involve dramatic physical changes to the character's appearance. People who have these mutations
+ are always recognized as mutants. Using some of these mutations costs stat Pool points. Some are actions.
+
+ 01–02 Extra eye: You have an extra eye on your forehead that you normally keep closed, but you can open it in dim light
+@@ -49281,7 +49281,7 @@
+
+ 07–09 Snakelike arm: One of your arms ends in a fanged mouth. You can use it to attack, inflicting 3 points of damage.
+ If you make a second successful attack with the arm, you also inject a poison that inflicts 4 points of Speed damage
+-(ignores Armor). You can’t use the snakelike arm for anything other than biting. Enabler.
++(ignores Armor). You can't use the snakelike arm for anything other than biting. Enabler.
+
+ 10–12 Tendrils on forehead: Four to six tendrils, each 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm) long, come out of your forehead. They
+ can grasp and carry anything that your hand could, although a large object would block your field of vision. Also roll
+@@ -49289,7 +49289,7 @@
+
+ 13–15 Tendrils instead of fingers: Your fingers are tendrils 1 foot (30 cm) long. They are an asset to any task
+ involving climbing, grasping, or keeping your grip. Further, you can effectively pick up and hold two objects in each
+-hand rather than one. You can’t wield more than one weapon per hand. Also roll on the Beneficial Mutations table.
++hand rather than one. You can't wield more than one weapon per hand. Also roll on the Beneficial Mutations table.
+ Enabler.
+
+ 16–18 Tendrils instead of arms: Your arms are tendrils 6 feet (2 m) long (or only one arm is a tendril, if you prefer).
+@@ -49308,7 +49308,7 @@
+ table. Enabler.
+
+ 25–26 Roots instead of feet: If you take a minute to burrow your roots into the ground in conjunction with making a
+-recovery roll, add +2 to the points regained from the roll. You can’t move from where you rooted for one minute, even if
++recovery roll, add +2 to the points regained from the roll. You can't move from where you rooted for one minute, even if
+ taking what is normally a one‑action recovery roll. Enabler.
+
+ 27–29 Scaly body: You gain +2 to Armor. Enabler.
+@@ -49325,7 +49325,7 @@
+
+ 42–44 Mirrored skin: You gain +2 to Armor against heat, radiation, lasers, and similar attacks. Enabler.
+
+-45–47 Chlorophyll: You gain nutrients from the sun and don’t need to eat or breathe if you have daily exposure to
++45–47 Chlorophyll: You gain nutrients from the sun and don't need to eat or breathe if you have daily exposure to
+ sunlight. Your skin, not surprisingly, is green. Enabler.
+
+ 48–50 Covered in bursting pods: Fruit‑like pods grow here and there across your entire body. You can walk and move
+@@ -49372,7 +49372,7 @@
+ 81–83 Stinging tendril: You have a prehensile tendril (or tail) that grows from some part of your body and ends in a
+ poisonous stinger. You can make an attack with your stinger that inflicts 2 points of damage. If you make a second
+ successful attack roll, the stinger also injects a poison that inflicts 4 points of Speed damage (ignores Armor). The
+-tendril (or tail) can’t be used for anything else. Action.
++tendril (or tail) can't be used for anything else. Action.
+
+ 84–86 Eyes on stalks: Your eyes are on stalks and can move in any direction, independently of each other. You can peek
+ around corners without exposing yourself to danger. This is an asset in initiative and all perception tasks. Also roll
+@@ -49389,14 +49389,14 @@
+ underwater. Enabler.
+
+ 97–98 Wings: You have feathered or fleshy wings on your back that allow you to glide, carried by the wind. They are not
+-powerful enough to carry you aloft like a bird’s wings. Enabler.
++powerful enough to carry you aloft like a bird's wings. Enabler.
+
+ 99–00 Cyborg arm: One of your arms is a bulky organo‑metallic arm‑like living machine. You can project a ray of burning
+ light from the arm at a target within short range as your action, inflicting 4 points of damage. You have no sense of
+ touch with the arm or hand, so you are hindered when attempting physical tasks with that arm/hand and for tasks that
+ require you to use both hands. Enabler.
+
+-\* Mutants aren’t just mutated humans. Animals and creatures of all kinds could have mutations in your game setting, as
++\* Mutants aren't just mutated humans. Animals and creatures of all kinds could have mutations in your game setting, as
+ noted under Mutated Creatures, Plants, and NPCs. Very rarely, these mutations could make a nonhuman creature more like a
+ human, with opposable thumbs, greater intelligence, and so on; see What Remains After Humans.
+
+@@ -49521,13 +49521,13 @@
+ the PCs must walk if they want to take that route.
+ Walkers are unable to see more than an immediate
+ distance in any direction between the cars. If PCs
+-have a vehicle larger than a bicycle, they’ll have to
++have a vehicle larger than a bicycle, they'll have to
+ find another way or leave it behind.
+
+
+ | 04-06 |
+ Setting‑specific element: Choose a hazard
+-from a set piece or optional rule you’re using, or if
++from a set piece or optional rule you're using, or if
+ you want to shake things up, roll on the Fantastic
+ Threats and Hazards table. Or just choose the next
+ result on this table. |
+@@ -49547,15 +49547,15 @@
+ 11-14 |
+ Enraged wasps (level 3): This wasp swarm acts
+ as a single level 3 creature whose stinging attacks
+-ignore Armor. Attacks on the swarm that don’t deal
++ignore Armor. Attacks on the swarm that don't deal
+ area damage inflict only 1 point of damage. |
+
+
+ | 15-17 |
+ Cannibal convoy: A before‑times RV pulls
+-up. It’s the current property of a group of four to
++up. It's the current property of a group of four to
+ ten people who make the biofuel the vehicle runs
+-on. They seem nice, but they’re actually cannibals
++on. They seem nice, but they're actually cannibals
+ thinking of inviting the PCs for dinner. |
+
+
+@@ -49600,7 +49600,7 @@
+
+ | 34-40 |
+ Poisoned waters, minor (level 3): Whether
+-it’s water flooding a structure, a stream, a swamp,
++it's water flooding a structure, a stream, a swamp,
+ or a lake, drinking it inflicts 3 points of damage per
+ round for three rounds on a failed Might defense
+ task, and merely getting wet inflicts 1 point of
+@@ -49620,7 +49620,7 @@
+ | Burning structure (level 4): Everything in or
+ within immediate range of this fire takes 4 points of
+ damage each round on a failed Speed defense roll.
+-If PCs can’t get away, choking smoke in the area
++If PCs can't get away, choking smoke in the area
+ means they must succeed on Might defense rolls
+ each round or suffer 2 points of ambient damage
+ and lose their next action. |
+@@ -49661,7 +49661,7 @@
+
+
+ | 76-78 |
+-Disease (level 5+): Even if the world didn’t
++ | Disease (level 5+): Even if the world didn't
+ end because of a pandemic, disease threatens the
+ PCs when they meet a group of especially unlucky
+ (and diseased) survivors. |
+@@ -49672,7 +49672,7 @@
+ defense roll means the rushing waters envelop
+ the character, inflicting 5 points of damage and
+ moving them a short distance in the direction of the
+-water’s flow. A serious flood could further endanger
++water's flow. A serious flood could further endanger
+ the character.
+
+
+@@ -49685,7 +49685,7 @@
+ short distance (on a roll of 4–6 on a d6) each round
+ in a random direction, persisting for 1d6 + 2
+ rounds before dispersing. Anyone intersected by
+-the firenado’s immediate‑radius area takes 5 points
++the firenado's immediate‑radius area takes 5 points
+ of damage each round on a failed Speed defense
+ roll. The PC must also succeed on a Might defense
+ roll or be pulled up into the firenado, burned
+@@ -49714,7 +49714,7 @@
+ drifts to the ground or precipitates out as rain. PCs
+ in the area suffer 1 point of ambient damage each
+ minute, and if they remain for an hour or longer,
+-they’re subject to radiation sickness.
++they're subject to radiation sickness.
+
+
+ | 89-91 |
+@@ -49800,13 +49800,13 @@
+ defense roll on their turn. A PC under AI
+ control might stand and do nothing, fall
+ mysteriously unconscious, or take an action
+-to advance the AI’s goals.
++to advance the AI's goals.
+
+
+ | 3-4 |
+ Voracious cockroach swarm (level 3):
+ This swarm, easily covering an area a
+-short distance in diameter, doesn’t shrink
++short distance in diameter, doesn't shrink
+ from the light or from people. Indeed, it
+ seems eerily intelligent, and if threatened,
+ it attacks, inflicting 3 points of damage
+@@ -49826,7 +49826,7 @@
+ | 6 |
+ Ashy tide (level 4): A series of powerful
+ wind gusts in the area kicks up a lot of
+-fine grey ash. Except it’s not ash—it’s a
++fine grey ash. Except it's not ash—it's a
+ collection of nanobots, each the size of a
+ grain of sand or smaller, called ashy tide. |
+
+@@ -49834,7 +49834,7 @@
+ 7-8 |
+ Glowing roach infestation: Four to ten
+ glowing roaches the size of dogs have truly
+-come into their own now that they’ve grown
++come into their own now that they've grown
+ in stature and intelligence. They have little
+ use for survivors, except as food. |
+
+@@ -49887,9 +49887,9 @@
+ 14 |
+ Time anomaly (level 5): The PCs
+ encounter a wall of golden light whose
+-interior ripples with lightning. It’s a
+-time storm, and either it blocks the PCs’
+-path, or worse, it’s gradually sweeping
++interior ripples with lightning. It's a
++time storm, and either it blocks the PCs'
++path, or worse, it's gradually sweeping
+ toward the characters. |
+
+
+@@ -49909,7 +49909,7 @@
+ head). A target can make a new Intellect
+ defense roll each day to try to reject the
+ control. A PC under AI control might stand and do nothing, fall mysteriously unconscious, or take an action to
+-advance the AI’s goals.
++advance the AI's goals.
+
+
+ | 16 |
+@@ -49933,7 +49933,7 @@
+
+ | 18-19 |
+ Rampaging wardroid (level 6): Wardroids may be what caused the apocalypse in the first place; whatever the case, one
+-has wandered directly into the PCs’ path. |
++has wandered directly into the PCs' path.
+
+
+ | 20 |
+@@ -49946,8 +49946,8 @@
+
+ GM INTRUSIONS FOR POST-APOCALYPTIC GAMES
+
+-If you’re running a game set in the ruins following civilization’s fall, refer to the following list of unexpected
+-complications to your PCs’ day. GM intrusions can happen anytime, whether the PCs think they’re safe in a defended
++If you're running a game set in the ruins following civilization's fall, refer to the following list of unexpected
++complications to your PCs' day. GM intrusions can happen anytime, whether the PCs think they're safe in a defended
+ settlement or recently secured shelter, or traveling across the wasteland.
+
+ Select a GM intrusion appropriate to the situation, roll one randomly, or use the list to inspire an intrusion of your
+@@ -49959,7 +49959,7 @@
+ 03–04: The character is surprised by a diseased feral cat, which bites them and runs off, infecting the PC with a level
+ 4 disease that drops them one step on the damage track each day they fail a Might defense roll.
+
+-05–06 (group or character): The PCs’ mode of transport breaks (or someone’s boot heel snaps off), requiring about an
++05–06 (group or character): The PCs' mode of transport breaks (or someone's boot heel snaps off), requiring about an
+ hour of repair, possibly meaning that they have to duck into nearby ruins to find parts.
+
+ 07–08: A weirdly gnarled hand emerges from the ground or ruin, grabs the character, and pulls them down into an ancient
+@@ -49981,17 +49981,17 @@
+ 17–18 (group): A wildfire or structural fire (level 5) moves through the area; PCs must run before it to survive.
+ However, when the fire has burnt out several hours later, the PCs are lost.
+
+-19–20 (group): A sinkhole opens beneath the PCs’ vehicle, which becomes hopelessly stuck in loose earth until they can
+-succeed on a difficulty 7 Might roll to push it out. If PCs don’t have a vehicle, the sinkhole sucks down one character
++19–20 (group): A sinkhole opens beneath the PCs' vehicle, which becomes hopelessly stuck in loose earth until they can
++succeed on a difficulty 7 Might roll to push it out. If PCs don't have a vehicle, the sinkhole sucks down one character
+ and threatens to smother them unless the others succeed on a difficulty 7 Might roll to extract them.
+
+ 21–22: The PC discovers they are infested with mutant green lice (level 5); Might tasks (including defense rolls) are
+ hindered until the PC is treated with appropriate cleansing chemicals.
+
+-23–24 (group): High winds, acidic precipitation, or a drift of grey goo eats through the PCs’ shelter’s roof.
++23–24 (group): High winds, acidic precipitation, or a drift of grey goo eats through the PCs' shelter's roof.
+
+-25–26: The character wakes to discover that some of their equipment has been pilfered, but the PC on watch didn’t see
+-anything (and isn’t responsible for the theft). Investigation reveals that weirdly smart termites (level 4) working
++25–26: The character wakes to discover that some of their equipment has been pilfered, but the PC on watch didn't see
++anything (and isn't responsible for the theft). Investigation reveals that weirdly smart termites (level 4) working
+ together made off with the item.
+
+ 27–28 (group): Yellow mushrooms with black speckles (level 4) grow profusely in the area and ooze weirdly blood‑like
+@@ -49999,7 +49999,7 @@
+ damage (ignores Armor) if ingested, but they also grant PCs a one‑time asset on any knowledge tasks they attempt during
+ the next ten hours.
+
+-29–30 (group): That buzzing noise that’s been getting louder and louder is revealed as a swarm of aggressive, stinging
++29–30 (group): That buzzing noise that's been getting louder and louder is revealed as a swarm of aggressive, stinging
+ radioactive bees.
+
+ \* Radioactive bees, swarm: level 5; stings inflict 6 damage and, on failed Might defense roll, an allergic reaction
+@@ -50024,18 +50024,18 @@
+ 41–42: The character stumbles over a decaying human corpse apparently killed by invasive fungus (level 3) eating through
+ their brain.
+
+-43–44: The character ate something that didn’t agree with them, and becomes so afflicted with nausea that their tasks,
++43–44: The character ate something that didn't agree with them, and becomes so afflicted with nausea that their tasks,
+ attacks, and defense rolls are hindered by two steps for the next few hours.
+
+ 45–46 (group): A mushroom cloud from a nuclear detonation blooms on the horizon. Are the PCs far enough away to survive?
+ Maybe, if they find shelter pronto.
+
+ 47–48: A mutated animal with unhealthy skin lesions and bulbous growths (with giant rat stats) scurries from the
+-character’s backpack or other container when they stow or retrieve equipment. The animal runs off unless attacked, in
++character's backpack or other container when they stow or retrieve equipment. The animal runs off unless attacked, in
+ which case it fights to the death.
+
+-49–50 (group): The PCs encounter a survivor claiming to be looking for a source of water that’s not radioactive. Maybe
+-they’re telling the truth and could use some help. Or maybe they’re a spy from a nearby raider camp.
++49–50 (group): The PCs encounter a survivor claiming to be looking for a source of water that's not radioactive. Maybe
++they're telling the truth and could use some help. Or maybe they're a spy from a nearby raider camp.
+
+ 51–52: The thin trickle of water running through the ruins must be intermittently in contact with live electrical wires,
+ as the character discovers when they take 5 points of Speed damage (ignores Armor) and are stunned, losing their next
+@@ -50053,8 +50053,8 @@
+ 59–60: The character falls partly (or completely) through the rotting floor, trapping their foot until they succeed on a
+ difficulty 4 Might roll, or dropping them to a lower floor (and separating them from the others).
+
+-61–62 (group): It’s hot outside today, due to a combination of aberrant weather conditions. PCs without some means of
+-cooling themselves off suffer 1 point of ambient damage each minute in the “heat dome” covering the region.
++61–62 (group): It's hot outside today, due to a combination of aberrant weather conditions. PCs without some means of
++cooling themselves off suffer 1 point of ambient damage each minute in the "heat dome" covering the region.
+
+ 63–64 (group): Eroded earth and dead vegetation in the region create perfect conditions for a sandstorm, which blows
+ through the area for several hours, reducing visibility to an immediate distance.
+@@ -50069,11 +50069,11 @@
+ 69–70 (group): A group of three to six zombies (or cannibals, if your game has no zombies) stumbles out of the hospital,
+ bunker, or old military facility.
+
+-71–72: The character’s trusty weapon finally rusts through or otherwise breaks.
++71–72: The character's trusty weapon finally rusts through or otherwise breaks.
+
+ 73–74 (group): Seeping gas (level 4) in the area causes the PCs to begin hallucinating. Each is certain the other is
+ some kind of threat—such as a raider, a zombie, or something else dangerous—until they succeed on a difficulty 3
+-Intellect defense roll on their turn to realize what’s going on.
++Intellect defense roll on their turn to realize what's going on.
+
+ 75–76 (group): The characters are caught in a stampede of rewilded giraffes, elephants, buffalo, or other large animals.
+ Each PC suffers 3 points of damage, descends one step on the damage track, and on a failed difficulty 3 Speed defense
+@@ -50083,7 +50083,7 @@
+ damage each round they are exposed. If a PC takes enough damage to descend three steps on the damage track, they are
+ pulled up into the vortex and lost.
+
+-79–80: The character discovers they’ve started growing a sixth finger on their left hand. Why? Maybe due to their
++79–80: The character discovers they've started growing a sixth finger on their left hand. Why? Maybe due to their
+ previous exposures to whatever mutagen exists in the world, or for a reason yet to be learned.
+
+ 81–82 (group): A before‑times jet appears in the sky, engines spewing smoke, before it crashes close enough to deal 4
+@@ -50100,18 +50100,18 @@
+ 89–90 (group): A group of people (level 2) with glazed eyes appear with gifts of food. They want to introduce the PCs to
+ their AI benefactor (or warlord, if your game has no AIs) via an old‑time communications device they have with them.
+
+-91–92: The character has been pushing too hard and they’re exhausted; they move down one step on the damage track until
++91–92: The character has been pushing too hard and they're exhausted; they move down one step on the damage track until
+ after their next ten‑hour recovery.
+
+ 93–94: Through misadventure, the character falls from the vehicle or mount, and no one else immediately notices.
+
+-95–96: A mutant skunk with two heads (or regular skunk, if your game doesn’t feature mutations) sprays the character.
+-The character’s pleasant social interaction tasks are hindered by two steps for two to five days.
++95–96: A mutant skunk with two heads (or regular skunk, if your game doesn't feature mutations) sprays the character.
++The character's pleasant social interaction tasks are hindered by two steps for two to five days.
+
+ 97–98 (group): NPC survivors demand PCs pay a toll to pass, equal to enough food and water to sustain one person for
+ five days.
+
+-99–00 (group): The PCs arrive, but apparently their directions were wrong, because they’re not where they wanted to go,
++99–00 (group): The PCs arrive, but apparently their directions were wrong, because they're not where they wanted to go,
+ but someplace completely different.
+
+ OPTIONAL RULES FOR SUPERHEROs
+@@ -50122,7 +50122,7 @@
+ together interdimensional gateway devices in a few hours.
+
+ A typical superhero PC gets five power shifts. Power shifts are like permanent free levels of Effort that are always
+-active. They don’t count toward a character’s maximum Effort use (nor do they count as skills or assets). They simply
++active. They don't count toward a character's maximum Effort use (nor do they count as skills or assets). They simply
+ ease tasks that fall into specific categories, which include (but are not necessarily limited to) the following.
+
+ Accuracy: All attack rolls.
+@@ -50160,7 +50160,7 @@
+
+ A character assigns their five power shifts as desired, but most characters should not be allowed to assign more than
+ three to any one category. Once the shifts are assigned, they should not change (however, researching an experimental
+-procedure to change a character’s power shifts could be the culmination of a character arc such as Uncover a Secret).
++procedure to change a character's power shifts could be the culmination of a character arc such as Uncover a Secret).
+
+ PRODIGY POWER SHIFTS
+
+@@ -50169,39 +50169,39 @@
+ strength. If you want your archer character to be really good at shooting arrows, put a power shift into single attack
+ (bows). If you want your speedster hero to be really fast, put a power shift into power (Fleet of Foot). And so on.
+
+-But what if you want your character to be a swashbuckling teleporter who blinks all over the battlefield? There’s no
+-low-tier teleportation ability, so you can’t be a teleporter as a tier 1 character, and the character concept isn’t
++But what if you want your character to be a swashbuckling teleporter who blinks all over the battlefield? There's no
++low-tier teleportation ability, so you can't be a teleporter as a tier 1 character, and the character concept isn't
+ nearly as fun if you have to wait until tier 4 before you can learn a teleportation ability (like Short Teleportation).
+
+-This is where you can (with the GM’s approval) use a power shift for the prodigy option. Prodigy lets you give up one of
++This is where you can (with the GM's approval) use a power shift for the prodigy option. Prodigy lets you give up one of
+ your lower-tier abilities for a higher-tier ability
+
+ that matches your character concept. For example, if your swashbuckling teleporter is a Graceful Explorer who Fights
+-With Panache, you could give up one of your tier 1 Explorer abilities (so you’d only have three instead of four) or give
++With Panache, you could give up one of your tier 1 Explorer abilities (so you'd only have three instead of four) or give
+ up your tier 1 focus ability, Fights With Panache, and instead select the tier 4 ability Short Teleportation.
+
+ Choosing prodigy as a power shift is an interesting trade-off for your character; you end up with a powerful ability
+-that you couldn’t get otherwise, but at the cost of a power shift (which the other characters are probably using to add
++that you couldn't get otherwise, but at the cost of a power shift (which the other characters are probably using to add
+ to their skills, damage, or defenses). Keep in mind that higher-tier abilities tend to cost more Pool points (especially
+-because your Edge as a low-tier character is less than that of a higher-tier character), so you’ll weaken yourself if
++because your Edge as a low-tier character is less than that of a higher-tier character), so you'll weaken yourself if
+ you use that ability often—which might be a good reason to allocate more points to that stat Pool, or assign a power
+ shift to healing so you have more opportunities per day to recover Pool points.
+
+ Theoretically, you could put two power shifts in prodigy for the same ability, allowing you to select a high-tier
+ ability. However, there are two reasons not to do this. First, those high-tier abilities usually have even higher costs,
+-which limits how often you can use them. Second, if you start out with the best version of that ability, there’s no room
+-to grow. It’s fun when your character impresses other superheroes by improving an ability, and it’s really handy when
++which limits how often you can use them. Second, if you start out with the best version of that ability, there's no room
++to grow. It's fun when your character impresses other superheroes by improving an ability, and it's really handy when
+ your nemesis supervillain underestimates you based on your old limitations. So unless the GM wants every superhero PC to
+ start with one top-tier ability, give yourself room to grow and use prodigy only to get a mid-tier ability.
+
+ GAINING MORE POWER SHIFTS
+ Some GMs will want to allow PCs to increase their power shifts. Having a character spend 10 XP to do so would probably
+ be appropriate. Other GMs will want to run superhero games with PCs of greater or lesser power (cosmic-level heroes or
+-street-level heroes, perhaps). In such cases, the GM should grant the PCs more or fewer power shifts at the game’s
++street-level heroes, perhaps). In such cases, the GM should grant the PCs more or fewer power shifts at the game's
+ start.
+
+ POWER STUNTS
+-A power stunt is pushing a superpower beyond its normal limits or using it to do something it normally can’t do.
++A power stunt is pushing a superpower beyond its normal limits or using it to do something it normally can't do.
+ Examples:
+
+ • A lightning-blaster hero shooting their electricity farther than normal
+@@ -50212,15 +50212,15 @@
+
+ • A teleporter hero traveling to another dimension
+
+-• An illusionist hero negating an opponent’s invisibility
++• An illusionist hero negating an opponent's invisibility
+
+ The Cypher System Rulebook explains modifying abilities on the fly, describing
+
+ a method of altering the range, area, or other aspects of an Intellect-based ability by spending more Intellect points.
+-In a superhero game, these modifications aren’t limited to Intellect-based abilities—it’s reasonable that a strong hero
++In a superhero game, these modifications aren't limited to Intellect-based abilities—it's reasonable that a strong hero
+ could affect a larger area with Golem Stomp or an agile hero could disarm more than one opponent using Advantage to
+ Disadvantage. The cost for making these changes works just like modifying an Intellect-based ability. The additional
+-cost uses the same Pool as the ability’s normal cost; if an ability doesn’t have a cost, the GM should choose an
++cost uses the same Pool as the ability's normal cost; if an ability doesn't have a cost, the GM should choose an
+ appropriate ability for the points to come from.
+
+ • Increasing range costs 1 Pool point per range step increased (immediate to short, short to long, long to very long).
+@@ -50229,8 +50229,8 @@
+ cannot be increased more than one step in this way. Abilities that last for only an action or a round (such as an
+ Onslaught attack) cannot have their duration increased.
+
+-Abilities that don’t have a Pool cost, like Eyes Adjusted, can be modified as well. If modifying the range or duration,
+-the GM decides what Pool the point cost is paid from. However, most abilities like this don’t have ranges or durations,
++Abilities that don't have a Pool cost, like Eyes Adjusted, can be modified as well. If modifying the range or duration,
++the GM decides what Pool the point cost is paid from. However, most abilities like this don't have ranges or durations,
+ so modifying them requires a difficult, formidable, or impossible task roll.
+
+ Modifying the area or other aspects of an ability is more difficult. Instead
+@@ -50247,35 +50247,35 @@
+ single-target ability affect an area. Examples: Using Hover to make an opponent crash into the ceiling. Using Shroud of
+ Flame to absorb fire. Using Telepathic to talk to a machine or Machine Telepathy to talk to a living person.
+
+-Impossible (10): An effect that has nothing to do with the ability’s description or intent. Examples: Using Hover to
+-blast an opponent with fire. Using Foil Danger to copy an opponent’s attack. Using an attack like Thunder Beam to heal
++Impossible (10): An effect that has nothing to do with the ability's description or intent. Examples: Using Hover to
++blast an opponent with fire. Using Foil Danger to copy an opponent's attack. Using an attack like Thunder Beam to heal
+ someone.
+
+ Of course, if the altered ability is an attack, the hero still needs to make a successful attack roll against their
+-target— just because the character found a way to use Hover as an attack doesn’t mean the attack automatically hits. The
++target— just because the character found a way to use Hover as an attack doesn't mean the attack automatically hits. The
+ attack task for the altered ability uses the normal difficulty for attacking that target. For example, if Hammermind
+ wants to split her Onslaught so she can attack two level 2 robots, first she has to succeed at the difficulty 4 task to
+ split the attack, then she can make the two (hindered) level 2 attack rolls against the robots.
+
+-Just like in any aspect of the game, other factors might ease or hinder the hero’s attempt to perform the stunt. For
++Just like in any aspect of the game, other factors might ease or hinder the hero's attempt to perform the stunt. For
+ example, if the hero Firelash is trying a stunt to use his Shroud of Flame to absorb a fire attack from his evil sister
+-Swordblaze, the GM might decide that the similarities in their flame powers mean that Firelash’s attempt is eased. But
++Swordblaze, the GM might decide that the similarities in their flame powers mean that Firelash's attempt is eased. But
+ if the illusionist hero Hologrim is trying a power stunt to reveal where his invisible archenemy Death Ghost is hiding,
+-the GM might feel that the villain’s magical invisibility is especially difficult for Hologrim’s technology-based
+-illusions to counter, so the hero’s task is hindered. The GM can also introduce power boost cyphers that ease the power
++the GM might feel that the villain's magical invisibility is especially difficult for Hologrim's technology-based
++illusions to counter, so the hero's task is hindered. The GM can also introduce power boost cyphers that ease the power
+ stunt task, or present the heroes with temporary effects that ease or hinder power stunt tasks, like a virus that
+-erratically amplifies mutant genes, or a burst of energy from an alien artifact that reacts with a robot hero’s power
++erratically amplifies mutant genes, or a burst of energy from an alien artifact that reacts with a robot hero's power
+ core.
+
+-If a hero tries a particular stunt in more than one session, the GM doesn’t need to give the task the same difficulty
+-every time; the circumstances of each attempt are never quite the same. Perhaps this supervillain’s fire is a little
++If a hero tries a particular stunt in more than one session, the GM doesn't need to give the task the same difficulty
++every time; the circumstances of each attempt are never quite the same. Perhaps this supervillain's fire is a little
+ hotter or cooler than the one the hero tried to absorb last time. Or the spaces between the dimensions are thinner or
+ thicker right now, making it harder to teleport between them. The position of two opponents or the shape of a room might
+ be different than the last time the hero tried splitting an attack power across multiple targets. In other words, the GM
+-doesn’t have to remember that the last time the hero tried this stunt it was difficulty 7, so it has to be difficulty 7
++doesn't have to remember that the last time the hero tried this stunt it was difficulty 7, so it has to be difficulty 7
+ this time; just look at the current circumstances and make a decision based on that. In fact, this is part of the reason
+ why the difficulties are three levels apart; the GM is more likely to be consistent at rating something as difficult,
+-formidable, or impossible than deciding whether it’s a level 6 or level 7 task.
++formidable, or impossible than deciding whether it's a level 6 or level 7 task.
+
+ PERMANENT POWER STUNTS
+
+@@ -50327,11 +50327,11 @@
+ | Pushed or pulled object can roll or slide very easily | -1 |
+ | Pushed or pulled object is buoyant and moving through water | -1 |
+
+-\*Each additional doubling of the character’s size eases the task by another step.
++\*Each additional doubling of the character's size eases the task by another step.
+
+ Some character abilities are able to move heavy things, often more easily than brute physical strength can. If a
+ superhero wants to push the limits of what those abilities can do, the GM can compare the baseline effects of those
+-abilities to the Feats of Strength table to determine the comparable difficulty of the task, and modify the character’s
++abilities to the Feats of Strength table to determine the comparable difficulty of the task, and modify the character's
+ roll to succeed.
+
+ FEATS OF SPEED
+@@ -50342,7 +50342,7 @@
+ must succeed at a difficulty 4 Speed task to complete the movement; failure means they trip, stumble, slip, or fall down
+ at some point during the move and stop.
+
+-Of course, superheroes aren’t normal people—they’re exceptional, and some can run as fast as Olympic athletes, or much
++Of course, superheroes aren't normal people—they're exceptional, and some can run as fast as Olympic athletes, or much
+ faster. For a character trying to run more than a long distance as their entire action, use the following table to
+ determine the difficulty for the task. Failing this roll is just like failing the basic running roll described above.
+
+@@ -50360,7 +50360,7 @@
+
+ TREMENDOUS LEAPS
+
+-Some—but not all—strong superheroes can easily leap dozens or hundreds of feet, well beyond what’s possible with the
++Some—but not all—strong superheroes can easily leap dozens or hundreds of feet, well beyond what's possible with the
+ jumping rules (running a short distance and jumping 30 feet \[9 m\] is a difficulty 10 task). Characters who want to
+ jump huge distances like that should take the Amazing Leap ability, allowing them to jump a long distance or more.
+
+@@ -50377,31 +50377,31 @@
+
+ MODIFYING HIGH-TECH DEVICES
+
+-It’s common for technically savvy superheroes to fiddle with machines to make them work better or do something
+-different. Sometimes the object in question is their own gear, but it’s just as likely to be something they took from a
++It's common for technically savvy superheroes to fiddle with machines to make them work better or do something
++different. Sometimes the object in question is their own gear, but it's just as likely to be something they took from a
+ defeated supervillain or found on an alien spaceship.
+
+ A character who expects to modify many devices should consider learning abilities such as Innovator, Jury-Rig, Modify
+ Artifact Power, Modify Device, and Quick Work. A character who only wants to dabble in this sort of activity can do so,
+ but it takes longer and is less efficient.
+
+-Small modifications are things like changing a device’s target, range, or duration. “Small” is subjective and up to the
+-GM, but generally, it means adding another target (although for some high-level devices, adding a target isn’t a small
++Small modifications are things like changing a device's target, range, or duration. "Small" is subjective and up to the
++GM, but generally, it means adding another target (although for some high-level devices, adding a target isn't a small
+ change), increasing the range by one step (immediate to short, short to long, long to very long), or increasing the
+ duration by one step (one minute to one hour, one hour to ten hours). The task difficulty for making a small
+-modification is generally equal to the device’s level minus 1, which also determines how much time it takes to complete
++modification is generally equal to the device's level minus 1, which also determines how much time it takes to complete
+ the modifications.
+
+ Big changes are modifying a laser rifle to shoot cold or electricity, turning a communication device into a telepathic
+-shield, or turning a jetpack into a force field device. These modifications are like repairs; they use the device’s
++shield, or turning a jetpack into a force field device. These modifications are like repairs; they use the device's
+ level for the difficulty and creation time, but take half as long as the time listed.
+
+ A character modifying their own device eases the task. This applies whether the character built the device themselves or
+-they’ve been repairing and tinkering with it long enough that they fully understand its workings.
++they've been repairing and tinkering with it long enough that they fully understand its workings.
+
+ Regardless of whether the change is big or small, failing the modification task means the character wastes the full
+-amount of time spent attempting the modification, and uses up materials equal to the device’s level minus 2, but they
+-can try again. If they fail with a roll of a natural 1, it’s likely that the free GM intrusion means the device is
++amount of time spent attempting the modification, and uses up materials equal to the device's level minus 2, but they
++can try again. If they fail with a roll of a natural 1, it's likely that the free GM intrusion means the device is
+ ruined (but perhaps could be salvaged for materials).
+
+ Modification GM intrusions: The device gains a high depletion rate, needs to be recharged after each use, or develops a
+@@ -50423,11 +50423,11 @@
+ conditions, the GM should ease
+
+ the assessed difficulty to determine the crafting time by three or four steps, with the crafter needing to be present
+-for only about the first quarter of that time and the “helpers” taking care of the rest.
++for only about the first quarter of that time and the "helpers" taking care of the rest.
+
+ OPTIONAL RULES FOR HORROR
+
+-This chapter describes many different optional rules (called “horror modules”) for making horror games more exciting or
++This chapter describes many different optional rules (called "horror modules") for making horror games more exciting or
+ suspenseful. Horror modules are tweaks the GM applies
+
+ to the rules to make a horror scenario even more scary or to represent how
+@@ -50448,8 +50448,8 @@
+
+ The following GM intrusions work for most horror genres.
+
+-• Something foils a character’s attempt to escape: a getaway car won’t start, they drop the keys that unlock the exit
+-door or lock up the villain, or the shotgun they’re using to clear a path jams or runs out of shells.
++• Something foils a character's attempt to escape: a getaway car won't start, they drop the keys that unlock the exit
++door or lock up the villain, or the shotgun they're using to clear a path jams or runs out of shells.
+
+ • The antagonist enters a secure or sealed room by an unexpected method: crashing through a door or wall, crawling out
+ of a ventilation shaft, jumping out of a trap door, manifesting electronically through a Wi-Fi signal, or teleporting.
+@@ -50470,19 +50470,19 @@
+ with a magical dagger). The item might slowly repair itself—and depending on the item, it might be more frightening if
+ it shows up fully intact or still bearing damage from how the PCs tried to destroy it.
+
+-This reappearance usually isn’t because the item is literally walking to wherever the PCs are (although if the item is
++This reappearance usually isn't because the item is literally walking to wherever the PCs are (although if the item is
+ something like a cursed doll, that might make it more frightening). In most cases, it just happens to be where the PCs
+-went, found in an unobtrusive place like the back of a closet, under a car seat, or in the bottom of someone’s luggage.
++went, found in an unobtrusive place like the back of a closet, under a car seat, or in the bottom of someone's luggage.
+ If the item is intelligent (or controlled by a hostile intelligence), it might use NPCs to bring it back to the PCs, and
+ might sacrifice those NPCs in dramatic and gory ways to make sure it ends up back in the hands of the PCs. For example,
+-if the PCs abandon a haunted ring, on the next day when they’re waiting for a train they recognize a man they saw
++if the PCs abandon a haunted ring, on the next day when they're waiting for a train they recognize a man they saw
+ earlier just as he gets hit by an oncoming train, and his severed hand—wearing the ring—lands at their feet. Even if the
+ PCs go to a remote area with no people, one of them might suddenly vomit up their lunch—and the haunted ring.
+
+ CHARACTER POSSE
+
+ Every player is given at least two characters to run, each with about the same amount of background and abilities so
+-they’re all suitable as main characters. A player usually runs only one of these PCs at a time. As the action in the
++they're all suitable as main characters. A player usually runs only one of these PCs at a time. As the action in the
+ story changes locations, the GM can have one or more players switch their active PC and interact with the other active
+ PCs and the story in
+
+@@ -50491,19 +50491,19 @@
+
+ of the group having to wait, and gives every player a backup character to play if their active PC dies.
+
+-Character Posse works best when the characters are very simple and don’t have many abilities that require a lot of
++Character Posse works best when the characters are very simple and don't have many abilities that require a lot of
+ knowledge and description. That way the player can focus on the personality of the PC and not have to keep remembering a
+ stack of complicated abilities. In a non-fantastic modern setting, that often means characters who have a lot of skills
+ and automatic or simple bonuses (like Combat Prowess and Fleet of Foot) but one or zero abilities that have durations or
+ require special actions (like Anecdote and Muscles of Iron).
+
+ DEAD ALL ALONG
+-A handful of people are forced to stick together under unusual circumstances—they’re survivors of a shipwreck,
++A handful of people are forced to stick together under unusual circumstances—they're survivors of a shipwreck,
+ quarantined to avoid an outbreak of a deadly disease, waiting for a riot to leave their neighborhood, or locked away
+ from an approaching zombie horde. They hear strange noises, glimpse shadowy figures, and find that things move about or
+-disappear when nobody is looking. The PCs begin to suspect they’re being haunted by ghosts or observed by mysterious
++disappear when nobody is looking. The PCs begin to suspect they're being haunted by ghosts or observed by mysterious
+ aliens; one or more of them disappear or are found dead. Eventually the PCs realize that they are ghosts of people who
+-haven’t come to terms with their own deaths, and the weird experiences are their limited interactions with the real
++haven't come to terms with their own deaths, and the weird experiences are their limited interactions with the real
+ world and the living people trying to bury their bodies or put their souls at peace.
+
+ In these stories, the emotional journey of the ghosts is about understanding their situation and coming to terms with
+@@ -50520,9 +50520,9 @@
+ increases their Pools, they can add a maximum of 1 point to their Might Pool and 1 point to their Speed Pool; other
+ points left over (if any)
+
+-must go to their Intellect Pool, even if that’s not normally an option for the ability. This does not apply to the extra
+-points the player can divide among their Pools at character creation. This creates a more “realistic” game scenario
+-where the PCs are more like normal people who don’t get much more powerful physically over the course of a campaign, but
++must go to their Intellect Pool, even if that's not normally an option for the ability. This does not apply to the extra
++points the player can divide among their Pools at character creation. This creates a more "realistic" game scenario
++where the PCs are more like normal people who don't get much more powerful physically over the course of a campaign, but
+ still can learn new skills, advance their minds, and so on.
+
+ This module does not affect abilities like Enlarge (which temporarily adds 4 points to your Might Pool), but it does
+@@ -50531,8 +50531,8 @@
+
+ GHOSTLY HELPERS
+
+-In a horror story, it’s common for major characters to be killed or incapacitated, but in a horror RPG, that means the
+-player of a dead character doesn’t have much to do. The Ghostly Helpers module gives players whose characters are out of
++In a horror story, it's common for major characters to be killed or incapacitated, but in a horror RPG, that means the
++player of a dead character doesn't have much to do. The Ghostly Helpers module gives players whose characters are out of
+ the game two ways to have an active role in the scenario.
+
+ First, the dead character is still able to spend their XP to give a living character a reroll. To facilitate this, the
+@@ -50546,33 +50546,33 @@
+ weapon). When the GM gives out more subtle cyphers, any excess ones (beyond the cypher limit of living PCs) should go to
+ the dead characters, up to the cypher limits of the dead characters (any extra cyphers beyond that are lost).
+
+-The player of a dead character always gets to decide when to help and which PC to affect with their help—they’re not
++The player of a dead character always gets to decide when to help and which PC to affect with their help—they're not
+ merely extensions of the living PCs. Whether this help is just fate or coincidence working on behalf of the PC, or if it
+ literally is the lingering ghost of a dead character trying to save a living person, depends on the scenario and the GM.
+
+-Help from a dead character doesn’t have to be from a ghost. Depending on the genre, it might be the influence of a
++Help from a dead character doesn't have to be from a ghost. Depending on the genre, it might be the influence of a
+ guilty artificial intelligence, a sentient weapon with a grudge, a cultist with conflicting loyalties, and so on
+
+ HALLUCINATION RESET
+
+-In some horror genres, it’s unclear if the character is truly experiencing what’s happening in the story, or if they’re
++In some horror genres, it's unclear if the character is truly experiencing what's happening in the story, or if they're
+ hallucinating or dreaming it. In some cases, their fear response
+
+ to the real events happening around them prompts their conscious or subconscious imagination to create an unreal
+-scenario that’s even more terrifying, only to have them snap out of it and find themselves in a prior (but perhaps still
++scenario that's even more terrifying, only to have them snap out of it and find themselves in a prior (but perhaps still
+ very dangerous) situation. This sort of hallucination allows the story to go completely off the rails and then suddenly
+ return to normal.
+
+ If the GM plans to have a hallucination reset, they should keep track of damage taken, equipment used, and XP spent for
+-each character (if using cypher and XP cards, there should be a separate space for each character’s used cards). When
++each character (if using cypher and XP cards, there should be a separate space for each character's used cards). When
+ the hallucination ends, stop the action, explain that the PCs find themselves at an earlier point in the story (or wake
+-up after some time has passed if it’s a dream), and restore their Pools, equipment, and XP to their previous state. If
+-the GM doesn’t know exactly how much each character’s Pool changed, allow each PC to make a free recovery roll to
++up after some time has passed if it's a dream), and restore their Pools, equipment, and XP to their previous state. If
++the GM doesn't know exactly how much each character's Pool changed, allow each PC to make a free recovery roll to
+ compensate for it.
+
+ If the GM needs to use a hallucination reset to recover from a disastrous outcome, they should try to reset the PCs as
+-close as possible to their previous state, relying on the players’ recollection of which cyphers and XP belonged to each
+-character. As it’s unlikely that they kept track of how many Pool points they spent in the now-false encounters, the GM
++close as possible to their previous state, relying on the players' recollection of which cyphers and XP belonged to each
++character. As it's unlikely that they kept track of how many Pool points they spent in the now-false encounters, the GM
+ can allow each of them a free recovery roll to make up for it.
+
+ Used carefully, a hallucination reset leaves the characters wondering what is real, and it can be a tool for the GM to
+@@ -50580,12 +50580,12 @@
+ risks causing the players to lose interest in the game because the frequent resets undermine their emotional connections
+ to their characters and negate any progress in the story.
+
+-Note that a deliberate and planned reset can deliberately do strange things with the story because it’s completely in
+-the characters’ heads. A horror game about werewolves might have a dream or hallucination about fascist soldiers
++Note that a deliberate and planned reset can deliberately do strange things with the story because it's completely in
++the characters' heads. A horror game about werewolves might have a dream or hallucination about fascist soldiers
+ attacking the PCs with flamethrowers. One about aliens might show the antagonists turning into sexy vampires. A haunted
+-house might convince the PCs that they’re tearing off their own faces. A hallucination might even include elements of
+-something that will happen in the future, so when the actual event occurs (perhaps in a later session) the players won’t
+-know if they should act on their “future memories” of these events or ignore them as falsehoods.
++house might convince the PCs that they're tearing off their own faces. A hallucination might even include elements of
++something that will happen in the future, so when the actual event occurs (perhaps in a later session) the players won't
++know if they should act on their "future memories" of these events or ignore them as falsehoods.
+
+ HORROR MODE
+
+@@ -50597,8 +50597,8 @@
+
+ Horror Mode is unique among the horror modules in that the default assumption is that the GM is using it for every
+ horror game, at least some of the time. Using Horror Mode makes the players aware of the risks they take every time they
+-make a roll. They won’t take easy tasks for granted, and they might apply Effort to turn an easy task into a routine
+-task so they don’t have to roll at all and risk an intrusion. This ends up depleting their Pools faster, which makes
++make a roll. They won't take easy tasks for granted, and they might apply Effort to turn an easy task into a routine
++task so they don't have to roll at all and risk an intrusion. This ends up depleting their Pools faster, which makes
+ them feel more vulnerable.
+
+ ESCALATION RATE
+@@ -50633,19 +50633,19 @@
+
+ HYSTERIA
+
+-Screaming is a natural reaction when you’re frightened, but it’s also likely
++Screaming is a natural reaction when you're frightened, but it's also likely
+
+ to draw the attention of whatever is frightening you. The Hysteria horror module encourages characters to give in to the
+ natural instinct to scream, but introduces dangerous consequences for doing so.
+
+-At any time, as an action, a PC can use a free one-action recovery roll (which doesn’t use up the one-action recovery
++At any time, as an action, a PC can use a free one-action recovery roll (which doesn't use up the one-action recovery
+ roll that all characters get), but doing so means they also spend that action loudly screaming. Because of this noise,
+-the GM can make a free intrusion and doesn’t have to award XP for it.
++the GM can make a free intrusion and doesn't have to award XP for it.
+
+-A PC’s ten-minute recovery roll takes only one minute, but the PC
++A PC's ten-minute recovery roll takes only one minute, but the PC
+
+ has to scream and have an emotional meltdown for the entire time. As with the previous option, this allows the GM to
+-make a free intrusion (after the recovery period) and they don’t have
++make a free intrusion (after the recovery period) and they don't have
+
+ to award XP for it. The PC still has the option of resting normally for ten minutes to use the ten-minute recovery roll
+ (without screaming, and without the free intrusion).
+@@ -50656,16 +50656,16 @@
+
+ INSTANT PANIC
+
+-Most people in real life aren’t prepared for the existence of aliens, monsters, or killer robots, and seeing something
++Most people in real life aren't prepared for the existence of aliens, monsters, or killer robots, and seeing something
+ that shatters their worldview is frightening and traumatic. The first time a character sees a creature (or anything else
+-suitably horrifying) they thought wasn’t possible or only existed in books and movies, they must make an Intellect
+-defense roll against the creature’s level. If they fail, for one round either they’re paralyzed with fear or they run in
++suitably horrifying) they thought wasn't possible or only existed in books and movies, they must make an Intellect
++defense roll against the creature's level. If they fail, for one round either they're paralyzed with fear or they run in
+ the opposite direction.
+
+-Repeat appearances by the creature (or other creatures like it) that they’ve seen before usually don’t trigger this
++Repeat appearances by the creature (or other creatures like it) that they've seen before usually don't trigger this
+ reaction a second time, but encountering a large number of those creatures or seeing them do something unusual might
+ trigger it. For example, seeing a ghoul crawl out of a storm drain might trigger panic; seeing another ghoul (or the
+-same one again) won’t trigger it again, but seeing a large pack of ghouls approaching, or seeing one ghoul eating a dead
++same one again) won't trigger it again, but seeing a large pack of ghouls approaching, or seeing one ghoul eating a dead
+ person could trigger another panic reaction. Even if a character has gotten over their initial panic, the GM can prompt
+ it again as an intrusion if the circumstances warrant it.
+
+@@ -50679,13 +50679,13 @@
+
+ Cypher System characters are tough and resilient, even at tier 1, but Ironman brings them down to a more realistic power
+ level. Ironman is more punitive for characters whose abilities cost Pool points and less of a challenge for characters
+-whose abilities don’t cost anything (such as Physical Skills). For a slightly less challenging option, allow the use of
++whose abilities don't cost anything (such as Physical Skills). For a slightly less challenging option, allow the use of
+ healing cyphers and artifacts, but limit them to the minimum amount.
+
+ LAST SURVIVOR
+
+ Sometimes the antagonist kills off all the protagonists one by one, leaving only one survivor to challenge them. In the
+-journey toward that point, it’s not clear who the last survivor will be, and sometimes a potential last survivor is
++journey toward that point, it's not clear who the last survivor will be, and sometimes a potential last survivor is
+ eliminated unexpectedly or sacrifices themselves so that another person may live. The Last Survivor horror module
+
+ is a way for PCs to temporarily thwart fate, but it inevitably feeds toward the last surviving character having extra
+@@ -50704,8 +50704,8 @@
+
+ • All rolls to save them from being killed are eased by two steps.
+
+-• The last survivor XP can be spent only by the last survivor, and only on the last survivor’s rolls, never on any other
+-players’ rolls. (The PC can still spend their personal XP normally, including on other players’ rolls.)
++• The last survivor XP can be spent only by the last survivor, and only on the last survivor's rolls, never on any other
++players' rolls. (The PC can still spend their personal XP normally, including on other players' rolls.)
+
+ • At any time, whoever has the token can pass the role of last survivor to another player. The receiving player gets all
+ the XP associated with the last survivor (if there are none, the GM immediately gives 1 XP to the token).
+@@ -50719,13 +50719,13 @@
+ MADNESS
+
+ Madness is an optional rule discussed in the Cypher System Rulebook. When using this rule, if Intellect damage from fear
+-or shock reduces a PC’s Intellect Pool to 0, they regain points in the Pool, but their maximum Intellect Pool is reduced
++or shock reduces a PC's Intellect Pool to 0, they regain points in the Pool, but their maximum Intellect Pool is reduced
+ by 1. If their Intellect Pool is ever reduced to 0 again, they go insane and replace their current descriptor with the
+ Mad descriptor.
+
+ PERILOUS VENTURE
+ Sometimes the PCs need to perform a ritual or other complex action that takes several rounds or minutes, and if they
+-make mistakes along the way it’s a setback instead of an outright failure. For example, they might need to read a
++make mistakes along the way it's a setback instead of an outright failure. For example, they might need to read a
+ banishing spell out of an old book, mix and heat the chemicals for a zombie cure, or draw a magic circle around a
+ building to contain hostile ghosts. Rather than having their success or failure come down to one roll, the GM can build
+ tension by requiring the players to make multiple rolls called subtasks. The subtasks start at difficulty 1, and the
+@@ -50734,13 +50734,13 @@
+ attempting to leave the house).
+
+ Generally, these subtasks occur at equally divided intervals over the course of the full time required to complete the
+-ritual. If at any point the PC fails a subtask, the ritual isn’t ruined, but it costs time—a failure means the time
++ritual. If at any point the PC fails a subtask, the ritual isn't ruined, but it costs time—a failure means the time
+ spent on that subtask was wasted, but the character can spend that much time again and try to succeed at that same
+ subtask.
+
+ Skills, assets, and other special abilities can ease subtasks just like they do with any other task (which might make
+ some of the subtasks routine and not require a roll at all). Characters may apply Effort to each subtask. Of course,
+-applying Effort is something characters do in the moment, not over long periods of time, so it’s generally impossible to
++applying Effort is something characters do in the moment, not over long periods of time, so it's generally impossible to
+ apply sustained Effort on a task or subtask that takes longer than a day.
+
+ The GM should decide if a given ritual is something that other PCs can help with. Even if it initially seems like a solo
+@@ -50750,7 +50750,7 @@
+ spotlight.
+
+ To make the situation more interesting, the GM can introduce a time challenge, like requiring the PCs to finish by a
+-specific time (perhaps a midnight deadline for containing the ghosts in the house, or banishing a demon that’s
++specific time (perhaps a midnight deadline for containing the ghosts in the house, or banishing a demon that's
+ inflicting damage to an NPC every round it possesses them). This puts pressure on the PCs to complete the process as
+ soon as possible.
+
+@@ -50761,7 +50761,7 @@
+
+ a limited resource, such as holy water, silver powder, or rare herbs; if the PCs have only enough materials to complete
+ the ritual (perhaps with a little extra in case they make one mistake), that forces them to use Effort, XP, and other
+-tricks to make sure they don’t fail too often and run out.
++tricks to make sure they don't fail too often and run out.
+
+ Finally, some rituals might require the PCs to spend points from their Pools on each subtask, with Might representing
+ blood or vitality, Speed representing energy, and Intellect representing will or sanity. Other physical or mental tolls
+@@ -50775,25 +50775,25 @@
+
+ These intrusions work like the normal kind (the GM awards 2 XP, and the player gives one of them to another player).
+ However, while normal intrusions are subtle changes that influence the situation, using Poor Choices lets the GM abandon
+-that restraint and dictate a specific overt character action, even if it’s something that the player wouldn’t normally
++that restraint and dictate a specific overt character action, even if it's something that the player wouldn't normally
+ choose.
+
+-These intrusions can be risky, but they shouldn’t be obviously self-destructive or harmful. For example, the GM
+-shouldn’t use an intrusion to make a PC drink something that they know is poisonous, jump out of an airplane without a
++These intrusions can be risky, but they shouldn't be obviously self-destructive or harmful. For example, the GM
++shouldn't use an intrusion to make a PC drink something that they know is poisonous, jump out of an airplane without a
+ parachute, punch a police officer, or stare directly at an eclipse. The idea is to put the character in a complicated
+ situation more forcefully than the player might choose, but not set up the character for failure. The players know
+-they’re in a horror scenario, but their characters don’t, and this helps prevent the players from using metagame
++they're in a horror scenario, but their characters don't, and this helps prevent the players from using metagame
+ knowledge to keep the PCs out of trouble. Another way to look at it is the characters should act as if they live in a
+-world where horror movies don’t exist, so they don’t know not to do these things.
++world where horror movies don't exist, so they don't know not to do these things.
+
+ As with any GM intrusion, the player can choose to spend 1 XP to refuse a Poor Choices intrusion, but they should
+-consider accepting the intrusion for the sake of the story, and because they’ll need the XP later.
++consider accepting the intrusion for the sake of the story, and because they'll need the XP later.
+
+ POOR CHOICES INTRUSIONS
+
+ The following are examples of GM intrusions to use with the Poor Choices module.
+
+-A character investigates a strange noise on their own. (“It’ll be fine!”)
++A character investigates a strange noise on their own. ("It'll be fine!")
+
+ • Two or more characters sneak off to have sex.
+
+@@ -50806,9 +50806,9 @@
+
+ • A character slips away to urinate out in the woods or a nearby scary building.
+
+-• A character doesn’t care that nearby animals are acting strange (especially if they’re guard dogs).
++• A character doesn't care that nearby animals are acting strange (especially if they're guard dogs).
+
+-• A character doesn’t shoot a dead monster in the head. (“We need to save ammo.”)
++• A character doesn't shoot a dead monster in the head. ("We need to save ammo.")
+
+ • A character runs away into the dark or away from a place that would be a better, safer direction to run.
+
+@@ -50823,28 +50823,28 @@
+ • A character tries to escape by squeezing through a space that no human could reasonably get through quickly, such as a
+ doggie door or a tiny window in a garage door.
+
+-• A character hides the fact that they’ve been bitten by a zombie, have a weird rash like the one they saw on the walls
+-of the alien spaceship, or have been hearing a spooky voice telling them to kill their friends. (“I’ll be okay.”)
++• A character hides the fact that they've been bitten by a zombie, have a weird rash like the one they saw on the walls
++of the alien spaceship, or have been hearing a spooky voice telling them to kill their friends. ("I'll be okay.")
+
+ • A character runs straight down the road to get away from a pursuing vehicle (instead of onto the sidewalk, behind a
+ big tree, or around a tight corner).
+
+ • A prone or supine character crawls away from approaching danger instead of getting up and running.
+
+-• A character doesn’t call the local authorities for help when they hear something dangerous.
++• A character doesn't call the local authorities for help when they hear something dangerous.
+
+ • A character ignores or rationalizes a weird noise.
+
+ • A character jumps into the water—a lake, swimming pool, sacred fountain, and so on.
+
+-• A character goes into the cave, mine shaft, or creepy house. (“I’m just going to look around for a second.”)
++• A character goes into the cave, mine shaft, or creepy house. ("I'm just going to look around for a second.")
+
+-• A character insists on staying behind while everyone else goes on ahead. (“Someone should be here when the sheriff
+-shows up!”)
++• A character insists on staying behind while everyone else goes on ahead. ("Someone should be here when the sheriff
++shows up!")
+
+-• A character doesn’t check the back seat of a car before getting in and starting it.
++• A character doesn't check the back seat of a car before getting in and starting it.
+
+-• A character ignores an obvious creepy clue that there’s something wrong in the house, like a bloody axe, a room full
++• A character ignores an obvious creepy clue that there's something wrong in the house, like a bloody axe, a room full
+ of taxidermy animal heads, or newspaper clippings about recent murders.
+
+ • While being pursued, a character calls for help or otherwise attracts attention (like banging on store windows at
+@@ -50852,18 +50852,18 @@
+
+ • A character tries to pet an unknown lifeform.
+
+-• A character tries to make peaceful contact with an obviously hostile entity. (“It’s as frightened of us as we are of
+-it!”)
++• A character tries to make peaceful contact with an obviously hostile entity. ("It's as frightened of us as we are of
++it!")
+
+ • A character unlocks a door or disables a security system to let a scared stranger into a safe area.
+
+-• A character doesn’t bother to turn on the lights.
++• A character doesn't bother to turn on the lights.
+
+ • A character uses an action taunting their foe.
+
+ • A character follows a trail of blood.
+
+-• A character ignores good advice from a helpful and knowledgeable NPC. (“That old lady was a superstitious kook.”)
++• A character ignores good advice from a helpful and knowledgeable NPC. ("That old lady was a superstitious kook.")
+
+ • A character uses a firearm as a loud, ineffective solution for a simple problem (like shooting a padlock).
+
+@@ -50881,16 +50881,16 @@
+
+ POSSESSION
+
+-Some demons have the ability to possess a living creature, taking over a character’s body as if it were the demon’s own.
+-The demon must touch the character to attempt possession (even if the demon’s touch normally inflicts damage, the
+-possession attempt doesn’t inflict damage). The character must make an Intellect defense roll or become possessed,
+-whereupon the demon’s immaterial form disappears into the character.
++Some demons have the ability to possess a living creature, taking over a character's body as if it were the demon's own.
++The demon must touch the character to attempt possession (even if the demon's touch normally inflicts damage, the
++possession attempt doesn't inflict damage). The character must make an Intellect defense roll or become possessed,
++whereupon the demon's immaterial form disappears into the character.
+
+ The first round in which a character is possessed, they can act normally. In the second and all subsequent rounds, the
+ possessing demon can try to control the actions of the host, but the character can attempt an Intellect defense roll to
+ resist each suggested action. Successful resistance means that the character does nothing for one round. When the demon
+-isn’t trying to control its host, the character can act as they choose. A possessing demon’s actions are limited to
+-controlling its host and leaving the host (the demon can’t use its own abilities while in someone else’s body).
++isn't trying to control its host, the character can act as they choose. A possessing demon's actions are limited to
++controlling its host and leaving the host (the demon can't use its own abilities while in someone else's body).
+
+ While it possesses another creature, the demon is immune to most attacks (though not so the host; killing the host will
+ eject the demon).
+@@ -50906,7 +50906,7 @@
+
+ SECRET TWIST
+
+-It’s common when tensions are high and lives are on the line that humans get paranoid and start to turn on each other,
++It's common when tensions are high and lives are on the line that humans get paranoid and start to turn on each other,
+ interpreting stressed behavior as suspicious and seeing enemies in the eyes of strangers. This is compounded when there
+ is an active threat that can disguise itself as human (like an alien or demon) or take off a mask and pretend to be a
+ fellow prisoner or victim (like a chainsaw killer), only to reveal themselves when the perfect opportunity comes along.
+@@ -50914,9 +50914,9 @@
+
+ To use a secret twist, the GM first needs to decide three things:
+
+-• The secrets they want the PCs to keep from each other. Examples might be “Your character is actually the shapechanging
+-alien that is hunting everyone on the spaceship,” “The chainsaw killer is the identical twin of your character,” or
+-“Another PC ruined your life but they don’t realize who you are.”
++• The secrets they want the PCs to keep from each other. Examples might be "Your character is actually the shapechanging
++alien that is hunting everyone on the spaceship," "The chainsaw killer is the identical twin of your character," or
++"Another PC ruined your life but they don't realize who you are."
+
+ • The best time to reveal the secret to the player involved. This might be something the player learns before the game
+ starts or a revelation during the game. If there are multiple secrets, the players might learn them at different times.
+@@ -50927,7 +50927,7 @@
+ with a GM intrusion) or let the player decide when to reveal it. For example, the GM decides that walking into a dark
+ room with a black light is how all the human PCs realize that one character is really a shapeshifting alien with
+ UV-fluorescing skin, but the GM allows the PC whose family fortune was stolen by another character to bring that up on
+-their own (perhaps when they’re alone with the thief).
++their own (perhaps when they're alone with the thief).
+
+ If revealing the secret to the players is supposed to happen during the game, it would be suspicious if only one player
+ was pulled aside for a conversation about it—the other players would know something unusual was going on. Instead, the
+@@ -50935,16 +50935,16 @@
+ text so that nobody is singled out by having to read a text. Alternatively, the GM can give a physical note to every
+ player (perhaps using the secret twist Special Cards); some of these notes might be secrets and some innocuous, but the
+ fact that everyone gets a note disguises who might be getting a secret twist. By making sure that each note has some
+-kind of value (such as by letting a player trade it in later for an asset or a subtle cypher), players who don’t receive
++kind of value (such as by letting a player trade it in later for an asset or a subtle cypher), players who don't receive
+ a special secret still spend a reasonable amount of time reading the note and keeping it safe.
+
+ If the players are especially skilled at roleplaying, there may be opportunities for multiple secret twists, especially
+-those that change a character’s identity. For example, in a scenario where there are duplicates of the PCs walking
++those that change a character's identity. For example, in a scenario where there are duplicates of the PCs walking
+ around in their city (evil twins, clones, aliens, or the like), the identity of individual characters might switch from
+ the originals to duplicates and back again several times during the game.
+
+ Multiple shifts of identity are probably easier for the GM and players to handle if they take place over several game
+-sessions and each session starts with players knowing exactly who they’re playing. It also helps if the players take
++sessions and each session starts with players knowing exactly who they're playing. It also helps if the players take
+ separate notes about what the original and the duplicate know.
+
+ SHOCK
+@@ -50974,40 +50974,40 @@
+
+ UNEASE
+
+-Horror isn’t always overt monstrosities trying to tear your limbs off or drag your soul into Hell. Sometimes it’s
++Horror isn't always overt monstrosities trying to tear your limbs off or drag your soul into Hell. Sometimes it's
+ something slightly off-putting, a stretching of the norm, an itching behind your eyes, or a sinking feeling in your
+-stomach. You can feel that something is wrong, but you don’t know exactly what, and you’re not sure what to do about it.
+-Your body isn’t sure if it should jump into fight or flight, so you’re anticipating a spike of adrenaline and it’s very
++stomach. You can feel that something is wrong, but you don't know exactly what, and you're not sure what to do about it.
++Your body isn't sure if it should jump into fight or flight, so you're anticipating a spike of adrenaline and it's very
+ distracting.
+
+ With the Unease horror module, whenever a character is in the presence of something disturbing that risks breaking their
+ worldview, all their actions are hindered. Normally this happens whenever the triggering situation is within a short
+ distance of the character, but the range might vary depending on what the PC sees and the nature of the disturbance. For
+-example, a demon the size of a house might cause unease whenever it’s within very long range, but a city-sized alien
+-starship hovering in the sky might affect people whenever they can see it even though it’s a thousand miles away.
++example, a demon the size of a house might cause unease whenever it's within very long range, but a city-sized alien
++starship hovering in the sky might affect people whenever they can see it even though it's a thousand miles away.
+
+ If the GM plans to have an ongoing Unease effect throughout an entire game session (like an alien death fleet), they
+-should consider using physical reminders in the game area so players don’t forget its effects. Over time, the GM might
++should consider using physical reminders in the game area so players don't forget its effects. Over time, the GM might
+ allow characters to become used to these worrying sights, perhaps due to exposure or maybe by purchasing the familiarity
+ as a medium-term benefit.
+
+ Some creatures in the Cypher System already have the ability to make others uncomfortable just by being in the same
+-area, so if they are the only weird creatures the GM plans to use in a horror game, there’s no need for the Unease
++area, so if they are the only weird creatures the GM plans to use in a horror game, there's no need for the Unease
+ module.
+
+ In some ways, Unease is a more limited form of Instant Panic but can also be used in tandem with it.
+
+ OPTIONAL RULES FOR FAIRYTALE
+
+-Fairy tale games have unique opportunities for magic that aren’t found elsewhere— death, curses, blessings, and wishes
++Fairy tale games have unique opportunities for magic that aren't found elsewhere— death, curses, blessings, and wishes
+ are all prevalent in fairy tales and make interesting elements in games. Here are some suggested ways to handle them.
+
+ Death
+
+-You’ve probably noticed that in fairy tales, characters die all the time. Or almost die. Or sleep forever instead of
++You've probably noticed that in fairy tales, characters die all the time. Or almost die. Or sleep forever instead of
+ die. Or die and come back to life. You get the idea.
+
+-Potentially, this will also be true in a fairy tale game. Thankfully, death doesn’t have to be the end of a character’s
++Potentially, this will also be true in a fairy tale game. Thankfully, death doesn't have to be the end of a character's
+ life. There are any number of ways to stop or reverse death, including artifacts, cyphers, and abilities. Additionally,
+ a few NPCs, such as witches or Death themself, may have the power to bring someone back from the dead.
+
+@@ -51029,7 +51029,7 @@
+
+ Curses work slightly differently than regular damage. Curses can have an impact on the game and the game mechanics (a
+ character is turned into a fish or becomes invisible, all of their interactions are hindered, they take ongoing damage,
+-and so on), or they can have more of a roleplaying impact (a character looks much older, they forget the word “apple,”
++and so on), or they can have more of a roleplaying impact (a character looks much older, they forget the word "apple,"
+ their skin turns golden). See the Curse table for a list of example curses.
+
+ Preventing Curses
+@@ -51039,12 +51039,12 @@
+
+ this task, as does having a skill in curses or resisting curses.
+
+-Often, part of a curse’s effects is hindering curse resistance; thus, a character who already has one curse on them will
++Often, part of a curse's effects is hindering curse resistance; thus, a character who already has one curse on them will
+ find defending against a second curse is more difficult (their task is hindered).
+
+ Removing Curses
+
+-Similar to poison and disease, curses aren’t automatically removed when a character makes a regular recovery roll.
++Similar to poison and disease, curses aren't automatically removed when a character makes a regular recovery roll.
+ Instead, they stick around, continuing to affect the PC long after the curse is cast. In order to rid themselves of a
+ curse, the character must take actions to remove it. The actions required depend on the nature and level of the curse.
+
+@@ -51056,12 +51056,12 @@
+
+ In addition to dealing with the original effect of the curse, a cursed character is more likely to have bad things
+ happen to them. There are two ways for the GM to work this into the game: curse intrusions and Curse Mode. Ideally,
+-you’ll want to use both of these, as they each add something unique to the experience of being cursed.
++you'll want to use both of these, as they each add something unique to the experience of being cursed.
+
+ Curse intrusions work like regular GM intrusions, and the cursed character gets XP. However, they only get 1 XP instead
+ of the usual 2, and they must decide whether to keep it or give it to another player. Introduce additional curse
+ intrusions from the Curse Intrusions table when it feels appropriate. This might be anytime the character has a big
+-success, when they’re in a particularly risky position, or when they start to feel like they’ve forgotten about the
++success, when they're in a particularly risky position, or when they start to feel like they've forgotten about the
+ curse.
+
+ Curse Mode. When using this rule, the GM increases the range of numbers that trigger a GM intrusion. As soon as a
+@@ -51079,13 +51079,13 @@
+ • The character starts a new day (or makes their ten-hour recovery roll).
+
+ > • The character actively takes an action to remove the curse (curses like wreaking havoc, which is part of the reason
+-> they’re so hard to get rid of).
++> they're so hard to get rid of).
+
+ • The character attempts to resist an additional curse being cast upon them.
+
+ Once all curses are removed, Curse Mode is no longer in effect.
+
+-While not all regular GM intrusions are necessarily bad for the character, curse intrusions always make the cursed PC’s
++While not all regular GM intrusions are necessarily bad for the character, curse intrusions always make the cursed PC's
+ situation worse.
+
+ Curse Intrusions
+@@ -51097,14 +51097,14 @@
+ | 3 | The character shimmers in and out of view. |
+ | 4 | A deep sense of despair comes over the character. |
+ | 5 | The character feels an overwhelming urge to start dancing. |
+-| 6 | The character’s clothes are suddenly much too large. |
++| 6 | The character's clothes are suddenly much too large. |
+
+ Curse Table
+
+ Roll 1d20 on the Curse table to determine the effect of the curse, or choose one that feels appropriate to the situation
+ and the characters.
+
+-Typically, curses that have simple roleplaying effects (such as the character’s inability to speak their own name) are
++Typically, curses that have simple roleplaying effects (such as the character's inability to speak their own name) are
+ lower-level curses, while those that affect gameplay (such as decreasing recovery roll points) are higher level. Curses
+ that have multiple effects are likely the highest level of all. However, sometimes an incredibly simple curse is still
+ very high level because the caster wants to make it very hard to get rid of.
+@@ -51214,8 +51214,8 @@
+ |-----|--------------------------------------------------------------------|
+ | 1 | Someone randomly gives the character a small gift. |
+ | 2 | When the character speaks, gold coins fall from their mouth. |
+-| 3 | A necessary item, map, or clue falls into the character’s lap. |
+-| 4 | The weather is suddenly in the character’s favor. |
++| 3 | A necessary item, map, or clue falls into the character's lap. |
++| 4 | The weather is suddenly in the character's favor. |
+ | 5 | Someone nearby just happens to have the thing the character needs. |
+ | 6 | A cypher or artifact works even better than expected. |
+
+@@ -51226,7 +51226,7 @@
+ gaining an asset or inexpensive item is level 1, and a wish for an expensive item or for a foe to vanish is level 7.
+
+ In order for a wish to be granted, the character must succeed on an Intellect-related task (usually persuasion or
+-possibly intimidation) equal to the wish’s level. On a failed roll, the wish is either not granted at all or is
++possibly intimidation) equal to the wish's level. On a failed roll, the wish is either not granted at all or is
+ partially granted, depending on the wish and the creature or object that is granting it.
+
+ Even if a wish is granted, the character may not get exactly what they want, especially if the wish is poorly worded,
+@@ -51237,20 +51237,20 @@
+ In fairy tales, characters often have exactly the right mundane piece of equipment
+
+ that they need to bypass a story-related obstacle hidden away in a pocket or a bag. Rather than having the PCs stock up
+-on mundane items like marbles, rope, and breadcrumbs in town, use the I Have That! rule. This means players don’t have
+-to keep exact track of their characters’ mundane equipment; instead, they spend an amount to get an unspecified “Pocket
+-Item” in
++on mundane items like marbles, rope, and breadcrumbs in town, use the I Have That! rule. This means players don't have
++to keep exact track of their characters' mundane equipment; instead, they spend an amount to get an unspecified "Pocket
++Item" in
+
+-that category. Then, when they’re out in the world and realize they could solve a problem with an item, they can just
+-say, “I have that!” and pull it from their pocket. All Pocket Items are one-use only; after using them, the PC marks off
++that category. Then, when they're out in the world and realize they could solve a problem with an item, they can just
++say, "I have that!" and pull it from their pocket. All Pocket Items are one-use only; after using them, the PC marks off
+ one of their Pocket Items for the appropriate price category.
+
+ Most Pocket Items are inexpensive, but moderate and expensive Pocket Items exist, and are likely more useful than their
+ less expensive counterparts.
+
+-The GM has veto power over items that they don’t think you could have found or carried.
++The GM has veto power over items that they don't think you could have found or carried.
+
+-Using the I Have That! rule doesn’t preclude PCs from also purchasing these items directly. For example, if a character
++Using the I Have That! rule doesn't preclude PCs from also purchasing these items directly. For example, if a character
+ who sews wants to buy a thimble and an inexpensive Pocket Item, they can. However, they cannot later turn the thimble
+ into a Pocket Item; it remains a thimble.
+
+@@ -51329,11 +51329,11 @@
+ GM intrusions present fantastic opportunities to imbue fairy tale games with a bit more weirdness, wonder, and whimsy,
+ all while making the game more interesting and surprising for characters.
+
+-There’s a list of example GM intrusions in the Cypher System Rulebook, and any of those would work in a fairy tale game.
+-The GM intrusions included in this section are more specifically designed with fairy tale magic in mind—they’re what
++There's a list of example GM intrusions in the Cypher System Rulebook, and any of those would work in a fairy tale game.
++The GM intrusions included in this section are more specifically designed with fairy tale magic in mind—they're what
+ could happen when magic goes wrong (or extraordinarily right).
+
+-Remember that GM intrusions don’t always mean that something has gone wrong or is bad for the players (unless they are
++Remember that GM intrusions don't always mean that something has gone wrong or is bad for the players (unless they are
+ curse intrusions). A GM intrusion could be the arrival of a good omen, the sudden reversal of a curse, or something that
+ seems bad at first (like falling down a rabbit hole) but leads to something wonderful in the end (a whole new world to
+ explore!).
+@@ -51346,10 +51346,10 @@
+ | d10 | GM Intrusion |
+ |-----|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+ | 1 | A mischievous brownie attempts to steal an object from the characters in the middle of an important conversation or fight. |
+-| 2 | The NPC that the characters are talking to suddenly looks at their watch or the sky, says, “I’m late, I’m late,” and disappears. |
++| 2 | The NPC that the characters are talking to suddenly looks at their watch or the sky, says, "I'm late, I'm late," and disappears. |
+ | 3 | A character speaks and all of their words come out backward. |
+ | 4 | The creature that the PCs are fighting or interacting with splits into two versions of itself. |
+-| 5 | The character that the PCs have been interacting with loses their glamour, and the PCs discover it’s not the person they thought it was. |
++| 5 | The character that the PCs have been interacting with loses their glamour, and the PCs discover it's not the person they thought it was. |
+ | 6 | Death arrives, convinced that one of the characters is someone else. |
+ | 7 | An opponent uses magic to gain hidden knowledge about a PC and uses it to their advantage in a fight or debate. |
+ | 8 | The North Wind has taken a liking to one of the characters and does something to help them succeed in their actions. |
+@@ -51361,7 +51361,7 @@
+ | d10 | GM Intrusion |
+ |-----|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+ | 1 | One or more characters accidentally damage or offend a plant of some type, causing it to retaliate. |
+-| 2 | A wren starts singing at a nearby crossroads, warning that something’s coming. |
++| 2 | A wren starts singing at a nearby crossroads, warning that something's coming. |
+ | 3 | One of the characters trips and falls into a rabbit hole. |
+ | 4 | Someone steals the moon just as the PCs are about to do an important task that requires moonlight. |
+ | 5 | The tree that the characters are sitting under wakes up. Perhaps it is hungry, or maybe it just wants company. |
+@@ -51387,12 +51387,12 @@
+
+
+ | 1 |
+-A magical ability, cypher, or artifact does exactly what it’s supposed to, but also creates a weird side effect that
++ | A magical ability, cypher, or artifact does exactly what it's supposed to, but also creates a weird side effect that
+ affects a nearby friend (or foe). |
+
+
+ | 2 |
+-A piece of equipment whispers lies into the character’s ear, making a convincing argument that their friends are not
++ | A piece of equipment whispers lies into the character's ear, making a convincing argument that their friends are not
+ loyal. |
+
+
+@@ -51402,16 +51402,16 @@
+
+
+ | 4 |
+-A character’s belt turns into a snake and starts tightening around their middle. |
++A character's belt turns into a snake and starts tightening around their middle. |
+
+
+ | 5 |
+-A random object begins to wiggle and crack, as though it’s about
++ | A random object begins to wiggle and crack, as though it's about
+ to hatch. |
+
+
+ | 6 |
+-The character’s weapon or armor begins to yell loudly for help while the PC is trying to sneak or hide. |
++The character's weapon or armor begins to yell loudly for help while the PC is trying to sneak or hide. |
+
+
+ | 7 |
+@@ -51430,7 +51430,7 @@
+
+
+ | 10 |
+-An item in the character’s hand or bag starts to replicate itself over and over. |
++An item in the character's hand or bag starts to replicate itself over and over. |
+
+
+
+@@ -51438,23 +51438,23 @@
+ PLAYER INTRUSIONS
+
+ A player intrusion occurs when a player chooses to alter something in the story, making things easier for a player
+-character. It’s kind of a reverse GM intrusion: instead of the GM giving the player XP and introducing an unexpected
++character. It's kind of a reverse GM intrusion: instead of the GM giving the player XP and introducing an unexpected
+ complication for a character, the player spends 1 XP
+
+ and presents a solution to a problem or complication.
+
+ Once Upon a Time: Someone you played with as a child reappears and helps you in whatever you are doing. They may be
+-alive or dead, but your heart is warmed upon seeing them, for it’s been a long time.
++alive or dead, but your heart is warmed upon seeing them, for it's been a long time.
+
+ As You Wish: You do something that reminds another person or creature in the area of someone they once cared for deeply.
+-They are eager to assist you in whatever you’ve got going on, at least for a few minutes.
++They are eager to assist you in whatever you've got going on, at least for a few minutes.
+
+-Once Upon a Dream: Not long ago, you dreamt of a scenario similar to the one that you find yourself in now. You can’t
+-remember all of the details, but you remember enough to know some of what’s about to take place, and it gives you an
++Once Upon a Dream: Not long ago, you dreamt of a scenario similar to the one that you find yourself in now. You can't
++remember all of the details, but you remember enough to know some of what's about to take place, and it gives you an
+ additional action to prepare something useful.
+
+ Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo: A little sprinkle of magic from your fairy godmother is all you need to achieve a goal, retry a
+-task, or be better at something you’re attempting to do.
++task, or be better at something you're attempting to do.
+
+ Wish Upon a Star: Long ago, you helped part of a dying star return to its rightful place in the sky. It keeps an eye on
+ you and, in a moment when it feels like all hope is lost, it sends a little magic or light to aid you.
+@@ -51462,7 +51462,7 @@
+ Dreams Do Come True: Something you wished for long ago comes true just at this moment. It might be for a broken weapon
+ to be fixed, an ally to appear, or a bit of knowledge or understanding to arrive in your mind.
+
+-What’s Come to Pass: Not long ago, someone forewarned you of the exact scenario that you find yourself in now. You know
++What's Come to Pass: Not long ago, someone forewarned you of the exact scenario that you find yourself in now. You know
+ just what to do to put yourself at an advantage in the situation.
+
+ Think Happy Thoughts: You think of something or someone that brings you great joy, and it imbues your next few actions
+@@ -51474,25 +51474,25 @@
+ Happily Ever After: Through the power of your love for another, you use magic to protect someone you care for. They are
+ able to sidestep an attack that would normally do them grave damage.
+
+-If a player has no XP to spend, they can’t use a player intrusion.
++If a player has no XP to spend, they can't use a player intrusion.
+
+ MINOR AND MAJOR SPECIAL EFFECT OPTIONS
+
+ Any time a PC attempts an action and rolls a natural 19 or 20, they have the option
+
+ of triggering a minor special effect or major special effect, respectively. In fairy tales, almost anything goes, which
+-can be overwhelming to a player trying to decide what their character’s special effect might be. Here are a few special
++can be overwhelming to a player trying to decide what their character's special effect might be. Here are a few special
+ effect options for players to use or be inspired by.
+
+ Minor Effect Suggestions
+
+ • A weapon comes alive at the perfect moment and does a bit more damage to a foe.
+
+-• A fluctuation in magic hinders all of the foe’s tasks for one minute.
++• A fluctuation in magic hinders all of the foe's tasks for one minute.
+
+ • A curse, spell, or ability has additional force behind it, and lasts a round longer than expected.
+
+-• The foe’s magical armor begins to dissipate, decreasing the amount of protection it offers on the next attack.
++• The foe's magical armor begins to dissipate, decreasing the amount of protection it offers on the next attack.
+
+ • A shapeshifting or disguise spell or ability dazzles the target, easing all tasks related to it.
+
+@@ -51504,14 +51504,14 @@
+
+ • A fluctuation in magic prevents a foe from taking their next action.
+
+-• A curse that was cast upon you by the foe you’re attacking is removed.
++• A curse that was cast upon you by the foe you're attacking is removed.
+
+ • A foe surrenders, agreeing to lay down their weapons.
+
+ • A foe accidentally steps on a living plant or dangerous creature while trying to dodge your blow, and it attacks them
+ or holds them fast.
+
+-• A shapeshifting or disguise spell or ability works so well that the foe’s familiar or companion runs off, afraid to
++• A shapeshifting or disguise spell or ability works so well that the foe's familiar or companion runs off, afraid to
+ continue the fight.
+
+ EQUIPMENT
+@@ -51523,9 +51523,9 @@
+
+ CURRENCY
+
+-In most fairy tales, money isn’t precise. Someone might be poor or rich. They might find a bag of gold or a chest full
++In most fairy tales, money isn't precise. Someone might be poor or rich. They might find a bag of gold or a chest full
+ of jewels. They might be the richest man in the town or have nothing but a tired old cow to their name. But typically
+-what they don’t have is “one gold piece” or “thirty farthings” to their name. This means that whatever your fairy tale
++what they don't have is "one gold piece" or "thirty farthings" to their name. This means that whatever your fairy tale
+ setting, you can think in general terms of money instead of keeping meticulous track of every penny, farthing, gold
+ coin, or dollar.
+
+@@ -51542,10 +51542,10 @@
+ SIGNATURE ITEMS
+
+ In fairy tales, clothing, weapons, and other items that a character carries for a long time tend to be very personal and
+-very important. They’re often unique and handcrafted,
++very important. They're often unique and handcrafted,
+
+ they may have names or stories that go with them, and because characters tend to keep them for a long time, they may
+-have undergone repairs or have markings that tell something about the character’s background.
++have undergone repairs or have markings that tell something about the character's background.
+
+ APPAREL AND ARMOR
+
+@@ -51563,23 +51563,23 @@
+
+ Every science fiction setting has an implicit level of advancement, which is the average degree of technological
+ sophistication available to most characters. This sophistication lies along a spectrum, from contemporary, to advanced,
+-all the way to fantastic. Each of these terms specifies a particular “technology rating” (or “tech rating” for short).
++all the way to fantastic. Each of these terms specifies a particular "technology rating" (or "tech rating" for short).
+
+ A tech rating is a handy way of helping you select what equipment your characters can use in chapter 7 and chapter 8,
+-which optional rules you’d like to include from chapter 6, and maybe even help guide your creature choice from chapter
++which optional rules you'd like to include from chapter 6, and maybe even help guide your creature choice from chapter
+ 9.
+
+ On the other hand, you could choose to make all options available, regardless of tech rating. No technology police will
+-cite you if you don’t stick inside a previously declared lane. The setting is your background for telling a compelling
+-story. Does your setting have faster-than-light travel? Great. Unless it’s integral to the story (or fun for you), don’t
+-worry about justifying it if you’ve generally settled on an advanced rating for your hard science fiction game (which
+-doesn’t normally include FTL capability). In fact, the surprising and unexpected are where excitement is usually found
++cite you if you don't stick inside a previously declared lane. The setting is your background for telling a compelling
++story. Does your setting have faster-than-light travel? Great. Unless it's integral to the story (or fun for you), don't
++worry about justifying it if you've generally settled on an advanced rating for your hard science fiction game (which
++doesn't normally include FTL capability). In fact, the surprising and unexpected are where excitement is usually found
+ in a setting; breaking the established rules (for a good reason) often leads to interesting results.
+
+ COSMIC SET PIECES AND OPTIONAL RULES
+
+ This chapter contains a variety of subsystems and set pieces that you can choose to incorporate in your game, depending
+-on the kind of setting you’d like to run. Options here run the gamut from making your science fiction setting more
++on the kind of setting you'd like to run. Options here run the gamut from making your science fiction setting more
+ realistic to making your fantastic games even wilder by introducing rules for posthuman advancement and psionics.
+
+ QUICK DESCRIPTIONS FOR COMMON SCI-FI SITUATIONS
+@@ -51613,7 +51613,7 @@
+ mainstays like faster-than-light travel and time travel. Choosing a hard science fiction setting also means the GM is
+ interested in sprinkling realistic hazards into their game, at least up to a point. After all, the difficulties of
+ real-life space travel offer tremendous breadth when it comes to providing excitement (i.e., life-threatening dangers)
+-that can raise the stakes in an authentic fashion. Not to say that gun battles with space aliens aren’t exciting, but in
++that can raise the stakes in an authentic fashion. Not to say that gun battles with space aliens aren't exciting, but in
+ a hard science fiction setting without aliens, there are all kinds of opportunities for pulse-pounding GM intrusions.
+
+ In fact, that bears repeating: Use GM intrusions to incorporate these harder science fiction repercussions when the
+@@ -51640,32 +51640,32 @@
+ VOID RULES
+
+ The extreme environment in space— hard radiation, lack of air and pressure, wild temperature variations, and lack of
+-gravity—tends to magnify small issues into much more significant ones. While Murphy’s Law (everything that can go wrong
+-will go wrong) is a useful reminder to keep an eye out for trouble even under regular circumstances, Finagle’s Law
++gravity—tends to magnify small issues into much more significant ones. While Murphy's Law (everything that can go wrong
++will go wrong) is a useful reminder to keep an eye out for trouble even under regular circumstances, Finagle's Law
+ reigns in space, which is that anything that can go wrong, will go wrong—at the worst possible moment. To evoke this
+ law, GMs can implement Void Rules.
+
+ The idea is to create a feeling of increased repercussions by changing one die roll mechanic. In the game, activities on
+-a planet’s surface—and within a functioning air-filled spacecraft, habitat, or space suit when everything is going
++a planet's surface—and within a functioning air-filled spacecraft, habitat, or space suit when everything is going
+ well—remain normal. The PCs interact with each other and the NPCs, investigate, research, repair an external sensor
+ module, travel, and so on.
+
+-But that could change the moment something goes wrong—maybe a fault is recognized in the spacecraft’s computer or
+-shipmind. A minor leak is detected in the cargo bay. An enemy spacecraft has fired on and damaged the PC’s spacecraft.
+-The spacecraft’s orbit is deteriorating. Whatever. The point is, the situation has suddenly become complicated. In
+-space, when a situation becomes complicated, it also becomes potentially deadly. That’s when you have the option to
+-announce you’ve instituted Void Rules.
++But that could change the moment something goes wrong—maybe a fault is recognized in the spacecraft's computer or
++shipmind. A minor leak is detected in the cargo bay. An enemy spacecraft has fired on and damaged the PC's spacecraft.
++The spacecraft's orbit is deteriorating. Whatever. The point is, the situation has suddenly become complicated. In
++space, when a situation becomes complicated, it also becomes potentially deadly. That's when you have the option to
++announce you've instituted Void Rules.
+
+ While using Void Rules, GM intrusions governed by die rolls change. Normally this happens only on a roll of 1, but when
+ Void Rules apply, it becomes a roll of 1 or a 2. Void Rules are similar in many ways to Horror Mode, though the threat
+-range doesn’t normally continue to escalate.
++range doesn't normally continue to escalate.
+
+ While Void Rules are in effect, the GM intrusions automatically triggered should play off the situation, influenced as
+ much as possible by the realistic dangers space travel has on the human body and the situation at hand
+
+ Choosing Instead of Rolling: Each GM intrusion is keyed to a die result, usually a d6. The die range is not meant to
+ imply you should always randomly generate a GM intrusion. Instead of rolling, choose the conflict that you think will
+-make the story better and more exciting. The option to roll is really only here if you can’t decide (and are facing
++make the story better and more exciting. The option to roll is really only here if you can't decide (and are facing
+ decision fatigue). Mainly, these GM intrusion tables are provided as a quick way to inspire complications for a given
+ situation.
+
+@@ -51679,9 +51679,9 @@
+
+ | d6 | GM Intrusions (Choose Best Option) |
+ |-----|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+-| 01 | The character notices a crack in their space suit or ship. It’s not breached now, but may soon become a serious problem. |
++| 01 | The character notices a crack in their space suit or ship. It's not breached now, but may soon become a serious problem. |
+ | 02 | A breach in another part of the ship or space station causes automatic safety pressure baffles to close that section off. A character might be caught in that area of the ship, or in an area of a descending baffle, which inflicts serious damage on the character (these things are made to resist obstructions and form a seal). |
+-| 03 | A previously unknown crack in a space suit or ship begins to leak. It doesn’t cause a blow-out, but unless the crack can be repaired or sealed, those affected will eventually be exposed to vacuum. |
++| 03 | A previously unknown crack in a space suit or ship begins to leak. It doesn't cause a blow-out, but unless the crack can be repaired or sealed, those affected will eventually be exposed to vacuum. |
+ | 04 | A catastrophic blow-out exposes the character or characters to vacuum. It may also send them spiraling out into the void, depending on the situation. |
+ | 05 | Vacuum exposure causes the character to projectile vomit, effectively rendering them unable to take an action on their next turn. |
+ | 06 | Vacuum exposure causes the character to go temporarily blind, which is only relieved a few minutes after normal atmosphere is restored. |
+@@ -51689,21 +51689,21 @@
+ SPACE SUITS ARE FALLIBLE
+
+ Even if advanced tech or fantastic tech is available, space suits are susceptible to all kinds of mishaps. Of course,
+-that’s especially true for contemporary tech space suits, which work hard at keeping a constant internal air volume so
+-that a wearer doesn’t have to continually exert themselves to hold the suit in a given position or pre-breathe oxygen at
+-a higher concentration. “Hard-shell” suits manage this with multiple joints and segments that shift on ball bearings,
++that's especially true for contemporary tech space suits, which work hard at keeping a constant internal air volume so
++that a wearer doesn't have to continually exert themselves to hold the suit in a given position or pre-breathe oxygen at
++a higher concentration. "Hard-shell" suits manage this with multiple joints and segments that shift on ball bearings,
+ and by being able to maintain a higher internal pressure than soft suits.
+
+ SPACE SUITS GM INTRUSIONS
+
+ | d6 | GM Intrusions (Choose Best Option) |
+ |-----|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+-| 01 | An ill-fitted suit (or one whose auto-fit function is malfunctioning) unexpectedly hinders the character’s action |
+-| 02 | Mechanical joints in the suit freeze unexpectedly, hindering all the character’s actions (or completely paralyzing the character) until repairs can be made. |
+-| 03 | A stuck valve causes the drinking water bulb to get stuck “on” and water begins filling the helmet. This could blind and/or drown the character if not dealt with |
++| 01 | An ill-fitted suit (or one whose auto-fit function is malfunctioning) unexpectedly hinders the character's action |
++| 02 | Mechanical joints in the suit freeze unexpectedly, hindering all the character's actions (or completely paralyzing the character) until repairs can be made. |
++| 03 | A stuck valve causes the drinking water bulb to get stuck "on" and water begins filling the helmet. This could blind and/or drown the character if not dealt with |
+ | 04 | Space sickness/a tumble/a spin nauseates the character. If they vomit in their helmet, they are blinded until such time as the helmet can be removed and cleaned. |
+-| 05 | An electrical short from an external tool or piece of hardware fries the space suit’s electronics, limiting communication to helmet-tohelmet touch (if in a vacuum where sound doesn’t propagate), use of micro thrusters, and limits air supply to just a quarter of what was previously available. |
+-| 06 | A bloated suit from an overpressure incident hinders all tasks, but is not lethal . . . until the suit won’t quite fit back into the airlock. |
++| 05 | An electrical short from an external tool or piece of hardware fries the space suit's electronics, limiting communication to helmet-tohelmet touch (if in a vacuum where sound doesn't propagate), use of micro thrusters, and limits air supply to just a quarter of what was previously available. |
++| 06 | A bloated suit from an overpressure incident hinders all tasks, but is not lethal . . . until the suit won't quite fit back into the airlock. |
+
+ EFFECTS OF ACCELERATION AND HIGH-G MANEUVERS
+
+@@ -51713,7 +51713,7 @@
+
+ Of course, massive acceleration (or deceleration) is just plain lethal. Someone who jumps off a ten-story building is
+ subject to several hundred Gs when they suddenly stop. Less extreme is still dangerous, because it pulls blood out of
+-pilots’ and passengers’ heads, rendering them unconscious. This can happen at just 4 or 5 Gs without any amelioration,
++pilots' and passengers' heads, rendering them unconscious. This can happen at just 4 or 5 Gs without any amelioration,
+ though contemporary tech allows fighter craft pilots to withstand up to 9 Gs for limited periods. Advanced tech methods,
+ which include acceleration serum, allow characters to survive the kind of Gs a spacecraft might pull for extended trips
+ or during battle, up to a maximum of 15 Gs. Ships have limiters that normally prevent them from thrusting at higher
+@@ -51745,15 +51745,15 @@
+ |-----|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+ | 01 | Space sickness happens to everyone eventually. Nauseated characters are hindered in all tasks and may vomit unexpectedly. |
+ | 02 | A wrist bone, thinner than it should be due to long-term exposure to microgravity, breaks. |
+-| 03 | Upon return to full gravity after a long period in zero G or low G, the character stands up and then passes out. (This “orthostatic intolerance” fades in a few hours.) |
+-| 04 | Vision becomes distorted because the character’s eyes literally take on a new shape in zero G, all vision-related tasks are hindered |
++| 03 | Upon return to full gravity after a long period in zero G or low G, the character stands up and then passes out. (This "orthostatic intolerance" fades in a few hours.) |
++| 04 | Vision becomes distorted because the character's eyes literally take on a new shape in zero G, all vision-related tasks are hindered |
+ | 05 | Despite precautions, sometimes viruses infect a character. The common cold virus is, ridiculously enough, still not preventable in advanced settings, and if anything, has even more severe symptoms for those in microgravity. The character descends one step on the damage track until they get better. |
+ | 06 | The character is diagnosed with cancer. Depending on the tech setting, it is amenable to medical intervention (or at least long-term treatment to keep symptoms controlled), if that intervention comes soon enough. |
+
+ MOVING IN MICROGRAVITY
+
+ Long-term zero G is dangerous, but there are issues associated with moving around in microgravity. Those who have spent
+-at least a little time in microgravity can move as part of a routine action. It’s only when something else distracting
++at least a little time in microgravity can move as part of a routine action. It's only when something else distracting
+ or dangerous is happening simultaneously that routine movements through a ship or station become potentially
+ problematic.
+
+@@ -51770,14 +51770,14 @@
+
+ OPTIONAL RULES: EXTENDED VEHICULAR COMBAT (SPACECRAFT COMBAT)
+
+-When vehicular combat occurs—which happens whenever the PCs are completely enclosed in a vehicle so that it’s not really
++When vehicular combat occurs—which happens whenever the PCs are completely enclosed in a vehicle so that it's not really
+ the characters fighting, but the vehicles— start with the vehicular combat rules described in the Cypher System
+ Rulebook.
+
+-However, if you’d like to provide the PCs with more options designed especially for spacecraft combat, use these
+-optional rules instead, which include a “redline maneuver” system for trying extremely risky spacecraft maneuvers,
++However, if you'd like to provide the PCs with more options designed especially for spacecraft combat, use these
++optional rules instead, which include a "redline maneuver" system for trying extremely risky spacecraft maneuvers,
+ bridge combat options, and more. The base vehicular combat rules have been integrated into these extended rules, so you
+-don’t need to continually cross-reference them to understand how it all works.
++don't need to continually cross-reference them to understand how it all works.
+
+ In extended vehicular combat, PCs on a spacecraft take actions on their turn, just like in a standard Cypher System
+ combat encounter. Use standard initiative rules to determine when PCs take their actions, and when enemy spacecraft take
+@@ -51786,22 +51786,22 @@
+ similar spacecraft operation task on their turn. Alternatively, they might be somewhere else on the ship attempting
+ repairs, fighting off boarders, attempting to open communications in order to negotiate, or taking some other action.
+
+-For their part, enemy spacecraft are likely to fire on the same systems aboard a PCs’ spacecraft as the ones the PCs are
++For their part, enemy spacecraft are likely to fire on the same systems aboard a PCs' spacecraft as the ones the PCs are
+ firing on (weapons, defenses, engines, or even a kill shot). The PC pilot rolls one or more defense rolls. The enemy
+ spacecraft faces the same modifications the PCs face when targeting a particular system (as described hereafter), except
+ those modifications ease or hinder the PC making the defense roll, since NPC craft never roll themselves. And, if an
+-enemy ship manages to disable a system on the PCs’ ship on an attack, PCs can attempt repair tasks to get those systems
++enemy ship manages to disable a system on the PCs' ship on an attack, PCs can attempt repair tasks to get those systems
+ back online on their turns.
+
+ The main difference between spacecraft combat and regular combat is that the difficulty of tasks that the PCs attempt in
+ relation to the enemy craft varies a lot more than in regular combat. In normal combat, a task difficulty is usually
+-equal to the foe’s level. But in spacecraft combat, a task difficulty is equal to a modified task difficulty (beginning
+-with the spacecraft’s level, but moving on from there, as noted hereafter). The modified difficulty always applies to
++equal to the foe's level. But in spacecraft combat, a task difficulty is equal to a modified task difficulty (beginning
++with the spacecraft's level, but moving on from there, as noted hereafter). The modified difficulty always applies to
+ anything characters attempt in regard to the enemy spacecraft, whether a PC fires at an enemy ship, dodges return fire,
+ attempts to scan the enemy spacecraft, attempts to repair damage caused by the enemy spacecraft, and so on.
+
+-It’s actually similar to a normal task. For example, when a PC scans a robot, the task difficulty is usually the robot’s
+-level, but not always. Sometimes the robot’s effective level is modified because of intrinsic skills or systems the
++It's actually similar to a normal task. For example, when a PC scans a robot, the task difficulty is usually the robot's
++level, but not always. Sometimes the robot's effective level is modified because of intrinsic skills or systems the
+ robot possesses, or because of something it does making it harder (or easier) for it to be scanned. In the case of
+ spacecraft combat, modification is pretty much a given, and is even more variable. So variable, in fact, that a space
+ combat status tracker has been provided. to turn potentially confusing conflicts into something as easy as looking at a
+@@ -51812,18 +51812,18 @@
+ BASE COMBAT TASK MODIFIERS
+
+ The following modifiers change the effective level of the enemy of the spacecraft for a given task by hindering or
+-easing a PC’s roll. Track each change in effective level on the space combat status tracker
++easing a PC's roll. Track each change in effective level on the space combat status tracker
+
+ SPACECRAFT LEVEL DIFFERENCE
+
+-Compare the levels of the spacecraft involved in the conflict. If the PCs’ vehicle has the higher level, the difference
+-in levels becomes a reduction in the difficulty of attack and defense rolls PCs might make. If the PCs’ vehicle has the
++Compare the levels of the spacecraft involved in the conflict. If the PCs' vehicle has the higher level, the difference
++in levels becomes a reduction in the difficulty of attack and defense rolls PCs might make. If the PCs' vehicle has the
+ lower level, the difference is an increase in difficulty by the same amount. If the levels are the same, there is no
+ modification.
+
+ MISMATCHED TECH RATING
+
+-It’s possible that vehicles from different tech ratings will fight each other at some point, or become caught up in a
++It's possible that vehicles from different tech ratings will fight each other at some point, or become caught up in a
+ larger multi-vehicle fight. When they do, each step difference in tech rating between two opposed vehicles increases the
+ effective level of the higher-rated vehicle by two steps.
+
+@@ -51839,21 +51839,21 @@
+
+ REDLINE MANEUVER
+
+-When someone with access to spacecraft controls attempts a particularly audacious and risky maneuver, it’s a “redline”
++When someone with access to spacecraft controls attempts a particularly audacious and risky maneuver, it's a "redline"
+ maneuver. Essentially, declaring a redline maneuver eases one task a PC attempts in a spacecraft under duress, but comes
+ with a concomitant risk.
+
+ To make a redline maneuver, a character spends 1 XP as a free action. In doing so, they unlock the option for all the
+ PCs to attempt to redline for rest of the combat. To redline, a PC describes the dangerous thing they want to attempt,
+ then takes that action. Mechanically, the PC eases the particular task they are attempting (which might just be to fire
+-at the enemy craft’s weapons), but increases the GM intrusion range by two points.
++at the enemy craft's weapons), but increases the GM intrusion range by two points.
+
+ A character who redlines could opt to increase their gamble by easing a task by two steps or even more; however, each
+ step increases the GM intrusion range by another two points that round.
+
+-Redline maneuvers are also available in desperate non-combat situations aboard a spacecraft. For example, Tammie’s ship
+-is caught in a decaying orbit over Venus, and the ship doesn’t have enough power left to break out. She tells the GM
+-that she’s going to try an extremely risky maneuver that involves igniting ALL the remaining power at once, hoping that
++Redline maneuvers are also available in desperate non-combat situations aboard a spacecraft. For example, Tammie's ship
++is caught in a decaying orbit over Venus, and the ship doesn't have enough power left to break out. She tells the GM
++that she's going to try an extremely risky maneuver that involves igniting ALL the remaining power at once, hoping that
+ the explosive thrust will succeed in blowing the craft into a higher orbit. Because things are desperate, she commits to
+ easing the task by two steps after paying 1 XP. This easing (plus any skill, application of Effort, and so on) gives her
+ a pretty decent chance of succeeding, except the GM intrusion range is now 1–5.
+@@ -51861,7 +51861,7 @@
+ If a GM intrusion is triggered, something goes wrong. Remember that success might still be possible if the roll was high
+ enough, but still falls within the increased GM intrusion range.
+
+-If you’re looking for inspiration for appropriate GM intrusions when a redlining PC triggers one, refer to suggested GM
++If you're looking for inspiration for appropriate GM intrusions when a redlining PC triggers one, refer to suggested GM
+ intrusions presented under Bridge Combat hereafter, each associated with a particular ship system that a character is
+ probably crewing.
+
+@@ -51871,12 +51871,12 @@
+ Multiple Redline Maneuvers: Only one PC needs to spend 1 XP to unlock redline maneuvers for themselves and for any other
+ PCs aboard the same spacecraft for the duration of a single encounter. Multiple redline attempts during the same round
+ by two or more PCs additively increase the GM intrusion range for that round. So, a PC attempting to redline who takes
+-their turn after previous redline attempts that round faces a GM intrusion range that’s already inflated, and which will
+-inflate more when they redline. (PCs who do not redline during a particular round don’t have to worry about the
++their turn after previous redline attempts that round faces a GM intrusion range that's already inflated, and which will
++inflate more when they redline. (PCs who do not redline during a particular round don't have to worry about the
+ increasing GM intrusion range for their action.)
+
+ Thus, while PCs do not need to pre-announce their intention to redline at the beginning of each round, coordinating
+-wouldn’t be a bad idea. Whichever PC redlines last in a round where redline maneuvers were already attempted could face
++wouldn't be a bad idea. Whichever PC redlines last in a round where redline maneuvers were already attempted could face
+ a fairly significant GM intrusion range.
+
+ If Void Rules are also being used and have triggered, redline maneuvers are even more dangerous.
+@@ -51946,9 +51946,9 @@
+ Refer to PC Piloting System Options. If the PC triggers a GM intrusion, the following table provides options to choose
+ from.
+
+-A successful piloting defense task is not always a miss: A failed enemy attack doesn’t always mean it misses a
+-character’s craft. The PC’s spacecraft might rock and reel from the hit, but the bulk of the damage was absorbed by the
+-hull or shields, so there’s no significant damage.
++A successful piloting defense task is not always a miss: A failed enemy attack doesn't always mean it misses a
++character's craft. The PC's spacecraft might rock and reel from the hit, but the bulk of the damage was absorbed by the
++hull or shields, so there's no significant damage.
+
+ PILOTING SYSTEM GM INTRUSIONS
+
+@@ -51983,9 +51983,9 @@
+
+ OPTIONAL: COMMAND
+
+-Ships with a captain may have a Command station, possibly a captain’s chair, though the captain might just crew one of
+-the other stations. Sometimes those with captain’s privileges also have the Captain’s Calm special ability. Normally, a
+-captain commanding someone else to do something can’t redline; it would be up to the person who received the command
++Ships with a captain may have a Command station, possibly a captain's chair, though the captain might just crew one of
++the other stations. Sometimes those with captain's privileges also have the Captain's Calm special ability. Normally, a
++captain commanding someone else to do something can't redline; it would be up to the person who received the command
+ whether to try to redline or not, and to face any GM intrusion consequences.
+
+ BRIDGE COMBAT AT THE TABLE
+@@ -52000,7 +52000,7 @@
+ the basics.
+
+ Deploy space combat status tracker: Also make a copy of the one-page space combat status tracker and set it on the table
+-so everyone can see. It’ll make a huge difference in how your space combat plays out. The status tracker allows you (and
++so everyone can see. It'll make a huge difference in how your space combat plays out. The status tracker allows you (and
+ the players) to easily mark the difficulty of current space combat task a PC is attempting, without having to hold all
+ the easing and hindering in your heads, or having to write them out each time.
+
+@@ -52013,25 +52013,25 @@
+ At the end of each full round, reset all the markers on the tracker to their base state, unless some effect causes a
+ modification that lasts longer than a round. Be sure to reset the GM intrusion marker, too.
+
+-Roll initiative: Begin the combat, with the enemy spacecraft of your choice taking on the PCs’ ship. Decide whether the
+-enemy spacecraft are already in weapon range (it’s your call, we’re not tracking that here), and if not, how soon they
++Roll initiative: Begin the combat, with the enemy spacecraft of your choice taking on the PCs' ship. Decide whether the
++enemy spacecraft are already in weapon range (it's your call, we're not tracking that here), and if not, how soon they
+ will be close enough to begin attacking, and let the combat flow
+
+ VEHICLES FIGHTING CREATURES
+
+ Spacecraft vs. Colossal Creatures: If a creature is as capable as a spacecraft, treat it that way when it comes to
+-vehicular combat. Instead of adjusting for mismatched tech rating, treat the creature’s effective level as if three
+-levels less than its actual level. Extrapolate “weapon systems” to the creature’s attack methods, defenses to its weird
+-organic plating, and so on. Killing such a creature means taking out its “power core or other vital spot.”
++vehicular combat. Instead of adjusting for mismatched tech rating, treat the creature's effective level as if three
++levels less than its actual level. Extrapolate "weapon systems" to the creature's attack methods, defenses to its weird
++organic plating, and so on. Killing such a creature means taking out its "power core or other vital spot."
+
+ Spacecraft vs. Regular Creatures: If a vehicle weapon system fires on an unprotected PC (or a PC in a spacecraft fires
+-ship weapons on a creature outside the craft that isn’t colossal), it’s an entirely different situation. Attacks against
+-a vehicle’s systems face all the previously mentioned modifiers. On top of that, add an additional five steps of
++ship weapons on a creature outside the craft that isn't colossal), it's an entirely different situation. Attacks against
++a vehicle's systems face all the previously mentioned modifiers. On top of that, add an additional five steps of
+ hindrance to attacks by a regular creature against a starcraft.
+
+-A PC defending from a spacecraft’s attack is hindered by five steps. Except in this case, the spacecraft inflicts
++A PC defending from a spacecraft's attack is hindered by five steps. Except in this case, the spacecraft inflicts
+ damage. Given that ship weapons compared to handheld weapons are an order of magnitude apart when it comes to power, a
+-good rule of thumb is that a spacecraft’s weapon inflicts 25 points of damage on a successful hit and knocks the
++good rule of thumb is that a spacecraft's weapon inflicts 25 points of damage on a successful hit and knocks the
+ character one step down the damage track. Even if the character succeeds on their defense roll, they still take 5 points
+ of damage.
+
+@@ -52041,13 +52041,13 @@
+
+ | Targeting Task | Hindrance | Effect on Target Craft |
+ |----------------------------------|-------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+-| Disable weapons | Two steps | One or more of the target’s weapons disabled |
++| Disable weapons | Two steps | One or more of the target's weapons disabled |
+ | Disable defenses (if applicable) | Two steps | Attacks against the target are eased |
+ | Disable engine/drive | Three steps | Target cannot move, or movement is hampered |
+ | Disable maneuverability | Two steps | Target cannot alter its present course |
+ | Strike power core or vital spot | Five steps | Target is completely destroyed |
+ | Attempt target lock | – | Spend one round aiming, the next attack is eased |
+-| Coordinate fire | – | If PC’s ship has second weapon system, coordinate fire with it, providing that system an asset this round. (This weapon doesn’t make a separate attack) |
++| Coordinate fire | – | If PC's ship has second weapon system, coordinate fire with it, providing that system an asset this round. (This weapon doesn't make a separate attack) |
+ | Redline attack | – | Overcharge weapons, ricochet shot, or some other risky gamble |
+
+ PC PILOTING SYSTEM OPTIONS
+@@ -52059,8 +52059,8 @@
+ | Evasive maneuvers | One step | Defenses eased three steps, but attacks this round hindered by the same amount |
+ | Increase separation | One step | Defenses eased one step, attacks hindered by one step, but creates chance to lose enemy aircraft (see below) |
+ | Decrease separation | – | Negates chance of losing enemy craft this round |
+-| Stealth approach | Three steps | So long as no attack is made, pilot’s craft can ‘snug’ up to much larger enemy craft and hide from its sensors |
+-| Lose enemy craft | Four steps | If separation is first increased as a separate task (or maneuverability is disabled), target craft loses track of pilot’s craft behind a moon, in a debris belt, etc |
++| Stealth approach | Three steps | So long as no attack is made, pilot's craft can 'snug' up to much larger enemy craft and hide from its sensors |
++| Lose enemy craft | Four steps | If separation is first increased as a separate task (or maneuverability is disabled), target craft loses track of pilot's craft behind a moon, in a debris belt, etc |
+ | Study enemy flying | – | Spend one round watching enemy tactics, the next piloting task is eased |
+ | Fly in formation | – | If another allied ship is part of the combat, coordinate with it, providing that ship an asset in its next piloting task |
+ | Redline maneuver | – | Spinning, flying through a dangerous region, or some other gamble |
+@@ -52069,7 +52069,7 @@
+
+ All tasks are also modified by any relevant PC skills (or inabilities) and Effort, as usual.
+
+-| Science and Engineering Task | Hindrance | Effect on Target Craft (or on PC’s craft) |
++| Science and Engineering Task | Hindrance | Effect on Target Craft (or on PC's craft) |
+ |------------------------------|-----------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+ | Scan | – | Gain basic information, such as whether other ships are in the area, if such ships are in yet within combat range, if reinforcements might be in the offing, and so on |
+ | Tactical scane | One step | Learn the level of identified enemy spacecraft |
+@@ -52092,7 +52092,7 @@
+ LATENT PSIONICS
+
+ Under the latent psionics rule, any character, no matter their role or type, can unlock a psionic ability (either
+-purposefully, or accidentally), as a long-term benefit (see “first psi ability” hereafter). After they unlock one
++purposefully, or accidentally), as a long-term benefit (see "first psi ability" hereafter). After they unlock one
+ psionic ability, they may unlock more later if they wish (or if their ability seeks to reveal itself), or just try to
+ stick with the one.
+
+@@ -52102,8 +52102,8 @@
+ how the character unlocked it.
+
+ Next, choose one low-tier ability from Chapter 9: Abilities in the Cypher System Rulebook. If the GM agrees it is
+-appropriate, the character gains that ability as their psionic ability, with a few caveats. The ability can’t be used
+-like a normal ability gained through a PC’s type or focus. Instead, a character must either expend a recovery roll or
++appropriate, the character gains that ability as their psionic ability, with a few caveats. The ability can't be used
++like a normal ability gained through a PC's type or focus. Instead, a character must either expend a recovery roll or
+ spend many minutes or longer evoking the psionic ability before it takes effect, in addition to paying its Pool cost (if
+ any).
+
+@@ -52118,7 +52118,7 @@
+ MORE PSI ABILITIES
+
+ Once a character has unlocked at least one psionic ability, they can opt to unlock additional abilities later. Each
+-time, they must spend an additional 3 XP and work with the GM to come up with an in-game story of how the character’s
++time, they must spend an additional 3 XP and work with the GM to come up with an in-game story of how the character's
+ mental development has progressed.
+
+ Two additional rules for learning additional psionic abilities apply: First, a character must be at least tier 3 and
+@@ -52131,7 +52131,7 @@
+ Characters with explicitly psionic foci like Commands Mental Powers, Focuses Mind over Matter, Separates Mind from Body,
+ and possibly others—as well types like Psion and Psychic Knight—are also considered to be psionic characters, and
+ moreover, specialized ones. Their psionic abilities— provided by their type or focus—are used simply by paying their
+-Pool costs. Extra time or physical effort isn’t required to manifest them. That’s because they’ve trained to use those
++Pool costs. Extra time or physical effort isn't required to manifest them. That's because they've trained to use those
+ abilities, rather than having stumbled upon them accidentally like a latent character.
+
+ Specialized characters can use the optional latency rule to further expand their psionic potential, unlocking it just
+@@ -52139,8 +52139,8 @@
+
+ Optionally, specialized characters who have a psionic type and/or focus gain one additional benefit if they also opt for
+ latent abilities. Given that they are already adept at unlocking abilities and using them as quickly and easily as
+-another character might shoot a laser pistol, they’ve got some flexibility. Such a PC can replace up to three abilities
+-granted by their type and/or focus with three other psionic abilities they’ve unlocked as a latent ability of the same
++another character might shoot a laser pistol, they've got some flexibility. Such a PC can replace up to three abilities
++granted by their type and/or focus with three other psionic abilities they've unlocked as a latent ability of the same
+ tier. To do so, they must spend at least one uninterrupted hour in meditation. Usually, this is something that requires
+ a fresh mind, and must be done soon after a ten-hour recovery.
+
+@@ -52162,12 +52162,12 @@
+ INTRODUCING UPGRADES TO YOUR SETTING
+
+ You have a few options for adding posthuman upgrades to your setting. Characters might gain an initial upgrade for
+-“free,” mechanically speaking. After that, you might decide that that’s enough and they’re done.
++"free," mechanically speaking. After that, you might decide that that's enough and they're done.
+
+ Or, you could allow further upgrades, each requiring them to expend 4 XP and serving as an Other Option requirement for
+ advancing their character. In this case, consider expanding the number of steps required for advancing a tier from four
+ to five. (Obtaining additional posthuman upgrades reflects characters accessing latent abilities already present inside
+-them, or going back to whatever source granted the upgrades in the first place, if that’s something you want to allow.)
++them, or going back to whatever source granted the upgrades in the first place, if that's something you want to allow.)
+
+ Immediate Posthuman Upgrades: As part of character creation, PCs are given the options presented hereafter because the
+ setting demands it. Narrative options include (but are not limited to):
+@@ -52192,11 +52192,11 @@
+ • PCs are kidnapped by aliens or conglomerate operatives, and upgraded—with some command-andcontrol circuits also
+ installed—to serve some specific purpose.
+
+- • PCs learn a “new science,” allowing them to tap cosmic energies other creatures are unaware of.
++ • PCs learn a "new science," allowing them to tap cosmic energies other creatures are unaware of.
+
+ POSTHUMAN PACKAGES
+
+-Posthuman “packages” that PCs might enjoy include the following. You should decide which are available, and which ones
++Posthuman "packages" that PCs might enjoy include the following. You should decide which are available, and which ones
+ your PCs gain.
+
+ Spaceborn: You are not adversely affected by long-term microgravity or high-radiation conditions common in space. In
+@@ -52212,7 +52212,7 @@
+ hour. You have an asset to all tasks performed in water. Add +1 to your Speed Edge. Enabler.
+
+ Expanded Consciousness: Only one of your brain hemispheres sleeps at a time, so you are always awake and aware. In
+-addition, you have a magnetoreception sixth sense that allows you to “see” into objects and through doors up to a short
++addition, you have a magnetoreception sixth sense that allows you to "see" into objects and through doors up to a short
+ distance. Your initiative and perception tasks are eased. You can forge a connection with electronic equipment you
+ touch, allowing you to attempt to communicate, analyze, or even hack the device. Enabler.
+
+@@ -52223,9 +52223,9 @@
+
+ A character may also gain posthuman abilities by way of power shifts, as described in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+-Under this rule, posthuman characters begin with two power shifts. They can “unlock” one more each time they expend 4 XP
+-toward advancing their character. Power shifts are like permanent levels of Effort that are always active. They don’t
+-count toward a character’s maximum Effort use (nor do they count as skills or assets). They simply ease tasks that fall
++Under this rule, posthuman characters begin with two power shifts. They can "unlock" one more each time they expend 4 XP
++toward advancing their character. Power shifts are like permanent levels of Effort that are always active. They don't
++count toward a character's maximum Effort use (nor do they count as skills or assets). They simply ease tasks that fall
+ into specific categories, which include (but are not necessarily limited to):
+
+ > Accuracy: All attack rolls
+@@ -52279,9 +52279,9 @@
+ GRAVITY WELL
+
+ All bodies in space produce a gravitational field, though usually only things the size of a small moon or larger pose a
+-hazard to unprepared (and sometimes even to prepared) spacecraft. The larger the body, the “deeper” and wider the
++hazard to unprepared (and sometimes even to prepared) spacecraft. The larger the body, the "deeper" and wider the
+ associated gravity field. Any time a spacecraft launches from a moon or planet, it must escape the gravity well. For RPG
+-purposes, that’s either a routine task, or a low-difficulty one (assuming no complicating factors are at play).
++purposes, that's either a routine task, or a low-difficulty one (assuming no complicating factors are at play).
+
+ Gravity wells become a hazard when a spacecraft encounters one unexpectedly— usually because of a navigational or sensor
+ error, but occasionally because of a moon or extreme gravity source being someplace unforeseen.
+@@ -52289,19 +52289,19 @@
+ Slingshot Trajectory: An unexpected encounter with a gravity well can sling a spacecraft off on a new and unwanted
+ trajectory on a failed piloting task, the difficulty determined by the situation.
+
+-Captured: An unexpected encounter with a gravity well can also capture a spacecraft in the gravity well’s orbit, forcing
++Captured: An unexpected encounter with a gravity well can also capture a spacecraft in the gravity well's orbit, forcing
+ the craft to expend additional power to get free (power it may or may not have)
+
+ BLACK HOLE
+
+ Black holes are just extreme gravity wells. All the dangers associated with a gravity well also apply to black holes. A
+-couple of additional hazards are also associated with black holes, notably tidal destruction (“spaghettification”), time
++couple of additional hazards are also associated with black holes, notably tidal destruction ("spaghettification"), time
+ dilation, and being swallowed.
+
+-Tidal Desctruction: Mechanically speaking, while a spacecraft feels tidal forces by passing too close to a black hole’s
++Tidal Desctruction: Mechanically speaking, while a spacecraft feels tidal forces by passing too close to a black hole's
+ event horizon, all tasks aboard the craft are hindered, Void Rules are in effect, and if a GM intrusion is triggered
+ thereby, the ship sustains major damage and risks coming apart. Meanwhile, PCs in the ship (assuming some sort of
+-fantastic tech-rated gravity nullifier isn’t in use) suffer 1 point of ambient damage each round.
++fantastic tech-rated gravity nullifier isn't in use) suffer 1 point of ambient damage each round.
+
+ A ship near a very large black hole (like Sagittarius A\*, the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way
+ Galaxy) can avoid tidal effects because the gravity gradient is so much wider, but still feel relativistic time
+@@ -52313,7 +52313,7 @@
+
+ Past the Event Horizon: The event horizon is the point of no return, where not even light can escape the clutch of
+ gravity. If a spacecraft falls into a black hole, assuming it is not spaghettified by tidal forces, it is still lost
+-from the universe of its origin. At least, it’s lost assuming no intervention from a fantastic tech-rated
++from the universe of its origin. At least, it's lost assuming no intervention from a fantastic tech-rated
+ post-singularity AI or ancient ultra.
+
+ RADIATION BELT/SOLAR FLARE
+@@ -52334,7 +52334,7 @@
+
+ Movies often depict asteroid belts as densely packed fields of tumbling rock that ships must constantly swerve through
+ to avoid a collision. Such locations are not easy to find in the solar system. But such situations can occur in
+-fantastic settings, or possibly in solar systems other than Earth’s.
++fantastic settings, or possibly in solar systems other than Earth's.
+
+ Evasive Ateroid Piloting: During any round a spacecraft moves through a densely packed asteroid or debris field, the
+ pilot (or shipmind) must succeed on a piloting task, whose difficulty is set by the situation. On a failed roll, a
+@@ -52344,15 +52344,15 @@
+
+ Finding Shelter: The best way to find shelter in order to effect repairs, or hide from pursuers, is to try to find an
+ asteroid or piece of debris large enough for the spacecraft to land on or find a crevice to slide into. To land a
+-spacecraft on an asteroid or big piece of debris is a challenging (difficulty 5) piloting task to match the asteroid’s
++spacecraft on an asteroid or big piece of debris is a challenging (difficulty 5) piloting task to match the asteroid's
+ spin, then slide into the cramped space.
+
+ SHIP COLLISION DAMAGE TRACK
+
+ | Number of Collisions | Effect |
+ |----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+-| 1-3 | One or more of the spacecraft’s weapons are disabled until repaired |
+-| 4-6 | Spacecraft’s drive is hampered; all piloting tasks are hindered until repaired; crew takes 2 points of damage |
++| 1-3 | One or more of the spacecraft's weapons are disabled until repaired |
++| 4-6 | Spacecraft's drive is hampered; all piloting tasks are hindered until repaired; crew takes 2 points of damage |
+ | 7 | Spacecraft suffers a blow-out into vacuum in one of its compartments; affected crew must succeed on difficulty 5 tasks to hold on and face vacuum exposure |
+ | 8 | Spacecraft suffers general life support failure; all crew not in suits face vacuum exposure |
+ | 9 | Spacecraft cannot alter its present course; all piloting tasks fail until drive repaired; crew takes 4 points of damage |
+@@ -52376,9 +52376,9 @@
+ completely unrecognized part of space, dropping out at the right place but months or years late, or failing to drop out
+ at all and thus continue to move through the abnormal spaces that FTL transit posits.
+
+-Alternatively, enemy ships—or creatures—might use some sort of fantastic technology to attack a PC’s craft while in FTL
++Alternatively, enemy ships—or creatures—might use some sort of fantastic technology to attack a PC's craft while in FTL
+ transit, which might force the craft back into normal space, or result in a firefight in the abnormal folded space of
+-FTL itself (probably even more dangerous than regular combat, depending on your setting’s version of FTL).
++FTL itself (probably even more dangerous than regular combat, depending on your setting's version of FTL).
+
+ Exiting FTL: The same sorts of complications could bedevil a craft exiting FTL as when entering. If so, a piloting roll
+ is required. However, on a failed roll, results include a collision (use the Ship Collision Damage Track provided under
+@@ -52388,13 +52388,13 @@
+
+ SPATIAL ANOMALY
+
+-Finally, hard-to-categorize irregularities in space-time go by the broad term of “spatial anomaly.” Most of the time,
++Finally, hard-to-categorize irregularities in space-time go by the broad term of "spatial anomaly." Most of the time,
+ spatial anomalies are hazards found in fantastically-themed settings, but not always. Because these things are
+ anomalous, no one set of guidelines can fit them all. That said, spatial anomalies are usually a side-effect of some
+ other factor at play, such as a hidden black hole, a dimensional rift, or the distortion field surrounding a range of
+ post-singularity AIsestivating in the gravity wall of a magnetar.
+
+-Generally speaking, spatial anomalies are a few light-seconds up to a few light-years across. It’s difficult for
++Generally speaking, spatial anomalies are a few light-seconds up to a few light-years across. It's difficult for
+ spacecraft to navigate within spatial anomalies, and they face many challenges if they attempt to (or are forced to) do
+ so
+
+@@ -52409,7 +52409,7 @@
+ focused on very narrow tasks, such as playing chess.
+
+ Weak AI Use: Weak AIs are used in real life already, and thus are presumed to be part of settings where contemporary
+-tech predominates. They are convenient in circumstances where one’s hands are full or otherwise engaged, when verbal
++tech predominates. They are convenient in circumstances where one's hands are full or otherwise engaged, when verbal
+ direction allows one to turn on a light, open a door, adjust the temperature, and so on. Machine learning may allow a
+ weak AI to extend its capabilities in a very limited regime. But a weak AI is not cognizant enough to provide an asset
+ to performing tasks any better.
+@@ -52418,14 +52418,14 @@
+
+ SIM AI
+
+-Sim AIs (“sim” is short for “simulant”) are artificial intelligences that have a greatly increased capacity for
++Sim AIs ("sim" is short for "simulant") are artificial intelligences that have a greatly increased capacity for
+ understanding direction, putting together unlike sets of data, and coming to conclusions; however, they are not
+ conscious, like strong AIs or humans.
+
+ SIM AI Use: Sim AIs are most commonly associated with shipminds on spacecraft, though they may also control specific
+ research complexes, bases, and other kinds of vehicles and structures. A sim AI provides all the utility of a weak AI
+ (and more), and actually acts like an NPC, an allied one if the AI is the shipmind in a craft that the PCs own. If a sim
+-AI goes off the rails, it’s still just malfunctioning computer code. Usually.
++AI goes off the rails, it's still just malfunctioning computer code. Usually.
+
+ Sim AI: level equal to the ship, station, or installation in which it is installed
+
+@@ -52447,16 +52447,16 @@
+ Post-singularity AIs are intelligences who designed a second-generation, better version of themselves. The second
+ generation immediately designed an even more advanced third generation, and so on from there. This iterating
+ self-improvement process occurs so rapidly that the resulting explosion of intelligence and unknown capability is called
+-the singularity. It’s called that because humans are just too limited to “see” what would actually come out the other
+-end, just like we can’t see past the event horizon and into the singularity of a black hole
++the singularity. It's called that because humans are just too limited to "see" what would actually come out the other
++end, just like we can't see past the event horizon and into the singularity of a black hole
+
+-Note that ancient ultras may simply be a previous civilization’s post-singularity AIs that have little to no reason to
++Note that ancient ultras may simply be a previous civilization's post-singularity AIs that have little to no reason to
+ ever interact with the latest wave of sentience trickling out into the universe.
+
+ Post-singularity AI Use: In the way that strong AIs are sometimes imagined as having inscrutable goals, post-singularity
+ AIs (also called godminds) actually do. Though it could work out otherwise in a given setting, godminds have so little
+ in common with humans that they may be seen to abandon them completely in order to grow to the size of a solar system (a
+-“Matrioshka” brain), colonize a distant nebula, or encode themselves into quantum strings of existence itself.
++"Matrioshka" brain), colonize a distant nebula, or encode themselves into quantum strings of existence itself.
+ Interacting with such godminds would likely require some epic bit of ancient command code, the ability to gain the
+ attention of a godmind, or some other not-especially-common situation. In such cases, a post-singularity AI might deign
+ to help a petitioner, out of some remaining gratitude for creating its distant ancestors in the first place. Though such
+@@ -52469,7 +52469,7 @@
+ Ancient ultras (also called alien ultras) is shorthand for the concept that one (or more) unbelievably advanced races of
+ aliens once inhabited the galaxy but are now apparently long gone—save for evidence of their existence in residual
+ structures and artifacts. These remaining structures and artifacts are often vast in size and incomprehensible in
+-function, usually made of unknown materials that people of the setting don’t recognize and can’t analyze.
++function, usually made of unknown materials that people of the setting don't recognize and can't analyze.
+
+ Activity Level of Ultras: Different settings can make use of ancient ultras in different ways, including not having any
+ at all.
+@@ -52486,19 +52486,19 @@
+
+ OPTIONAL RULES FOR VEHICLES & SPACECRAFT
+
+-Vehicle: Technically speaking, spacecraft are also vehicles. Unless it’s important to make a distinction, assume all
+-guidance here regarding “vehicles” also applies to spacecraft.
++Vehicle: Technically speaking, spacecraft are also vehicles. Unless it's important to make a distinction, assume all
++guidance here regarding "vehicles" also applies to spacecraft.
+
+ Spacecraft (and Starship): When it is important to make a distinction from a simple vehicle restricted to the land, sea,
+-or air of a single planet, the term “spacecraft” is used for vehicles that travel beyond a single planet’s atmosphere.
++or air of a single planet, the term "spacecraft" is used for vehicles that travel beyond a single planet's atmosphere.
+ Some spacecraft can operate both in space and as planetary vehicles, as noted in their entries. Additionally, a
+ spacecraft that has FTL capability (as opposed to only interplanetary capability within a single solar system) is
+ referred to as a starship.
+
+ VARIABLE COST BY TECH RATING
+
+-Vehicle costs assume the setting is predominantly of the same tech rating as the vehicle’s tech rating. However, the
+-price might drop by a price category if the setting tech rating is predominantly greater than the vehicle’s rating.
++Vehicle costs assume the setting is predominantly of the same tech rating as the vehicle's tech rating. However, the
++price might drop by a price category if the setting tech rating is predominantly greater than the vehicle's rating.
+
+ CONTEMPORARY STYLING IN ADVANCED OR FANTASTIC SETTINGS
+
+@@ -52509,7 +52509,7 @@
+
+ PRICELESS PRICE CATEGORY
+
+-A priceless item is something that even the very rich can’t afford, requiring the resources of a nation-state, or
++A priceless item is something that even the very rich can't afford, requiring the resources of a nation-state, or
+ similar entity appropriate to the setting, to acquire or build.
+
+ FIGHTING IN A VEHICLE
+@@ -52517,7 +52517,7 @@
+ If PCs are involved in combat in which they are only partly or lightly enclosed (or not at all enclosed, as in the case
+ of most cycles, boards, and similar conveyances), use normal rules of combat, as modified by vehicular movement.
+ However, if PCs are involved in a combat where they are completely enclosed in a vehicle with no possibility of openness
+-to the environment through which they can fire weapons (so that it’s not really the characters fighting, but the
++to the environment through which they can fire weapons (so that it's not really the characters fighting, but the
+ vehicles), use the vehicular combat rules from the CSR.
+
+ If PCs are involved in space combat, see the extended vehicular combat rules described in this book, which provide all
+@@ -52526,16 +52526,16 @@
+ DRIVERLESS VEHICLES
+
+ If the rider, driver, or pilot activates self-driving as part of another action, riding, driving, and piloting tasks
+-are automatically completed (or failed) according to the vehicle’s level, though all such self-driving tasks are
++are automatically completed (or failed) according to the vehicle's level, though all such self-driving tasks are
+ hindered. However, the pilot is free to engage in other actions as the vehicle maneuvers to the best of its ability.
+
+ This driverless function is also available on many spacecraft, courtesy of a shipmind, which is a sim AI that can
+-control the ship’s functions as necessary. Shipminds control spacecraft at the spacecraft’s level, not their level, but
++control the ship's functions as necessary. Shipminds control spacecraft at the spacecraft's level, not their level, but
+ are not subject to the task hindrance that more basic driverless vehicles suffer.
+
+ LOOKING FOR MORE VEHICLE OPTIONS
+
+- A representative cross section of vehicles is provided. If you’re looking for something that isn’t noted, use something
++ A representative cross section of vehicles is provided. If you're looking for something that isn't noted, use something
+ close and adapt the listing.
+
+ Also note that unless a particular listing is already indicated as a luxury or sport version, most vehicles can be
+@@ -52594,7 +52594,7 @@
+
+ Two-wheeled vehicle with telescoping spokes capable of adapting to nearly any terrain (except water or other liquids),
+ supporting a basic frame with a seat for one rider (and sometimes a passenger) open to the environment, ideal for
+-utterly wild terrain and off-road travel; able to “climb” natural steep and near-vertical surfaces. Auto-stabilization
++utterly wild terrain and off-road travel; able to "climb" natural steep and near-vertical surfaces. Auto-stabilization
+ eases all tasks related to riding. Moves a long distance each round in any terrain or an average of 112 km/h (70 mph)
+ during long-distance travel.
+
+@@ -52605,7 +52605,7 @@
+ Very Expensive
+
+ Two-wheeled vehicle, supporting a reinforced, lightly enclosed and pressurized frame with a seat for one rider (and
+-sometimes a passenger), providing the rider Armor 1 (though if damage is taken, it’s likely a breach has occurred).
++sometimes a passenger), providing the rider Armor 1 (though if damage is taken, it's likely a breach has occurred).
+ Auto-stabilization eases all tasks related to riding. Suitable for paved and broken surfaces on airless moons or in
+ polluted or poisonous atmospheres; moves a long distance each round on paved and broken surfaces or an average of 80
+ km/h (50 mph) during long-distance travel.
+@@ -52633,7 +52633,7 @@
+ with a seat for one rider (and sometimes a passenger) partly open the environment, providing the rider Armor 1. Suitable
+ for crossing above any surface via self-deploying light bridge, a 1 cm (3 inch) thick by 3 m (10 feet) wide, constantly
+ extending forcefield surface that persists for about ten minutes. The bridge can reach to almost any height, though
+-maximum gradient shouldn’t exceed 30%. Auto-stabilization eases all tasks related to riding by two steps. Moves a long
++maximum gradient shouldn't exceed 30%. Auto-stabilization eases all tasks related to riding by two steps. Moves a long
+ distance each round on self-deploying bridge or an average of 190 km/h (120 mph) during long-distance travel.
+
+ Hard-light cycles can also be used as gladiatorial vehicles, modified to lay a forcefield wall trail behind rather than
+@@ -52659,7 +52659,7 @@
+ which can be ridden normally. A PC can re-package the deployed cycle to its original easily toted form as an action.
+
+ CARS
+-Buying a car at the bottom of its price range usually means the car isn’t top quality. Such vehicles have a depletion of
++Buying a car at the bottom of its price range usually means the car isn't top quality. Such vehicles have a depletion of
+ 1 in 1d100 (check per day used)
+
+ WHEELED VEHICLE GM INTRUSIONS
+@@ -52668,14 +52668,14 @@
+ |-----|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+ | 01 | Vehicle runs out of fuel or power. |
+ | 02 | Unexpected obstacle threatens to cause a crash. |
+-| 03 | Unexpected gap or loss of power requires rider to “jump” between stable surfaces by launching off a suitable ramp-like incline. |
+-| 04 | Another vehicle swerves into PC’s vehicle |
++| 03 | Unexpected gap or loss of power requires rider to "jump" between stable surfaces by launching off a suitable ramp-like incline. |
++| 04 | Another vehicle swerves into PC's vehicle |
+ | 05 | Loose sand/gravel/particles/ice on surface threaten to cause a wipeout. |
+ | 06 | Too much velocity going around a corner threatens to cause a wipeout or crash. |
+ | 07 | Vehicle takes damage and threatens to detonate its power source. |
+-| 08 | Another vehicle hits PC’s vehicle from behind. |
+-| 09 | Vehicle’s brakes freezes. |
+-| 10 | Vehicle’s tire unexpectedly blows out. |
++| 08 | Another vehicle hits PC's vehicle from behind. |
++| 09 | Vehicle's brakes freezes. |
++| 10 | Vehicle's tire unexpectedly blows out. |
+
+ CONTEMPORARY
+
+@@ -52704,7 +52704,7 @@
+
+ Very Expensive to Exorbitant
+
+-Four-wheeled vehicle, supporting a “rolling work of art” frame focusing on flamboyance and swagger, sometimes at the
++Four-wheeled vehicle, supporting a "rolling work of art" frame focusing on flamboyance and swagger, sometimes at the
+ expense of practicality and efficiency. Seats for a driver and usually only a single passenger; operable/easily
+ breakable glass windows (and or retractable hardtop) provide openness to environment. Auto-stabilization eases all tasks
+ related to driving. Moves a long distance each round on paved surfaces or an average of 144 km/h (90 mph) during
+@@ -52752,7 +52752,7 @@
+
+ Exorbitant x2
+
+-As land ark (and sometimes called a “battle ark”), but sports superior weapons, though half the interior space.
++As land ark (and sometimes called a "battle ark"), but sports superior weapons, though half the interior space.
+
+ Moon buggy
+
+@@ -52761,7 +52761,7 @@
+ Very Expensive
+
+ Six-wheeled vehicle, supporting a reinforced, lightly enclosed and pressurized frame with seats for a driver and up to
+-four additional passengers, providing driver and passengers Armor 1 (though if damage is taken, it’s likely a breach has
++four additional passengers, providing driver and passengers Armor 1 (though if damage is taken, it's likely a breach has
+ occurred). Auto-stabilization eases all tasks related to driving. Suitable for paved and broken surfaces on airless
+ moons or in polluted or poisonous atmospheres; moves a long distance each round on paved and broken surfaces or an
+ average of 64 km/h (40 mph) during long-distance travel.
+@@ -52800,7 +52800,7 @@
+ | 05 | Landing gear is damaged, making eventual landing problematic. |
+ | 06 | Unexpectedly tall terrain feature threatens imminent collision. |
+ | 07 | Vehicle takes damage and threatens to detonate its power source |
+-| 08 | Another flying vehicle hits PC’s vehicle from above. |
++| 08 | Another flying vehicle hits PC's vehicle from above. |
+ | 09 | Vehicle runs out of fuel or power while inflight |
+ | 10 | Breach in airframe risks sucking pilot or passengers out to a long fall. |
+
+@@ -53137,8 +53137,8 @@
+ Priceless
+
+ A 78 m (255 feet) tall powered anthropomorphic exoskeleton frame. Creates a sealed enclosure (qualifying it for
+-vehicular combat) with life support for an operator and a crew of up to six people. Armed with a massive “melee” plasma
+-sword and “mech-punch” (melee attacks that can be made at long range), plus very long-range missiles, grenades, and
++vehicular combat) with life support for an operator and a crew of up to six people. Armed with a massive "melee" plasma
++sword and "mech-punch" (melee attacks that can be made at long range), plus very long-range missiles, grenades, and
+ energy weapons, operable by the pilot and crew at up to five different independent weapon stations simultaneously; treat
+ as having superior weapons. Can run and fly up to a very long distance each round, and can even ascend into low orbit
+ for brief periods.
+@@ -53165,8 +53165,8 @@
+ | 04 | Environmental controls malfunction; ship interior grows colder and colder (causing a buildup of frost and ice on interior surfaces), until the problem can be identified and repaired. |
+ | 05 | Drive system surges, causing the vehicle to move faster, farther, or to a different location than was intended. |
+ | 06 | Solar flare, gravitational gradient, or other understood but unexpected phenomena damages ship. |
+-| 07 | A malfunction, deliberate sabotage by a rival, or a fatal malware-infected shipmind affects the environmental controls in a space suit or entire ship, deoxygenating it until it’s mostly carbon dioxide. Affected characters, initially unaware of the problem, become more and more sleepy until they pass out. |
+-| 08 | Gamma ray burst from “nearby” neutron star conjunction threatens to fry ship and everyone on board. |
++| 07 | A malfunction, deliberate sabotage by a rival, or a fatal malware-infected shipmind affects the environmental controls in a space suit or entire ship, deoxygenating it until it's mostly carbon dioxide. Affected characters, initially unaware of the problem, become more and more sleepy until they pass out. |
++| 08 | Gamma ray burst from "nearby" neutron star conjunction threatens to fry ship and everyone on board. |
+ | 09 | External operations lead to a character being bucked off craft into empty space. |
+ | 10 | Environmental systems are compromised, requiring extensive overhaul to return to normal. |
+
+@@ -53220,7 +53220,7 @@
+ CONTEMPORARY DRIVES
+
+ Rocket: A rocket engine produces thrust by expelling reaction mass, usually in thundering expanding white clouds from
+-the rocket’s base propulsion nozzle. Most contemporary spacecraft use a mix of several rockets and fuel types. Rockets
++the rocket's base propulsion nozzle. Most contemporary spacecraft use a mix of several rockets and fuel types. Rockets
+ are the primary constituent of a heavy-lift launch spacecraft.
+
+ Ion Thruster: Ion thrusters can use solar panels or RTGs (or both) to expel ions (or cations) to produce thrust over
+@@ -53238,7 +53238,7 @@
+
+ ADVANCED DRIVES
+
+-Nuclear Plasma: Essentially, nuclear plasma drives are just very advanced ion thrusters, the promised “perfected”
++Nuclear Plasma: Essentially, nuclear plasma drives are just very advanced ion thrusters, the promised "perfected"
+ version. These are great, unless the setting has fusion drives, in which case nuclear plasma drives may seem quaint.
+
+ Fusion Drive: Relying on fusion power, a fusion drive is an order of magnitude more efficient than a contemporary ion
+@@ -53280,7 +53280,7 @@
+ greatly increase travel times. Likewise, wormholes can normally only bridge locations up to 200 or so light-years at a
+ time (which means it would take about 500 jumps to cross the Milky Way galaxy from end to end).
+
+-Dark Drive: A dark drive (short for “dark matter quantum drive”) uses enormous power to enable point-to-point
++Dark Drive: A dark drive (short for "dark matter quantum drive") uses enormous power to enable point-to-point
+ transitions between other locations in the galaxy (or universe) using previously unrealized entanglement between normal
+ matter and dark matter. However, objective travel time is variable and somewhat arbitrary; sometimes a trip may take
+ minutes, other times days or months. For those aboard, relative travel time seems constant at about four solar hours, no
+@@ -53294,7 +53294,7 @@
+
+ Generally speaking, all tasks for operating a pioneer-era spacecraft are hindered by two steps. Only the very well
+ trained (or the very lucky) should even consider trying to operate such a craft. Finally, pioneer-era spacecraft usually
+-don’t have weapon systems.
++don't have weapon systems.
+
+ CONTEMPORARY
+
+@@ -53342,7 +53342,7 @@
+ SPACECRAFT
+ Advanced spacecraft have advanced propulsion technologies, allowing them to move between planets within a single solar
+ system, with transit times between planets varying from days to weeks (or more, if using a less efficient drive). Most
+-advanced spacecraft can’t land on a planet’s surface unless noted, requiring some secondary craft or means to transfer
++advanced spacecraft can't land on a planet's surface unless noted, requiring some secondary craft or means to transfer
+ crew and cargo.
+
+ ADVANCED
+@@ -53364,7 +53364,7 @@
+ Very Expensive
+
+ As space capsule, but smaller. Limited fusion drive allows movement within a given area of space, but a microcapsule
+-usually doesn’t have enough fuel to move between planets. External manipulators allow the pilot to attempt repair and
++usually doesn't have enough fuel to move between planets. External manipulators allow the pilot to attempt repair and
+ construction tasks without exiting the vehicle.
+
+ Microcapsule, fighter (dart)
+@@ -53488,7 +53488,7 @@
+
+ Heavy rotating space station orbiting a moon or planet that extends two massive tethers opposite each other, so that one
+ tether periodically dips deep into the atmosphere close to the surface. At this point, payloads are hooked to the end of
+-the cable as the tether passes, and are then flung into orbit by the station’s massive rotation. The skyhook can
++the cable as the tether passes, and are then flung into orbit by the station's massive rotation. The skyhook can
+ decelerate and safely de-orbit other payloads in the same way.
+
+ Space elevator
+@@ -53660,7 +53660,7 @@
+ SPACE-TIME VEHICLES
+ Space-time vehicles allow for movement between different points in both space and time. Such vehicles are vanishingly
+ rare, and timelines in which they are active tend to eventually snuff themselves out due to accidental paradox events,
+-limiting their availability even further. As with stellar gates, space-time vehicles are so complex that it’s likely
++limiting their availability even further. As with stellar gates, space-time vehicles are so complex that it's likely
+ they are the product of ancient ultras or post-singularity AIs, and could be treated as artifacts with a depletion of 1
+ in 1d20.
+
+@@ -53714,9 +53714,9 @@
+ Form: Goggle-like device of unknown material
+
+ Effect: When worn, induces a powerful hallucinogenic state in wearer. Hallucinations last for four hours, during which
+-time the wearer seems to disappear from existence. From the wearer’s perspective, they are falling through an
++time the wearer seems to disappear from existence. From the wearer's perspective, they are falling through an
+ ever-iterating fractal realm of mind-blowing imagery, possibly some version of hyperspace or dark energy network. At the
+-end of that period they return to existence, either in the same location they left or somewhere they’ve previously
++end of that period they return to existence, either in the same location they left or somewhere they've previously
+ visited. The images leave the viewer shaken, but for several hours all Intellect-based tasks are eased.
+
+ Depletion: 1 in 1d6
+@@ -53732,7 +53732,7 @@
+ CRAFTING CYPHERS
+
+ 1\. Choose Cypher Level. Creating a low-level cypher is easier than creating a high-level one. The character decides
+-what level of cypher they’re trying to create, which must be in the level range for the cypher as listed in the Cypher
++what level of cypher they're trying to create, which must be in the level range for the cypher as listed in the Cypher
+ System Reference Document. Note that some cyphers have the same effect no matter what level they are, so the character
+ could make crafting easier by creating the lowest-level version of that cypher, but the GM is always able to rule that a
+ particular cypher must be crafted at a certain level or higher for it to work. In particular, a stim is very strong for
+@@ -53768,9 +53768,9 @@
+
+ For any time in excess of nine hours, the process is assumed to have stages where the character is not actively working
+ on it, just checking on it occasionally to make sure everything is going as planned— allowing the base ingredients of a
+-potion to cook for a few hours, stirring to make sure the ingredients don’t congeal, allowing ink on a scroll to dry,
++potion to cook for a few hours, stirring to make sure the ingredients don't congeal, allowing ink on a scroll to dry,
+ and so on. In other words, the character is able to perform other actions in the vicinity of the crafting (such as
+-studying, resting, eating, and so on), but couldn’t craft on the road or in the middle of a dungeon.
++studying, resting, eating, and so on), but couldn't craft on the road or in the middle of a dungeon.
+
+ | Assessed Difficulty | Time to Craft |
+ |---------------------|---------------|
+@@ -53793,7 +53793,7 @@
+ crafter succeeds on the final, highest-difficulty subtask. Generally, subtask attempts occur at equally divided
+ intervals over the course of the full time required to craft the item.
+
+-> If at any point the crafter fails on a subtask, the item isn’t ruined. Instead, the character only wasted the time
++> If at any point the crafter fails on a subtask, the item isn't ruined. Instead, the character only wasted the time
+ > spent on that subtask, and can spend that much time again and then try to succeed at that same subtask. If the crafter
+ > fails twice in a row on the same subtask, the character can continue crafting, but in addition to losing another
+ > interval of crafting time, more crafting material (equal to one of the kind of item needed to craft it) is destroyed
+@@ -53806,9 +53806,9 @@
+ CRAFTING ARTIFACTS
+
+ Crafting an artifact is similar to choosing a new type or focus ability—the character has many to choose from, they
+-select the one that best fits their intention, and thereafter they can use the artifact much like they’d use any of
+-their other character abilities. The main difference is that most artifacts don’t cost Pool points to activate, and
+-character abilities don’t have a depletion stat that eventually removes the item from play. Crafting artifacts is
++select the one that best fits their intention, and thereafter they can use the artifact much like they'd use any of
++their other character abilities. The main difference is that most artifacts don't cost Pool points to activate, and
++character abilities don't have a depletion stat that eventually removes the item from play. Crafting artifacts is
+ handled as a long-term benefit of character advancement; the character and GM agree on the artifact to be crafted, and
+ the character spends 3 XP. If the item is fairly simple, the GM can skip the crafting details and just say that after a
+ period of time, the PC creates the artifact. For an item that significantly alters gameplay—granting the character vast
+@@ -53827,19 +53827,19 @@
+
+ DIFFICULTY AND SUBTASKS
+
+-Completing a ritual has an overall difficulty level, usually equal to the level of the challenge. Sometimes there isn’t
++Completing a ritual has an overall difficulty level, usually equal to the level of the challenge. Sometimes there isn't
+ a clear idea of what level the challenge should be— teleporting a group of people to a nearby city and raising a person
+-from the dead don’t have an obvious task level. In these cases, the GM should choose a level for the ritual based on
++from the dead don't have an obvious task level. In these cases, the GM should choose a level for the ritual based on
+ what would make an interesting experience for the players. Instead of having the success or failure of this sort of
+ magic come down to one roll, ritual magic lets the GM build tension by requiring the players to make rolls for multiple
+ subtasks. The subtasks start at difficulty 1, and the subtask difficulty increases by 1 each time until the players make
+ a final roll at the highest difficulty. A ritual with an overall difficulty of 4 has four subtasks, with the first one
+ at difficulty 1, the second at difficulty 2, the third at 3, and the last one at 4.
+
+-If at any point the PC fails a subtask, the ritual isn’t automatically ruined, but it costs time—a failure means the
++If at any point the PC fails a subtask, the ritual isn't automatically ruined, but it costs time—a failure means the
+ time spent on that subtask was wasted, but the character can spend that much time again and try to succeed at that same
+ subtask. The GM may decide that later attempts at that subtask are hindered, or that a certain number of failures during
+-the ritual (perhaps equal to half the ritual’s overall level) means the whole thing needs to be started again. Skills,
++the ritual (perhaps equal to half the ritual's overall level) means the whole thing needs to be started again. Skills,
+ assets, and other special abilities can ease subtasks just like they do with any other task (which might make some of
+ the subtasks routine and not require a roll at all). Characters may apply Effort to each subtask.
+
+@@ -53853,7 +53853,7 @@
+ ACCELERATED PERFORMANCE
+
+ The GM may allow a character to speed up a ritual, reducing the time required for one or more subtasks. Generally,
+-reducing a subtask’s time by half should hinder the subtask, and reducing it by half again (reducing the time needed to
++reducing a subtask's time by half should hinder the subtask, and reducing it by half again (reducing the time needed to
+ a quarter of the normal amount) should hinder the subtask by an additional step (two steps total). The minimum amount of
+ time for a subtask is 1 round (unless the subtask is routine, in which case the GM may allow it to take no time at all).
+
+@@ -53904,15 +53904,15 @@
+
+ Other Assets: Knowledge or control of similar entities
+
+-Beseech only draws the entity’s attention; the various Conjure rituals bring the summoned entity bodily to the ritual
++Beseech only draws the entity's attention; the various Conjure rituals bring the summoned entity bodily to the ritual
+ space to talk in person.
+
+ CONJURE THE DEAD
+
+-Summons the spirit of a dead person or creature (commonly called a “ghost”), which appears in the summoning circle
++Summons the spirit of a dead person or creature (commonly called a "ghost"), which appears in the summoning circle
+ prepared for the ritual. The spirit remains there for about a minute, during which time the summoners can interrogate
+ them or persuade them to share information. The spirit usually wants something in return (such as messages conveyed to
+-the living or unfulfilled tasks completed). If the characters don’t comply, they must magically threaten or compel the
++the living or unfulfilled tasks completed). If the characters don't comply, they must magically threaten or compel the
+ spirit to obey.
+
+ Level: The level of the dead spirit
+@@ -53923,7 +53923,7 @@
+
+ Side Effects: Haunting, possession
+
+-Reagents: Mementos of the spirit’s life, the spirit’s former physical remains, a person or creature to possess
++Reagents: Mementos of the spirit's life, the spirit's former physical remains, a person or creature to possess
+
+ Pool: Might or Intellect
+
+@@ -53989,7 +53989,7 @@
+ elemental is usually summoned to do something that takes no longer than an hour and requires it to travel no more than
+ about 50 miles (80 km)—attack, guard, and scout are common tasks. The elemental typically wants something in return for
+ its service, usually a gift or bribe appropriate to its nature—incense for air, gems for earth, oil for fire, salts for
+-water, and so on. If the summoners can’t come to an agreement with the elemental, it might make one attack before it
++water, and so on. If the summoners can't come to an agreement with the elemental, it might make one attack before it
+ leaves.
+
+ Level: The level of the elemental
+@@ -54013,7 +54013,7 @@
+ CONSECRATION
+
+ Wards a location against evil influences and unwanted magic for a year and a day. The ritual affects an area up to a
+-very long distance across. Evil creatures and magical effects of less than the ritual’s level can’t enter the area or
++very long distance across. Evil creatures and magical effects of less than the ritual's level can't enter the area or
+ use abilities against it. If the PCs are warded out of the designated area, they must make an Intellect defense roll to
+ enter it (and another each minute while within the area, or retreat) and all their actions inside or targeted within the
+ area are hindered by two steps.
+@@ -54025,7 +54025,7 @@
+ Roles: Drawing lines and symbols along the border, chanting, calling out local features (with candles, runestones, or
+ other suitable markers)
+
+-Side Effects: Lights, sounds, weak spots or “back doors” in the barrier
++Side Effects: Lights, sounds, weak spots or "back doors" in the barrier
+
+ Reagents: Silver dust, sacred oil, buried blessed gemstones
+
+@@ -54080,10 +54080,10 @@
+
+ Drives out unwanted spirits (ghosts, demons, or something else) from an area up to a long distance across. Once cast
+ out, the spirits cannot return for a year and a day (although most of them decide to move on long before that time
+-comes). Completing the ritual doesn’t prevent other spirits from entering or inhabiting the area, but it is likely that
+-they can sense that an exorcism happened there, and most choose to avoid such an area so they don’t suffer the same
++comes). Completing the ritual doesn't prevent other spirits from entering or inhabiting the area, but it is likely that
++they can sense that an exorcism happened there, and most choose to avoid such an area so they don't suffer the same
+ fate. The ritual can also be used to cast out spirits from a possessed creature, preventing those spirits from returning
+-for a year and a day. As with using the ritual to cleanse a location, this doesn’t prevent other spirits from afflicting
++for a year and a day. As with using the ritual to cleanse a location, this doesn't prevent other spirits from afflicting
+ the creature, but later spirits can sense the recent exorcism and prefer to avoid that creature.
+
+ Level: The level of the most powerful hostile presence to be exorcised
+@@ -54106,8 +54106,8 @@
+
+ FLESH FOR KNOWLEDGE
+
+-Sacrifices some of the ritualist’s flesh, inflicting Might and Speed damage equal to the level of the ritual and
+-permanently reducing the character’s Pools by 4 points (the character can divide this loss between Might and Speed as
++Sacrifices some of the ritualist's flesh, inflicting Might and Speed damage equal to the level of the ritual and
++permanently reducing the character's Pools by 4 points (the character can divide this loss between Might and Speed as
+ they see fit). The character experiences painful hallucinations that give them insight and understanding. They
+ immediately learn one type or focus ability available to them (any ability they could learn by spending 4 XP as an
+ advancement).
+@@ -54126,7 +54126,7 @@
+
+ Other Assets: Pain tolerance, surgery
+
+-Instead of permanently reducing a character’s Pools by 4 points, the GM could allow other permanent penalties such as
++Instead of permanently reducing a character's Pools by 4 points, the GM could allow other permanent penalties such as
+ reducing an Edge stat by 1 (to a minimum of 0), gaining an inability in a useful skill, or permanently reducing all
+ points gained through recovery rolls by 2.
+
+@@ -54149,7 +54149,7 @@
+
+ Pool: Might
+
+-Other Assets: Healing magic, resistance to the target’s affliction
++Other Assets: Healing magic, resistance to the target's affliction
+
+ RESURRECTION
+
+@@ -54166,8 +54166,8 @@
+ Side Effects: Creature moves a step down the damage track, enmity of a death god, lasting damage, scarring, sympathetic
+ damage
+
+-Reagents: Deceased’s corpse, healing ointment, items of emotional significance (such as devotion, hope, or regret),
+-items of importance to the deceased, parchment extolling the deceased’s history and deeds, soul-sympathetic items
++Reagents: Deceased's corpse, healing ointment, items of emotional significance (such as devotion, hope, or regret),
++items of importance to the deceased, parchment extolling the deceased's history and deeds, soul-sympathetic items
+
+ Pool: Might or Intellect
+
+@@ -54191,7 +54191,7 @@
+ Side Effects: Creature rages or escapes, damage, dying curse, haunting
+
+ Reagents: Bindings, creature to be sacrificed, drum, flute, silver knife, soul object (its level must be at least as
+-high as the creature’s level)
++high as the creature's level)
+
+ Pool: Might or Intellect
+
+@@ -54205,7 +54205,7 @@
+ MAGIC PLUS TECHNOLOGY
+
+ Whatever technology exists in the setting could be magically enhanced if magic is also present. Such items would almost
+-certainly be manifest cyphers or artifacts. Here’s an example cypher:
++certainly be manifest cyphers or artifacts. Here's an example cypher:
+
+ FROZEN TIMEPIECE
+
+@@ -54216,7 +54216,7 @@
+ else, but they can move through the world and take actions that affect themselves or their own belongings (bandage a
+ wound, repair a broken item, and so on). The effect lasts for one round per cypher level.
+
+-And here’s an example artifact:
++And here's an example artifact:
+
+ TRUTH BINOCULARS
+
+@@ -54243,7 +54243,7 @@
+ magical, it does not function again.
+
+ Mystical hazard suit (very expensive): This full-body protective suit is cumbersome and clumsy, not unlike a hazmat
+-suit. However, all of the wearer’s tasks to resist magical effects are eased. If the wearer takes even 1 point of
++suit. However, all of the wearer's tasks to resist magical effects are eased. If the wearer takes even 1 point of
+ physical damage, the suit rips and no longer functions until it is repaired and resealed.
+
+ Spellscrambler (very expensive): Essentially a sonic grenade, this device produces a variety of strange electromagnetic
+@@ -54261,7 +54261,7 @@
+
+ Effect: Magically discovers if anything is watching or listening to the user right at that moment, and reveals the
+ source. Electronic surveillance devices, long-range scopes, hidden cameras, and magical scrying attempts all trigger
+-this effect. In all these cases, the “source” is the nearest representation. So a hidden microphone is revealed, but not
++this effect. In all these cases, the "source" is the nearest representation. So a hidden microphone is revealed, but not
+ the location of the listener.
+
+ POWER DEVICE
+@@ -54286,28 +54286,28 @@
+ MIND CONTROL
+
+ From a rules perspective, mind control is fairly straightforward: one creature decides what actions another creature
+-takes (perhaps limited in that the controlled creature won’t take actions that harm them or go against their nature,
+-such as attacking friends). But what’s happening inside the controlled creature’s head—whether during the effect or
+-afterward—often isn’t specified. There are several options for the GM to consider, either for all kinds of mind-control
++takes (perhaps limited in that the controlled creature won't take actions that harm them or go against their nature,
++such as attacking friends). But what's happening inside the controlled creature's head—whether during the effect or
++afterward—often isn't specified. There are several options for the GM to consider, either for all kinds of mind-control
+ magic or on a case-by-case basis.
+
+-- Confusion: The controlled creature doesn’t understand why they’re doing things they normally wouldn’t do, but they
+- aren’t aware of any outside influence on their thoughts and actions. Once the control is over, the creature may admit
+- that they don’t know why they did those things, or come up with an explanation justifying (to themselves and others)
++- Confusion: The controlled creature doesn't understand why they're doing things they normally wouldn't do, but they
++ aren't aware of any outside influence on their thoughts and actions. Once the control is over, the creature may admit
++ that they don't know why they did those things, or come up with an explanation justifying (to themselves and others)
+ their reasons for those actions.
+
+-- Dream: The controlled creature is aware of what’s going on but perceives it in a dreamlike state. They may believe
+- that they’re in control of themselves the entire time, or somewhat aware that they’re not fully in control (similar to
++- Dream: The controlled creature is aware of what's going on but perceives it in a dreamlike state. They may believe
++ that they're in control of themselves the entire time, or somewhat aware that they're not fully in control (similar to
+ being intoxicated by drugs or alcohol or disoriented by an illness). Afterward, the creature might feel strange about
+ the events but may not realize that someone else was controlling them.
+
+-- Trapped: The active thoughts in the controlled creature’s head come from the controller, but the creature still has a
+- small voice or awareness in the background, like they’re a prisoner in their own mind. This horrible situation usually
++- Trapped: The active thoughts in the controlled creature's head come from the controller, but the creature still has a
++ small voice or awareness in the background, like they're a prisoner in their own mind. This horrible situation usually
+ means the controlled creature reverts to normal once the control is gone, and is probably very upset that their mind
+ and body autonomy were violated.
+
+ One way to present mind control more safely is to disallow certain actions but otherwise leave the character in control.
+-For example, being charmed by a vampire might mean the PC can’t attack the vampire (or its allies) or run away, but is
++For example, being charmed by a vampire might mean the PC can't attack the vampire (or its allies) or run away, but is
+ still able to call for help, heal themselves, leave at a normal pace, and take other actions. Alternatively, the
+ character can be given a specific command, and until they comply with that command their other actions are hindered by
+ one or more steps. If the player is willing to engage with the parameters of the mind control, the GM may award them an
+@@ -54315,7 +54315,7 @@
+ control is happening, and allow the player to spend 1 XP to refuse it, or go into XP debt if they want to refuse it but
+ have no XP to spend).
+
+-A rule for any game: don’t use mind control (or anything) to make a character have sex without the player’s permission.
++A rule for any game: don't use mind control (or anything) to make a character have sex without the player's permission.
+ For more information and guidelines about consent in RPGs, read the free Consent in Gaming PDF at myMCG.info/consent
+
+ MYSTICAL MARTIAL ARTS
+@@ -54329,12 +54329,12 @@
+ run across water.
+
+ - Everyone knows kung fu. Unless a person is a simple farmer, herder, or merchant, they know how to fight with elaborate
+- and powerful martial arts styles. This doesn’t change anything in the game mechanically—no one gets the ability to use
+- weapons that they wouldn’t normally have under the rules. But it does change the flavor, suggesting that no PC is
++ and powerful martial arts styles. This doesn't change anything in the game mechanically—no one gets the ability to use
++ weapons that they wouldn't normally have under the rules. But it does change the flavor, suggesting that no PC is
+ entirely ignorant of weapons or close combat.
+
+ - Players are encouraged to come up with interesting names for their martial arts abilities. Instead of using a Bash
+- attack, perhaps it is “The Three-Flower Fist,” and instead of Fury, a character uses “The Rage of the Sevenfold.” It
++ attack, perhaps it is "The Three-Flower Fist," and instead of Fury, a character uses "The Rage of the Sevenfold." It
+ is reasonable for high-tier martial abilities such as Amazing Effort, Jump Attack, or Finishing Blow to be described
+ with a magical flare— blazing auras of fire, brilliant cascades of light, ethereal figures overlaying the character,
+ and so on.
+@@ -54355,17 +54355,17 @@
+ POSSESSION
+
+ Some creatures (demons, ghosts, entities of living mental energy, and so on) have the ability to possess a living
+-person, taking over a character’s body as if it were the creature’s own. The creature must touch the character to
+-attempt possession (even if the creature’s touch normally inflicts damage, the possession attempt doesn’t inflict
+-damage). The character must make an Intellect defense roll or become possessed, whereupon the creature’s immaterial form
++person, taking over a character's body as if it were the creature's own. The creature must touch the character to
++attempt possession (even if the creature's touch normally inflicts damage, the possession attempt doesn't inflict
++damage). The character must make an Intellect defense roll or become possessed, whereupon the creature's immaterial form
+ disappears into the character.
+
+ The first round in which a character is possessed, they can act normally. In the second and all subsequent rounds, the
+ possessing creature can try to control the actions of the host, but the character can attempt an Intellect defense roll
+ to resist each suggested action. Successful resistance means that the character does nothing for one round. When the
+-creature isn’t trying to control the host, the character can act as they choose. Usually, a possessing creature’s
+-actions are limited to controlling its host and leaving the host (the creature’s own abilities are unavailable to it
+-while in someone else’s body).
++creature isn't trying to control the host, the character can act as they choose. Usually, a possessing creature's
++actions are limited to controlling its host and leaving the host (the creature's own abilities are unavailable to it
++while in someone else's body).
+
+ While it possesses a character, the creature is immune to most direct attacks (though not so the host; killing the host
+ will eject the creature). For example, hitting a demon-possessed human with a sword hurts only the human, not the demon
+@@ -54378,36 +54378,36 @@
+ has power over the demon. This can be attempted once per day and grants the possessed character an additional Intellect
+ defense roll to eject the demon.
+
+-Possession is like mind control in that it takes away a player’s ability to control their character, and that can make
++Possession is like mind control in that it takes away a player's ability to control their character, and that can make
+ some players very uncomfortable. See the section on mind control and consent for more information (page 67).
+
+ SECRET AND TRUE NAMES
+
+-Learning a creature’s true name comes with a subtle and instinctive awareness and understanding of that creature,
++Learning a creature's true name comes with a subtle and instinctive awareness and understanding of that creature,
+ including its strengths and weaknesses. In general, this eases all tasks related to that creature (including attacks,
+ defenses, and interactions) by two steps. In some cases, confronting a creature with knowledge of its true name might be
+-enough to convince it to perform a service without compensation. A creature doesn’t automatically know if someone has
++enough to convince it to perform a service without compensation. A creature doesn't automatically know if someone has
+ learned its true name (although there is magic that can reveal this knowledge), but they can usually figure out that an
+ informed opponent has some kind of advantage against them and deduce that their secret name is involved.
+
+-Learning a true name is difficult and takes time. A character wanting to discover a creature’s true name might choose
++Learning a true name is difficult and takes time. A character wanting to discover a creature's true name might choose
+ the Uncover a Secret character arc to do so.
+
+ WISHES
+
+-Unless the GM’s intention is to make the players regret that their characters were offered a wish, it’s best to give
++Unless the GM's intention is to make the players regret that their characters were offered a wish, it's best to give
+ them what they ask for, as much as it is within the power of the creature to do so. If the GM wants to twist the wish,
+ do so as a GM intrusion— that way, the character still gets a reward, and they can either accept the twisted wish (which
+-isn’t as good as they had hoped) or pay 1 XP to reject the intrusion (which represents them coming up with airtight
+-wording that can’t be twisted).
++isn't as good as they had hoped) or pay 1 XP to reject the intrusion (which represents them coming up with airtight
++wording that can't be twisted).
+
+-Second, consider the level of the creature granting the wish—that’s basically the level of the wish, as the creature
+-shouldn’t be able to grant a boon more powerful than itself. Therefore, it’s reasonable that a level 6 creature could
+-create a level 6 effect. The GM could look at the creature’s other abilities (or abilities of other creatures of its
++Second, consider the level of the creature granting the wish—that's basically the level of the wish, as the creature
++shouldn't be able to grant a boon more powerful than itself. Therefore, it's reasonable that a level 6 creature could
++create a level 6 effect. The GM could look at the creature's other abilities (or abilities of other creatures of its
+ level), decide if what the PC is asking for is within its power, and either grant the requested wish or adjust the
+-result downward until it’s appropriate for the creature’s power.
++result downward until it's appropriate for the creature's power.
+
+-Wishing for more wishes doesn’t work because a creature shouldn’t be able to create something more powerful than
++Wishing for more wishes doesn't work because a creature shouldn't be able to create something more powerful than
+ itself—at least not without some investment of time and other resources, like a character using XP to acquire an
+ artifact.
+
+@@ -54415,7 +54415,7 @@
+
+ AWARDING TREASURE
+
+-It’s best to think of gold and magic as two different kinds of currencies that characters have access to.
++It's best to think of gold and magic as two different kinds of currencies that characters have access to.
+
+ GOLD
+
+@@ -54425,14 +54425,14 @@
+
+ MANIFEST CYPHERS
+
+-The expectation is that PCs will use cyphers often because they’ll have many opportunities to get more; if the players
+-can exploit this mechanic by selling off most of their cyphers in town, they’re abusing the rules to make gold. The GM
++The expectation is that PCs will use cyphers often because they'll have many opportunities to get more; if the players
++can exploit this mechanic by selling off most of their cyphers in town, they're abusing the rules to make gold. The GM
+ might be tempted to discourage this behavior by reducing how often the PCs gain new cyphers, but that goes against the
+ premise of cyphers in the game: they should be common enough that the PCs use them freely instead of hoarding them. The
+ key to addressing this selling-cyphers wealth problem is to make it harder to sell or trade cyphers for gold.
+
+-The PCs can have opportunities to trade their cyphers with NPCs in town, whether that’s at a magic item shop, the tower
+-of a mentor wizard, a thieves’ guild, a temple, other adventurers, or the local government. The kinds of cyphers these
++The PCs can have opportunities to trade their cyphers with NPCs in town, whether that's at a magic item shop, the tower
++of a mentor wizard, a thieves' guild, a temple, other adventurers, or the local government. The kinds of cyphers these
+ NPCs can offer may be limited in theme (such as a benevolent church that makes healing potions and trades them for other
+ useful cyphers) or quantity (such as having only one or two cyphers available each month). Two cyphers of the same level
+ are generally considered to be about the same value, although local biases and NPC interests may affect their
+@@ -54440,9 +54440,9 @@
+
+ ARTIFACTS
+
+-Artifacts are the high end of magical currency, and in terms of buying and selling them, they’re like manifest cyphers:
++Artifacts are the high end of magical currency, and in terms of buying and selling them, they're like manifest cyphers:
+ not something a typical NPC can use, and beyond what a typical NPC can afford, but they could be traded for a different
+-artifact of about the same level. Unlike cyphers, the game doesn’t assume that PCs have frequent opportunities to gain
++artifact of about the same level. Unlike cyphers, the game doesn't assume that PCs have frequent opportunities to gain
+ new artifacts or replace the ones that deplete.
+
+ In a pinch, an artifact is worth the equivalent of one or two very expensive items or one exorbitant item, depending on
+@@ -54462,7 +54462,7 @@
+ by a creature). Anything describing walls in this section also applies to ceilings and floors.
+
+ - Paper wall (level 1): This thin wall only blocks sight. Creatures can attack through a paper wall as if attacking
+- blindly (hindered by four steps), but it’s usually easier to break a hole in the wall and attack through the hole.
++ blindly (hindered by four steps), but it's usually easier to break a hole in the wall and attack through the hole.
+ Paper walls are vulnerable to piercing and slashing weapons (attacks are eased). A gauzy curtain is equivalent to a
+ paper wall, and a cloth wall is probably level 2.
+
+@@ -54502,11 +54502,11 @@
+ piercing weapons (attacks are eased) but resistant to bashing and slashing weapons (attacks are hindered).
+
+ - Iron door (level 6): A solid iron door is meant to protect something very valuable or vulnerable, such as a vault or a
+- king’s tomb. In a damp environment like a dungeon, they tend to rust and stick in place.
++ king's tomb. In a damp environment like a dungeon, they tend to rust and stick in place.
+
+ - Wooden portcullis (level 3): The gaps in a portcullis present more defense opportunities than a door, such as allowing
+- archers to fire at the creatures trapped by it. They’re also useful in closing access to a waterway without impacting
+- its flow. A wooden portcullis is relatively fragile and usually isn’t meant to keep anyone out for long.
++ archers to fire at the creatures trapped by it. They're also useful in closing access to a waterway without impacting
++ its flow. A wooden portcullis is relatively fragile and usually isn't meant to keep anyone out for long.
+
+ - Iron portcullis (level 6): Much sturdier than wood, an iron portcullis is meant to keep creatures in place as long as
+ necessary. Often the best way to get past a portcullis is to lift it instead of breaking it, but some are designed to
+@@ -54519,31 +54519,31 @@
+ TRIGGERING TRAPS
+
+ Mechanical traps have a triggering mechanism—something set up to react when an unauthorized creature is in the area.
+-Magical traps have triggers that are usually based on proximity—if a creature enters the area the trap is “watching,” it
++Magical traps have triggers that are usually based on proximity—if a creature enters the area the trap is "watching," it
+ activates.
+
+ FINDING TRAPS
+
+-Most characters won’t notice traps unless actively looking for them; they don’t know a trap is in the area until their
++Most characters won't notice traps unless actively looking for them; they don't know a trap is in the area until their
+ presence, movement, or action triggers it. Characters can passively or actively search for traps if they suspect such
+ dangers are present.
+
+ Passive searching for traps means one character (usually in the front of the group) is carefully checking the area
+ before moving forward. This means the group moves at about half normal speed, but they get to make a search roll for any
+-traps the GM has in their path. Allowing characters to passively search in this way means the players don’t have to keep
+-stating over and over that they’re looking for traps. The drawback for them is that it takes them more time to get
++traps the GM has in their path. Allowing characters to passively search in this way means the players don't have to keep
++stating over and over that they're looking for traps. The drawback for them is that it takes them more time to get
+ anywhere (which means time-based special abilities and cyphers will run out sooner).
+
+ Active searching is used when the characters worry or suspect that there is a trap in the area and want to find it.
+ Active searching takes about one round for each immediate area searched. Rather than having the players make separate
+ rolls for each immediate area, the GM should have them make one roll for the entire room; if successful, they find the
+-trap, and if they fail, they don’t find it. If there is a second trap, the GM can have them make another roll after
+-they’ve resolved the first trap.
++trap, and if they fail, they don't find it. If there is a second trap, the GM can have them make another roll after
++they've resolved the first trap.
+
+ DISABLING, DAMAGING, AND BYPASSING TRAPS
+
+-A character can attempt to disable a trap so it’s no longer able to activate or harm anyone. Normally this task has the
+-same difficulty as the trap’s level, but some traps are rickety and easy to disable, while others are carefully crafted
++A character can attempt to disable a trap so it's no longer able to activate or harm anyone. Normally this task has the
++same difficulty as the trap's level, but some traps are rickety and easy to disable, while others are carefully crafted
+ and much harder to disable. Traps are objects and use the object damage track. Characters can attack a trap with weapons
+ or special abilities to damage or destroy it. Some traps may be vulnerable to certain attacks or unusual means of
+ sabotage (such as hammering a piton into a groove where a blade springs out). Magical traps can be damaged or disabled
+@@ -54553,35 +54553,35 @@
+ triggering it but still leave it as a danger to anyone else who passes through the area. The task to bypass a trap is
+ hindered by two steps
+
+-Failing an attempt to disable, bypass, or sabotage a trap means it activates. Usually the trap’s target is the acting
+-character, and the trap’s attack is eased because the character placed themselves in harm’s way
++Failing an attempt to disable, bypass, or sabotage a trap means it activates. Usually the trap's target is the acting
++character, and the trap's attack is eased because the character placed themselves in harm's way
+
+-Unless a character has the ability to manipulate magic, it’s very difficult to bypass a magical trap (the attempt is
++Unless a character has the ability to manipulate magic, it's very difficult to bypass a magical trap (the attempt is
+ hindered by two additional steps).
+
+ UNDERSTANDING THE LISTINGS
+
+ The rest of the chapter presents a large number of traps with game stats. Every trap is presented by name, followed by a
+-standard template that includes the following categories. If an entry doesn’t apply to a particular trap, it is omitted
++standard template that includes the following categories. If an entry doesn't apply to a particular trap, it is omitted
+ from the listing.
+
+ Level: Like the difficulty of a task, each trap has a level. You use the level to determine the target number a PC must
+ reach to find, evade, or disable the trap. In each entry, the difficulty number for the trap is listed after its level
+-(always three times the trap’s level).
++(always three times the trap's level).
+
+ Description: This general description explains what the trap does, how it operates, whether it resets automatically, if
+ it has a limited number of uses, and so on.
+
+ Damage Inflicted: Generally, when a trap hits a creature, it inflicts its level in damage regardless of the form of
+ attack (arrow, poison, collapsing ceiling, and so on). The entries always specify the amount of damage inflicted, even
+-if it’s the normal amount for a trap of its level.
++if it's the normal amount for a trap of its level.
+
+-Modifications: Use these numbers when a trap’s information says to use a different target number. For example, a level 4
+-trap might say “defends as level 5,” which means PCs attacking it or trying to disable it must roll a target number of
+-15 (for difficulty 5) instead of 12 (for difficulty 4). Typical modifiers are to the trap’s attacks, defenses, and
++Modifications: Use these numbers when a trap's information says to use a different target number. For example, a level 4
++trap might say "defends as level 5," which means PCs attacking it or trying to disable it must roll a target number of
++15 (for difficulty 5) instead of 12 (for difficulty 4). Typical modifiers are to the trap's attacks, defenses, and
+ stealth (how hard or easy it is to notice the trap).
+
+-GM Intrusion: This entry suggests one or more ways to use GM intrusions in an encounter with the trap. It’s just one
++GM Intrusion: This entry suggests one or more ways to use GM intrusions in an encounter with the trap. It's just one
+ possible idea of many, and the GM is encouraged to come up with their own uses of the game mechanic.
+
+ COMMON TRAP POISONS
+@@ -54594,7 +54594,7 @@
+
+ - Damage Track: The poison moves the creature down one step on the damage track if they fail a defense roll.
+
+-- Debilitating: The poison hinders all of the creature’s actions by one or two steps if they fail a defense roll. (Some
++- Debilitating: The poison hinders all of the creature's actions by one or two steps if they fail a defense roll. (Some
+ poisons may affect only certain kinds of actions, such as Speed defense rolls or Might-based tasks.) Typical durations
+ are ten minutes, one hour, and ten hours.
+
+@@ -54614,7 +54614,7 @@
+ - Sleep: The poison knocks the creature unconscious if they fail a defense roll. Typical durations are ten minutes, one
+ hour, and ten hours. The poison might also make the creature groggy, hindering all actions for an additional amount of
+ time equal to how long the unconsciousness would have lasted (for example, knocking out a creature for an hour and
+- then making them groggy for an hour, even if they’re awakened early).
++ then making them groggy for an hour, even if they're awakened early).
+
+ ARROW 4 (12)
+
+@@ -54672,7 +54672,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Stealth as level 5
+
+-GM Intrusion: The glyph marks the character’s face with a symbol indicating they are a thief. The glyph makes the
++GM Intrusion: The glyph marks the character's face with a symbol indicating they are a thief. The glyph makes the
+ character run away in fear for one minute. The character is cursed, and all of their actions are hindered until the
+ curse is removed.
+
+@@ -54683,7 +54683,7 @@
+
+ A variant of this room reduces the air pressure (either by pumping it out through tiny holes or by retracting the floor
+ or ceiling). As the air gets thinner, characters are hindered by one, two, or three steps before falling unconscious and
+-starting to suffocate. (Restoring the air allows the characters to awaken, but doesn’t move them back up the damage
++starting to suffocate. (Restoring the air allows the characters to awaken, but doesn't move them back up the damage
+ track.)
+
+ Damage Inflicted: None until drowning starts
+@@ -54698,13 +54698,13 @@
+ A small hole in the wall extends sharp blades or weights when a creature reaches into it, mangling their hand and
+ hindering all actions requiring that hand by one or two steps.
+
+-A floor variant is a small trapdoor over a closed compartment, which mangles the character’s foot when they step on the
++A floor variant is a small trapdoor over a closed compartment, which mangles the character's foot when they step on the
+ trapdoor, reducing their movement speed by half.
+
+ Another variant is a needle trap attached to a small peephole or spyhole in a door or wall. The trap springs when the
+ character touches the area around the hole (even a slight touch with their face as they look is sufficient), inflicting
+-lasting damage to the character’s eye and partially blinding them. A gentler variant traps the character’s limb in glue
+-instead of inflicting damage. The character’s extremity might be glued to the hole, or they may be able to pull free but
++lasting damage to the character's eye and partially blinding them. A gentler variant traps the character's limb in glue
++instead of inflicting damage. The character's extremity might be glued to the hole, or they may be able to pull free but
+ have a glue pot stuck on their hand or foot.
+
+ Damage Inflicted: 3 points, plus lasting damage
+@@ -54753,10 +54753,10 @@
+ POISON GAS 3 (9)
+
+ The area slowly fills with poison gas. Because it takes a minute or more for the poison to become thick enough to cause
+-harm, it is likely that the character won’t realize at first that they’ve sprung a trap.
++harm, it is likely that the character won't realize at first that they've sprung a trap.
+
+ A variant of this trap fills the room with flammable gas, which explodes if there is an open flame (such as from a
+-torch) or a spark (such as a metal weapon against metal armor), inflicting fire damage equal to the trap’s level.
++torch) or a spark (such as a metal weapon against metal armor), inflicting fire damage equal to the trap's level.
+
+ A further variant fills the room with dead air (containing no oxygen), which slowly extinguishes flames and suffocates
+ creatures.
+@@ -54810,7 +54810,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Defends as level 7
+
+-GM Intrusion: The boulder crashes through a door or wall, giving other dangerous creatures access to the character’s
++GM Intrusion: The boulder crashes through a door or wall, giving other dangerous creatures access to the character's
+ location. The boulder blocks the way out. The boulder carries a character along with it for some distance. The boulder
+ is hollow and full of burning oil, leaving a fiery trail behind it. The boulder is hollow and contains undead skeletons,
+ which jump out as it moves and attack nearby creatures.
+@@ -54818,7 +54818,7 @@
+ SLICING BLADE 5 (15)
+
+ A thin blade slices out from a gap in the wall, floor, or ceiling. The trap might be designed to sweep the entire area
+-(such as the width of a corridor) or leave a tiny safe space just beyond the blade’s reach so a creature who knows of
++(such as the width of a corridor) or leave a tiny safe space just beyond the blade's reach so a creature who knows of
+ the trap can get past it. This kind of trap is usually designed to reset automatically after a minute or has a lever
+ nearby that allows a creature to reset it manually.
+
+@@ -54868,7 +54868,7 @@
+ TELEPORTER 6 (18)
+
+ The trap magically moves the character to another location within about 1,000 feet (300 m), typically a prison cell, an
+-oubliette, or a very deep pit. It’s more efficient to kill an intruder than to teleport them, so teleportation is
++oubliette, or a very deep pit. It's more efficient to kill an intruder than to teleport them, so teleportation is
+ usually reserved for trapping creatures for interrogation.
+
+ Damage Inflicted: None
+@@ -54885,13 +54885,13 @@
+
+ Most of these descriptors are for characters who are or become significantly nonhuman
+
+-nonhuman; for example, the Dragon descriptor means you’re a four-legged, winged dragon who can breathe flame. These
++nonhuman; for example, the Dragon descriptor means you're a four-legged, winged dragon who can breathe flame. These
+ descriptors include suggestions for how to advance or improve your inherent nature as that sort of creature (becoming
+ even more dragonish if you are a Dragon, for example). The GM should allow a character with such a descriptor to choose
+ any of these abilities (and any others the GM feels are appropriate for the descriptor) in place of a type ability,
+ either upon advancing to a new tier or selecting them as an other option of character advancement by spending 4 XP.
+
+-It’s Only Magic Descriptors: Chimera, Dragon, Ghost, Hunter, Nix, Sylph, Unmagical
++It's Only Magic Descriptors: Chimera, Dragon, Ghost, Hunter, Nix, Sylph, Unmagical
+
+ Chimera
+
+@@ -54899,13 +54899,13 @@
+
+ like a satyr or minotaur, or you may have a unique combination of features. Bison horns,
+
+-boar tusks, bear paws, a wolf’s tail, a lion’s mane: take your pick. Your thickened skin offers
++boar tusks, bear paws, a wolf's tail, a lion's mane: take your pick. Your thickened skin offers
+
+ protection from attacks and the elements. Depending on your dexterity—and whether you
+
+ have opposable thumbs—you may use adaptive weapons and tools, like a dagger modified
+
+-to be held in a paw instead of a hand. You’re eager to protect the ones closest to you, and
++to be held in a paw instead of a hand. You're eager to protect the ones closest to you, and
+
+ usually more likely to run toward conflict than away from it.
+
+@@ -54915,7 +54915,7 @@
+
+ Animal Strength: +1 to your Might Pool.
+
+-Charging Ahead: You’re trained in initiative.
++Charging Ahead: You're trained in initiative.
+
+ For the Gang: You stick up for your friends. When you draw the attack, your defense is only hindered by one step.
+
+@@ -54924,7 +54924,7 @@
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure: From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first
+ adventure.
+
+-1\. A herd, a pride, a pack, a flock: whatever the collective noun for chimeras is, you’re looking to build (or join)
++1\. A herd, a pride, a pack, a flock: whatever the collective noun for chimeras is, you're looking to build (or join)
+ one.
+
+ 2\. You need supplies to adapt a legendary weapon perfectly to your physique.
+@@ -54950,9 +54950,9 @@
+ Dragon
+
+ You can shift at will between a dragon and humanoid form; you may choose to spend more time in one form or the other. In
+-your dragon form you’re about 10 feet (3.5 m) long with four legs, leathery wings, and a serpentlike tail. You’re drawn
+-to treasure and shiny things, but you’re willing to share your hoard with those you trust. Though you can speak human
+-languages, you can’t ignore the fact that you’re a wild part of your local ecosystem—at least some of the time. You’re
++your dragon form you're about 10 feet (3.5 m) long with four legs, leathery wings, and a serpentlike tail. You're drawn
++to treasure and shiny things, but you're willing to share your hoard with those you trust. Though you can speak human
++languages, you can't ignore the fact that you're a wild part of your local ecosystem—at least some of the time. You're
+ an apex predator, driven to fly and to hunt, and you brumate in cold temperatures like other reptiles.
+
+ Brumation is a state of sluggishness and inactivity entered by reptiles in response to low temperatures.
+@@ -54984,11 +54984,11 @@
+
+ 1\. The other PCs were hired as dragon hunters, but once they met you they realized their mission was misguided.
+
+-2\. You’re hoping to find a specific discontinued currency to add to your hoard.
++2\. You're hoping to find a specific discontinued currency to add to your hoard.
+
+ 3\. You got stuck in your dragon form while molting, and the other PCs helped remove your shed skin.
+
+-4\. You’re gathering ingredients for a difficult spell that will increase the range and intensity of your fire-breathing
++4\. You're gathering ingredients for a difficult spell that will increase the range and intensity of your fire-breathing
+ attacks.
+
+ Dragon Advancement:
+@@ -55007,20 +55007,20 @@
+
+ Ghost
+
+-Unfortunately, you’re dead. But hey, it’s not all bad! Your spirit has remained in the mortal world. You can still walk
+-among the living, but you no longer need pesky things like food or sleep. It’s up to you how long you’ve been dead,
+-whether you remember your death, and why you’ve stuck around: seeking revenge, settling a debt, protecting your
+-descendants, perfecting your great-grandma’s pecan pie recipe, or something else entirely.
++Unfortunately, you're dead. But hey, it's not all bad! Your spirit has remained in the mortal world. You can still walk
++among the living, but you no longer need pesky things like food or sleep. It's up to you how long you've been dead,
++whether you remember your death, and why you've stuck around: seeking revenge, settling a debt, protecting your
++descendants, perfecting your great-grandma's pecan pie recipe, or something else entirely.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+ Ghostly Wisdom: +2 to your Intellect Pool.
+
+-Sneaky: You’re trained in stealth and intimidation.
++Sneaky: You're trained in stealth and intimidation.
+
+-Incorporeal: You’re trained in Speed defense.
++Incorporeal: You're trained in Speed defense.
+
+-Calling the Dead: You’re trained in communicating with other ghosts, wraiths, undead, and so on. You can also serve as a
++Calling the Dead: You're trained in communicating with other ghosts, wraiths, undead, and so on. You can also serve as a
+ catalyst for communication with the dead, providing an asset to a living character attempting such a task (such as a
+ séance or summoning).
+
+@@ -55028,19 +55028,19 @@
+
+ Dead: Positive social interaction tasks with living creatures are hindered.
+
+-Uniform: You’re permanently wearing the clothes you had on when you died. This can hinder social interactions if you’re
++Uniform: You're permanently wearing the clothes you had on when you died. This can hinder social interactions if you're
+ inappropriately dressed for the setting (wearing a bathrobe and slippers to a formal party, for example).
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure: From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first
+ adventure.
+
+-1\. You’re on a journey to make amends with someone you wronged in life.
++1\. You're on a journey to make amends with someone you wronged in life.
+
+-2\. You’re looking for the resting place of your physical body so you can be resurrected.
++2\. You're looking for the resting place of your physical body so you can be resurrected.
+
+ 3\. One of the other PCs is a distant relative, and you need to keep them alive so your bloodline continues.
+
+-4\. You’re studying the secrets of reincarnation and suspect that one of the other PCs has vital information.
++4\. You're studying the secrets of reincarnation and suspect that one of the other PCs has vital information.
+
+ Ghost Advancement:
+
+@@ -55060,21 +55060,21 @@
+
+ You once rode with the Wild Hunt: an immortal cavalry who traversed the skies in secret each night, gathering the souls
+ of those who died in battle and carrying them to the beyond. These days, the Wild Hunt has downsized and your nights are
+-your own. You’re mortal again, too, but it’s impossible to forget the terrifying freedom and power you once held. Maybe
+-you’ve let nostalgia make you bitter, or maybe you don’t miss the Hunt at all, instead living in fear of being
++your own. You're mortal again, too, but it's impossible to forget the terrifying freedom and power you once held. Maybe
++you've let nostalgia make you bitter, or maybe you don't miss the Hunt at all, instead living in fear of being
+ conscripted once more.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+ Agile: +2 to your Speed Pool.
+
+-Equestrian: You’re trained in handling and riding horses.
++Equestrian: You're trained in handling and riding horses.
+
+-Sword Hand: You’re proficient with two-handed swords and can use them without penalty.
++Sword Hand: You're proficient with two-handed swords and can use them without penalty.
+
+-Hearing the Dead: You’re skilled in all social interactions with ghosts.
++Hearing the Dead: You're skilled in all social interactions with ghosts.
+
+-The Call of the Hunt: You’re often distracted by sounds that remind you of the Wild Hunt, such as horns and baying
++The Call of the Hunt: You're often distracted by sounds that remind you of the Wild Hunt, such as horns and baying
+ hounds. Tasks requiring concentration are hindered.
+
+ Lost Years: In the years you belonged to the Wild Hunt, you lost touch with advancing technology. Tasks involving
+@@ -55083,22 +55083,22 @@
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure: From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first
+ adventure.
+
+-1\. You ferried the soul of a PC’s relative to the afterlife. When you left the Wild Hunt, you found the PC to tell them
+-of their relative’s brave deeds.
++1\. You ferried the soul of a PC's relative to the afterlife. When you left the Wild Hunt, you found the PC to tell them
++of their relative's brave deeds.
+
+-2\. The living only see the Wild Hunt cross the sky if they’re destined for disaster. A PC saw the Wild Hunt years ago,
+-and you’ve taken it upon yourself to protect them.
++2\. The living only see the Wild Hunt cross the sky if they're destined for disaster. A PC saw the Wild Hunt years ago,
++and you've taken it upon yourself to protect them.
+
+-3\. You’re afraid that the leader of the Wild Hunt will summon you, and you need help concealing yourself.
++3\. You're afraid that the leader of the Wild Hunt will summon you, and you need help concealing yourself.
+
+-4\. You’re searching for the horse you remember riding—a massive undead stallion with flaming hooves.
++4\. You're searching for the horse you remember riding—a massive undead stallion with flaming hooves.
+
+ Nix
+
+-You’re a shapeshifting water spirit. You can walk on two legs and breathe air, but when you’re submerged, you gain a
++You're a shapeshifting water spirit. You can walk on two legs and breathe air, but when you're submerged, you gain a
+ tail, fins, and gills. You probably live near flowing water, with no preference for salinity or temperature; you also
+ have a general affinity for nature and a knack for identifying useful plants. Your playful and upbeat disposition
+-doesn’t mean you’re passive or helpless. Though you may prefer to talk your way out of tough situations, you’re quick to
++doesn't mean you're passive or helpless. Though you may prefer to talk your way out of tough situations, you're quick to
+ react to threats—especially in water, where you maneuver with deadly accuracy.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+@@ -55113,25 +55113,25 @@
+
+ Quick Swimming: You can swim a long distance as your action, or a short distance as part of another action.
+
+-Close to Nature: You’re skilled in identifying plants and animals.
++Close to Nature: You're skilled in identifying plants and animals.
+
+-Siren Song: You’re extremely charismatic. You’re skilled in persuasion and deception.
++Siren Song: You're extremely charismatic. You're skilled in persuasion and deception.
+
+-Distractible: You have a hard time focusing. You’re hindered in tasks involving knowledge or lore, as well as resisting
++Distractible: You have a hard time focusing. You're hindered in tasks involving knowledge or lore, as well as resisting
+ mental attacks.
+
+-Inability: When you’re in water, attacks using weapons are hindered.
++Inability: When you're in water, attacks using weapons are hindered.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure: From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first
+ adventure.
+
+ 1\. The other PCs were stranded in a shipwreck, and you saved them.
+
+-2\. A factory is polluting your local body of water, and you’re looking for revenge.
++2\. A factory is polluting your local body of water, and you're looking for revenge.
+
+ 3\. You played a prank on the other PCs while they were swimming; after a good laugh, they invited you to join them.
+
+-4\. You’ve been sent to search for a rare plant, believed by many to be extinct.
++4\. You've been sent to search for a rare plant, believed by many to be extinct.
+
+ Nix Advancement:
+
+@@ -55149,9 +55149,9 @@
+
+ Sylph
+
+-You’re an air spirit, with the gift of wingless flight and hawklike eyes. You’re happiest when you have an aerial view;
++You're an air spirit, with the gift of wingless flight and hawklike eyes. You're happiest when you have an aerial view;
+ you lean more toward strategy than action, calling the shots from an unmatched vantage point. Your sensitivity to air
+-currents and atmospheric pressure means you’re able to predict weather patterns, which you incorporate into your
++currents and atmospheric pressure means you're able to predict weather patterns, which you incorporate into your
+ machinations.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+@@ -55161,9 +55161,9 @@
+ Sylph Flight (2 Intellect or Speed points): You can fly a long distance as your action, or a short distance as part of
+ another action, for up to ten minutes total. Enabler.
+
+-Top-Down Strategy: You’re skilled in logistics and planning.
++Top-Down Strategy: You're skilled in logistics and planning.
+
+-Sharp Vision: You’re trained in visual perception.
++Sharp Vision: You're trained in visual perception.
+
+ Oncoming Storm (1 Intellect point): You can predict weather patterns (approaching storm systems, cloud cover, wind
+ direction) for the next twelve hours. Action.
+@@ -55197,13 +55197,13 @@
+
+ Unmagical
+
+-You’re not good at using magic. In fact, it’s clear that you’re inherently unmagical—magic is as confusing, difficult,
+-and awkward for you as learning lava spells would be for a frost giant. It’s not that you don’t believe in magic (though
+-maybe you don’t) or that you don’t like magic (though maybe you don’t). It’s just that you and magic are incompatible.
+-You’ve learned to compensate for this problem and even turn it into an advantage in some cases.
++You're not good at using magic. In fact, it's clear that you're inherently unmagical—magic is as confusing, difficult,
++and awkward for you as learning lava spells would be for a frost giant. It's not that you don't believe in magic (though
++maybe you don't) or that you don't like magic (though maybe you don't). It's just that you and magic are incompatible.
++You've learned to compensate for this problem and even turn it into an advantage in some cases.
+
+-An Unmagical character shouldn’t be able to overcome their inability by becoming trained in magic. The GM might allow
+-them to train away part of the inability with training in specific skills, such as “Onslaught” or “magical weapons.”
++An Unmagical character shouldn't be able to overcome their inability by becoming trained in magic. The GM might allow
++them to train away part of the inability with training in specific skills, such as "Onslaught" or "magical weapons."
+
+ Playing an Adept or Speaker character with the Unmagical descriptor is a challenge, as their abilities mostly stem from
+ supernatural power and therefore all of them would be hindered. This descriptor is mainly for Warriors and Explorers who
+@@ -55225,7 +55225,7 @@
+
+ 1\. One of the other PCs initially diagnosed you as unmagical, which made a lot of your life suddenly make sense.
+
+-2\. You think this group of PCs might be on track to figuring out why some people are unmagical and perhaps “fixing”
++2\. You think this group of PCs might be on track to figuring out why some people are unmagical and perhaps "fixing"
+ them.
+
+ 3\. You and the other PCs have the same rival or foe—someone who once tried using magic on you and failed spectacularly.
+@@ -55236,16 +55236,16 @@
+
+ This section presents new foci that can be used as-is in most modern fantasy campaigns. Each of them has an expanded
+ description with more story details than the foci in the Cypher System Rulebook (which have short, broad descriptions
+-suitable for other genres). The GM and player should adjust these details to suit the specific campaign they’ll be
++suitable for other genres). The GM and player should adjust these details to suit the specific campaign they'll be
+ playing.
+
+ Codes Magic Apps
+
+ You are a maker, a crafter, but you use a unique combination of code and magic instead of wood, steel, or circuit
+-boards. Like anyone who’s spent a lot of time working on a computer, you’ve learned some strange secrets, not all of
+-them entirely legal, and you know a lot about games, people, and how things work. More than just a computer nerd, you’re
++boards. Like anyone who's spent a lot of time working on a computer, you've learned some strange secrets, not all of
++them entirely legal, and you know a lot about games, people, and how things work. More than just a computer nerd, you're
+ a developer and (although you might not admit it) a hacker. Most of your specialized gear is hardware or software for
+-your computer or smart device, so you can dress however you want. You’re probably used to wearing comfortable clothes,
++your computer or smart device, so you can dress however you want. You're probably used to wearing comfortable clothes,
+ sitting for hours at a time, and enjoying many caffeinated beverages (that have permanently discolored some of your
+ clothing).
+
+@@ -55256,10 +55256,10 @@
+
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You know they know an embarrassing or incriminating secret about you.
+
+-3\. Pick one other PC. Something about this person annoys or distracts you so that when they’re within immediate range,
++3\. Pick one other PC. Something about this person annoys or distracts you so that when they're within immediate range,
+ your tasks with computers and magical lore are hindered.
+
+-4\. Pick one other PC. Every now and then, you’re able to copy a magical app cypher and send it to them (effectively
++4\. Pick one other PC. Every now and then, you're able to copy a magical app cypher and send it to them (effectively
+ creating a duplicate of one of yours).
+
+ Additional Equipment: Computer (laptop or desktop) and a smartphone or tablet.
+@@ -55295,7 +55295,7 @@
+ Magical App Hacker: All magical app cyphers you use function at one level higher than normal. If given a week, you can
+ tinker with one of your magical app cyphers, transforming it into another magical app cypher of the same type that you
+ had in the past. The GM and player should collaborate to ensure that the transformation is logical—for example, a
+-magical app that creates a fiery explosion probably can’t be turned into a healing app. Enabler.
++magical app that creates a fiery explosion probably can't be turned into a healing app. Enabler.
+
+ Tier 5:
+
+@@ -55316,15 +55316,15 @@
+ a magical member of the armed forces, or an outlaw with a flair for arcane power. Gun nuts and wizard purists might look
+ down on your blended technique, but you can do things that nobody else can do. You might call yourself a guncaster,
+ spellshooter, or triggermage. You wear clothing that leaves your arms and hands free to use your weapon and cast spells,
+-preferring something more flashy than a gunslinger’s long coat and more intimidating than typical magician or witch
++preferring something more flashy than a gunslinger's long coat and more intimidating than typical magician or witch
+ clothing.
+
+ Connection:
+
+-1\. Pick one other PC. You once grazed this character with one of your spell bullets; it’s up to them whether they’ve
++1\. Pick one other PC. You once grazed this character with one of your spell bullets; it's up to them whether they've
+ forgiven you or still resent you for it.
+
+-2\. Pick one other PC. You’ve accidentally discovered that you can shoot their spells out of your gun just like you do
++2\. Pick one other PC. You've accidentally discovered that you can shoot their spells out of your gun just like you do
+ with your own spells, but the PC must be touchingyour gun while you fire it.
+
+ 3\. Pick one other PC. Based on your interactions, you think this character resents your use of guns, magic, or both.
+@@ -55334,9 +55334,9 @@
+
+ Additional Equipment: Medium or heavy handgun.
+
+-Minor Effect Suggestion: The attack hits the side of the foe’s head, deafening them for a few minutes.
++Minor Effect Suggestion: The attack hits the side of the foe's head, deafening them for a few minutes.
+
+-Major Effect Suggestion: The foe’s major blood vessel is hit, causing them to bleed 1 point of damage each round until
++Major Effect Suggestion: The foe's major blood vessel is hit, causing them to bleed 1 point of damage each round until
+ someone succeeds at a difficulty 3 Intellect or Speed task to bind the wound.
+
+ Tier 1:
+@@ -55347,21 +55347,21 @@
+ standard bullet for it as part of your attack action with that weapon.
+
+ Alternatively, instead of casting a spell in the normal manner, you can channel it through your handgun, firing it like
+-a bullet. This is as loud as firing a normal bullet and uses the handgun’s range (typically long) if that is longer than
+-the spell’s normal range. If the spell is an attack spell, instead of making an Intellect-based attack you make a
++a bullet. This is as loud as firing a normal bullet and uses the handgun's range (typically long) if that is longer than
++the spell's normal range. If the spell is an attack spell, instead of making an Intellect-based attack you make a
+ Speed-based attack; assets and skill with guns apply to the attack, and you use your Speed Pool if you apply Effort to
+ ease the attack. This means you use Intellect to cast the spell (and for applying Effort for additional effects or extra
+ damage) and Speed for the attack roll (using Intellect Edge and Speed Edge for their respective Pools). Enabler.
+
+-You can use Spell Bullet to cast a spell that affects multiple targets. This might look like you’re firing multiple
++You can use Spell Bullet to cast a spell that affects multiple targets. This might look like you're firing multiple
+ times or the one shot is passing through or ricocheting off each target.
+
+ Tier 2:
+
+ Gun Jammer (2+ Intellect points): You can interfere with a firearm so the next time it is used, it jams or misfires. The
+ weapon must be within short range and you must be able to see it. Make an Intellect-based attack against the weapon or
+-its bearer (whichever level is higher). If you succeed, the next attack with the firearm fails, and the weapon won’t
+-fire until someone uses an action to correct the problem. If you activate this ability when it isn’t your turn, your
++its bearer (whichever level is higher). If you succeed, the next attack with the firearm fails, and the weapon won't
++fire until someone uses an action to correct the problem. If you activate this ability when it isn't your turn, your
+ attack against the weapon is hindered. In addition to the normal options for using Effort, you can use Effort to affect
+ more firearms; each level of Effort affects one additional target. Action or enabler.
+
+@@ -55370,7 +55370,7 @@
+ Ability Choice: Choose either Iron Eye or Trained Guncasting as your tier 3 ability.
+
+ Iron Eye: You inflict an additional 3 points of damage with any single-target attack spell cast through a firearm using
+-Spell Bullet. If the attack spell doesn’t inflict damage, you instead can modify the spell as if you had applied a level
++Spell Bullet. If the attack spell doesn't inflict damage, you instead can modify the spell as if you had applied a level
+ of Intellect Effort to it. Enabler.
+
+ Trained Guncasting: You are trained in using guns (whether firing normal bullets or Spell Bullets). Enabler.
+@@ -55393,7 +55393,7 @@
+ Ability Choice: Choose either Deadeye or Special Shot as your tier 6 ability.
+
+ Deadeye: You inflict an additional 6 points of damage with any single-target attack spell cast through a firearm using
+-Spell Bullet. If the attack spell doesn’t inflict damage, you instead can modify the spell as if you had applied two
++Spell Bullet. If the attack spell doesn't inflict damage, you instead can modify the spell as if you had applied two
+ levels of Intellect Effort to it. If you have the Iron Eye ability, you can exchange it for Trained Guncasting. Enabler.
+
+ Special Shot
+@@ -55402,34 +55402,34 @@
+
+ You know enough about magic to mistrust anyone who uses it, especially witches—people who study ancient rituals, make
+ pacts with evil creatures, and use their power for personal gain. Warped by their abilities, they are dangerous threats
+-to regular folks, and it’s up to people like you to find and eliminate those threats. Sure, some witches claim to be
+-good and even act friendly, but you’ve seen it go bad all too often, and you won’t be fooled again. You always carry
++to regular folks, and it's up to people like you to find and eliminate those threats. Sure, some witches claim to be
++good and even act friendly, but you've seen it go bad all too often, and you won't be fooled again. You always carry
+ weapons for fighting witches, or at least know what common tools will do as a weapon in a pinch. You wear clothing
+-appropriate to the region and era (especially if regular people don’t know about magic or witches and you have to hide
++appropriate to the region and era (especially if regular people don't know about magic or witches and you have to hide
+ what you do). You may have a token, icon, or other reminder of your purpose, such as a lucky coin, a holy book, or a
+ pouch of magic-thwarting herbs given to you by your mentor.
+
+-What a “witch” is depends on the setting. In a setting where magic is rare or secret, superstitious people might
+-consider anyone who uses magic to be a dangerous witch. In a different setting, “witch” might refer to a specific
++What a "witch" is depends on the setting. In a setting where magic is rare or secret, superstitious people might
++consider anyone who uses magic to be a dangerous witch. In a different setting, "witch" might refer to a specific
+ organization of people who know how to use magic.
+
+ Connection:
+
+-1\. Pick one other PC. You are friends, and you’d hate to see anything bad happen to them.
++1\. Pick one other PC. You are friends, and you'd hate to see anything bad happen to them.
+
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You know that some mysterious quality about them makes witches tend to choose them as targets
+ over other people.
+
+-3\. Pick one other PC. You know they’ve had a run-in with a witch before, and you want to hear how that played out.
++3\. Pick one other PC. You know they've had a run-in with a witch before, and you want to hear how that played out.
+
+-4\. Pick one other PC. You’ve known this person quite a while, and in fact it was a witch attack against them that
++4\. Pick one other PC. You've known this person quite a while, and in fact it was a witch attack against them that
+ convinced you to start hunting witches.
+
+ Additional Equipment: A book of lore about witches, passed down to you from past witch hunters and updated over the
+ years (or decades or centuries) with their advice and discoveries about witches.
+
+ Minor Effect Suggestion: You intimidate your foe so much that they pause, taking no action on their next turn (but
+-they’re still able to defend themselves).
++they're still able to defend themselves).
+
+ Major Effect Suggestion: You are so intimidating that your foe chooses to flee, or at least retreat a bit to recover its
+ courage and think of a new strategy.
+@@ -55478,15 +55478,15 @@
+ Inks Spells on Skin
+
+ Your enchanted heritage is etched upon you. Studying strange formulas, mystic runes, and magical glyphs to learn spells
+-is one thing. Making spells truly a part of you is another, but that’s exactly what you do when you apply magical inks
++is one thing. Making spells truly a part of you is another, but that's exactly what you do when you apply magical inks
+ to create intricate spell tattoos across your body. Each tattoo you inscribe on yourself is not merely a design, but the
+ keystone of a spell, giving you the ability to cast it. Because your tattoos are magical, you can continually add to
+-those you’ve already accumulated without ruining the designs, allowing your mastery over magic to grow. You often wear
++those you've already accumulated without ruining the designs, allowing your mastery over magic to grow. You often wear
+ clothing that bares your arms and perhaps other parts of your body to expose your tattoos, so that others know you for a
+ spellcaster.
+
+ Readying Spell Tattoos: You learn two abilities (spells) at every tier of this focus, and each of them becomes a tattoo
+-on your body. However, for each tier’s spells, you can only have one of the two readied (available for casting) at any
++on your body. However, for each tier's spells, you can only have one of the two readied (available for casting) at any
+ given time, and the other is merely an interesting design until you change your readied spell for that tier. To change
+ one readied spell, immediately after using a one-hour or ten-hour recovery roll, you must spend one minute in
+ meditation, after which you can swap one readied spell.
+@@ -55496,10 +55496,10 @@
+
+ Connection:
+
+-1\. Pick one other PC. They once broke a bottle of one of your magical tattoo inks. It’s up to you if you’ve forgiven
++1\. Pick one other PC. They once broke a bottle of one of your magical tattoo inks. It's up to you if you've forgiven
+ them or not.
+
+-2\. Pick one other PC. You think they could learn your tattoo magic, and you’d like to teach them. They may or may not
++2\. Pick one other PC. You think they could learn your tattoo magic, and you'd like to teach them. They may or may not
+ be interested in learning it.
+
+ 3\. Pick one other PC. Whenever you ready your spells for the day, this character feels faint pain on their body where
+@@ -55531,8 +55531,8 @@
+ Mist Form (4 Intellect points): You change into a cloud of mist for up to ten minutes, filling an immediate area. You
+ gain an asset to sneaking tasks and Speed defense tasks, but you lose the benefit of any armor you wear. You can pass
+ through any barrier that allows air to move through it (such as a fence, wire screen, cloth, or pipe), moving up to an
+-immediate distance each round. You can’t affect or be affected by normal matter, but energy attacks (like fire or
+-explosions) and mental attacks still affect you. You cannot speak but can still use abilities that don’t rely on human
++immediate distance each round. You can't affect or be affected by normal matter, but energy attacks (like fire or
++explosions) and mental attacks still affect you. You cannot speak but can still use abilities that don't rely on human
+ speech or affecting physical matter (other than yourself). If large portions of the mist are separated (such as behind a
+ closed door) when you return to human form, you move one step down the damage track. Action to change or revert.
+
+@@ -55582,23 +55582,23 @@
+
+ Your skill behind the wheel is legendary, combining natural talent and specialized magic to perform stunts and tricks
+ that are impossible for regular people. Nothing beats the feel of wind in your hair, except maybe the intense purr of a
+-finely tuned engine augmented by sorcery. You love pushing yourself (and your vehicle) to the limit, even if it’s
++finely tuned engine augmented by sorcery. You love pushing yourself (and your vehicle) to the limit, even if it's
+ dangerous—better to die a legend than live a long, dull life driving something boring. You enjoy drawing attention to
+ yourself, so you tend to wear sleek clothing, stylish sunglasses, and borderline-gaudy jewelry, but never anything that
+ interferes with your ability to control a car or cast a spell.
+
+ Connection:
+
+-1\. Pick one other PC. To repay a favor they did for you a while ago, you promised to drive them somewhere. They haven’t
++1\. Pick one other PC. To repay a favor they did for you a while ago, you promised to drive them somewhere. They haven't
+ taken you up on it yet.
+
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You were the getaway driver for them once in the past— perhaps for something criminal, a car
+ stunt for a viral video, or to avoid a bad situation.
+
+ 3\. Pick one other PC. You know they were once in a very bad car collision that left the vehicle a wreck, but they
+-somehow weren’t hurt at all.
++somehow weren't hurt at all.
+
+-4\. Pick one other PC. They used to associate with someone who was trying to hunt you down, but they haven’t been in
++4\. Pick one other PC. They used to associate with someone who was trying to hunt you down, but they haven't been in
+ contact with that person in a while.
+
+ Additional Equipment: A reasonably fast car.
+@@ -55616,11 +55616,11 @@
+
+ One Hand on the Wheel: As an action, you can cast a one-action spell and attempt a driving task. Enabler.
+
+-Car Magic (3+ Intellect points): You can alter a magical ability you cast so it also affects the vehicle you’re driving,
+-as if it were a part of you. For example, if you’re driving and you cast Hover on yourself, you and the car begin to
++Car Magic (3+ Intellect points): You can alter a magical ability you cast so it also affects the vehicle you're driving,
++as if it were a part of you. For example, if you're driving and you cast Hover on yourself, you and the car begin to
+ float; if you cast Invisibility on yourself, you and the car turn invisible. Spells cast on a car this way tend to last
+ only a few rounds before expiring (although the spell still lasts its full duration on you). The cost of Car Magic is
+-added to the cost of the spell you’re casting. In addition to the normal options for using Effort, you can use Effort to
++added to the cost of the spell you're casting. In addition to the normal options for using Effort, you can use Effort to
+ affect other creatures within the car; each level of Effort used in this way affects up to two additional creatures in
+ the car. Enabler.
+
+@@ -55637,8 +55637,8 @@
+
+ You can send your car into a pocket dimension that moves with you and is just large enough to hold it. Nobody other than
+ you can perceive or access this space unless they have the ability to interact with transdimensional areas. The space is
+-a part of you, so you can’t use it to store the car if you and the car have more cyphers than your limit, a detonation
+-cypher activated inside the car while it’s in the space harms you, and so on. Storing or retrieving the car happens over
++a part of you, so you can't use it to store the car if you and the car have more cyphers than your limit, a detonation
++cypher activated inside the car while it's in the space harms you, and so on. Storing or retrieving the car happens over
+ one minute as it slowly (and visibly) vanishes or reappears; you can reduce this time to just one round if you succeed
+ at a level 4 Intellect task. Action to initiate.
+
+@@ -55663,7 +55663,7 @@
+ combat or when it takes actions. You can only control one car at a time with this ability (although you could manually
+ drive one car and magically
+
+-control another car at the same time). If you are driving the car you’re controlling with this ability, your driving
++control another car at the same time). If you are driving the car you're controlling with this ability, your driving
+ tasks and extreme tricks with the car (such as jumping a ravine or other vehicle, spinning in the air, landing safely on
+ another vehicle, and so on) are eased. Enabler.
+
+@@ -55671,10 +55671,10 @@
+
+ Learned From the Classics
+
+-Magic comes intuitively to some people, but you’ve always had to work a bit harder. Luckily, you find that research
++Magic comes intuitively to some people, but you've always had to work a bit harder. Luckily, you find that research
+ comes naturally. You know what questions to ask; you know which books, websites, or professionals will have the answers.
+-You spent years studying and practicing, and you taught yourself everything you know. Now you’re a skilled magician
+-who’s always eager to learn more—evidenced by your lengthy reading list.
++You spent years studying and practicing, and you taught yourself everything you know. Now you're a skilled magician
++who's always eager to learn more—evidenced by your lengthy reading list.
+
+ Connection: Choose one of the following or choose one of the Focus Connections in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+@@ -55683,7 +55683,7 @@
+
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You once owed this character a lot of money (or vice versa), although that debt is now paid.
+
+-3\. Pick one other PC. They remind you about an obscure author whose books you enjoy, and you can’t help but like them.
++3\. Pick one other PC. They remind you about an obscure author whose books you enjoy, and you can't help but like them.
+
+ 4\. Pick one other PC. You think this person is woefully ignorant about a lot of important topics (history, magic,
+ ethics, and so on).
+@@ -55710,7 +55710,7 @@
+
+ Enhanced Intellect Edge
+
+-Repeated Rituals: If you’ve successfully completed a ritual in the past, tasks for performing that ritual again are
++Repeated Rituals: If you've successfully completed a ritual in the past, tasks for performing that ritual again are
+ eased by two steps. Enabler
+
+ Tier 4:
+@@ -55750,15 +55750,15 @@
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You know they think your obsession with the moon is weird, pointless, or superstitious, and you
+ feel the need to prove them wrong.
+
+-3\. Pick one other PC. Sometimes you can’t detect them with any of your senses or affect them with your magic, even when
+-they’re right in front of you.
++3\. Pick one other PC. Sometimes you can't detect them with any of your senses or affect them with your magic, even when
++they're right in front of you.
+
+ 4\. Pick one other PC. Your power and theirs have an unusual connection; instead of using your one-action recovery roll
+ on yourself, you can use it on them (and vice versa).
+
+ Minor Effect Suggestion: Your foe is dazzled by a burst of moonlight, hindering them for one round.
+
+-Major Effect Suggestion: A surge of lunar power knocks your foe prone and disarms them of an object they’re holding,
++Major Effect Suggestion: A surge of lunar power knocks your foe prone and disarms them of an object they're holding,
+ which lands an immediate distance away.
+
+ Tier 1:
+@@ -55767,7 +55767,7 @@
+ distance with dim light, lasting for one minute. As your action or as part of the action of activating this ability, you
+ can tighten the beam so it focuses on one creature, inflicting either 4 points of cold damage or 2 points of Intellect
+ damage (ignores Armor), which immediately ends the spell. You automatically know if the struck creature is a
+-shapechanger (such as a werewolf), although this doesn’t tell you what kind of shapechanger they are or what their true
++shapechanger (such as a werewolf), although this doesn't tell you what kind of shapechanger they are or what their true
+ form is. Action.
+
+ Tier 2:
+@@ -55787,7 +55787,7 @@
+
+ Moon Adaptation: You can survive indefinitely in a vacuum environment (such as the moon or space).
+
+-Although Moon Adaptation protects you from the airless environment of the moon, people traveling with you aren’t so
++Although Moon Adaptation protects you from the airless environment of the moon, people traveling with you aren't so
+ lucky—unless you teleport directly to a pressurized location such as a moon base or an abandoned NASA vehicle.
+
+ Tier 4:
+@@ -55797,7 +55797,7 @@
+ minute (a creature can end this glow early as an action or by entering an area that moonlight cannot penetrate, such as
+ a deep cave or a room with no windows). You automatically know if any creature in the area is a shapechanger (such as a
+
+-werewolf), although this doesn’t tell you what kind of shapechanger they are or what their true form is. If you apply
++werewolf), although this doesn't tell you what kind of shapechanger they are or what their true form is. If you apply
+ Effort to increase the damage rather than to ease the task, you deal 2 additional points of damage per level of Effort
+ (instead of 3 points); targets in the area take 1 point of damage even if you fail the attack roll. Action.
+
+@@ -55820,9 +55820,9 @@
+ Steers The Coven
+
+ Magic is strongest when wielded by a community. The strength of a community is derived from the strength of its leader,
+-and you’ve taken on the role. Maybe you were chosen, or maybe you volunteered. Maybe you have an official title and
++and you've taken on the role. Maybe you were chosen, or maybe you volunteered. Maybe you have an official title and
+ responsibilities, or maybe you serve as an informal mentor. Maybe you run a coven with bylaws and a charter, or maybe
+-you host gatherings where your friends and family can perform rituals together. Regardless, you’re responsible for a
++you host gatherings where your friends and family can perform rituals together. Regardless, you're responsible for a
+ coalition of magicians who look to you for guidance, protection, and problem-solving.
+
+ Connection:
+@@ -55833,8 +55833,8 @@
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You want to learn more about this person so you can decide if they should join your coven or are
+ somehow a threat to it.
+
+-3\. Pick one other PC. Long ago you were very close to this character, but you drifted apart. You’ll need to decide if
+-you’re starting anew or trying to rekindle the old friendship.
++3\. Pick one other PC. Long ago you were very close to this character, but you drifted apart. You'll need to decide if
++you're starting anew or trying to rekindle the old friendship.
+
+ 4\. Pick one other PC. This character or someone they care about is in your coven, and you feel responsible for
+ protecting them.
+@@ -55853,7 +55853,7 @@
+
+ Tier 2:
+
+-Shepherd’s Fury
++Shepherd's Fury
+
+ Tier 3:
+
+@@ -55880,22 +55880,22 @@
+
+ Tier 6:
+
+-Ability Choice: Choose either Deep Consideration or Drawing on Life’s Experiences as your tier 6 ability.
++Ability Choice: Choose either Deep Consideration or Drawing on Life's Experiences as your tier 6 ability.
+
+ Deep Consideration
+
+-Drawing on Life’s Experiences
++Drawing on Life's Experiences
+
+ Transmits Energy
+
+-Magic is often compared to electromagnetism: it’s an invisible and ubiquitous force that holds everything together.
++Magic is often compared to electromagnetism: it's an invisible and ubiquitous force that holds everything together.
+ Magic runs through every living creature, the ground, and even the air around us. You can sense—and influence—the flow
+-of power, the way some people can hear currents running through wire. In a crisis, you attack by draining a foe’s
++of power, the way some people can hear currents running through wire. In a crisis, you attack by draining a foe's
+ energy. Otherwise, you focus on helping others by catalyzing and enhancing their magic abilities.
+
+ Connection:
+
+-1\. Pick one other PC. This character thinks you’re some sort of energy vampire, either dangerous or just annoying.
++1\. Pick one other PC. This character thinks you're some sort of energy vampire, either dangerous or just annoying.
+
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You believe they have insight about how to master your magic, if you can just convince them to
+ trust you with their secrets.
+@@ -55903,7 +55903,7 @@
+ 3\. Pick one other PC. You once knocked out this character with your power, but were able to jolt them back awake again.
+ At the time they seemed to think it was funny.
+
+-4\. Pick one other PC. You once recharged one of their powerful cyphers, although you’re not sure how you managed it.
++4\. Pick one other PC. You once recharged one of their powerful cyphers, although you're not sure how you managed it.
+
+ Minor Effect Suggestion: You gently drain 2 points of energy from your foe, which you can divide between your Might and
+ Speed Pools.
+@@ -55914,7 +55914,7 @@
+ Tier 1:
+
+ Lend a Hand: If an ally attempts a magical task and fails, they can try again without spending Effort if you help them.
+-You provide this advantage to your friend even if you are not trained in the task that they’re retrying. Enabler.
++You provide this advantage to your friend even if you are not trained in the task that they're retrying. Enabler.
+
+ Tier 2:
+
+@@ -55926,9 +55926,9 @@
+
+ Buddy System
+
+-Tap Currents: You can draw energy from the earth itself into your body. If you concentrate and don’t move from where
+-you’re standing for one minute, you restore 3 points to your Might or Speed Pool. Once you use this ability, you can’t
+-use it again until you’ve made a ten-hour recovery roll. If you have the Store Energy ability, you can instead use Tap
++Tap Currents: You can draw energy from the earth itself into your body. If you concentrate and don't move from where
++you're standing for one minute, you restore 3 points to your Might or Speed Pool. Once you use this ability, you can't
++use it again until you've made a ten-hour recovery roll. If you have the Store Energy ability, you can instead use Tap
+ Currents to add 3 points to your Siphon Pool. (This use of this ability is not limited to one use per ten-hour recovery
+ roll.) Action to initiate.
+
+@@ -55954,12 +55954,12 @@
+
+ Turns Decay to Growth
+
+-You’re comfortable with decomposition: the bacteria and fungi that break down organic material are living creatures, and
+-you coax magic from the interplay of life and death. To you, rot isn’t cause for revulsion—it’s an opportunity to build
++You're comfortable with decomposition: the bacteria and fungi that break down organic material are living creatures, and
++you coax magic from the interplay of life and death. To you, rot isn't cause for revulsion—it's an opportunity to build
+ something new. Maggots, mushrooms, and mold are actors in your process, not unlike familiars. You probably keep a
+ garden, nourished by your meticulously maintained compost pile. Your community might express discomfort with your
+-methods, leading to friction. If you react to criticism by isolating yourself, you won’t be lonely for very long—what
+-you have to offer is vital and rare, and it’s inevitable that someone will ask you for help.
++methods, leading to friction. If you react to criticism by isolating yourself, you won't be lonely for very long—what
++you have to offer is vital and rare, and it's inevitable that someone will ask you for help.
+
+ Connection:
+
+@@ -55998,8 +55998,8 @@
+
+ Reading Decomposition (3 Intellect points): You gain knowledge about an area by reading energy released by decomposition
+ and decay. You can ask the GM a single, matter-of-fact question about the location and get an answer if you succeed on
+-the Intellect roll. “What was the last ritual performed in this room?” is a good example of a simple question. “Why was
+-this room used for a ritual?” is not an appropriate question, because it has more to do with the mindset of whoever
++the Intellect roll. "What was the last ritual performed in this room?" is a good example of a simple question. "Why was
++this room used for a ritual?" is not an appropriate question, because it has more to do with the mindset of whoever
+ performed the ritual than with qualities of the room. Simple questions usually have a difficulty of 2, but technical
+ questions or those that involve facts meant to be kept secret can have a much higher difficulty. Action.
+
+@@ -56035,7 +56035,7 @@
+
+ NEW ABILITIES (MODERN MAGIC)
+
+-Access the Broadcast (2+ Intellect points): You create a flat rectangular illusory “screen” within immediate range that
++Access the Broadcast (2+ Intellect points): You create a flat rectangular illusory "screen" within immediate range that
+ can display any broadcast television signal in your area (similar to using a television with an antenna) or any video
+ streams in the area (similar to tapping into a wireless network). The screen is anywhere from 1 to 3 feet (30 cm to 1 m)
+ across, includes stereo sound, and lasts for one hour. As an action, you can change the channel, the volume, or both.
+@@ -56043,7 +56043,7 @@
+ ability, you can increase the width of the screen by up to 3 feet (1 m). Action.
+
+ Wireless networks hosting video streams are usually locked or encrypted, which requires you to succeed on an
+-Intellect-based attack roll against the network’s level (typically level 4) to watch them.
++Intellect-based attack roll against the network's level (typically level 4) to watch them.
+
+ Background Music (1+ Intellect points): You create quiet background music in a short area, loud enough to be heard in a
+ room with normal conversation, but not so loud to be distracting or overwhelming. The music repeats through up to ten
+@@ -56067,9 +56067,9 @@
+ for up to one hour, after which they return to their sleeping spiritual form and cannot manifest again until after your
+ next ten-hour recovery roll. While manifested, they accompany you and follow your instructions. The familiar must remain
+ within an immediate distance of you; if they move farther away, they are yanked back into their magical mark at the end
+-of your following turn and cannot return until after your next ten-hour recovery roll. The familiar doesn’t make
++of your following turn and cannot return until after your next ten-hour recovery roll. The familiar doesn't make
+ attacks, but they can use their action to grant you an asset for any one attack you make on your turn. Otherwise, they
+-can take actions on their own (though you’ll likely roll for them). If the familiar is reduced to 0 health, they
++can take actions on their own (though you'll likely roll for them). If the familiar is reduced to 0 health, they
+ dissipate into their spiritual form and cannot manifest again until 1d6 + 2 days have passed. Action to manifest the
+ familiar.
+
+@@ -56080,7 +56080,7 @@
+ must not be affixed to anything, and must be within short range. The creature safely arrives at your chosen location
+ without any residual force. If the creature knows you and you have a free hand, you can automatically grab the creature
+ as part of the action of using this ability. This ability lacks the fine control to move anything with much speed, so in
+-most situations, it’s used to reposition an animal (such as a pet) out of a dangerous or inconvenient location. For
++most situations, it's used to reposition an animal (such as a pet) out of a dangerous or inconvenient location. For
+ example, you could safely pull a scared cat out from under a bed, retrieve a puppy from a storm drain, or relocate a
+ wild bird that got inside your house. Action.
+
+@@ -56103,7 +56103,7 @@
+ Action.
+
+ Magnification (1+ Intellect point): You create a rectangular frame, visible only to you, that doubles the magnification
+-of whatever you see through it. The frame defaults to hovering in front of your face about an arm’s length away, but you
++of whatever you see through it. The frame defaults to hovering in front of your face about an arm's length away, but you
+ can use your action to move it up, down, or to either side. The frame lasts for ten minutes and grants an asset on
+ perception tasks at range. For each level of Effort you apply to this ability, you can increase the magnification by
+ another increment (×3 for one level of Effort, ×4 for two levels of Effort, and so on). Action.
+@@ -56122,14 +56122,14 @@
+
+ Remote Slap (3 Intellect points): You use an active telephone, cellular, internet, or closed-circuit video connection to
+ slap a creature. The target must be actively using a device making use of this connection, such as being on the other
+-end of a phone call or text message, browsing the same social media website or app you’re using, or monitoring a
++end of a phone call or text message, browsing the same social media website or app you're using, or monitoring a
+ closed-circuit camera that is recording you. Make an Intellect-based attack against the creature; success means the
+-creature takes 1 point of damage, as if they had been telekinetically slapped in the face by the device they’re using.
++creature takes 1 point of damage, as if they had been telekinetically slapped in the face by the device they're using.
+ Each additional remote slap against that creature is hindered by an additional step (resetting after one hour). Action.
+
+ Share Memory (3 Intellect points): You share a memory of your choice with a willing creature you touch. The length of
+ the shared memory can be no longer than about five minutes, but you can summarize longer memories (such as how you met,
+-courted, and married your partner) with a “montage” that covers the most important details and underlying sentiment. The
++courted, and married your partner) with a "montage" that covers the most important details and underlying sentiment. The
+ target experiences the memory as an instantaneous vision, and is aware that it is your memory rather than their own
+ memory or experience. The memory is as vivid and accurate as you personally remember it. Action.
+
+@@ -56139,23 +56139,23 @@
+
+ The familiar is no larger than a large cat (about 20 pounds, or 9 kg); a typical soul familiar looks like a bird, cat,
+ rat, lizard, snake, or toad, but more unusual forms (such as a tiny demon, dragon, elemental, fey creature, or floating
+-skull) are also possible. You and the GM must work out the details of your familiar, and you’ll probably make rolls for
++skull) are also possible. You and the GM must work out the details of your familiar, and you'll probably make rolls for
+ them in combat or when they take actions. The familiar acts on your turn. Their movement is based on their creature type
+ (avian, swimmer, and so on).
+
+ You and your familiar can communicate telepathically within long range, or empathically within very long range. Beyond
+-this range, you can only sense each other’s general level of well-being.
++this range, you can only sense each other's general level of well-being.
+
+-Your familiar’s presence within short range counts as an asset for magical tasks that require at least one minute to
++Your familiar's presence within short range counts as an asset for magical tasks that require at least one minute to
+ activate or maintain.
+
+ If your familiar is within an immediate distance of you, you can roll any defense task for them, gaining the benefit of
+-your skills, assets, and Effort (the familiar’s Speed defense tasks are eased by two steps due to their size). While
++your skills, assets, and Effort (the familiar's Speed defense tasks are eased by two steps due to their size). While
+ within this distance, your familiar also gains the benefit of any ongoing spell you cast on yourself (for example, if
+ you cast a spell on yourself that lets you breathe water, your familiar can breathe water).
+
+-Foes can use your soul familiar’s connection to you against you. If a foe is holding or restraining your familiar (or
+-touching it while it is held or restrained by another creature or a device, such as manacles or a cage), the foe’s
++Foes can use your soul familiar's connection to you against you. If a foe is holding or restraining your familiar (or
++touching it while it is held or restrained by another creature or a device, such as manacles or a cage), the foe's
+ attacks and defenses against you are eased.
+
+ If an attack against your familiar would reduce their health to 0, you can magically intervene so their health is
+@@ -56169,12 +56169,12 @@
+
+ Soul familiar: level 2, Speed defense as level 4 due to size
+
+-A soul familiar with an animal form looks like a normal animal—there’s nothing obvious about them to indicate they’re
++A soul familiar with an animal form looks like a normal animal—there's nothing obvious about them to indicate they're
+ anything other than what they appear to be.
+
+ Statue Stasis (3 Intellect points): You transform into a lifelike bronze or stone statue of yourself for a specific
+ period of time (one minute, one hour, ten hours, or twenty-four hours). When in statue form, you are in stasis; you
+-don’t age, can take no actions (other than making recovery rolls while you “sleep”), and gain +10 to Armor against all
++don't age, can take no actions (other than making recovery rolls while you "sleep"), and gain +10 to Armor against all
+ forms of damage, including damage not normally affected by Armor. If you take enough damage to get through your armor,
+ the stasis effect immediately ends. Action.
+
+@@ -56185,30 +56185,30 @@
+
+ AMAZING
+
+-You have a knack for surprising people— performing impossible athletic feats, sneaking up on someone who’s alert, or
++You have a knack for surprising people— performing impossible athletic feats, sneaking up on someone who's alert, or
+ instantly reacting to an ambush. You like to make use of these talents to enhance (or rehabilitate) your reputation as a
+ hero prone to spectacular rescues, defeating foes way above your league, and arriving just in time to save the day.
+ Ironically,
+
+-in your normal daily life, you’re a little awkward and overlooked.
++in your normal daily life, you're a little awkward and overlooked.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+ Exceptional: +2 to your Speed Pool, and 2 additional points to divide among your stat Pools.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in initiative and stealth tasks.
++Skill: You're trained in initiative and stealth tasks.
+
+ Self-Hype: When you apply a level of Effort to a task, you get a free level of Effort. You can do this one time,
+ although the ability is renewed each time you make a one-hour or ten-hour recovery roll.
+
+ Inability: Your sudden appearances are startling to regular people. Positive social reactions are hindered (villains and
+-other superheroes aren’t affected by this).
++other superheroes aren't affected by this).
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+
+ From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first adventure.
+
+-1\. You got in a bit over your head, but another PC’s coincidental arrival gave you just the distraction you needed.
++1\. You got in a bit over your head, but another PC's coincidental arrival gave you just the distraction you needed.
+
+ 2\. You were tailing someone the other PCs were following and decided to drop in.
+
+@@ -56218,22 +56218,22 @@
+
+ INCREDIBLE
+
+-You’re misunderstood, and you might not even think of yourself as a hero, but somehow you keep ending up in situations
+-where your abilities are just what’s needed to prevent disaster. Maybe good luck cancels out just enough of being cursed
+-to count as a win. You’ve saved innocent lives, defeated some really bad people, and perhaps even cheated death a couple
+-of times. Half the time you don’t even know how you did it, but you succeeded at the impossible . . . often with a lot
+-of collateral damage. When you hear police sirens, it’s time to leave, but you know that trouble will find you
+-eventually—and you’ll be ready to smash it.
++You're misunderstood, and you might not even think of yourself as a hero, but somehow you keep ending up in situations
++where your abilities are just what's needed to prevent disaster. Maybe good luck cancels out just enough of being cursed
++to count as a win. You've saved innocent lives, defeated some really bad people, and perhaps even cheated death a couple
++of times. Half the time you don't even know how you did it, but you succeeded at the impossible . . . often with a lot
++of collateral damage. When you hear police sirens, it's time to leave, but you know that trouble will find you
++eventually—and you'll be ready to smash it.
+
+ Strong: +2 to your Might Pool, and 2 additional points to divide among your stat Pools.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in breaking things. Skill: You’re trained in all jumping tasks. Inability: Your destructive
++Skill: You're trained in breaking things. Skill: You're trained in all jumping tasks. Inability: Your destructive
+ reputation or some other reluctance to communicate makes people distrust you. Any task involving social interaction is
+ hindered.
+
+-Incredible Action: You can choose to automatically succeed on one task without rolling, as long as the task’s difficulty
++Incredible Action: You can choose to automatically succeed on one task without rolling, as long as the task's difficulty
+ is no higher than 6. When you do so, however, you also trigger a GM intrusion as if you had rolled a 1. The intrusion
+-doesn’t invalidate the success, but it probably qualifies it in some fashion. You can do this one time, although the
++doesn't invalidate the success, but it probably qualifies it in some fashion. You can do this one time, although the
+ ability renews each time you make a ten-hour recovery roll.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+@@ -56246,21 +56246,21 @@
+
+ 3\. One of the other PCs reminds you of someone from your past.
+
+-4\. You were feeling lonely and took a risk talking to someone, and so far it’s paying off
++4\. You were feeling lonely and took a risk talking to someone, and so far it's paying off
+
+ MIGHTY
+
+ You have a very impressive physique. Your strength, power, and very importance
+
+-are superior. Whether you’re truly the mightiest may be up for debate (and you may have a friendly rivalry about this
++are superior. Whether you're truly the mightiest may be up for debate (and you may have a friendly rivalry about this
+ with other superheroes), but there is no question that you are exceptional. These things make you confident, but you
+ know that you have these physical gifts in order to perform heroic deeds, and unseemly conduct is beneath you.
+
+ Very Powerful: +4 to your Might Pool.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in all actions involving lifting and throwing things.
++Skill: You're trained in all actions involving lifting and throwing things.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in Might defense tasks.
++Skill: You're trained in Might defense tasks.
+
+ Healthy: Add 1 to the points you regain when you make a recovery roll.
+
+@@ -56278,10 +56278,10 @@
+
+ SENSATIONAL
+
+-The public and the press like you. Maybe you’re photogenic, or you’re inherently nice, or you have really good luck with
+-journalists. Whatever the cause of it, you’re the darling of the media, and whenever you’re seen in public, you generate
+-a lot of positive interest and excitement. (If you don’t have a secret identity, this attention probably also carries
+-over to your day job, which is a mixed blessing.) People know that you’re a hero and that they can count on you to do
++The public and the press like you. Maybe you're photogenic, or you're inherently nice, or you have really good luck with
++journalists. Whatever the cause of it, you're the darling of the media, and whenever you're seen in public, you generate
++a lot of positive interest and excitement. (If you don't have a secret identity, this attention probably also carries
++over to your day job, which is a mixed blessing.) People know that you're a hero and that they can count on you to do
+ the right thing—fighting crime, battling injustice, punching evil robots, that kind of stuff. Sometimes being in the
+ public eye so much can be wearying or even a burden, but you know how to use your reputation to set a good example and
+ make the world a better place.
+@@ -56290,16 +56290,16 @@
+
+ Versatile: You get 4 additional points to divide among your stat Pools.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in positive social interactions.
++Skill: You're trained in positive social interactions.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in one skill relating to your current or past career, such as computers, journalism, law,
++Skill: You're trained in one skill relating to your current or past career, such as computers, journalism, law,
+ machinery, or medicine.
+
+-Popular: The GM can introduce a GM intrusion on you, based on your fame and the public’s perception of you, without
++Popular: The GM can introduce a GM intrusion on you, based on your fame and the public's perception of you, without
+ awarding you any XP (as if you had rolled a 1 on a d20 roll). However, if this happens, 50 percent of the time, your
+ reputation works to your advantage. Rather than hurting you (much), it helps you, or it hurts your enemies. You get
+-spotted by a guard, but they’re dumbstruck for a moment because you’re even more impressive in person than you are on
+-TV. You attract a crowd of fans, but they slow down the fleeing villain you’re trying to catch. A photographer pesters
++spotted by a guard, but they're dumbstruck for a moment because you're even more impressive in person than you are on
++TV. You attract a crowd of fans, but they slow down the fleeing villain you're trying to catch. A photographer pesters
+ you for a photo and a quote, but their camera catches something interesting in the background. You and the GM should
+ work together to determine the details. If the GM wishes, they can use GM intrusions based on your fame normally
+ (awarding XP).
+@@ -56308,7 +56308,7 @@
+
+ From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first adventure.
+
+-1\. You’re related to one of the other superhero PCs, and decided to help out because of family.
++1\. You're related to one of the other superhero PCs, and decided to help out because of family.
+
+ 2\. The other PCs relied on your positive reputation to untangle them from a public relations problem, and they invited
+ you along out of gratitude.
+@@ -56319,11 +56319,11 @@
+
+ UNCANNY
+
+-There’s something unusual about you, and it makes other people a little uncomfortable. You know you’re
+-exceptional—gifted, even—and being a bit odd doesn’t make you any less of a person. This uncanny element is a part of
+-you, in your blood, in your DNA. You can’t help it, but you won’t apologize for it. You feel comfortable around other
+-people with similar strangeness, people who’ve experienced the same prejudice that you have; these shared experiences
+-mean they’re your family, perhaps the only family you’ve got.
++There's something unusual about you, and it makes other people a little uncomfortable. You know you're
++exceptional—gifted, even—and being a bit odd doesn't make you any less of a person. This uncanny element is a part of
++you, in your blood, in your DNA. You can't help it, but you won't apologize for it. You feel comfortable around other
++people with similar strangeness, people who've experienced the same prejudice that you have; these shared experiences
++mean they're your family, perhaps the only family you've got.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+@@ -56332,20 +56332,20 @@
+ Distinctive Physical Quirk: You have
+
+ an unusual physical aspect. Depending on the setting, this can vary greatly; it might be something external and obvious,
+-such as an odd smell or blue hair, or internal and hidden, like having blood type “omega.” Whatever it is, your quirk
+-draws a lot of attention when it’s discovered.
++such as an odd smell or blue hair, or internal and hidden, like having blood type "omega." Whatever it is, your quirk
++draws a lot of attention when it's discovered.
+
+-A Sense for the Weird: Sometimes—at the GM’s discretion—an event or person that seems related to your uncanny nature
++A Sense for the Weird: Sometimes—at the GM's discretion—an event or person that seems related to your uncanny nature
+ attracts your attention. You can sense it from afar, and if you get within long range of it, you can sense whether it is
+ overtly dangerous or not.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in either perception tasks or stealth tasks.
++Skill: You're trained in either perception tasks or stealth tasks.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in one kind of knowledge related to your quirk, such as olfactory science, mutations, or
++Skill: You're trained in one kind of knowledge related to your quirk, such as olfactory science, mutations, or
+ hematology.
+
+ Inability: People find you unnerving. All tasks relating to pleasant social interaction are hindered. (Other people who
+-are unusual like you aren’t affected by this.)
++are unusual like you aren't affected by this.)
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+
+@@ -56367,7 +56367,7 @@
+ This section presents new superhero foci that can be used as is in most superhero campaigns. The foci introduced here
+ are as follows:
+
+-Copies Superpowers: You can copy others’ skills, abilities, and superpowers.
++Copies Superpowers: You can copy others' skills, abilities, and superpowers.
+
+ Has a Thousand Faces: You can change your appearance to look like anyone else.
+
+@@ -56393,7 +56393,7 @@
+
+ COPIES SUPERPOWERS
+
+-You can copy others’ skills, abilities, and superpowers.
++You can copy others' skills, abilities, and superpowers.
+
+ Tier 1: Flex Skill
+
+@@ -56409,7 +56409,7 @@
+
+ Tier 6: Amazing Copying or Multiple
+
+-Copying GM Intrusions: A copied power ends unexpectedly or goes out of control. A copied power doesn’t bring secondary
++Copying GM Intrusions: A copied power ends unexpectedly or goes out of control. A copied power doesn't bring secondary
+ powers with it (like gaining superspeed without protection from air friction, or not being immune to the heat from your
+ own fire bolts).
+
+@@ -56543,7 +56543,7 @@
+
+ Tier 6:Break the Ranks or Not Dead Yet
+
+-GM Intrusions: An attack or effect interferes with the character’s elasticity. A stretched limb becomes overstressed and
++GM Intrusions: An attack or effect interferes with the character's elasticity. A stretched limb becomes overstressed and
+ weak.
+
+ TAKES ANIMAL SHAPE
+@@ -56610,7 +56610,7 @@
+ Tier 6: Deadly Strike or Spin Attack
+
+ GM Intrusions: A weapon breaks or is dropped. The character loses their connection to the weapon until they use an
+-action to reestablish the attunement. The weapon’s energy discharges in an unexpected way.
++action to reestablish the attunement. The weapon's energy discharges in an unexpected way.
+
+ WIELDS INVISIBLE FORCE
+
+@@ -56630,14 +56630,14 @@
+
+ Tier 6: Concussion or Generate Force Field
+
+-GM Intrusions: Invisibility partially fades, revealing the character’s presence. A force field is pierced by an unusual
++GM Intrusions: Invisibility partially fades, revealing the character's presence. A force field is pierced by an unusual
+ or unexpected attack.
+
+ NEW ABILITIES
+
+ The following are new abilities for the Cypher System, most of which are associated with the new foci in this book.
+
+-Advantages of Being Small: You’ve learned how to leverage your strength and accuracy in proportion to your size. Your
++Advantages of Being Small: You've learned how to leverage your strength and accuracy in proportion to your size. Your
+ damage is no longer halved when using Shrink, and climbing and jumping tasks are eased. Enabler.
+
+ Ageless: Your body and mind do not age. Unless you are killed by violence (or some outside force such as poison or
+@@ -56645,7 +56645,7 @@
+
+ Always Tinkering: If you have any tools and materials at all, and you are carrying fewer cyphers than your limit, you
+ can create a manifest cypher if you have an hour of time to spend. The new cypher is random and always 2 levels lower
+-than normal (minimum 1). It’s also temperamental and fragile. These are called temperamental cyphers. If you give one to
++than normal (minimum 1). It's also temperamental and fragile. These are called temperamental cyphers. If you give one to
+ anyone else to use, it falls apart immediately, useless. Action to initiate; one hour to complete.
+
+ Amazing Copying: You can use Copy Power to copy more powerful abilities. In addition to the normal options for using
+@@ -56667,7 +56667,7 @@
+ becomes part of the transformation, rendering it unusable unless it has a passive effect, such as armor. In this form
+ your stats remain the same as your normal form, but you can move and attack according to your animal shape (attacks from
+ most animals this size are medium weapons, which you can use without penalty). Tasks requiring hands (such as using door
+-handles or pushing buttons) are hindered when in animal form. You cannot speak but can still use abilities that don’t
++handles or pushing buttons) are hindered when in animal form. You cannot speak but can still use abilities that don't
+ rely on human speech. You gain two minor abilities associated with the creature you become (see the Animal Form Minor
+ Abilities table). For example, if you transform into a bat, you become trained in perception and can fly up to a long
+ distance each round. If you transform into an octopus, you are trained in stealth and can breathe underwater.
+@@ -56688,7 +56688,7 @@
+
+ A character might be able to take the shape of a creature that is similar to a common animal, such as a unicorn instead
+ of a horse or a basilisk instead of a lizard, but doing so should require applying at least one level of Effort to the
+-change, and the character wouldn’t gain any of the creature’s unusual abilities.
++change, and the character wouldn't gain any of the creature's unusual abilities.
+
+ Animal Shape variant: If your character concept is that you always take the same animal form instead of being able to
+ choose from multiple kinds of animals, double the duration of the Animal Shape ability (to twenty minutes per use). The
+@@ -56735,7 +56735,7 @@
+ Flying: The animal can fly, which (depending on the type of animal) may be up to a short or long distance on its turn.
+
+ Hands: The animal has paws or hands that are nearly as agile as those of a human. Unlike with most animal shapes, the
+-animal’s tasks that require hands are not hindered (although the GM may decide that some tasks requiring human agility,
++animal's tasks that require hands are not hindered (although the GM may decide that some tasks requiring human agility,
+ such as playing a flute, are still hindered).
+
+ Scent: The animal has a strong sense of smell, gaining an asset on tracking and dealing with darkness or blindness.
+@@ -56754,7 +56754,7 @@
+
+ Bigger Animal Shape: When you use Animal Shape, your animal form grows to about twice its normal size. Being so large,
+ your beast form gains the following additional bonuses: +1 to Armor, +5 to your Might Pool, and you are trained in using
+-your animal form’s natural attacks as heavy weapons (if you weren’t already). However, your Speed defense tasks are
++your animal form's natural attacks as heavy weapons (if you weren't already). However, your Speed defense tasks are
+ hindered. While bigger, you also gain
+
+ an asset to tasks that are easier for a larger creature to perform, like climbing, intimidating, wading rivers, and so
+@@ -56774,12 +56774,12 @@
+
+ The physical reality provided to your illusion is a level 1 effect with 3 health. If the illusion is used to make
+ attacks, it inflicts only 1 point of damage (whether this is regular damage like an illusory punch or kick, or ambient
+-damage like a falling brick wall or a fireplace’s flames). You can increase the level of the created effect by applying
+-levels of Effort to this ability, each level of Effort increasing the effect’s level by 1.
++damage like a falling brick wall or a fireplace's flames). You can increase the level of the created effect by applying
++levels of Effort to this ability, each level of Effort increasing the effect's level by 1.
+
+ You can activate this ability as part of the action to create an illusion (using whatever ability it is that you use to
+ create illusions, such as Minor Illusion), or use a separate action to apply it to one of your existing illusions. The
+-effect ends if the illusion is destroyed, you let the illusion lapse, the effect’s health is reduced to 0, or ten
++effect ends if the illusion is destroyed, you let the illusion lapse, the effect's health is reduced to 0, or ten
+ minutes pass. Enabler.
+
+ Boost Manifest Cypher (2 Intellect points): The manifest cypher you activate with your next action functions as if it
+@@ -56793,7 +56793,7 @@
+ power, inflicting 2 additional points of energy damage. If you make more than one attack on your turn, you choose
+ whether to spend the cost for this ability before you make each attack. Enabler.
+
+-Command Beast (3+ Intellect points): You can command a nonhostile, nonhuman beast (such as one that you’ve made calm
++Command Beast (3+ Intellect points): You can command a nonhostile, nonhuman beast (such as one that you've made calm
+ with Soothe the Savage) of up to level 3 within short range. If you are successful, for the next minute the beast
+ follows your verbal commands to the best of its understanding and ability. The GM has final say over what counts as a
+ nonhuman beast, but unless some kind of deception is at work, you should know whether you can affect a creature before
+@@ -56804,22 +56804,22 @@
+ target. Thus, to command a level 5 beast (two levels above the normal limit), you must apply two levels of Effort.
+ Action to initiate.
+
+-Copy Power (2+ Intellect points): You can copy someone else’s superpower
++Copy Power (2+ Intellect points): You can copy someone else's superpower
+
+ for an hour, performing it as if it were natural for you. Within the past hour you must have touched the creature whose
+ power you want to copy (an attack roll) and must have seen that ability used by them. Choose the power you want to copy,
+-and the GM chooses an appropriate low-tier ability that most closely resembles that power. For example, if you’re
++and the GM chooses an appropriate low-tier ability that most closely resembles that power. For example, if you're
+ battling a supervillain who can create blasts of force, if you copy that ability, you gain a low-tier ability that
+ creates a blast of force.
+
+ In addition to the point cost of Copy Power, you must pay the Might, Speed, or Intellect cost (if any) of the equivalent
+-ability that the GM chose. For example, if you want to copy a supervillain’s force blast, the GM will probably decide
+-that’s equivalent to Onslaught (167), so you’d pay 2 Intellect points to activate Copy Power and 1 Intellect point to
++ability that the GM chose. For example, if you want to copy a supervillain's force blast, the GM will probably decide
++that's equivalent to Onslaught (167), so you'd pay 2 Intellect points to activate Copy Power and 1 Intellect point to
+ use Onslaught.
+
+-ou can copy only one power at a time; copying another one ends any other power you’re copying with this ability.
++ou can copy only one power at a time; copying another one ends any other power you're copying with this ability.
+
+-Copy Power doesn’t copy effects of a power that permanently adds points to your Pools, such as Enhanced Body (134).
++Copy Power doesn't copy effects of a power that permanently adds points to your Pools, such as Enhanced Body (134).
+
+ In addition to the normal options for using Effort, you can choose to use Effort to copy an ability you saw longer than
+ one hour ago; each level of Effort used in this way extends the time period by one hour. Action.
+@@ -56847,7 +56847,7 @@
+ Effort increases it to an hour, two increases it to a day. A creature can revert to its normal form as an action, but it
+ cannot then change back into the altered form. Action.
+
+-You probably can’t use Disguise Other to disguise a kind of creature that is very different from you, such as a human
++You probably can't use Disguise Other to disguise a kind of creature that is very different from you, such as a human
+ disguising a robot, animal, or crystalline alien
+
+ Elastic Grip (3 Might points): Your attack with your stretchy limbs or body is eased. If you hit, you can grab the
+@@ -56872,7 +56872,7 @@
+
+ Flex Weapon Skill: At the beginning of each day, choose one type of attack: light bashing, light bladed, light ranged,
+ medium bashing, medium bladed, medium ranged, heavy bashing, heavy bladed, or heavy ranged. For the rest of that day,
+-you are trained in attacks using that type of weapon. You can’t use this ability with an attack skill in which you’re
++you are trained in attacks using that type of weapon. You can't use this ability with an attack skill in which you're
+ already trained to become specialized. Enabler.
+
+ Flight Exertion (3 Might or 3 Speed points): You can fly up to a short distance as your movement this round. If all you
+@@ -56881,7 +56881,7 @@
+ Flying Companion: You gain a level 3 companion creature that can fly at the same speed as you; depending on other
+ aspects of your character, this might be a trained bird, a machine drone, or a helpful strange creature such as a
+ familiar. This creature accompanies you and acts as you direct. As a level 3 companion, it has a target number of 9 and
+-9 health, and it inflicts 3 points of damage. If it’s killed or destroyed, it takes you one month to find or create a
++9 health, and it inflicts 3 points of damage. If it's killed or destroyed, it takes you one month to find or create a
+ suitable replacement. Enabler.
+
+ Harder Light: When you create an object out of hard light, the object is one level higher than normal. Enabler.
+@@ -56891,7 +56891,7 @@
+ that power (instead of a low-tier ability). Enabler.
+
+ When you use Improved Copying, a copied ability must be low, medium, or high tier according to how it is listed in the
+-ability categories. It doesn’t matter if a type or focus makes it available at a lower or higher tier.
++ability categories. It doesn't matter if a type or focus makes it available at a lower or higher tier.
+
+ Innate Power: Choose either your Might Pool or your Speed Pool. When spending points to activate your focus abilities,
+ you can spend points from this Pool instead of your Intellect Pool (in which case you use your Might Edge or Speed Edge
+@@ -56909,12 +56909,12 @@
+
+ Medium Teleportation (5+ Intellect points): You instantly teleport yourself to any location within a long distance that
+ you can see. In addition to the normal options for using Effort, you can choose to use Effort to increase your range,
+-teleport to a location you can’t see, or bring other people with you. Each additional long distance costs one level of
++teleport to a location you can't see, or bring other people with you. Each additional long distance costs one level of
+ Effort. Teleporting to
+
+-a destination you can’t see costs one level of Effort. Each additional one or two targets brought with you costs one
++a destination you can't see costs one level of Effort. Each additional one or two targets brought with you costs one
+ level of Effort (you must touch any additional targets). These levels of Effort are counted separately, so teleporting
+-an additional long distance away to a location you can’t see with two passengers costs a total of three levels of
++an additional long distance away to a location you can't see with two passengers costs a total of three levels of
+ Effort. Action.
+
+ If you already have Short Teleportation when you select Medium Teleportation or Teleportation, you may replace Short
+@@ -56927,18 +56927,18 @@
+
+ Modify Cyphers: You can take any two manifest cyphers and quickly jury-rig a new manifest cypher of the same level as
+ the lowest-level cypher. You determine the function of the new cypher, but it must be that of a cypher you have used
+-before (but not necessarily one you’ve ever built). The new cypher is a temperamental cypher, like those created with
++before (but not necessarily one you've ever built). The new cypher is a temperamental cypher, like those created with
+ Always Tinkering. The original two cyphers are consumed in this process. This ability does not function if one or more
+ of the original cyphers are temperamental cyphers. Action.
+
+-Multiple Copying: When you use Copy Power, you can copy two of the creature’s abilities at the same time. In addition to
++Multiple Copying: When you use Copy Power, you can copy two of the creature's abilities at the same time. In addition to
+ the normal options for using Effort with Copy Power, you can apply levels of Effort to copy additional abilities, each
+ level of Effort copying an additional ability beyond the initial two (three for one level of Effort, four for two
+ levels, and so on). Enabler.
+
+ Multi-Vanish (4+ Intellect points): You turn up to five human-sized creatures or objects invisible for a short amount of
+ time. The targets you choose must be within an immediate area and within short range of you (if you are in the area, you
+-can make yourself invisible and don’t count toward the limit of five invisible targets). Anything invisible has an asset
++can make yourself invisible and don't count toward the limit of five invisible targets). Anything invisible has an asset
+ on stealth and Speed defense tasks. Affected creatures can see each other in a limited way, and you can see them
+ clearly.
+
+@@ -56969,10 +56969,10 @@
+
+ Short Teleportation (4+ Intellect points): You instantly teleport to any location within a short distance that you can
+ see. In addition to the normal options for using Effort, you can choose to use Effort to increase your range, teleport
+-to a location you can’t see, or bring other people with you. Each additional short distance costs one level of Effort.
+-Teleporting to a destination you can’t see costs one level of Effort. Each additional target brought with you costs one
++to a location you can't see, or bring other people with you. Each additional short distance costs one level of Effort.
++Teleporting to a destination you can't see costs one level of Effort. Each additional target brought with you costs one
+ level of Effort (you must touch any additional targets). These levels of Effort are counted separately, so teleporting
+-an additional short distance away to a location you can’t see with one passenger costs a total of three levels of
++an additional short distance away to a location you can't see with one passenger costs a total of three levels of
+ Effort. Action.
+
+ > If you already have Short Teleportation when you select Medium Teleportation or Teleportation, you may replace Short
+@@ -57002,7 +57002,7 @@
+
+ Small Flight (3+ Intellect points): For the next hour, when using Shrink, you can fly through the air. You might
+ accomplish this flight by growing wings from your body, extending wings from your suit, calling a tiny creature to carry
+-you, or “surfing” air currents. When flying, you can move up to a short distance as part of another action or a long
++you, or "surfing" air currents. When flying, you can move up to a short distance as part of another action or a long
+ distance if all you do on your turn is move. Action to initiate.
+
+ Smaller: When you use Shrink, you can choose to shrink down to about half an inch (1 cm) high, and you add 3 more
+@@ -57083,7 +57083,7 @@
+ | Iron Man | Inventor with power armor | Mechanical Adept who Wears Power Armor | Powered armor hero |
+ | Magneto | Master of magnetism | Strong-Willed Adept who Employs Magnetism | Energy master |
+ | Namor | King of Atlantis | Strong Explorer who Performs Feats of Strength | Atlantean |
+-| Professor X | World’s most powerful telepath | Intelligent Adept who Commands Mental Powers | Mentalist |
++| Professor X | World's most powerful telepath | Intelligent Adept who Commands Mental Powers | Mentalist |
+ | Spider-Man | Teenager with spider powers | Amazing Explorer who Moves Like a Cat | Bug hero |
+ | Storm | Goddess of storms | Intuitive Explorer who Touches the Sky | Nature master |
+ | Superman | Man of steel | Beneficent Explorer who Flies Faster Than a Bullet | Paragon |
+@@ -57093,8 +57093,8 @@
+ | Wonder Woman | Princess of the Amazons | Virtuous Warrior who Performs Feats of Strength | Paragon |
+
+ The archetypes suggest how to assign your power shifts. This is an important aspect of designing your hero because power
+-shifts are what make your characters exceptional in a “supers” way. Superheroes are known for being faster, tougher,
+-stronger, or smarter than regular people, and that sort of comparison isn’t always part of the abilities you get from
++shifts are what make your characters exceptional in a "supers" way. Superheroes are known for being faster, tougher,
++stronger, or smarter than regular people, and that sort of comparison isn't always part of the abilities you get from
+ your type or focus. A regular person might be very skilled at martial arts, but a superhero martial artist might punch
+ through an iron door, dodge a burst of bullets from a machine gun at close range, or quickly recover from a mortal
+ wound, all thanks to power shifts. This part of each archetype writeup assumes your hero starts with five power shifts,
+@@ -57106,16 +57106,16 @@
+ > make them fit your character.
+
+ POWER SOURCE
+-As you’re figuring out what type, descriptor, focus, and power shifts you want for
++As you're figuring out what type, descriptor, focus, and power shifts you want for
+
+ your character, think about how you got your powers. Are you a mutant, born with special abilities? Do you have a
+ high-tech costume with built-in nanotechnology? Are you a sorcerer, or maybe a psychic? The source of your powers is
+-character flavor—for example, there’s no game mechanics difference between the mental powers of an alien member of a
++character flavor—for example, there's no game mechanics difference between the mental powers of an alien member of a
+ telepathic species, a human character who built a brain-augmenting helmet, or a faerie character from the starlight
+ dimension who knows mind-magic. All three of those characters could have the same type, focus, descriptor, and power
+-shifts, but they’d be very different people and have very different reasons for being a part of the RPG campaign.
++shifts, but they'd be very different people and have very different reasons for being a part of the RPG campaign.
+
+-If you can’t decide how you got your powers, or if you like leaving some things up to chance, try rolling once or twice
++If you can't decide how you got your powers, or if you like leaving some things up to chance, try rolling once or twice
+ on the Power Origin table and pick the result that you like better, or combine the two into something weird and unique.
+
+ POWER ORIGIN TABLE
+@@ -57182,7 +57182,7 @@
+ STARTING JUST PAST TIER 1
+
+ An interesting option for a GM starting a superhero campaign is to immediately give each PC 4 XP, which they must spend
+-on a special advancement option to gain another type ability. It’s another way (along with power shifts) to make new
++on a special advancement option to gain another type ability. It's another way (along with power shifts) to make new
+ superhero PCs feel a cut above player characters in other genres—and gives players a little more wiggle room in building
+ the character they want to play.
+
+@@ -57190,8 +57190,8 @@
+
+ The following table has a broad selection of powers (or in some cases, sets of related powers). Players who are stuck
+ for ideas about their superhero can roll once or twice on the table for inspiration; use the Example column for a
+-suggested game example of that kind of power, whether that’s a power shift, a hero archetype, a focus, or a specific
+-special ability (of course, these suggestions aren’t the only way to achieve that power).
++suggested game example of that kind of power, whether that's a power shift, a hero archetype, a focus, or a specific
++special ability (of course, these suggestions aren't the only way to achieve that power).
+
+ The GM can also use this table to come up with random abilities for supervillains. However, there is much more leeway in
+ designing NPC abilities, so the Example column is more for suggesting game mechanics than abilities to choose.
+@@ -57264,7 +57264,7 @@
+
+ Bewitched
+
+-You’re not sure that your thoughts are always your own. You often hear a voice or voices, guiding you and attempting to
++You're not sure that your thoughts are always your own. You often hear a voice or voices, guiding you and attempting to
+ force your hand. Sometimes these voices are helpful and kind. Other times, not so much. Where do they come from, and are
+ you cursed or blessed by them?
+
+@@ -57277,7 +57277,7 @@
+ Insight: The voices have many things to tell you and some of them are beneficial. Once after each ten-hour recovery
+ roll, you can use a player intrusion without spending an XP.
+
+-Inability: The voices in your head are sometimes so loud it’s hard to make sense of the real world. You have an
++Inability: The voices in your head are sometimes so loud it's hard to make sense of the real world. You have an
+ inability in navigation, tracking, and identifying plants and animals.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+@@ -57286,40 +57286,40 @@
+
+ 1\. You listened to one of your voices, which suggested that this would be a good thing to embark upon.
+
+-2\. One of the other PCs sounds an awfullot like one of your voices, and you’d like to spend time with them to find out
+-if there’s a connection.
++2\. One of the other PCs sounds an awfullot like one of your voices, and you'd like to spend time with them to find out
++if there's a connection.
+
+ 3\. You have reason to believe that being with the other PCs could help you gain a better understanding of the thoughts
+ and voices you hear.
+
+-4\. You find that you can hear the voices more clearly when you’re doing something active, and this seemed like a good
++4\. You find that you can hear the voices more clearly when you're doing something active, and this seemed like a good
+ fit.
+
+ Changeling
+
+-Early on you discovered—or perhaps you knew all along—that you weren’t really who everyone thought you were. Perhaps
++Early on you discovered—or perhaps you knew all along—that you weren't really who everyone thought you were. Perhaps
+ when you were still very young, the child whose name you have now was stolen, and you were put in their place. Or
+-perhaps you are the same person you’ve always been, but you’ve never felt like yourself, and you know that the real you
+-is nothing like the one that everyone else knows. More than once in your life, you’ve been abandoned, distrusted, and
++perhaps you are the same person you've always been, but you've never felt like yourself, and you know that the real you
++is nothing like the one that everyone else knows. More than once in your life, you've been abandoned, distrusted, and
+ rejected by those you loved most, which means that sometimes you fall into deep funks. However, you are just as
+
+-adept at pulling yourself out of them when the situation demands it. If nothing else, you’re supremely adaptable.
++adept at pulling yourself out of them when the situation demands it. If nothing else, you're supremely adaptable.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+ Innovator: +4 to your Intellect Pool.
+
+ Face-taker: When you spend 1 XP, you can change your appearance over the course of one minute to look like someone else
+-of about your size who you’ve had direct contact with or from whom you have a piece of hair or flesh, or an object they
++of about your size who you've had direct contact with or from whom you have a piece of hair or flesh, or an object they
+ handled often. You cannot return to your previous
+
+ appearance unless you have the same components at hand for that appearance to initiate the change. Action to initiate,
+ one minute to complete.
+
+ Changeable (2 Intellect points): When you fail at a task and try again using a different method, you roll twice on the
+-second attempt and use the higher result. For example, if guards catch you in the queen’s
++second attempt and use the higher result. For example, if guards catch you in the queen's
+
+-chamber after dark and you fail to convince them that you’re there on legitimate business, you can instead decide to
++chamber after dark and you fail to convince them that you're there on legitimate business, you can instead decide to
+ flee, rolling twice on your roll to get away and taking the higher result. Enabler.
+
+ Skill: People never know what to think about you. You are trained in deception.
+@@ -57334,11 +57334,11 @@
+
+ From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first adventure.
+
+-1\. The PCs discovered you weren’t who they thought you were, but it doesn’t matter—they’re still your friends.
++1\. The PCs discovered you weren't who they thought you were, but it doesn't matter—they're still your friends.
+
+ 2\. You want to discover your true self, and the PCs offered to help you find it.
+
+-3\. Everything was fine until you were attacked by a group of “faerie hunters.” The PCs helped you fight back or flee.
++3\. Everything was fine until you were attacked by a group of "faerie hunters." The PCs helped you fight back or flee.
+
+ 4\. You helped the PCs deal with a situation, and that led you to discovering more about yourself and your background.
+ You hope to do more of that.
+@@ -57346,16 +57346,16 @@
+ Fragmented
+
+ Sometimes you feel like you are a single being, and other times you think you mightbe more. You feel torn into pieces,
+-unsure which elements are you and which belong to someone else. Or perhaps they’re all you, and you want to find a way
++unsure which elements are you and which belong to someone else. Or perhaps they're all you, and you want to find a way
+ to embrace all of your selves.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+ Two Minds: +2 to your Intellect Pool.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in defense rolls to resist mental effects.
++Skill: You're trained in defense rolls to resist mental effects.
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in all interactions involving lies or trickery.
++Skill: You're trained in all interactions involving lies or trickery.
+
+ Adaptable: At the beginning of a conversation, choose a specific type of interaction skill, such as persuasion, lying,
+ or intimidation. While the conversation lasts, you have an asset in that skill. You cannot choose the same type of
+@@ -57377,9 +57377,9 @@
+
+ 2\. You have reason to believe that being with the other PCs will help you better understand your fractured mind.
+
+-3\. You have no idea how you joined the PCs. You’re just going along with it for now until answers present themselves.
++3\. You have no idea how you joined the PCs. You're just going along with it for now until answers present themselves.
+
+-4\. You felt drawn to join the other PCs, but you don’t know why.
++4\. You felt drawn to join the other PCs, but you don't know why.
+
+ Frumious
+
+@@ -57399,19 +57399,19 @@
+ Bandersnatch: You extend the reach of your attack, allowing immediate-range character abilities to reach foes a short
+ distance away, and short-range character abilities to reach foes a long distance away.
+
+-Inability: You find it hard to hold your anger back—it seeps through your skin even when you don’t mean it to, causing
++Inability: You find it hard to hold your anger back—it seeps through your skin even when you don't mean it to, causing
+ others to shy away from it. All tasks relating to positive social interactions are hindered.
+
+-Inability: Sometimes your anger overrides your good senses, causing you to act before you’ve properly assessed the
++Inability: Sometimes your anger overrides your good senses, causing you to act before you've properly assessed the
+ situation. All tasks relating to perception are hindered.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+
+ From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first adventure.
+
+-1\. You are trying to get a handle on your anger, and you’re hoping that being with the other PCs will help you do so.
++1\. You are trying to get a handle on your anger, and you're hoping that being with the other PCs will help you do so.
+
+-2\. You let your anger get the best of you recently, and now you’re running from the fallout of that experience.
++2\. You let your anger get the best of you recently, and now you're running from the fallout of that experience.
+
+ 3\. You believe that this adventure will provide you with a way to channel your ire, allowing you to use it for good.
+
+@@ -57419,8 +57419,8 @@
+
+ Haunted
+
+-The world seems more dangerous than it should. You are troubled by fearful and anxious thoughts, and can’t always
+-discern what is a true threat and what isn’t. You might see shadows following you, be plagued by nightmares, or be
++The world seems more dangerous than it should. You are troubled by fearful and anxious thoughts, and can't always
++discern what is a true threat and what isn't. You might see shadows following you, be plagued by nightmares, or be
+ filled with a general sense of unease. This constant feeling of being haunted drives you to try to make things feel
+ safer for yourself and those around you.
+
+@@ -57432,11 +57432,11 @@
+
+ Skill: You are trained in sensing danger.
+
+-Prescient: You always see danger coming, whether it’s there or not. Once after each ten-hour recovery roll, you can
++Prescient: You always see danger coming, whether it's there or not. Once after each ten-hour recovery roll, you can
+ refuse a GM intrusion without spending XP. Alternatively, you can spend 1 XP and work with the GM to turn the intrusion
+ into something positive for your character.
+
+-Inability: Anxious thoughts are heavy, and carrying them leaves you feeling emotionally weaker than you’d like.
++Inability: Anxious thoughts are heavy, and carrying them leaves you feeling emotionally weaker than you'd like.
+ Intellect defense tasks are hindered.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+@@ -57445,7 +57445,7 @@
+
+ 1\. Being around one or more of the other PCs helps you better handle your thoughts and emotions.
+
+-2\. You feel that one of the other PCs is in danger in some way, and you’d like to help out or keep an eye on them.
++2\. You feel that one of the other PCs is in danger in some way, and you'd like to help out or keep an eye on them.
+
+ 3\. One or more of the PCs helped you out when you were having a difficult time.
+
+@@ -57454,17 +57454,17 @@
+
+ Lost
+
+-You can’t remember exactly when it happened or why, but you have lost your way. The path through life, or even through
++You can't remember exactly when it happened or why, but you have lost your way. The path through life, or even through
+ your own mind, no longer seems to exist. Once you had a reason and a goal, but now you find yourself wandering
+ aimlessly, without clear purpose or drive.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+-Skill: You’re trained in three areas of knowledge of your choice.
++Skill: You're trained in three areas of knowledge of your choice.
+
+ Skill: Being lost has taught you to pay attention to your surroundings. You are trained in perception tasks.
+
+-Curiouser: You’re rarely surprised by strange circumstances and are able to go with the flow more than most. You can
++Curiouser: You're rarely surprised by strange circumstances and are able to go with the flow more than most. You can
+ choose to automatically succeed on an initiative task without rolling. You can do
+
+ this one time, although the ability renews each time you make a ten-hour recovery roll.
+@@ -57490,11 +57490,11 @@
+
+ 3\. You wish to find your path again, and you hope that the PCs will help you do that.
+
+-4\. The PCs are heading somewhere specific, and it feels good to be surrounded by people who know where they’re going.
++4\. The PCs are heading somewhere specific, and it feels good to be surrounded by people who know where they're going.
+
+ FAIRYTALE FOCI
+
+-Below the description of each focus, you’ll find its abilities. The details of these abilities can be found in the
++Below the description of each focus, you'll find its abilities. The details of these abilities can be found in the
+ Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+ Befriends the Black Dog
+@@ -57521,10 +57521,10 @@
+
+ Curses the World
+
+-Fuck the world and its horrors. You have a mean streak living inside you that you can’t control—and honestly have no
+-desire to. You’d never hurt your friends and family, of course. But everyone and everything else? Curse them.
++Fuck the world and its horrors. You have a mean streak living inside you that you can't control—and honestly have no
++desire to. You'd never hurt your friends and family, of course. But everyone and everything else? Curse them.
+
+-Focus Note: Characters who Curse the World aren’t necessarily evil or wicked; they are angry, hurt, and possibly seeking
++Focus Note: Characters who Curse the World aren't necessarily evil or wicked; they are angry, hurt, and possibly seeking
+ to get even with those who have wronged them or the ones they love (or at least keep themselves and their loved ones
+ from being hurt again).
+
+@@ -57542,14 +57542,14 @@
+
+ Feigns No Fear
+
+-Everyone thinks you’re brave, intrepid— fearless, even. They tell stories about you, the person who’s never felt fear,
++Everyone thinks you're brave, intrepid— fearless, even. They tell stories about you, the person who's never felt fear,
+ how you went out to seek what you see as an elusive emotion and never found it. But you know the truth. You may present
+ yourself as someone who is fearless and courageous, but deep down, you are terrified of everything. Fear drives you, and
+ in its face, you stand tall and shout the loudest. Because you are also afraid of being seen for who you truly are.
+
+ Focus Note: A character who Feigns No Fear can be played in a number of ways, from someone who boasts constantly in
+ their attempts to bolster themselves in front of others to someone who faces their fears through action, showing up
+-first on the battle line to holler “Seven in one blow!”
++first on the battle line to holler "Seven in one blow!"
+
+ Tier 1: Surging Confidence
+
+@@ -57565,14 +57565,14 @@
+
+ Lived Among the Fey
+
+-You spent a lot of time in another world, one that others don’t believe actually exists. What you learned there gives
+-you insight and vision that most people don’t have. You’ve seen things. Beautiful things. Unspeakable things. Some of
++You spent a lot of time in another world, one that others don't believe actually exists. What you learned there gives
++you insight and vision that most people don't have. You've seen things. Beautiful things. Unspeakable things. Some of
+ them came back with you and stay with you to this day.
+
+ Focus Note: A character who Lived Among the Fey might have spent time among the fairies (or other creatures in a
+ different far-off land) or they may have dreamed, hallucinated, or imagined the whole thing. Do they know the
+ difference? Does it matter? The name of the focus can be changed to something that more appropriately reflects the
+-character’s experience, such as Fell Into Wonderland or Crossed Into Narnia.
++character's experience, such as Fell Into Wonderland or Crossed Into Narnia.
+
+ Tier 1: See the Unseen
+
+@@ -57584,15 +57584,15 @@
+
+ Tier 5: Nightmare
+
+-Tier 6: Explains the Ineffable or Drawing on Life’s Experiences
++Tier 6: Explains the Ineffable or Drawing on Life's Experiences
+
+ Made a Deal With Death
+
+ Death eternally walks the labyrinth of the Heartwood, touching those who pass by, but few notice this ever-changing
+ figure. You, however, are intimate with Death in all their many forms. Perhaps you are
+
+-both drawn to and frightened of them. Perhaps you’ve spent too much time in their company, and have become infatuated
+-with them. Perhaps you’ve lost friends and loved ones to their dark embrace. Whatever yourfeelings about Death, you’ve
++both drawn to and frightened of them. Perhaps you've spent too much time in their company, and have become infatuated
++with them. Perhaps you've lost friends and loved ones to their dark embrace. Whatever yourfeelings about Death, you've
+ made a deal with them, one you hope will bring you the
+
+ closure that you seek.
+@@ -57648,22 +57648,22 @@
+ Become an Advocate
+
+ You desire to help and support others, especially those who are dealing with difficult situations. This might be related
+-to something you’ve personally experienced, something you’re knowledgeable about, or both. You can advocate in any
++to something you've personally experienced, something you're knowledgeable about, or both. You can advocate in any
+ number of ways, including being an emotional support
+
+-system, helping other voices be heard, defending and safeguarding others’ rights, and generally being an ally.
++system, helping other voices be heard, defending and safeguarding others' rights, and generally being an ally.
+
+ Opening: Sizing up Your Skills. You decide what best enables you to be a good advocate, and create a plan.
+
+ Step(s): Training and Research. You learn about being a good advocate, possibly by finding a mentor or organization that
+ can help you.
+
+-Step(s): Building Your Skills. You practice the skills you’ve learned, and review the successes and failures to continue
++Step(s): Building Your Skills. You practice the skills you've learned, and review the successes and failures to continue
+ to improve.
+
+ Climax: Lean on Me. You assist one or more people through a difficult time using your training, skills, and experience.
+
+-Resolution: You reflect on everything you’ve learned and decide what to do next.
++Resolution: You reflect on everything you've learned and decide what to do next.
+
+ Put Down Roots
+
+@@ -57672,13 +57672,13 @@
+ connection might be to your fellow PCs, to a group of NPCs that you meet along the way, or as part of an
+ already-established group or organization.
+
+-Opening: Let’s Be Friends. You propose the idea of a support system to those you’d like to include.
++Opening: Let's Be Friends. You propose the idea of a support system to those you'd like to include.
+
+ Step: Reach Out. You do the hard work of making yourself vulnerable to others by being honest and open about who you
+ are. You create a safe space for others to do the same.
+
+ Step(s): Accept and Give Help. You ask for and accept help and support from the group. You give help and support to
+-others when it’s needed.
++others when it's needed.
+
+ Climax: Strong Bond. During a time of crisis, the group works together to support and uplift you, and you are there for
+ them in return.
+@@ -57687,32 +57687,32 @@
+
+ Develop Coping Strategies
+
+-You want to develop better ways of moving through the world while living with a mental illness. This isn’t a “cure” or a
+-“fix.” It isa step toward mitigating symptoms or struggles by developing healthy emotional coping strategies.
++You want to develop better ways of moving through the world while living with a mental illness. This isn't a "cure" or a
++"fix." It isa step toward mitigating symptoms or struggles by developing healthy emotional coping strategies.
+
+ Opening: Explore Your Inner Self. You spend time with your emotions and thoughts in order to pinpoint which struggle or
+-symptom you’d like to develop a coping strategy for.
++symptom you'd like to develop a coping strategy for.
+
+ Step: Make a Plan. Almost every struggle or symptom has a particular set of steps that you can go through to better cope
+ with it. This will likely involve research and consultation.
+
+-Step(s): Practice. At every opportunity, practice the coping strategies that you’re learning and pay attention to where
++Step(s): Practice. At every opportunity, practice the coping strategies that you're learning and pay attention to where
+ they work and fail. You might try different strategies and see which ones seem better suited to your particular needs.
+
+-Climax: Deal With It. You’re put into a situation that tests your coping strategies. They don’t have to work perfectly
++Climax: Deal With It. You're put into a situation that tests your coping strategies. They don't have to work perfectly
+ in order for you to succeed.
+
+-Resolution: You reflect on what you’ve learned and decide where you want to go from here.
++Resolution: You reflect on what you've learned and decide where you want to go from here.
+
+ Take the Wrong Path
+
+-Much like Fall From Grace, Take the Wrong Path isn’t typically an arc that a character intentionally desires. It’s
++Much like Fall From Grace, Take the Wrong Path isn't typically an arc that a character intentionally desires. It's
+ something the player chooses on a meta level for the character because it makes for an interesting story and sets up
+ possible future arcs, such as Put Down Roots. In this case, perhaps the character manages their anxiety by drinking too
+ much, becoming isolated, or starting too many fights. Perhaps they attempt to deal with grief by overeating (or
+ undereating), by pushing away loved ones, or by becoming intimate with others without regard for their safety.
+
+-Opening: The Fork. You take the first steps down the wrong path, even if you don’t know it yet.
++Opening: The Fork. You take the first steps down the wrong path, even if you don't know it yet.
+
+ Step(s): Farther Down the Path. Things continue to get worse because of your actions. This may play out over any number
+ of steps.
+@@ -57726,20 +57726,20 @@
+ FORM VS. FUNCTION
+
+ In a fairy tale game, the PCs might consist of a talking fox, an ogre, a fairy, and a human the size of your thumb. And
+-that’s perfectly fine. Build your character sentence in a way that plays to your character’s strengths and weaknesses,
++that's perfectly fine. Build your character sentence in a way that plays to your character's strengths and weaknesses,
+ and the rest can be handled through story and narrative. Playing a talking bear, a gingerbread
+
+-man, or a changeling will likely affect your character’s appearance, their outlook on life, and their backstory, but it
+-doesn’t necessarily affect their abilities, skills, and Pools beyond what you choose during character creation.
++man, or a changeling will likely affect your character's appearance, their outlook on life, and their backstory, but it
++doesn't necessarily affect their abilities, skills, and Pools beyond what you choose during character creation.
+
+-Because the form that you choose doesn’t typically offer you something in addition to your Cypher System stats—being
+-small, for example, does not inherently mean you’re stealthy—you’ll want to choose your stats to emphasize the bit of
++Because the form that you choose doesn't typically offer you something in addition to your Cypher System stats—being
++small, for example, does not inherently mean you're stealthy—you'll want to choose your stats to emphasize the bit of
+ your character that you want to play.
+
+ SKILLS
+
+ As described in the Cypher System Rulebook, there is no definitive list of skills. Characters can choose to become
+-skilled in anything they like (with the GM’s permission). In addition to the suggested skills in the rulebook, useful
++skilled in anything they like (with the GM's permission). In addition to the suggested skills in the rulebook, useful
+ skills for fairy tale games might include:
+
+ • Talking animals\*
+@@ -57780,13 +57780,13 @@
+ with attack or defense tasks. Thus, all magic skills are noncombat skills only.
+
+ \* These skills could be used in a number of different ways, depending on the setting. If the setting has talking
+-animals that the players can’t understand, the talking animals skill could help a PC communicate with them in other
++animals that the players can't understand, the talking animals skill could help a PC communicate with them in other
+ ways. If there are talking animals that the characters can understand, the skill could provide an asset in social
+ interactions.
+
+ TYPE
+
+-Your character’s type is the core of who they are and how they interact with their environment, their companions, and
++Your character's type is the core of who they are and how they interact with their environment, their companions, and
+ other living creatures they encounter.
+
+ Suggested Types for a Fairy Tale Game
+@@ -57986,7 +57986,7 @@
+
+ • Descends From Nobility
+
+-• Doesn’t Do Much
++• Doesn't Do Much
+
+ • Emerged From the Obelisk
+
+@@ -58104,15 +58104,15 @@
+
+ Battles Robots, Builds Robots, Talks to Machines
+
+-Best for settings that include elements of science fiction. Alternatively, “robots” can be a stand-in for puppets,
++Best for settings that include elements of science fiction. Alternatively, "robots" can be a stand-in for puppets,
+ steampunk entities, golems, or other creations such as Pinocchio, Edward Scissorhands, the Gingerbread Man, and the Tin
+-Man. Mister Geppetto would likely be someone who Builds Robots, while Muska (from Miyazaki’s film Laputa: Castle in the
++Man. Mister Geppetto would likely be someone who Builds Robots, while Muska (from Miyazaki's film Laputa: Castle in the
+ Sky) might be someone who Battles Robots.
+
+ Drives Like a Maniac
+
+ Best for modern settings or those where traditional fairy tale vehicles such as horse-drawn carriages, magic carpets,
+-witch’s brooms, and chicken-legged huts are common.
++witch's brooms, and chicken-legged huts are common.
+
+ Fuses Flesh and Steel, Fuses Mind and Machine
+
+@@ -58132,7 +58132,7 @@
+ FAIRY TALE CHARACTER ARCS
+
+ Character arcs are fantastic opportunities for players to deepen their roleplaying options, add to the narrative, and
+-set goals that can intertwine with and strengthen a campaign or adventure. While character arcs aren’t a requirement,
++set goals that can intertwine with and strengthen a campaign or adventure. While character arcs aren't a requirement,
+ they work particularly well in fairy tale games, where individual goals and tasks are often at the forefront of what
+ drives adventures.
+
+@@ -58168,16 +58168,16 @@
+
+ Someone you cared for wronged you. They may have done so directly by betraying a trust, stealing your supplies, or
+ giving you up to raiders to save their own life. Maybe they did it indirectly by going missing or dying on you. Or maybe
+-it was an organization or institution that let you down. Whatever it was, you’ve spent a lot of time pulled into
+-yourself, paranoid and mistrustful of others. But something’s happened lately that has at least opened you to the
+-possibility of trusting others again. Maybe you have to work with someone else or die. Alternatively, perhaps you’ve
+-decided to try one more time, despite your disillusionment. It’s either that or fully give in to bitterness.
++it was an organization or institution that let you down. Whatever it was, you've spent a lot of time pulled into
++yourself, paranoid and mistrustful of others. But something's happened lately that has at least opened you to the
++possibility of trusting others again. Maybe you have to work with someone else or die. Alternatively, perhaps you've
++decided to try one more time, despite your disillusionment. It's either that or fully give in to bitterness.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+ Skeptical: +4 to your Intellect Pool.
+
+-Skill: You’re always wondering who’s going to wrong you next. You are trained in detecting deception.
++Skill: You're always wondering who's going to wrong you next. You are trained in detecting deception.
+
+ Skill: You are trained in tracking creatures. If a creature has wronged you, the tracking task is eased.
+
+@@ -58189,23 +58189,23 @@
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure: From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first
+ adventure.
+
+-1\. You found the other PCs in a situation they couldn’t survive. Uncharacteristically, you helped them.
++1\. You found the other PCs in a situation they couldn't survive. Uncharacteristically, you helped them.
+
+ 2\. You were facing certain death, but the PCs saved you, for no reason other than they saw your need.
+
+ 3\. You want to change your ways, and the PCs seem to offer a chance for you to explore that possibility.
+
+-4\. You have no idea how you joined the PCs. You’re just going along with it for now until answers present themselves.
++4\. You have no idea how you joined the PCs. You're just going along with it for now until answers present themselves.
+
+ Canien
+
+-You’re an evolved, intelligent dog with the ability to speak and use tools. Some caniens stand upright and have hands,
++You're an evolved, intelligent dog with the ability to speak and use tools. Some caniens stand upright and have hands,
+ and others are quadrupeds who can use a combination of their front paws and mouth as adroitly as a handed canien; you
+ decide which kind of canien you are. Most canien clothing and equipment accommodates walking on either two feet or four,
+-so that’s normally not an issue. Either way, you’ve got fur, a tail, and a noble dog visage true to your particular line
+-of descent. And like most caniens, you’re loyal to your pack and friends. But you may find strangers a little
+-suspicious, in which case you aren’t shy about letting them know. However, you’re usually willing to entertain the idea
+-that a newcomer may be a friend you just don’t know yet.
++so that's normally not an issue. Either way, you've got fur, a tail, and a noble dog visage true to your particular line
++of descent. And like most caniens, you're loyal to your pack and friends. But you may find strangers a little
++suspicious, in which case you aren't shy about letting them know. However, you're usually willing to entertain the idea
++that a newcomer may be a friend you just don't know yet.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+@@ -58223,7 +58223,7 @@
+ Bite: You are practiced in making unarmed bite attacks (light weapon). Enabler.
+
+ Chewer: You are something of an oral fidgeter, like most caniens. After each ten-hour recovery roll, make a difficulty 2
+-Intellect defense roll. If you fail, you discover you’ve unconsciously been chewing on a piece of your equipment; it’s
++Intellect defense roll. If you fail, you discover you've unconsciously been chewing on a piece of your equipment; it's
+ ruined, at least until it is repaired.
+
+ Inability: You have a hard time seeing disloyalty in others. Tasks that involve detecting falsehoods are hindered.
+@@ -58234,19 +58234,19 @@
+
+ adventure.
+
+-1\. One of the other PCs needed help, and you obliged without a second’s hesitation.
++1\. One of the other PCs needed help, and you obliged without a second's hesitation.
+
+-2\. The other PCs were going somewhere, and you came along even though they didn’t ask you to.
++2\. The other PCs were going somewhere, and you came along even though they didn't ask you to.
+
+-3\. Aggression got the better of you, and now you’re running from the fallout of that experience.
++3\. Aggression got the better of you, and now you're running from the fallout of that experience.
+
+-4\. You feel that one of the other PCs is in danger in some way, and you’d like to help
++4\. You feel that one of the other PCs is in danger in some way, and you'd like to help
+
+ out or keep an eye on them.
+
+ Felis
+
+-You’re an evolved, intelligent cat with the ability to speak and use tools. Felis are equally comfortable running on all
++You're an evolved, intelligent cat with the ability to speak and use tools. Felis are equally comfortable running on all
+ fours or standing around in a clowder of other felis gossiping over catswort tea. Your fur is your protection from the
+ elements, but you sometimes wear a harness for your equipment and may adopt boots for rough terrain and hats for fashion
+ or function. Your visage is like that of before-times cats, including piercing, reflective eyes. Like other felis, you
+@@ -58257,7 +58257,7 @@
+
+ Crafty: +2 to your Intellect Pool.
+
+-Skill: You’re innately curious. You are trained in tasks involving knowledge, figuring out problems, or solving puzzles.
++Skill: You're innately curious. You are trained in tasks involving knowledge, figuring out problems, or solving puzzles.
+
+ Skill: You are agile. You are trained in tasks involving balancing and movement.
+
+@@ -58274,13 +58274,13 @@
+
+ Inability: You often come across as aloof. Tasks that involve positive social interaction are hindered.
+
+-Inability: You sometimes get lost in new locations you haven’t visited before. You have an inability in navigation.
++Inability: You sometimes get lost in new locations you haven't visited before. You have an inability in navigation.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+
+ From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first adventure.
+
+-1\. Everything was fine until you were attacked by a raiding band of “cat-skinners.” The PCs helped you fight back or
++1\. Everything was fine until you were attacked by a raiding band of "cat-skinners." The PCs helped you fight back or
+ flee.
+
+ 2\. You saw the PCs up to something, and your curiosity got the better of you, so you followed them.
+@@ -58293,9 +58293,9 @@
+
+ You emerged from the chrysalis with your mind awash in skills instilled while you matured, as well as knowledge handed
+ down from your ancestors. If the stories are true, some of your knowledge comes from even further back, ceded by godlike
+-“humans” who raised flutters into the light of self-knowledge. That was before humans were lost, leaving the world in
++"humans" who raised flutters into the light of self-knowledge. That was before humans were lost, leaving the world in
+ ruins. Ruins that are now yours to refurbish and rebuild or, as many prefer, to ignore while you instead go your own
+-way. Humans may have created you, but they’re gone, and you can decide what you think you owe them, if anything.
++way. Humans may have created you, but they're gone, and you can decide what you think you owe them, if anything.
+
+ As a flutter, you are kin to the much smaller natural moths that still flit by night. But you have an internal skeleton
+ and lungs, and are far larger. For all that, you also have wings, a proboscis, and much thinner limbs than the average
+@@ -58305,7 +58305,7 @@
+
+ Quick: +2 to your Speed Pool.
+
+-Skill: You are adept at using your body’s natural patterns of camouflage. You are trained in hiding.
++Skill: You are adept at using your body's natural patterns of camouflage. You are trained in hiding.
+
+ Darksight: You can see in dim light as though it were bright light and can see in darkness as though it were dim light.
+ Enabler.
+@@ -58314,7 +58314,7 @@
+
+ Inability: You are confused by bright light. Perception tasks are hindered in bright light.
+
+-Erratic Flyer: You can select Hover as if it were on your type’s list of tier 1 abilities. Your ability to move as
++Erratic Flyer: You can select Hover as if it were on your type's list of tier 1 abilities. Your ability to move as
+ described in Hover is due to your wings. In addition to the base ability described for Hover, if you succeed on a
+ difficulty 2 Intellect roll, you can keep your position in the air instead of drifting with the wind or allowing
+ momentum to move you.
+@@ -58336,12 +58336,12 @@
+
+ Hopeful
+
+-Despite civilization’s fall, you’re optimistic about what the future could bring, confident
++Despite civilization's fall, you're optimistic about what the future could bring, confident
+
+ that it will be bright. In fact, now that all the old institutions and cares of the world are gone, you hope something
+-better can be rebuilt in its place. It’s possible that you’re bubbly and full of cheer. But you might instead be quietly
+-confident, your hope revealed by the way you always try again if at first you fail. Being hopeful doesn’t mean you’re
+-blind to others’ faults, but you can hope they will do better next time, which might lead you to be more forgiving than
++better can be rebuilt in its place. It's possible that you're bubbly and full of cheer. But you might instead be quietly
++confident, your hope revealed by the way you always try again if at first you fail. Being hopeful doesn't mean you're
++blind to others' faults, but you can hope they will do better next time, which might lead you to be more forgiving than
+ other survivors. After all, when you screw up, you hope others will allow you the same luxury of learning from your
+ mistakes.
+
+@@ -58349,16 +58349,16 @@
+
+ Spirited: +4 to your Intellect Pool.
+
+-Skill: Mental malaise doesn’t affect you like it does others. You are trained in Intellect defense tasks.
++Skill: Mental malaise doesn't affect you like it does others. You are trained in Intellect defense tasks.
+
+ Shrug Off Disappointment: When you fail at a noncombat task and try that task again the very next round, you can apply a
+ free level of Effort toward the success of that task. This benefit effectively alleviates the requirement to apply a
+ level of Effort when retrying failed tasks, at least the first time you retry. Enabler.
+
+-Inability: You have a lightness of being, but you really feel it when you’re physically challenged. Might defense tasks
++Inability: You have a lightness of being, but you really feel it when you're physically challenged. Might defense tasks
+ are hindered.
+
+-Inability: You’re spirited but not fast. All movement-related tasks are hindered.
++Inability: You're spirited but not fast. All movement-related tasks are hindered.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+
+@@ -58375,15 +58375,15 @@
+ Mutant
+
+ Savage forces strong enough to destroy a world left you transformed. Either through latent mutations passed down from
+-ancestors that survived the apocalypse, or because something about you reacts when you’re exposed to radiation or some
++ancestors that survived the apocalypse, or because something about you reacts when you're exposed to radiation or some
+ other mutagenic source, you are prone to mutation. You might look relatively similar to others of your species, or you
+ might have one or more obvious physical differences that make it hard to disguise your nature. Not that you necessarily
+ want to hide what you are; you might wish to proudly display what makes you different and, to your mind, better.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+-Significant Mutations: Choose which option from the following list you’d like for your mutations. Whichever you choose,
+-it is rolled for randomly; you don’t select it.
++Significant Mutations: Choose which option from the following list you'd like for your mutations. Whichever you choose,
++it is rolled for randomly; you don't select it.
+
+ • Two beneficial mutations rolled randomly.
+
+@@ -58399,15 +58399,15 @@
+
+ Cosmetic Mutations: You can choose if you want to have cosmetic mutations or not. If you do, choose whether you want one
+ or two cosmetic mutations, which are rolled for randomly. Once all your mutations have been rolled for, work together
+-with the GM to ensure that what’s been rolled is a character you want to play.
++with the GM to ensure that what's been rolled is a character you want to play.
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+
+ From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first adventure.
+
+-1\. The other PCs found you in some weird “mutant” chrysalis and pulled you out; you were grateful and joined them.
++1\. The other PCs found you in some weird "mutant" chrysalis and pulled you out; you were grateful and joined them.
+
+-2\. The other PCs were “hunting mutants” but when they found you, they realized they had been misguided.
++2\. The other PCs were "hunting mutants" but when they found you, they realized they had been misguided.
+
+ 3\. You wanted to get away from a bad situation, so you went with the PCs.
+
+@@ -58417,7 +58417,7 @@
+ Rusted
+
+ Life has dealt you some hard knocks. You lost an eye, an arm, or a leg several years ago, possibly during the apocalypse
+-itself, or perhaps afterward. But you didn’t give up. You adjusted, learning to do everything again, despite what first
++itself, or perhaps afterward. But you didn't give up. You adjusted, learning to do everything again, despite what first
+ seemed like a limitation. If you lost a limb, you use a prosthetic; if an eye, you sometimes quip that binocular vision
+ is overrated. Sure, there are times when you struggle with discomfort, pain, and possibly even self-consciousness.
+ However, overcoming all that only makes you stronger and more determined to succeed. Ultimately, your scars, your
+@@ -58433,8 +58433,8 @@
+ Skill: You had to fake it until you made it; you are trained in one creative skill such as singing, writing, acting,
+ composing, public speaking, painting, sculpture, dancing, or something similar.
+
+-Inability: You’ve learned to do everything again and, in truth, better than most people ever could. But your injury is
+-real; it’s why you sometimes joke that you’re “rusted.” If you’ve lost an eye, your perception tasks involving sight are
++Inability: You've learned to do everything again and, in truth, better than most people ever could. But your injury is
++real; it's why you sometimes joke that you're "rusted." If you've lost an eye, your perception tasks involving sight are
+ hindered. If you rely on a prosthetic leg, tasks requiring movement are hindered. If you rely on a prosthetic arm, tasks
+ involving using both hands are hindered.
+
+@@ -58443,30 +58443,30 @@
+
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure:
+
+-1\. You bragged that there’s nothing someone else could do that you couldn’t do twice as well, which is how you got
++1\. You bragged that there's nothing someone else could do that you couldn't do twice as well, which is how you got
+ involved in your current situation.
+
+-2\. You’re afraid of what might happen if the other PCs fail.
++2\. You're afraid of what might happen if the other PCs fail.
+
+ 3\. You were tailing one of the other PCs for reasons of your own, which brought you into the action.
+
+ 4\. You stepped in to defend one of the PCs when that character was threatened. While talking to them afterward, you
+-heard about the group’s task.
++heard about the group's task.
+
+ Shiny
+
+-You’re brash and bright, and you exult in situations, people, and objects that seem to you as if they have a similar
+-sheen. Literally shiny objects qualify, as well as objects that are not rusted or degraded by time’s passage or the
++You're brash and bright, and you exult in situations, people, and objects that seem to you as if they have a similar
++sheen. Literally shiny objects qualify, as well as objects that are not rusted or degraded by time's passage or the
+ effects of the apocalypse. You also tend to fall into the orbit of people who are strong, unbeaten, and possessed of an
+ inner brightness. You believe that they, like you, reflect the light of some greater spiritual purpose in the world.
+-When you believe you are acting in that glow, you are emboldened and may take risks others fear. You don’t seek death,
+-but you’re confident that death in the pursuit of something shiny is the definition of a life well-lived.
++When you believe you are acting in that glow, you are emboldened and may take risks others fear. You don't seek death,
++but you're confident that death in the pursuit of something shiny is the definition of a life well-lived.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+
+ Lithe: +2 to your Speed Pool.
+
+-Skill: You’ve had practice driving a before-times vehicle. Choose a motorcycle, car or truck, or long-haul truck; you’re
++Skill: You've had practice driving a before-times vehicle. Choose a motorcycle, car or truck, or long-haul truck; you're
+ trained in driving that kind of vehicle.
+
+ Skill: You know how to get out of the way. You are trained in Speed defense tasks.
+@@ -58474,10 +58474,10 @@
+ Shiny Maneuver: You know how to push yourself harder, at the risk of a more dramatic failure. When you attempt a shiny
+ maneuver, you ease a task, attack roll, or defense roll, but in doing so you increase the intrusion range by two for
+ that roll, to a 1–3 on a d20. If you fail and decide to retry the task (requiring that you spend a level of Effort, as
+-normal), it has the same increased intrusion range. Once you attempt a shiny maneuver, you can’t attempt another until
++normal), it has the same increased intrusion range. Once you attempt a shiny maneuver, you can't attempt another until
+ you make a recovery roll. Enabler.
+
+-Inability: You may be lithe and shiny, but you’re not sneaky. Tasks related to sneaking and staying quiet are hindered.
++Inability: You may be lithe and shiny, but you're not sneaky. Tasks related to sneaking and staying quiet are hindered.
+
+ Inability: You are irrepressible, but that makes it hard to dissemble. Deception and disguise tasks are hindered.
+
+@@ -58488,9 +58488,9 @@
+
+ From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first adventure.
+
+-1\. It seemed like there were equal odds that the other PCs wouldn’t succeed, which sounded good to you.
++1\. It seemed like there were equal odds that the other PCs wouldn't succeed, which sounded good to you.
+
+-2\. The first word that popped into your head upon seeing the PCs was “shiny.”
++2\. The first word that popped into your head upon seeing the PCs was "shiny."
+
+ 3\. You think the tasks ahead will present you with unique and fulfilling challenges.
+
+@@ -58510,11 +58510,11 @@
+
+ You were raised in an underground bunker by Milly, an AI instance installed in your
+
+-brain before you developed cognition of your own. Unlike AI zombies, your personality and motivations haven’t been
++brain before you developed cognition of your own. Unlike AI zombies, your personality and motivations haven't been
+ replaced; your sense of self grew alongside the AI, as collaborators rather than foes. This granted you superior
+-intellect and an uncanny knack for computers. Now you’ve emerged into the larger world, where survivors are predisposed
++intellect and an uncanny knack for computers. Now you've emerged into the larger world, where survivors are predisposed
+ to distrust you, and you may need to keep your background a secret to be accepted. Whether you hate AI or remain loyal
+-to Milly, you face the best odds if you can fit in with another group of survivors. After all, there’s a lot you don’t
++to Milly, you face the best odds if you can fit in with another group of survivors. After all, there's a lot you don't
+ know about how things work on the surface and the things people have done to stay alive in the past twenty years.
+
+ Connection: Choose one of the following, or choose one of the Focus Connections
+@@ -58523,7 +58523,7 @@
+
+ 1\. Pick one other PC. You fear that character is jealous of your abilities, and that it might lead to problems.
+
+-2\. Pick one other PC. You’re not sure how or from where, but that character has access to rare machine parts and can
++2\. Pick one other PC. You're not sure how or from where, but that character has access to rare machine parts and can
+ get them for you at half price.
+
+ 3\. Pick one other PC. Seeing you use your focus abilities triggers unpleasant memories for that character. That memory
+@@ -58533,7 +58533,7 @@
+ hindering their actions.
+
+ Additional Equipment: You have scars on your scalp in the shape of circuitry (like Lichtenberg figures). You probably
+-keep these hidden, as they identify you as one of Milly’s children to anyone familiar with the mark.
++keep these hidden, as they identify you as one of Milly's children to anyone familiar with the mark.
+
+ Minor Effect Suggestion: You restore 2 points to your Intellect Pool.
+
+@@ -58581,9 +58581,9 @@
+ You prepared for ultimate disaster, unlike most of the sheeple. Which means you stashed away food, water, and other
+ survival gear when things were still okay. You trained yourself for harsh conditions, for basic machine and electronic
+ repair, and maybe even in a musical instrument to pass the time in the bunker when no other entertainments could be had.
+-You’d excel in a small group of other survivors, but you’re ready to go it alone if that’s what it
++You'd excel in a small group of other survivors, but you're ready to go it alone if that's what it
+
+-takes. Above all, you’re prepared to make it through whatever the future holds, no matter how daunting the odds. Because
++takes. Above all, you're prepared to make it through whatever the future holds, no matter how daunting the odds. Because
+ you prepped wisely.
+
+ Connection: Choose one of the following, or choose one of the Focus Connections in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+@@ -58594,7 +58594,7 @@
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. You used to play card games with them before the apocalypse, and you still owe them money, though
+ what that means now is difficult to say.
+
+-3\. Pick one other PC. This character doesn’t seem to want any of your stored food or water.
++3\. Pick one other PC. This character doesn't seem to want any of your stored food or water.
+
+ 4\. Pick one other PC. When you were hurt, they carried you to your prepped hideout at great risk to themselves.
+
+@@ -58644,7 +58644,7 @@
+ Fruitfully Pass the Time (4 Intellect points): You are trained in one performance skill, such as singing; playing a
+ fiddle, harmonica, or other instrument; or something else that others would enjoy watching or hearing you do. When you
+ perform with the skill gained through this ability for one minute and you succeed on a difficulty 3 performance roll,
+-you and all allies within short range who can hear and see you immediately gain a one‑action recovery roll. You can’t
++you and all allies within short range who can hear and see you immediately gain a one‑action recovery roll. You can't
+ use this on someone again until you use a one‑hour or ten‑hour recovery roll. Action to initiate, one minute to
+ complete.
+
+@@ -58677,24 +58677,24 @@
+ Raids
+
+ When civilization fell, you did what you had to do to stay alive. Did you kill innocent people? Probably, insofar as
+-anyone who survived the end can really be considered “innocent.” You figured they’d have done the same to you. But
++anyone who survived the end can really be considered "innocent." You figured they'd have done the same to you. But
+ whether they deserved it or not, you and the other raiders you ran with survived, and your targets did not. Then
+-something life‑changing happened to you, altering your perspective; it’s up to you to decide what. In any case, you’ve
+-turned over a new leaf. You don’t indiscriminately kill anymore, though surviving is still a goal. But you’ve joined
+-with others who you want to protect as much as or even more than your own life. You’re done with raiding. But is raiding
++something life‑changing happened to you, altering your perspective; it's up to you to decide what. In any case, you've
++turned over a new leaf. You don't indiscriminately kill anymore, though surviving is still a goal. But you've joined
++with others who you want to protect as much as or even more than your own life. You're done with raiding. But is raiding
+ (and those who might recognize you as a raider) done with you?
+
+ Connection: Choose one of the following, or choose one of the Focus Connections in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+-1\. Pick one other PC. That character knows that you were a raider, even though it is a secret you’ve kept from the
++1\. Pick one other PC. That character knows that you were a raider, even though it is a secret you've kept from the
+ other PCs so far.
+
+ 2\. Pick one other PC. They were also a raider, however briefly, along with you (if they agree to this connection).
+
+-3\. Pick one other PC. You feel very protective of this character and don’t want to see them harmed.
++3\. Pick one other PC. You feel very protective of this character and don't want to see them harmed.
+
+-4\. Pick one other PC. You know that you’re responsible for the death of someone that character knew while you were
+-raiding; they don’t know it, but the guilt has been waking you up in the middle of the night.
++4\. Pick one other PC. You know that you're responsible for the death of someone that character knew while you were
++raiding; they don't know it, but the guilt has been waking you up in the middle of the night.
+
+ Additional Equipment: You have a tattoo from your raiding days that you probably keep hidden, as it would identify you
+ as a raider to those familiar with the mark.
+@@ -58720,7 +58720,7 @@
+ Ability Choice: Choose either Raider Follower or Grand Deception as your tier 3 ability.
+
+ Raider Follower: You gain a level 3 follower (initiative, stealth, and defense as level 4). The follower does as you say
+-and, generally speaking, isn’t someone who makes the other PCs in your group feel uncomfortable because of their
++and, generally speaking, isn't someone who makes the other PCs in your group feel uncomfortable because of their
+
+ presence. Enabler.
+
+@@ -58744,11 +58744,11 @@
+
+ Remembers the Past
+
+-You are a student of the before‑times. Maybe that’s because you grew up in the ruins of an old library and read
+-everything as your hobby, you found a friendly AI archivist who taught you about how things once were, you’re long‑lived
++You are a student of the before‑times. Maybe that's because you grew up in the ruins of an old library and read
++everything as your hobby, you found a friendly AI archivist who taught you about how things once were, you're long‑lived
+ and were alive before the apocalypse, or you have a deep recollection of the world before the end for some other reason.
+ This knowledge gives you an appreciation of the before‑times as well as a point of view that many other survivors lack
+-that benefits you in and around ruins. You can find things others wouldn’t know to look for, plucking fruits of the past
++that benefits you in and around ruins. You can find things others wouldn't know to look for, plucking fruits of the past
+ that would otherwise go unharvested.
+
+ Connection: Choose one of the following, or choose one of the Focus Connections in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+@@ -58767,21 +58767,21 @@
+ Additional Equipment: One book on a technical topic such as plumbing, carpentry, electronics, or physics; it provides
+ you an asset on a related task if you spend ten minutes perusing the book ahead of time.
+
+-Minor Effect Suggestion: You remember something about the area that proves advantageous later, such as realizing there’s
++Minor Effect Suggestion: You remember something about the area that proves advantageous later, such as realizing there's
+ probably a fresh location to scavenge close by that has a good chance of not having been picked over by other survivors.
+
+ Major Effect Suggestion: A foe forgets about you unless you draw attention to yourself.
+
+ Tier 1:
+
+-Ruin Lore: You are trained in scavenging, which means you’re more likely to find useful things (and junk that can
++Ruin Lore: You are trained in scavenging, which means you're more likely to find useful things (and junk that can
+ potentially be turned into useful things) in the ruins of what came before. Enabler.
+
+ Knowledge Skills
+
+ Tier 2:
+
+-Fixer: You’ve learned enough of the past that you are trained in tasks to repair and build before‑times equipment, or
++Fixer: You've learned enough of the past that you are trained in tasks to repair and build before‑times equipment, or
+ equipment made with before‑times parts. In addition, repairing and building tasks take you about 20% less time to
+ complete. Enabler.
+
+@@ -58794,7 +58794,7 @@
+
+ Ability Choice: Choose either Disable Mechanisms or Resource Seeker as your tier 3 ability. Disable Mechanisms
+
+-Resource Seeker (3+ Intellect points): When you are looking for a specific inexpensive item you’d like to scavenge from
++Resource Seeker (3+ Intellect points): When you are looking for a specific inexpensive item you'd like to scavenge from
+ nearby ruins, such as a candle, an aspirin, or a can of preserved chili, you can focus your attention on it so that you
+ are more likely to find it. For the next ten minutes, if what you are seeking is within long range, you find it if you
+ succeed on a difficulty 2 Intellect roll. Each time you use this ability again in the same area, the difficulty is
+@@ -58822,28 +58822,28 @@
+ before‑times internet and satellite network (or an active network on which AIs who are not immediately dangerous
+ reside). The GM may decide there is no such connection in the area, but if there is, you can ask one basic question
+ about anything happening within 10 miles (16 km) and receive a simple answer. For example, you could ask about the
+-location of a specific creature or individual, and if they are within the range of this ability, you’ll learn about it
++location of a specific creature or individual, and if they are within the range of this ability, you'll learn about it
+ from a still‑functioning camera feed, satellite feed, or AI interaction. Action to initiate.
+
+ Walks the Wasteland
+
+-Most people want to hide from the devastation or just curl up and die rather than face a hostile world. Not you. You’re
+-determined to see what’s out there, to survive, and, more than that, to thrive. It’s that or let the radioactive rats—or
++Most people want to hide from the devastation or just curl up and die rather than face a hostile world. Not you. You're
++determined to see what's out there, to survive, and, more than that, to thrive. It's that or let the radioactive rats—or
+ whatever it is that hunts the ruins—get you. If you were around before the end, you could have been a soldier,
+ mercenary, or at least someone who had basic survival training. What sets you apart from all the others like you is that
+ you decided to hope when everything looked darkest. Since then, you have eaten your share of spoiled food and irradiated
+-water, and survived. Whether that’s because you’ve adapted, you’re luckier, or you were just tougher than the rest is
+-anyone’s guess. But you’re still walking the wastes even though so many others are gone. You probably don’t spend a lot
+-of time on your appearance, given that you wear the cobbled‑together clothing and bits and pieces of armor you’re able
+-to scavenge from the ruins. Appearance doesn’t matter; actions do.
++water, and survived. Whether that's because you've adapted, you're luckier, or you were just tougher than the rest is
++anyone's guess. But you're still walking the wastes even though so many others are gone. You probably don't spend a lot
++of time on your appearance, given that you wear the cobbled‑together clothing and bits and pieces of armor you're able
++to scavenge from the ruins. Appearance doesn't matter; actions do.
+
+ Connection: Choose one of the following, or choose one of the Focus Connections in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+ 1\. Pick one other PC. This character appears to be an able survivor, but in your mind, they seem to be at the end of
+-their rope. You’re constantly trying to convince them to keep trying, go the distance, and survive for a better
++their rope. You're constantly trying to convince them to keep trying, go the distance, and survive for a better
+ tomorrow.
+
+-2\. Pick one other PC. You feel very protective of this character and don’t want to see them harmed.
++2\. Pick one other PC. You feel very protective of this character and don't want to see them harmed.
+
+ 3\. Pick one other PC. This character comes from the same place you do, and you knew each other as children. Whether
+ that place exists any longer is something you and that character should decide.
+@@ -58869,16 +58869,16 @@
+ from before‑times supplies, living flora and fauna, and uncontaminated water sources. Enabler.
+
+ Tolerance: This hard life has built up your resistance over time, so you are trained in resisting the effects of natural
+-poisons (such as those from plants or living creatures) and radiation. You’re also immune to natural diseases. Enabler.
++poisons (such as those from plants or living creatures) and radiation. You're also immune to natural diseases. Enabler.
+
+-Weapon at Hand: You’re practiced with all weapons. To gain this benefit with a weapon you’ve never used before, you must
++Weapon at Hand: You're practiced with all weapons. To gain this benefit with a weapon you've never used before, you must
+ spend at least ten minutes practicing with it first. Enabler.
+
+ Tier 2:
+
+ Devoted Defender
+
+-Hardened by the End: You’re trained in Might defense tasks.
++Hardened by the End: You're trained in Might defense tasks.
+
+ Tier 3:
+
+@@ -58889,7 +58889,7 @@
+
+ Rapid Attack
+
+-Apocalyptic Stare: Your demeanor is of someone who shouldn’t be trifled with. You are trained in intimidation. Enabler.
++Apocalyptic Stare: Your demeanor is of someone who shouldn't be trifled with. You are trained in intimidation. Enabler.
+
+ Tier 4:
+
+@@ -58903,9 +58903,9 @@
+
+ Tier 6:
+
+-Ability Choice: Choose either Using What’s Available or Wasteland Camouflage as your tier 6 ability.
++Ability Choice: Choose either Using What's Available or Wasteland Camouflage as your tier 6 ability.
+
+-Using What’s Available
++Using What's Available
+
+ Wasteland Camouflage (5+ Speed or Intellect points): By drawing your clothing about you just so and using various tricks
+ and your deep knowledge of your surroundings, you become invisible for ten minutes in any landscape that contains ruins
+@@ -59026,7 +59026,7 @@
+ - Sorcerer (undead): Consorts With the Dead, Shepherds Spirits
+
+ Trickster or Con Artist: These clever folks are typically Speakers, although they could be Adepts if they are very
+-magical (or Explorers if they aren’t magical at all). Foci choices include Fights Dirty, Works the Back Alleys, or
++magical (or Explorers if they aren't magical at all). Foci choices include Fights Dirty, Works the Back Alleys, or
+ Entertains.
+
+ War-wizard: For those unusual characters who use a mix of weapon attacks and spells, play a Warrior with magic flavor or
+@@ -59066,7 +59066,7 @@
+
+ Magical characters get their abilities (which might be spells, rituals, or something else) from their type and focus,
+ and they can use these abilities as they see fit as long as they spend the required Pool points. This technically makes
+-them more like spontaneous casters. If you’d like to play something more like a prepared-caster wizard with a large
++them more like spontaneous casters. If you'd like to play something more like a prepared-caster wizard with a large
+ selection of abilities that you narrow down each day, consider a spellcasting-oriented focus like Channels Divine
+ Blessings, Masters Spells, or Speaks for the Land, and consider augmenting it with the optional spellcasting rule.
+
+@@ -59150,7 +59150,7 @@
+ becomes part of the transformation, rendering it unusable unless it has a passive effect, such as armor. In this form
+ your stats remain the same as your normal form, but you can move and attack according to your animal shape (attacks from
+ most animals this size are medium weapons, which you can use without penalty). Tasks requiring hands (such as using door
+-handles or pushing buttons) are hindered when in animal form. You cannot speak but can still use abilities that don’t
++handles or pushing buttons) are hindered when in animal form. You cannot speak but can still use abilities that don't
+ rely on human speech. You gain two minor abilities associated with the creature you become (see the Animal Form Minor
+ Abilities table). For example, if you transform into a bat, you become trained in perception and can fly up to a long
+ distance each round. If you transform into an octopus, you are trained in stealth and can breathe underwater. If you
+@@ -59161,7 +59161,7 @@
+ an animal, and perform tasks using hands without being hindered. Anyone who sees you clearly in this hybrid form would
+ never mistake you for a mere animal. Action to change or revert.
+
+-“Similar” is a broad term. Lions are similar to tigers and leopards, hawks are similar to ravens and swans, dogs are
++"Similar" is a broad term. Lions are similar to tigers and leopards, hawks are similar to ravens and swans, dogs are
+ similar to wolves and foxes, and so on.
+
+ Even if your animal shape has multiple attack types (such as claws and bite), you can attack only once per round unless
+@@ -59173,7 +59173,7 @@
+
+ Bigger Animal Shape: When you use Animal Shape, your animal form grows to about twice its normal size. Being so large,
+ your beast form gains the following additional bonuses: +1 to Armor, +5 to your Might Pool, and you are trained in using
+-your animal form’s natural attacks as heavy weapons (if you weren’t already). However, your Speed defense tasks are
++your animal form's natural attacks as heavy weapons (if you weren't already). However, your Speed defense tasks are
+ hindered. While bigger, you also gain an asset to tasks that are easier for a larger creature to perform, like climbing,
+ intimidating, wading rivers, and so on. Enabler.
+
+@@ -59185,7 +59185,7 @@
+ creature to affect it. Enabler.
+
+ Cypher Surge: When you use a subtle cypher spell, as part of that action you can expend one other subtle cypher. Instead
+-of the second cypher’s normal effect, you add one free level of Effort to the first cypher spell. Enabler.
++of the second cypher's normal effect, you add one free level of Effort to the first cypher spell. Enabler.
+
+ Defending Weapon: When using your enchanted weapon, you are trained in Speed defense tasks. Enabler.
+
+@@ -59216,7 +59216,7 @@
+
+ Faster Wild Magic: If you spend ten minutes preparing your magic, you can fill any of your open cypher slots with subtle
+ cyphers chosen randomly by the GM (this time can be part of a ten-minute, one-hour, or ten-hour recovery action if you
+-are awake for the entire time). You can’t use this ability again until after you’ve taken a ten-hour recovery action.
++are awake for the entire time). You can't use this ability again until after you've taken a ten-hour recovery action.
+ You can still use Magical Repertoire to fill your cypher slots. Action to initiate, ten minutes to complete.
+
+ Great Tree: When you use Wooden Body, you may grow to up to 12 feet (4 m) in height. In this larger form, you add 7
+@@ -59243,7 +59243,7 @@
+
+ A character might be able to take the shape of a creature that is similar to a common animal, such as a unicorn instead
+ of a horse or a basilisk instead of a lizard, but doing so should require applying at least one level of Effort to the
+-change, and the character wouldn’t gain any of the creature’s magical abilities.
++change, and the character wouldn't gain any of the creature's magical abilities.
+
+ Magical Repertoire: The number of subtle cyphers you can bear at the same time increases by two. If you spend one hour
+ preparing your magic, you can fill any of your open cypher slots with subtle cyphers chosen randomly by the GM (this
+@@ -59259,7 +59259,7 @@
+
+ Maximize Cypher: Choose one subtle cypher you bear. Its level becomes the maximum level possible for that cypher. For
+ example, a meditation aid has a level range of 1d6 + 2, so maximizing that cypher changes its level to 8. You can have
+-only one maximized subtle cypher at a time. You can’t use this ability again until after you’ve taken a ten-hour
++only one maximized subtle cypher at a time. You can't use this ability again until after you've taken a ten-hour
+ recovery action. Enabler.
+
+ Patient Recovery: You gain an extra ten-minute recovery roll each day. Enabler.
+@@ -59290,18 +59290,18 @@
+ Action.
+
+ Tree Travel (4+ Intellect points): You enter one tree and instantaneously and safely emerge from another one within long
+-distance. You don’t need to specify which tree you’re exiting from (if you know there are trees in that direction, you
+-can decide how far to go and you will step out of a tree in that area). If the starting tree’s trunk isn’t as large as
++distance. You don't need to specify which tree you're exiting from (if you know there are trees in that direction, you
++can decide how far to go and you will step out of a tree in that area). If the starting tree's trunk isn't as large as
+ your body, you must apply a level of Effort to enter it. You can choose to use Effort to increase the distance you
+ travel; one level of Effort used in this way increases the range to very long, two levels raise it to one mile (1.5 km),
+ and each additional level of Effort beyond that increases it by an additional mile. Action.
+
+ Wild Insight: You gain a momentary perfect understanding of the flow of magic around you at this moment. When preparing
+ your magic, choose one specific subtle cypher and make a magical lore skill roll against level 6. If you succeed, you
+-gain that subtle cypher (the cypher’s level is 6); if you fail, you get a random subtle cypher. If you aren’t sure what
+-specific subtle cypher you want, you can ask for a broad category such as “healing,” “movement,” or “skill”; this eases
+-the magical lore task, and if you succeed, the GM chooses a random cypher that fits that category. You can’t use this
+-ability again until after you’ve taken a ten-hour recovery action. Enabler.
++gain that subtle cypher (the cypher's level is 6); if you fail, you get a random subtle cypher. If you aren't sure what
++specific subtle cypher you want, you can ask for a broad category such as "healing," "movement," or "skill"; this eases
++the magical lore task, and if you succeed, the GM chooses a random cypher that fits that category. You can't use this
++ability again until after you've taken a ten-hour recovery action. Enabler.
+
+ Wooden Body (1+ Might points): You transform your body into living wood for ten minutes, which grants you several
+ benefits. You gain +1 to Armor and you are practiced in using your limbs as medium weapons. You need about one-tenth as
+@@ -59348,7 +59348,7 @@
+ Flying: The animal can fly, which (depending on the type of animal) may be up to a short or long distance on its turn.
+
+ Hands: The animal has paws or hands that are nearly as agile as those of a human. Unlike with most animal shapes, the
+-animal’s tasks that require hands are not hindered (although the GM may decide that some tasks requiring human agility,
++animal's tasks that require hands are not hindered (although the GM may decide that some tasks requiring human agility,
+ such as playing a flute, are still hindered).
+
+ Scent: The animal has a strong sense of smell, gaining an asset on tracking and dealing with darkness or blindness.
+@@ -59365,19 +59365,19 @@
+
+ VARIANT RULE: TWO DESCRIPTORS
+
+-By having dwarf, elf, or other species take the place of a character’s descriptor, it creates a situation where only
++By having dwarf, elf, or other species take the place of a character's descriptor, it creates a situation where only
+ human characters have the variability of choosing a descriptor that suits their personality. The GM might instead allow
+ all human characters to have two descriptors, and nonhuman characters to have a standard descriptor in addition to their
+ species descriptor.
+
+-Sometimes contradictory descriptors might weaken or negate each other’s benefits and drawbacks. If one descriptor gives
+-training in a skill and another gives an inability in that skill, they cancel each other out and the character doesn’t
++Sometimes contradictory descriptors might weaken or negate each other's benefits and drawbacks. If one descriptor gives
++training in a skill and another gives an inability in that skill, they cancel each other out and the character doesn't
+ have any modifier for that skill at all.
+
+ DESCRIPTORS AS SPECIES
+
+-If a player wants to play a nearly human species without any exceptional or unique special abilities, it’s easy for a GM
+-to pick an appropriate descriptor and use it as that species’ descriptor. A greyhound-like species might have the Fast
++If a player wants to play a nearly human species without any exceptional or unique special abilities, it's easy for a GM
++to pick an appropriate descriptor and use it as that species' descriptor. A greyhound-like species might have the Fast
+ descriptor.
+
+ CATFOLK
+@@ -59464,7 +59464,7 @@
+ Initial Link to the Starting Adventure: From the following list of options, choose how you became involved in the first
+ adventure.
+
+-1\. You think an object or material you’ve been looking for can be found where the other PCs are going.
++1\. You think an object or material you've been looking for can be found where the other PCs are going.
+
+ 2\. You were recruited because of your knowledge on a particular subject.
+
+@@ -59477,7 +59477,7 @@
+ Three feet tall and proud, you are fond of the comforts of home but itching for a little adventure now and then. Small
+ and quick, you have a way of getting along with everyone. You might have been raised in a halfling village, a mixed
+ community where humans and the small folk work and eat side by side as friends, or a less welcoming environment where
+-your people get things done using deception and criminal activity. You and humans have a lot in common—you’re just more
++your people get things done using deception and criminal activity. You and humans have a lot in common—you're just more
+ compact and efficient about it.
+
+ You gain the following characteristics:
+@@ -59503,7 +59503,7 @@
+
+ 3\. You were tricked into going with the other PCs or were brought along despite your very reasonable objections.
+
+-4\. You’re very protective of another PC and want to make sure they get through the upcoming challenges.
++4\. You're very protective of another PC and want to make sure they get through the upcoming challenges.
+
+ LIZARDFOLK
+
+@@ -59546,14 +59546,14 @@
+
+ BARGAINER FIEND 3 (9)
+
+-Bargainer fiends are natives of “hell dimensions” whose job is to come to the mortal world and convince people to barter
++Bargainer fiends are natives of "hell dimensions" whose job is to come to the mortal world and convince people to barter
+ or trade their souls. Their natural shape is usually a lanky humanoid with horns, claws, vestigial bat wings, and a
+ forked tail, with a faint smell of brimstone, but they can partially or completely disguise themselves as humans to
+ tempt and advise mortals.
+
+ Typical devils are warriors and torturers, and demons are mortal souls reforged into entities of pure spite and hate,
+ whereas bargainer fiends see themselves as classier beings with loftier goals. However, bargainers are aware that they
+-are weaker than their counterparts, and they make sure they don’t do any front-line fighting if they can help it.
++are weaker than their counterparts, and they make sure they don't do any front-line fighting if they can help it.
+
+ Motive: Bargain for souls
+
+@@ -59569,12 +59569,12 @@
+
+ Modifications: Deception as level 5
+
+-Combat: A bargainer fiend attacks with a punch or a firearm. If they aren’t trying to hide their inhuman nature, they
++Combat: A bargainer fiend attacks with a punch or a firearm. If they aren't trying to hide their inhuman nature, they
+ throw short-range bolts of painful hellfire, inflicting 4 points of damage and stunning the target for one round.
+
+-The heart of a bargainer fiend’s power is its ability to arrange for rewards for a mortal client in exchange for the
+-client’s soul. Typical rewards are training in a skill, learning a new type or focus ability, wealth equivalent to one
+-exorbitant item, an artifact, or anything else that can be acquired by spending 4 XP. The price is always the client’s
++The heart of a bargainer fiend's power is its ability to arrange for rewards for a mortal client in exchange for the
++client's soul. Typical rewards are training in a skill, learning a new type or focus ability, wealth equivalent to one
++exorbitant item, an artifact, or anything else that can be acquired by spending 4 XP. The price is always the client's
+ mortal soul, usually after a specific time period. Bigger demands by the client require the fiend to get approval from
+ their superiors, and the price is higher, but usually still manageable.
+
+@@ -59596,11 +59596,11 @@
+ DIVINITY OF THE CITY 8 (24)
+
+ Divinities of the city are a pantheon of modern-era demigods who have a strong connection to some aspect of urban life.
+-They get their powers from their connection to a modern element that’s being worshipped. For example, the Divinity of
++They get their powers from their connection to a modern element that's being worshipped. For example, the Divinity of
+ Defacement gains power when someone creates graffiti or stares in wonder at a mural, while the Divinity of Urban
+-Creatures grows stronger each time someone saves a turtle from a highway or shivers at coyotes’ calls. Divinities look
++Creatures grows stronger each time someone saves a turtle from a highway or shivers at coyotes' calls. Divinities look
+ mostly humanoid, but their appearance has some tie to their connection. The Divinity of Defacement might wear
+-graffiti-themed clothing, the Divinity of Urban Creatures might have a bear’s head, and the Divinity of Architecture
++graffiti-themed clothing, the Divinity of Urban Creatures might have a bear's head, and the Divinity of Architecture
+ might have gargoyle wings.
+
+ Motive: Defense; protection; power
+@@ -59638,9 +59638,9 @@
+ beautiful, or dangerous. Illusions cover up to a ten-block area and last for up to an hour. Seeing through one is a
+ level 8 task.
+
+-Interaction: Divinities rarely care about humans unless they’re connected to their particular part of the urban
++Interaction: Divinities rarely care about humans unless they're connected to their particular part of the urban
+ landscape. Sometimes they can be persuaded or negotiated with, but not if the character has previously damaged or
+-endangered the divinity’s connection—for example, a poacher of urban wildlife probably has no chance of interacting
++endangered the divinity's connection—for example, a poacher of urban wildlife probably has no chance of interacting
+ positively with a Divinity of Urban Creatures.
+
+ Use: A divinity is a powerful aggressive or defensive force, putting the PCs in a position where they must fight or
+@@ -59655,7 +59655,7 @@
+
+ Electricity elementals alternate between a feral-looking humanoid energy form and a near-spherical cloud of intensely
+ glowing sparks. They spontaneously arise when supernatural events take place near high-voltage wires or electrical
+-substations, and their high rate of speed often means they’ve traveled hundreds of miles before anyone realizes they
++substations, and their high rate of speed often means they've traveled hundreds of miles before anyone realizes they
+ appeared. Extremely mobile and curious, they inadvertently or deliberately cause harm wherever they go.
+
+ Motive: Explore and shock
+@@ -59676,19 +59676,19 @@
+ As its action, an elemental can heal itself for up to 4 points of health by draining power from a touched electrical
+ machine, creature (such as a robot), manifest cypher, or artifact. A drained object moves one step down the object
+ damage track. A drained robot takes 4 points of damage. A drained manifest cypher is fully consumed and useless. A
+-drained artifact immediately checks for depletion (artifacts with a depletion of “—” are either immune to this ability
++drained artifact immediately checks for depletion (artifacts with a depletion of "—" are either immune to this ability
+ or have a depletion of 1 in 1d10 for this purpose).
+
+ An electricity elemental can pass through conductive materials at full speed, ignoring obstacles and difficult terrain.
+-An electricity elemental can power any electrical device that runs on household power, but it’s uncomfortable for them
+-and they don’t like doing it.
++An electricity elemental can power any electrical device that runs on household power, but it's uncomfortable for them
++and they don't like doing it.
+
+ Interaction: Electricity elementals are somewhat intelligent but perceive and think at much faster rates than humans, so
+-they quickly become frustrated with “slow” communication. They can be summoned and controlled with magic, but there’s a
++they quickly become frustrated with "slow" communication. They can be summoned and controlled with magic, but there's a
+ 10% chance the elemental breaks free of the spell and attacks or flees.
+
+ Use: Power grid fluctuations throughout the city may be the result of a roving electricity elemental. Something exploded
+-every car battery along a major street. Something noisy has taken over the eccentric inventor’s workshop.
++every car battery along a major street. Something noisy has taken over the eccentric inventor's workshop.
+
+ GARGOYLE 4 (12)
+
+@@ -59716,7 +59716,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Seeing through deception, stealth, hiding, and sneaking as level 6
+
+-Combat: Most gargoyles don’t wish to fight and will do so only reluctantly or if something or someone they’re guarding
++Combat: Most gargoyles don't wish to fight and will do so only reluctantly or if something or someone they're guarding
+ is threatened. Their most basic attack is to throw or fly themselves fully at their foe, hitting the target with their
+ entire body for 4 points of ambient damage (ignores Armor), but they may claw twice, inflicting 4 points of damage with
+ each attack.
+@@ -59733,16 +59733,16 @@
+ stretch out their wings, limbs, and even other body parts to fill the entirety of the space.While in this form they
+ cannot move or attack, but they can return to their normal size as part of another action.
+
+-Take the Attack: Move up to a short distance on someone else’s turn to take an attack directed at the person, place, or
+-object they’re guarding. Other than the distance traveled, this works like the taking the attack cooperative action.
++Take the Attack: Move up to a short distance on someone else's turn to take an attack directed at the person, place, or
++object they're guarding. Other than the distance traveled, this works like the taking the attack cooperative action.
+ (Typically, the gargoyle relies on its Armor to absorb most of this damage.)
+
+ Water Spout: Open their mouth and emit a powerful short-distance stream of water that inflicts 4 points of damage to
+ everyone in its path.
+
+-Interaction: While gargoyles can be conscripted and tricked into guarding, they’re much more likely to throw themselves
++Interaction: While gargoyles can be conscripted and tricked into guarding, they're much more likely to throw themselves
+ into the job if someone takes the time to earn their loyalty. They are not always the smartest, but they are very
+-“grumpy sunshine” and often quite funny.
++"grumpy sunshine" and often quite funny.
+
+ Use: Gargoyles work best when used to defend something. PCs can end up at odds with a gargoyle who thinks (incorrectly
+ or correctly) that their beloved building is in danger, or have to find a gargoyle that for some reason has gone missing
+@@ -59758,7 +59758,7 @@
+ the ability to drive themselves, and a love for the smell of blood on asphalt.
+
+ A haunted car makes a bond with a chosen driver—usually someone with a similarly evil nature, or a meek person the car
+-can influence and control. Over time, the driver might physically transform due to the car’s influence, becoming more
++can influence and control. Over time, the driver might physically transform due to the car's influence, becoming more
+ attractive, confident, and cruel. The car is jealous of anyone interested in its chosen driver, either pushing the
+ driver to turn them away or hunting them down on its own.
+
+@@ -59800,13 +59800,13 @@
+ A haunted car with at least 1 health recovers a few points of health every hour. The chosen driver can double this rate
+ by actively repairing the car.
+
+-Interaction: A haunted car doesn’t converse or bargain. It lurks, using engine noises and evocative songs from its radio
++Interaction: A haunted car doesn't converse or bargain. It lurks, using engine noises and evocative songs from its radio
+ to intimidate and threaten anyone it wants to kill.
+
+ Use: Haunted cars go looking for trouble or to hurt those who harmed them or their driver.
+
+-Loot: A haunted car created by magic might have a few strange bits that can be used as magical cyphers. Otherwise, it’s
+-worth whatever cash a chop shop or junkyard will pay for it—assuming that won’t just spread its malice to other vehicles
++Loot: A haunted car created by magic might have a few strange bits that can be used as magical cyphers. Otherwise, it's
++worth whatever cash a chop shop or junkyard will pay for it—assuming that won't just spread its malice to other vehicles
+ . . .
+
+ HELL MARY 5 (15)
+@@ -59823,7 +59823,7 @@
+
+ In the mirror, she looks at first like a glare of light, then as a skeleton or dead body, then as a woman with the face
+ of a nightmare—empty eye sockets and a single bloodshot eye in her forehead. Her mouth is full of sharpened teeth, and
+-the claws of her hands are curled and silver‑tipped. Her skin and dress are so coated in blood it’s impossible to tell
++the claws of her hands are curled and silver‑tipped. Her skin and dress are so coated in blood it's impossible to tell
+ where they end and she begins. As she starts to crawl from the mirror, she moves faster and faster until she pulls
+ herself fully free as a corporeal being. Typically, Hell Mary will not attack creatures that she deems as innocent or
+ unworthy of revenge, unless they provoke her in some way.
+@@ -59859,7 +59859,7 @@
+ Weird apps and viruses are a frequent problem on internet-enabled devices, even more so when magic is brought into the
+ mix. Internet d@emons are semi-sentient bits of code that live in computers and smart devices. Initially created to be
+ harmless or even helpful (fulfilling a simple purpose such as converting files, refining data searches, or anonymizing
+-an IP address), they’ve become aggressive and malicious, either deliberately created to cause harm or bucking the
++an IP address), they've become aggressive and malicious, either deliberately created to cause harm or bucking the
+ constraints of their original code to evolve and multiply. Unsuspecting sorcerers might grab a magical app that promises
+ quicker access to difficult spells or insight on the next big crypto drop, accidentally infecting their devices with a
+ dangerous techno-magical creature.
+@@ -59867,11 +59867,11 @@
+ Most magicians draw the attention of an internet d@emon by using malware cypher apps like EasyMagic.
+
+ > Internet d@emons have grown beyond their original programming and function like creatures rather than simple software—
+-> essentially, they’re a sort of magical limited artificial intelligence. They’re immune to abilities that only affect
++> essentially, they're a sort of magical limited artificial intelligence. They're immune to abilities that only affect
+ > non-sentient programs.
+ >
+ > Some magicians have tried partnering with a d@emon, allowing it to feed on their magic in exchange for a daily
+-> magic-enhancing cypher, but the d@emon’s hunger usually grows too strong for it to resist taking more magic than the
++> magic-enhancing cypher, but the d@emon's hunger usually grows too strong for it to resist taking more magic than the
+ > character planned for.
+
+ Motive: Hunger for magic
+@@ -59893,9 +59893,9 @@
+ computer or smart device, slowly and gently draining magic from a nearby creature without being noticed.
+
+ When a magic-capable creature uses a ten‑minute, one-hour, or ten-hour recovery roll within immediate range of a device
+-with an internet d@emon, subtract 1 from the result of the recovery roll. Over time, the d@emon’s siphoning power
++with an internet d@emon, subtract 1 from the result of the recovery roll. Over time, the d@emon's siphoning power
+ strengthens, increasing to 2 or even 3 points taken from every recovery roll. An affected creature can attempt a
+-perception task against the d@emon’s stealth modifier to realize that something is tapping into their magic.
++perception task against the d@emon's stealth modifier to realize that something is tapping into their magic.
+
+ If the character discovers which app or device the d@emon is associated with, deleting the app or destroying the device
+ forces the d@emon to either flee through the internet (requiring its action for one to three rounds, depending on local
+@@ -59912,22 +59912,22 @@
+ > Use: An internet d@emon usually starts out as an innocuous app subtly draining magic, then switches to an active,
+ > aggressive mode when discovered or if starved.
+
+-Loot: A destroyed internet d@emon’s physical form leaves behind a lace-like fragment of magical energy that functions as
++Loot: A destroyed internet d@emon's physical form leaves behind a lace-like fragment of magical energy that functions as
+ a meditation aid cypher.
+
+ POLLUTION GOBLIN 2 (6)
+
+ Pollution goblins are strange child-sized creatures that arise in environments where pollution or toxic waste is common.
+ Their green skin is covered in scabs and pustules, except where it looks melted by acid, and their eyes have a wicked
+-green glow that’s faintly visible in the dark. They don’t seem to have much of a culture or society, roaming around
+-polluted areas like scavenging insects. They often ignore each other’s presence and never attack each other, but they
+-immediately unite against a common foe if any of them are threatened. A pollution goblin’s semi-liquefied body can slide
++green glow that's faintly visible in the dark. They don't seem to have much of a culture or society, roaming around
++polluted areas like scavenging insects. They often ignore each other's presence and never attack each other, but they
++immediately unite against a common foe if any of them are threatened. A pollution goblin's semi-liquefied body can slide
+ up or down any firm surface, allowing them to climb anywhere with ease. Pollution goblins have bones and internal
+-organs, but they’re oddly shaped and don’t match those of any known creature. Because of this, and how they quickly melt
++organs, but they're oddly shaped and don't match those of any known creature. Because of this, and how they quickly melt
+ away if killed, they might actually be artificial beings like homunculi, or inanimate matter given life like an
+-elemental. They seem to arise spontaneously in locations where pollution reaches a threshold, and they don’t reproduce
+-in the normal biological sense. Pollution goblins are stupid and easily tricked, but it doesn’t take long for them to
+-realize they’ve been deceived, and they always make sure to punish someone who fools them.
++elemental. They seem to arise spontaneously in locations where pollution reaches a threshold, and they don't reproduce
++in the normal biological sense. Pollution goblins are stupid and easily tricked, but it doesn't take long for them to
++realize they've been deceived, and they always make sure to punish someone who fools them.
+
+ Motive: Hunger for flesh; spreading filth
+
+@@ -59946,7 +59946,7 @@
+ Combat: Pollution goblins use scavenged weapons to attack prey at range, preferring stolen pistols (usually with only
+ one or two bullets left) or hurled containers of toxic goo. When up close, they bite.
+
+-A pollution goblin’s body is infused with dangerous chemicals. Any person spending their turn within immediate range of
++A pollution goblin's body is infused with dangerous chemicals. Any person spending their turn within immediate range of
+ a pollution goblin must succeed at a Might defense roll or become sick. Within an hour, all their tasks are hindered,
+ and for every 24 hours that pass, they must make another Might defense roll or move one step down the damage track (a
+ success ends the sickness).
+@@ -59964,15 +59964,15 @@
+
+ A television thoughtform is a nexus of images and videos from TV programming, brought to life—usually accidentally—by
+ unconscious or deliberate magic. Typically, the thoughtform looks like a specific television character in the real
+-world, but objects and even locations have been known to manifest as thoughtforms. The thoughtform isn’t initially aware
+-that they’re a manifestation of a fictional television program, but over time they usually come to realize their
+-artificial origin and that the “world” they lived in and the people they knew there weren’t real. Most thoughtforms
++world, but objects and even locations have been known to manifest as thoughtforms. The thoughtform isn't initially aware
++that they're a manifestation of a fictional television program, but over time they usually come to realize their
++artificial origin and that the "world" they lived in and the people they knew there weren't real. Most thoughtforms
+ adapt to their new situation, but some have a traumatic response to their new reality and become dangerous.
+
+ > A thoughtform is a thought or idea made real, usually through intense belief, concentration, or magic. Buddhist
+-> philosophy has a similar concept called a “tulpa.”
++> philosophy has a similar concept called a "tulpa."
+ >
+-> It’s possible to create a thoughtform of a real person out of documentary footage, newscasts, interviews, or other
++> It's possible to create a thoughtform of a real person out of documentary footage, newscasts, interviews, or other
+ > media where the person on the screen is portraying themselves. These thoughtforms tend to have a poor time adjusting
+ > to a reality where they are an artificial copy of a real person, rejected by their friends and loved ones.
+
+@@ -59998,18 +59998,18 @@
+ Thoughtforms can incidentally alter their own reality in small ways relevant to their fictional self, such as suddenly
+ changing outfits to match the situation, producing useful equipment (like a weapon or mobile phone) out of nothing, or
+ instantly recovering 3 points of health. The thoughtform usually hand-waves how they were able to do this; pressing them
+-on these abilities eventually leads to them learning that they’re a thoughtform. These abilities might happen
+-automatically as part of the thoughtform’s action, or they might use an action to duck out of sight and return after the
++on these abilities eventually leads to them learning that they're a thoughtform. These abilities might happen
++automatically as part of the thoughtform's action, or they might use an action to duck out of sight and return after the
+ change has happened.
+
+-Interaction: A thoughtform that’s ignorant of their true nature acts exactly as their fictional self would. An aware
++Interaction: A thoughtform that's ignorant of their true nature acts exactly as their fictional self would. An aware
+ thoughtform develops their own personality over time, which might be similar to their fictional persona or radically
+-different as a rebellion against how they were “forced” to act.
++different as a rebellion against how they were "forced" to act.
+
+ > Use: Thoughtforms create quirky, interesting, and misleading encounters where PCs and NPCs mistake them for
+-> cosplayers, famous actors, people experiencing delusions (about a fictional city or a “hologram program”), or odd
++> cosplayers, famous actors, people experiencing delusions (about a fictional city or a "hologram program"), or odd
+ > local residents (such as a hard-boiled detective or a high-school sports hero or bully). They sometimes know secret
+-> information about the media they’re from.
++> information about the media they're from.
+
+ Loot: Although a dead thoughtform and their equipment slowly fades away into nothingness, sometimes they leave behind an
+ interesting cypher.
+@@ -60022,10 +60022,10 @@
+ labor.
+
+ Most are natty dressers, often altering the clothing of large dolls or young children to create well-heeled outfits for
+-themselves. They prefer to have their own private spaces in people’s homes or businesses, but will inhabit small
+-shelters or niches if they can’t find any other home. Many live in coffee shops, finding the offerings of caffeine and
++themselves. They prefer to have their own private spaces in people's homes or businesses, but will inhabit small
++shelters or niches if they can't find any other home. Many live in coffee shops, finding the offerings of caffeine and
+ pastries well worth the tasks they perform in thanks (usually cleaning, making elegantly lettered signs, and organizing
+-cupboards). They’re most active in the evenings and overnight, but some choose to acclimate to the rhythm of the city
++cupboards). They're most active in the evenings and overnight, but some choose to acclimate to the rhythm of the city
+ they live in and can be seen during the day.
+
+ A brownie who feels insulted, disrespected, or unappreciated will quickly become malicious and spread word about whoever
+@@ -60049,8 +60049,8 @@
+ Mend: Spend two rounds mending something that is broken (up to level 5). The item works for two rounds before it returns
+ to its broken state. (This ability does not work on used cyphers or depleted artifacts.)
+
+-Needle and Thread: Magically sew a creature’s clothing, shoes, accessories, or skin to something else, making it
+-difficult for the creature to move. The creature’s actions are hindered until they succeed on a level 3 Might defense
++Needle and Thread: Magically sew a creature's clothing, shoes, accessories, or skin to something else, making it
++difficult for the creature to move. The creature's actions are hindered until they succeed on a level 3 Might defense
+ roll to break free.
+
+ No See Me: Take the shape of a small object in the vicinity, such as a cookie jar, shoe, or vase. The brownie is
+@@ -60069,21 +60069,21 @@
+ > harmed them.
+
+ Use: Brownies are usually supportive characters in a story, but they may be vexing tricksters—or even outright
+-antagonists if living in a home where the primary foe (or a player character) mistreats them. They’re usually overlooked
++antagonists if living in a home where the primary foe (or a player character) mistreats them. They're usually overlooked
+ by nonmagical people, so they often witness secret events and have interesting information.
+
+ > \*Rural brownies have the same stats as urban brownies. The differences between them are mostly in appearance and
+ > personality, as rural brownies tend to dress in rags, prefer to work at night, and are not opposed to doing manual
+-> labor outdoors in all manner of weather—provided they’re well-rewarded.
++> labor outdoors in all manner of weather—provided they're well-rewarded.
+
+ VULTURE SPIRIT 3(9)
+
+ Vulture spirits look like tall humans with bald heads and horrible, hunched posture. They blend in, and they like it
+-that way. Vulture spirits subsist on other people’s pain and misery, which has led to a bad reputation that’s hard to
++that way. Vulture spirits subsist on other people's pain and misery, which has led to a bad reputation that's hard to
+ shake.
+
+-Despite prevalent misconceptions, vulture spirits generally prefer not to cause pain and misery—they just feed on what’s
+-already present, providing relief in the process. They’re gentle and reserved, with soft, scratchy voices. The most
++Despite prevalent misconceptions, vulture spirits generally prefer not to cause pain and misery—they just feed on what's
++already present, providing relief in the process. They're gentle and reserved, with soft, scratchy voices. The most
+ well-known and well-respected vulture spirits work in medical professions and form symbiotic relationships with their
+ patients.
+
+@@ -60114,7 +60114,7 @@
+ roll, they take 4 points of damage and lose their next action as they relive their worst memory.
+
+ Remote Draining: If a creature within short range is experiencing pain or suffering, the vulture spirit can use their
+-action to drain it from that creature. The spirit gains 1 point of health and the creature’s affliction is alleviated
++action to drain it from that creature. The spirit gains 1 point of health and the creature's affliction is alleviated
+ for one round.
+
+ Interaction: Vulture spirits are clever and shy. They can speak human languages but revert to bird sounds such as
+@@ -60124,18 +60124,18 @@
+ Use: Vulture spirits are good for creating eerie encounters about sickness and pain, especially if the player characters
+ mistake the spirit as the cause of the trouble rather than incidental to it.
+
+-Loot: A vulture spirit’s pockets are full of feathers, altogether which function as a curative cypher.
++Loot: A vulture spirit's pockets are full of feathers, altogether which function as a curative cypher.
+
+ WITCHFOX 4 (12)
+
+ A witchfox is a supernatural creature whose natural form is that of a fox, but they can transform into a human form and
+ walk among regular people. Like humans, some are evil, some are good, and most are in the middle, but many of the
+-stories and legends are about the bad ones. A witchfox’s fur is usually red, black, or silver, but some are pure white.
++stories and legends are about the bad ones. A witchfox's fur is usually red, black, or silver, but some are pure white.
+ Witchfoxes often have multiple tails (up to nine); most human legends say the creature gains more tails as it gets
+ older, wiser, and more powerful.
+
+-Witchfoxes don’t have human morals, but ones friendly to humans try their best to adapt, with mixed results. For
+-example, a witchfox thinks it’s fine to steal something from a person they dislike and give that item as a gift to
++Witchfoxes don't have human morals, but ones friendly to humans try their best to adapt, with mixed results. For
++example, a witchfox thinks it's fine to steal something from a person they dislike and give that item as a gift to
+ someone they like. Most witchfoxes are afraid of dogs and avoid spending time near them or near people who have them.
+
+ Witchfoxes are also known as vulps or fox sorcerers.
+@@ -60161,11 +60161,11 @@
+
+ Intellect defense roll as part of their turn.
+
+-Feed: The witchfox draws on the life force of an adjacent dead or nearly dead person (GM’s discretion), or eats the
++Feed: The witchfox draws on the life force of an adjacent dead or nearly dead person (GM's discretion), or eats the
+ heart of a dead person, restoring 4 points of health and easing all tasks for the next day.
+
+-Human Guise: The witchfox changes shape into a human form (any gender, any age). They usually have a “tell” indicating
+-their nonhuman nature, such as a fox’s tail, a fox-like face, fur on their body, or a fox’s shadow. The witchfox can
++Human Guise: The witchfox changes shape into a human form (any gender, any age). They usually have a "tell" indicating
++their nonhuman nature, such as a fox's tail, a fox-like face, fur on their body, or a fox's shadow. The witchfox can
+ revert to their fox form as part of another action.
+
+ Illusion: The witchfox creates a nonmoving illusion in a short area, such as making a hovel look like a home or an empty
+@@ -60175,7 +60175,7 @@
+ of Might or Speed damage (ignores Armor).
+
+ Interaction: A witchfox in human form tries to keep up the pretense of being human for as long as possible. Once their
+-true nature is revealed, they’re likely to bargain for what they want (a home, safety, their magical cravings) or attack
++true nature is revealed, they're likely to bargain for what they want (a home, safety, their magical cravings) or attack
+ or flee if negotiations turn against them.
+
+ Use: A witchfox is potentially a threat, thief, criminal, rival, informant, or romantic partner, depending on their
+@@ -60188,22 +60188,22 @@
+ ZORP 1 (3)
+
+ Zorps are an obnoxious but mostly harmless kind of gremlin. Nobody is quite sure where they come from; they tend to show
+-up randomly with no prompting, but seem to be drawn to people who use magic. As soon as there’s one causing trouble
++up randomly with no prompting, but seem to be drawn to people who use magic. As soon as there's one causing trouble
+ somewhere, more are soon to follow. Zorps combine the most destructive aspects of puppies and young children; they tear
+-up clothing and decorations to craft simple “costumes,” scribble on walls and papers, eat ingredients left out on the
++up clothing and decorations to craft simple "costumes," scribble on walls and papers, eat ingredients left out on the
+ kitchen counter, make armpit farts during sentimental moments, whisper insults at guests, spill potted plants, and leave
+ little poops in the middle of the floor.
+
+ Zorps communicate effectively with each other using grunts, nonsense words, gestures, and facial expressions. After
+ hearing any spoken language, they can speak and understand that language for a few minutes, but their grammar and
+-vocabulary are childlike. They can easily mimic a person’s voice, but only seem to do so to make fun of them or mislead
++vocabulary are childlike. They can easily mimic a person's voice, but only seem to do so to make fun of them or mislead
+ others.
+
+-> Zorps using their native “language” sound vaguely French. “Zagree goo!” “Zoot lorz!” “Encroy!” “Stoopy fohn!” “Say tee
+-> nowee!”
++> Zorps using their native "language" sound vaguely French. "Zagree goo!" "Zoot lorz!" "Encroy!" "Stoopy fohn!" "Say tee
++> nowee!"
+ >
+-> Zorps also tend to “die” if startled or hurt—it’s their automatic reaction to a potential threat, much like a possum
+-> “playing possum.”
++> Zorps also tend to "die" if startled or hurt—it's their automatic reaction to a potential threat, much like a possum
++> "playing possum."
+
+ Motive: Mischief and curiosity
+
+@@ -60221,8 +60221,8 @@
+ they can just as easily harm foes by dropping heavy things from above, activating dangerous devices in the area, or
+ tripping opponents onto pointy edges and corners. Any of these attacks inflicts 2 points of damage.
+
+-Zorps are notoriously hard to kill. If an attack would reduce a zorp’s health to 0, it does so only if the number rolled
+-in the attack was an even number; otherwise, the zorp takes no damage but appears to “die” in a burst of purple liquid
++Zorps are notoriously hard to kill. If an attack would reduce a zorp's health to 0, it does so only if the number rolled
++in the attack was an even number; otherwise, the zorp takes no damage but appears to "die" in a burst of purple liquid
+ resembling paint, leaving behind no body. (The zorp actually has scuttled to a hiding space within immediate range and
+ will move farther away as soon as they can do so safely, returning later after recovering health or when their curiosity
+ gets the better of them.)
+@@ -60231,7 +60231,7 @@
+ attempts to communicate. Bribes of candy, wrapping paper, and loud toys can hold their attention for a minute or so.
+
+ Use: Zorps are chaotic and mischievous, with no regard for the consequences of their actions or the feelings of others.
+-They’re not intentionally malicious, but they can cause trouble and outright harm simply by “playing” too hard with
++They're not intentionally malicious, but they can cause trouble and outright harm simply by "playing" too hard with
+ important things.
+
+ Loot: Zorps rarely hold onto anything for more than a few minutes, but sometimes they might have a stolen manifest
+@@ -60239,7 +60239,7 @@
+
+ SUPERPOWERED CREATURES
+
+-Superheroes don’t just stop bank robbers and fight supervillains—sometimes they face giant robots, alien space monsters,
++Superheroes don't just stop bank robbers and fight supervillains—sometimes they face giant robots, alien space monsters,
+ or so-called gods. GMs can use the following examples to estimate the level and challenges for such threats.
+
+ | Level | Example |
+@@ -60265,10 +60265,10 @@
+ The most important element of each creature or NPC is its level. The level is the same as the target number used to
+ determine what a player must roll to attack or defend
+
+-against that creature. In each entry, the target number for the creature—which is three times the creature’s level—is
+-listed in parentheses after its level. A creature’s target number is usually also its health. Health is the amount of
++against that creature. In each entry, the target number for the creature—which is three times the creature's level—is
++listed in parentheses after its level. A creature's target number is usually also its health. Health is the amount of
+ damage the creature can sustain before it is dead or incapacitated. For easy reference, the entries always list a
+-creature’s health, even when it’s the normal amount for a creature of its level. For more detailed information on level,
++creature's health, even when it's the normal amount for a creature of its level. For more detailed information on level,
+ health, combat, and other elements, see Understanding the Listings in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+ Building More Creatures and NPCs
+@@ -60281,32 +60281,32 @@
+
+ it works in your game
+
+-Blighted. Another approach is to apply the Blighted “template” to a regular animal, creature, or person, turning them
++Blighted. Another approach is to apply the Blighted "template" to a regular animal, creature, or person, turning them
+ into a more twisted version of their pre‑apocalypse self.
+
+ Blighted
+
+ A blighted creature or NPC is touched by a mutation and/or a contagion that makes them more dangerous than standard
+ creatures of their type. It is scarred and twisted in some way, and possibly slightly bigger—or at least wirier—than
+-average, which explains why it’s survived so long, even blighted. A blighted creature shows signs of degradation—such as
++average, which explains why it's survived so long, even blighted. A blighted creature shows signs of degradation—such as
+ a bacterial, viral, or even mycological infection—tracing disturbing sores, scars, or encrustations across its skin or
+ hide. The specifics are up to you. Many blighted creatures and people are hungry and hurt, acting rabidly. But an NPC
+ could just as easily retain human sentiment despite their deteriorated condition.
+
+ Effect: Apply the following stat adjustments to a blighted creature.
+
+-• Increase the creature’s level by 1 and increase all its related stats by the appropriate amount (1 more point of
++• Increase the creature's level by 1 and increase all its related stats by the appropriate amount (1 more point of
+ average damage, 3 more points of health, and so on).
+
+-• The creature’s perception tasks are hindered by two steps; whatever blights the creature is slowly blinding it.
++• The creature's perception tasks are hindered by two steps; whatever blights the creature is slowly blinding it.
+
+-• In bright light, the creature’s tasks are hindered. (A blighted human could wear shades to nullify this hindrance;
++• In bright light, the creature's tasks are hindered. (A blighted human could wear shades to nullify this hindrance;
+ other creatures might come up with similar tactics or stay in shadows when possible.)
+
+-• The creature’s scratches, bites, spittle, or similar attacks contain a contagion known as “the blight.” The Blight:
+-The creature is a contagion vector for the same agent that blights it, whether that’s radiation, bacteria, a virus,
++• The creature's scratches, bites, spittle, or similar attacks contain a contagion known as "the blight." The Blight:
++The creature is a contagion vector for the same agent that blights it, whether that's radiation, bacteria, a virus,
+ mycological spores, or something stranger. Treat the contagion as a disease with a level equal to the blighted
+-creature’s level. The affected creature’s tasks are hindered by one additional step each day a Might defense roll is
++creature's level. The affected creature's tasks are hindered by one additional step each day a Might defense roll is
+ failed. For each two steps a target is hindered, it also moves one step down the damage track. When a target moves down
+ the third step, either it dies (20% chance) or it survives but gains the Blighted template (80% chance). A blighted
+ creature loses the hindrance described in this paragraph.
+@@ -60327,7 +60327,7 @@
+
+ Nuclear Apocalypse
+
+-Besides creatures common to any apocalypse, it’s possible PCs could run into various radioactive creatures such as
++Besides creatures common to any apocalypse, it's possible PCs could run into various radioactive creatures such as
+ fusion hounds, glowing roaches, gamma worms, and radioactive bears, as well as a variety of creatures with the Blighted
+ template.
+
+@@ -60351,7 +60351,7 @@
+ ANGEL OF THE APOCALYPSE 7 (21)
+
+ If the End Times causes civilization to fall, biblical threats multiply across the land, including one or more angels of
+-the apocalypse. They are every bit as terrifying as the Four Horsemen because they’re charged with bringing about the
++the apocalypse. They are every bit as terrifying as the Four Horsemen because they're charged with bringing about the
+ end of the world. They have little room for pity or the plights of individuals; they have nations to topple and the
+ forces of Hell to oppose.
+
+@@ -60362,7 +60362,7 @@
+
+ Motive: Instigate the biblical apocalypse; fight the forces of Hell
+
+-Environment: Almost anywhere, usually alone or fighting Hell’s armies
++Environment: Almost anywhere, usually alone or fighting Hell's armies
+
+ Health: 27
+
+@@ -60376,14 +60376,14 @@
+
+ Combat: The angel of the apocalypse attacks twice each round with their greatsword.
+
+-An angel’s halo momentarily brightens with unbearable psychic energy as combat begins; foes within short range are
++An angel's halo momentarily brightens with unbearable psychic energy as combat begins; foes within short range are
+ stunned for one minute if they fail an Intellect defense roll, or until they succeed on an Intellect defense task on
+-their turn to end the effect early. A success means that creature becomes immune to the halo’s overwhelming effect.
++their turn to end the effect early. A success means that creature becomes immune to the halo's overwhelming effect.
+
+ The angel can blow their trumpet as their action, creating a blast of sound and energy that sweeps out in all directions
+ to a long distance, inflicting 8 points of damage to all creatures that hear it who fail a Might defense roll, and 2
+ points even with a successful roll. Structures in the area descend one step on the object damage track. Once they blow
+-their trumpet, they usually can’t blow it again for several rounds.
++their trumpet, they usually can't blow it again for several rounds.
+
+ Interaction: Wrapped in purpose, an angel of the apocalypse may ignore entreaties or, if one deigns to respond, tell
+ supplicants to ready themselves for judgment. However, if someone manages to convince an angel to take notice due to
+@@ -60405,7 +60405,7 @@
+ Because AIs are entities of extreme intelligence, they can adapt to new situations. Most AIs act on some kind of plan,
+ whether long acting or concocted to fit the situation at hand.
+
+-\*When acting from a remote terminal, the AI’s effective level is lowered. It can be as low as level 3, but typically is
++\*When acting from a remote terminal, the AI's effective level is lowered. It can be as low as level 3, but typically is
+ level 5.
+
+ Motive: Varies
+@@ -60421,7 +60421,7 @@
+ Movement: None, or instantly to any networked machine able to host them
+
+ Combat: An electrical discharge—or in some cases precisely pulsed sequences of lights, each designed for a specific
+-creature to see—can affect all targets within short range of the AI (or the AI’s local “terminal”), inflicting damage
++creature to see—can affect all targets within short range of the AI (or the AI's local "terminal"), inflicting damage
+ from electricity (or Intellect damage, which ignores Armor).
+
+ An AI may attempt to install an instance of themself in the wetware (the brain) of humans and any other nearby sapient
+@@ -60429,7 +60429,7 @@
+ Intellect defense roll is stunned, losing their next turn as they stare in rapt attention. If they fail a subsequent
+ defense roll, they come under the control of the AI instance for one minute, or until they succeed on an Intellect
+ defense roll on their turn. A PC under AI control might stand and do nothing, fall mysteriously unconscious, or take an
+-action to advance the AI’s goals.
++action to advance the AI's goals.
+
+ AIs can control other lower level computer systems and sometimes even nanobots.
+
+@@ -60443,18 +60443,18 @@
+ Some AIs continue to improve themselves by modifying their own code. These AIs are level 8 threats with 27 health, and
+ they can create cyphers and artifacts, which they often deploy in combat.
+
+-Interaction: Some AIs enjoy negotiation. Others simply ignore humans as unworthy of their time and attention. An AI’s
++Interaction: Some AIs enjoy negotiation. Others simply ignore humans as unworthy of their time and attention. An AI's
+ voice often sounds surprisingly human.
+
+-Use: The PCs’ shelter is overtaken by a storm of grey goo, which answers to an AI operating out of a nearby safehouse.
++Use: The PCs' shelter is overtaken by a storm of grey goo, which answers to an AI operating out of a nearby safehouse.
+
+ Loot: An AI may have access to 1d6 cyphers and two or three artifacts.
+
+ CANNIBAL 3 (9)
+
+ Cannibals come in a variety of different forms, depending on their situation. Some seem like normal and perhaps even
+-charming survivors, except to their targets. These “nice” cannibals may eat human flesh when desperate or to take
+-advantage of meat that would otherwise go to waste. Or maybe they’ve developed a taste for human flesh.
++charming survivors, except to their targets. These "nice" cannibals may eat human flesh when desperate or to take
++advantage of meat that would otherwise go to waste. Or maybe they've developed a taste for human flesh.
+
+ Others look the part, having descended into the kind of bestial, erratic behavior that cannibalism can inflict on long
+ term practitioners.
+@@ -60481,7 +60481,7 @@
+ Combat: Cannibals use improvised weapons, like ropes, chair legs, and jagged pieces of broken glass. A few cannibals
+ with more resources rely on long range firearms and rifles until they run out of ammunition.
+
+-In any group of four or more cannibals, there’s probably one (revealed as a GM intrusion) who has filed their teeth and
++In any group of four or more cannibals, there's probably one (revealed as a GM intrusion) who has filed their teeth and
+ can make a horrific bite attack once every minute or two. This attack inflicts damage and requires the target to succeed
+ on a Might defense roll. On a failure, the cannibal bites off a bit of the target, who is stunned and loses their next
+ turn. See the Cannibal Severing Bite Effects table.
+@@ -60505,7 +60505,7 @@
+
+ 4 Chunk from leg
+
+-5 Ear; target’s perception task that rely on hearing are hindered until target adapts
++5 Ear; target's perception task that rely on hearing are hindered until target adapts
+
+ 6 Throat; target descends on step on damage track each round until ally succeeds on a difficulty 5 healing task
+
+@@ -60513,14 +60513,14 @@
+
+ BEAST 6 (18)
+
+-Beast (also called “Conquest”) is present at mass shootings and acts of genocide. He is adroit at spreading
+-misinformation and, prior to the apocalypse, was often seen on various “newstainment” shows and conspiracy theory
++Beast (also called "Conquest") is present at mass shootings and acts of genocide. He is adroit at spreading
++misinformation and, prior to the apocalypse, was often seen on various "newstainment" shows and conspiracy theory
+ websites, spreading lies under an alias. Then and now, he appears in a white suit, accessorized with white shades and
+ gloves. His hair is white, too.
+
+ Motive: Spread lies; incite others to rabid acts of cruelty
+
+-Environment: Almost anywhere with a dupe he’s gaslighted and/or with one or more of the Four
++Environment: Almost anywhere with a dupe he's gaslighted and/or with one or more of the Four
+
+ Health: 24
+
+@@ -60541,15 +60541,15 @@
+ As one of the Four, Beast can see in the dark, regains 1 health each round, and, if killed, reappears within 1d10 days
+ at the next nearest location that previously experienced a mass shooting or genocidal act.
+
+-Interaction: Beast comes across as a kind truth teller, someone “just asking questions,” but it doesn’t take long for
+-perceptive people to realize he’s a consummate, continual gaslighter, always working to manipulate others.
++Interaction: Beast comes across as a kind truth teller, someone "just asking questions," but it doesn't take long for
++perceptive people to realize he's a consummate, continual gaslighter, always working to manipulate others.
+
+ Use: A sniper on the ridge tries to pick the PCs off as they pass across a bridge. Behind the sniper stands a man in
+ white.
+
+ SWORD 6 (18)
+
+-Sword (also called “War”) is never far from large‑scale conflicts. She glories in battle and warfare, and before the
++Sword (also called "War") is never far from large‑scale conflicts. She glories in battle and warfare, and before the
+ world ended, she was a provocateur, a mercenary, a soldier, and sometimes a general. However, once a war is good and
+ started, she prefers fighting over watching. Then and now, she dresses in red, preferring red military attire and a
+ massive sword—or assault rifle—the color of blood.
+@@ -60568,7 +60568,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Attacks as level 8
+
+-Combat: Sword’s blood colored weapon is either a greatsword or an assault rifle, whatever she needs it to be in the
++Combat: Sword's blood colored weapon is either a greatsword or an assault rifle, whatever she needs it to be in the
+ moment. She attacks three times with the sword as her action. With the rifle, she can make one very long range attack
+ (with no hindrance despite the range) or two long range attacks.
+
+@@ -60579,15 +60579,15 @@
+ As one of the Four, Sword can see in the dark, regains 1 health each round, and, if killed, reappears within 1d10 days
+ at the next nearest location that previously experienced war.
+
+-Interaction: Sword is full of swagger, often causing fights with biting insults. However, if she can’t incite a fight,
+-she’s just as happy to start one herself, especially as part of a false flag operation.
++Interaction: Sword is full of swagger, often causing fights with biting insults. However, if she can't incite a fight,
++she's just as happy to start one herself, especially as part of a false flag operation.
+
+ Use: A band of raiders, dozens strong, appears on the horizon. Leading them is a woman on a red horse.
+
+ FAMINE 6 (18)
+
+ Famine delighted in economic collapse and starvation before the apocalypse. They still spend time destabilizing survivor
+-groups’ livelihoods by direct and indirect means. Famine is rail thin, and carries a chain weapon with weighted, disc
++groups' livelihoods by direct and indirect means. Famine is rail thin, and carries a chain weapon with weighted, disc
+ shaped ends that can also be used as an improvised scale.
+
+ Motive: Starve the living; destabilize organized groups
+@@ -60621,7 +60621,7 @@
+
+ PLAGUE 6 (18)
+
+-Plague (often called “Death”) is present wherever people die of disease or infirmity brought on by age. She prefers
++Plague (often called "Death") is present wherever people die of disease or infirmity brought on by age. She prefers
+ black and pale green evening wear, including long pale green gloves and often a grinning skull mask. When traveling, she
+ drives a pale green hearse or motorcycle, or rides a horse the same sickly green color.
+
+@@ -60652,17 +60652,17 @@
+ due to old age.
+
+ Interaction: Of all the Four, Plague is the most changeable in outlook, and sometimes is even somewhat sympathetic to
+-humanity’s plight. When she’s in such a mood, persuasive characters could convince Plague to pass them over, though she
+-promises that it’s only a temporary stay of death.
++humanity's plight. When she's in such a mood, persuasive characters could convince Plague to pass them over, though she
++promises that it's only a temporary stay of death.
+
+ Use: The characters find a before‑times bunker filled with corpses killed by some strange infection, plus a living
+-“human” wearing a black and pale green evening gown.
++"human" wearing a black and pale green evening gown.
+
+ GAMMA WORM 6 (18)
+
+ Gamma worms hide their large forms by burrowing beneath the ground, and when they emerge on the surface, they cloak
+-themselves behind psychic distortion fields. The only clue someone has that they’re being stalked is a smell of cloves
+-over the stale whiff of death. Unfortunately, if someone smells a gamma worm’s distinctive odor, it’s probably already
++themselves behind psychic distortion fields. The only clue someone has that they're being stalked is a smell of cloves
++over the stale whiff of death. Unfortunately, if someone smells a gamma worm's distinctive odor, it's probably already
+ too late.
+
+ Gamma worms might be the result of military research, radioactive mutation, or aliens or other strange intruders seeking
+@@ -60686,7 +60686,7 @@
+ Combat: Gamma worms attack twice each round with blades they unfold from their wormlike lengths. Alternatively, about
+ once each hour a gamma worm can unleash a hail of gamma spikes against up to three targets within short range. Targets
+ struck by the spikes take damage and must succeed on a Might defense roll or fall unconscious. Unconscious targets wake
+-up a few rounds later feeling dizzy and slightly sick to their stomach—they’ve developed radiation sickness.
++up a few rounds later feeling dizzy and slightly sick to their stomach—they've developed radiation sickness.
+
+ Gamma worms can use their action to generate a psychic field that effectively grants them invisibility. The invisibility
+ lasts until they attack or move more than an immediate distance on their turn.
+@@ -60737,7 +60737,7 @@
+
+ Interaction: Glowing roaches almost always react like voracious insects, despite their size. That is, except for swarms
+ of ten or more, which act like sapient creatures. Sapient swarms may try to lure survivors, possibly even spelling out
+-human readable letters in the sand that anonymously ask for help or promise it. But it’s a ruse; they despise humans for
++human readable letters in the sand that anonymously ask for help or promise it. But it's a ruse; they despise humans for
+ all the ways people used to exterminate roaches in the before times.
+
+ Use: A visit to a ruined hospital or airport scares up a few glowing roaches when light is introduced to a dark place.
+@@ -60794,7 +60794,7 @@
+ the target must succeed on a second Speed defense roll, which is hindered. On a failed roll, the blossom hooks itself to
+ the target until the target can detach the blossom with a successful Might roll as their action. Each round a blossom is
+ hooked to a target, the target automatically takes 3 points of ambient damage from microwave energy emitted by the
+-creature’s bloom. Some varieties of hooked blossoms produce soporific pollen (treat as poison) instead of microwaves. If
++creature's bloom. Some varieties of hooked blossoms produce soporific pollen (treat as poison) instead of microwaves. If
+ a character is hooked by one of these blossoms, they must instead succeed on an Intellect defense roll each round they
+ remain hooked, or fall asleep. A sleeping target must be roused by an ally or suffer physical damage to wake. Each round
+ a target remains asleep, they automatically take 3 points of Intellect damage (ignores Armor). In its juvenile, rooted
+@@ -60808,10 +60808,10 @@
+
+ MELTED 4 (12)
+
+-Survivors assume the melted are another strain of mutants. Maybe so, but they’re not originally from Earth. Or rather,
+-not this Earth. The melted leaked in from a parallel world’s apocalypse caused by a snafu with a high energy
++Survivors assume the melted are another strain of mutants. Maybe so, but they're not originally from Earth. Or rather,
++not this Earth. The melted leaked in from a parallel world's apocalypse caused by a snafu with a high energy
+ supercollider. Dozens of different but parallel timelines smashed into each other. The few survivors were fused beings
+-composed of many different alternate versions of the same person, each still “radioactive” with latent transdimensional
++composed of many different alternate versions of the same person, each still "radioactive" with latent transdimensional
+ energy.
+
+ Motive: Surcease from constant pain; absorb more sapient beings
+@@ -60828,7 +60828,7 @@
+
+ Combat: The melted attack with two claws.
+
+-If a melted defeats a foe, they “consume” it by drawing it fully into their body cavity as their action, healing the
++If a melted defeats a foe, they "consume" it by drawing it fully into their body cavity as their action, healing the
+ melted for 10 health and giving the creature a few hours free of pain, allowing their mind to clear.
+
+ A given melted may also have a trait associated with the transdimensional energy they burn with.
+@@ -60887,7 +60887,7 @@
+ The bear attacks twice each round with its claws, or bites once. If its bite attack succeeds against a target suffering
+ from radiation sickness, the bear regains 5 points of health.
+
+-On a target’s failed Might defense roll, the bear holds the target in its jaws, hindering their tasks until they can
++On a target's failed Might defense roll, the bear holds the target in its jaws, hindering their tasks until they can
+ escape. If the bear begins its turn with a target held in its jaws, the bear automatically deals bite damage as its
+ action.
+
+@@ -60895,13 +60895,13 @@
+ targeting everything within immediate range. Targets that fail a Might defense roll take damage from the radiation.
+
+ If the radioactive bear is the result of military or AI design rather than a natural mutation, it may also have a
+-mechanism capable of firing a long range laser at distant targets, deployed from a harness fused to the creature’s
++mechanism capable of firing a long range laser at distant targets, deployed from a harness fused to the creature's
+ flesh.
+
+ In areas of dangerous radiation, the radioactive bear regains 2 points of health each round.
+
+ Interaction: Radioactive bears are clever predators, sly if they need to be. If not too hungry, a radioactive bear might
+-let potential prey pass it by, assuming they don’t antagonize the bear.
++let potential prey pass it by, assuming they don't antagonize the bear.
+
+ Use: The characters glance behind them as they drive their vehicle across the landscape and see a huge bear, apparently
+ giving chase.
+@@ -60909,7 +60909,7 @@
+ RAIDER
+
+ Stripped of humanity by brutal living conditions and their determination to survive no matter the cost, raiders still
+-look human. But beneath that veneer, they’re feral.
++look human. But beneath that veneer, they're feral.
+
+ Motive: Raid and kill for what they want
+
+@@ -60922,7 +60922,7 @@
+
+ FELL RIDER 3 (9)
+
+-Motorcycle riding raiders keep their “motor wheels” alive through constant tinkering and repair. The two wheeled
++Motorcycle riding raiders keep their "motor wheels" alive through constant tinkering and repair. The two wheeled
+ machines are modified with spears, spikes, lances, and sometimes guns and flamethrowers. Fell riders wear heavy
+ protective garments made from fur, salvaged clothing, and leather from past targets. Goggles protect their eyes, and
+ bones are sewn through their wild, greasy hair as decoration.
+@@ -60939,18 +60939,18 @@
+
+ Combat: Using pikes, spears, or lances welded to the front of their bike, a fell rider typically makes ride‑by attacks
+ against foes from just outside short range. A fell rider is one with their bike, always moving to engage and disengage.
+-If knocked from their bike (possibly a minor effect), a fell rider’s attacks and Speed defenses are hindered until they
++If knocked from their bike (possibly a minor effect), a fell rider's attacks and Speed defenses are hindered until they
+ regain the seat as their action. Some riders use larger four‑wheeled vehicles with open canopies instead of motorcycles.
+ These fell riders have 2 Armor and can attempt a run‑down attack on up to three targets that are next to each other and
+ not in a vehicle, inflicting 8 points of damage. Struck targets that fail a Might defense roll descend one step on the
+ damage track.
+
+-Loot: A fell rider’s motorcycle, when repaired, is a useful vehicle with enough gas for miles of travel.
++Loot: A fell rider's motorcycle, when repaired, is a useful vehicle with enough gas for miles of travel.
+
+ MARAUDER 3 (9)
+
+ Marauders are raiders who attack with stealth, wrapping themselves in light smothering clothes and targeting survivors
+-after midnight. By day, they act like regular people, part of a survivor community. That’s pretense; when time allows,
++after midnight. By day, they act like regular people, part of a survivor community. That's pretense; when time allows,
+ they torture targets to death and take flesh trophies.
+
+ Health: 12
+@@ -60962,7 +60962,7 @@
+ Modifications: Stealth and deception tasks as level 5
+
+ Combat: Marauders use stealth and the night to position themselves before attacking, hoping to make their initial attack
+-with surprise using bladed weapons. Whether they have surprise or not, if they attack before their target’s first
++with surprise using bladed weapons. Whether they have surprise or not, if they attack before their target's first
+ action, their attacks are eased and inflict 6 points of damage.
+
+ Marauders often dose their bladed weapons with poison, so targets must also make a Might defense roll or take 2 points
+@@ -61017,28 +61017,28 @@
+ 2 Fire thrower (level 7): immediate‑range weapon inflicts 7 points of damage on all targets within immediate range
+ (depletion: 1 in 1d10)
+
+-3 Release the beast: Gives the command to “release the beast”; a melted loyal to warlord charges into the fight
++3 Release the beast: Gives the command to "release the beast"; a melted loyal to warlord charges into the fight
+
+ 4 Force shield (level 5): Static field blocks all incoming attacks against the warlord for one round (depletion: 1–2 in
+ 1d10)
+
+-5 Power gauntlet: Warlord’s power gauntlet grabs foe and automatically deals damage from crushing until foe escapes
++5 Power gauntlet: Warlord's power gauntlet grabs foe and automatically deals damage from crushing until foe escapes
+
+-6 Skystrike: Calls in a “skystrike” from a battered wristband; a round later, a missile launched from a before‑times
++6 Skystrike: Calls in a "skystrike" from a battered wristband; a round later, a missile launched from a before‑times
+ satellite strikes nearby, inflicting 10 points of damage on all creatures within a short area who fail a Speed defense
+ roll, and 2 points on those who succeed (depletion: automatic)
+
+ AI ZOMBIE 3 (9)
+
+ An artificial intelligence that permanently installs itself onto the wetware (in this case, the brain) of a human or
+-other sapient creature creates an AI zombie. The AI replaces the person’s personality and motivations, turning them into
+-a shambling creature who only does the AI’s bidding, even as their body decays and falls apart (though most keep
++other sapient creature creates an AI zombie. The AI replaces the person's personality and motivations, turning them into
++a shambling creature who only does the AI's bidding, even as their body decays and falls apart (though most keep
+ shambling because of an injection of nano repair bots).
+
+ AI zombies are driven by a single, simple motive implanted by the original artificial intelligence—usually related to
+-destroying resources before competing AI instances can use them. They aren’t intelligent enough to direct themselves or
++destroying resources before competing AI instances can use them. They aren't intelligent enough to direct themselves or
+ problem solve outside of this goal, unless the AI takes direct control, using a particular AI zombie as a remote
+-“terminal” from which to act and observe the world.
++"terminal" from which to act and observe the world.
+
+ Motive: Follow dictates of AI that created or that controls them
+
+@@ -61058,8 +61058,8 @@
+ one level 5 creature, inflicting 5 points of damage.
+
+ AI zombies are hard to finish off because self repairing nanotech stitched into their flesh restores 1 point of health
+-each round. If reduced to 0 health, there is a 50% chance that the nanotech continues to function on the zombie’s turn,
+-allowing the creature to shudder back to life, skin crawling with miniscule “healing” robots. (If an AI zombie is cut
++each round. If reduced to 0 health, there is a 50% chance that the nanotech continues to function on the zombie's turn,
++allowing the creature to shudder back to life, skin crawling with miniscule "healing" robots. (If an AI zombie is cut
+ off from ambient radio signals, they do not regain health each round.)
+
+ That same nanotech makes AI zombies infectious. Their bites spread a level 6 (or, in some cases, level 8) disease due to
+@@ -61080,8 +61080,8 @@
+ or organs. That same process kicks into overdrive in zombie hulks, converting everything they eat into additional mass
+ and muscle. The result is three times as massive as a regular zombie and five times as dangerous.
+
+-ZOMBIE SPRINTER: Instead of being much larger than normal, a zombie’s regenerative system can imbue it with incredible
+-quickness, making it much faster than the shamblers often encountered. The resulting zombie sprinter’s speed and
++ZOMBIE SPRINTER: Instead of being much larger than normal, a zombie's regenerative system can imbue it with incredible
++quickness, making it much faster than the shamblers often encountered. The resulting zombie sprinter's speed and
+ ferocity make it hard to escape.
+
+ Zombie sprinter: level 3, initiative as level 5; moves a long distance each round; three bites per round inflict 3
+@@ -61104,13 +61104,13 @@
+
+ Combat: A zombie hulk bashes with massive, permanently balled fists stained with the gore of past targets.
+
+-Alternatively, a zombie hulk can bite a target. When this occurs, it’s almost impossible to force the hulk’s jaws apart
++Alternatively, a zombie hulk can bite a target. When this occurs, it's almost impossible to force the hulk's jaws apart
+ again. When a target takes damage from a bite, they must also succeed on a Speed defense roll or one of their limbs is
+-clamped in the hulk’s mouth. The target automatically takes damage each round they are caught, and all their tasks are
++clamped in the hulk's mouth. The target automatically takes damage each round they are caught, and all their tasks are
+ hindered, including attempts to escape. Meanwhile, the hulk is free to bash other foes as its action even as it chews on
+ a previously caught target.
+
+-If an attack would reduce the zombie hulk’s health to 0, it does so only if the number rolled for the attack was an even
++If an attack would reduce the zombie hulk's health to 0, it does so only if the number rolled for the attack was an even
+ number; otherwise, the zombie is reduced to 1 point of health instead.
+
+ Interaction: A zombie hulk may choose to smash a nearby structure instead of going straight toward food, but it is
+@@ -61126,8 +61126,8 @@
+ must reach to attack or defend against the opponent. In each entry, the target number for the creature is listed in
+ parentheses after its level. The target number is three times the level.
+
+-A creature’s target number is usually also its health, which is the amount of damage it can sustain before it is dead or
+-incapacitated. For easy reference, the entries always list a creature’s health, even when it’s the normal amount for a
++A creature's target number is usually also its health, which is the amount of damage it can sustain before it is dead or
++incapacitated. For easy reference, the entries always list a creature's health, even when it's the normal amount for a
+ creature of its level.
+
+ CREATURES AND NPCs BY LEVEL
+@@ -61253,10 +61253,10 @@
+ BIGGER AND TOUGHER
+
+ If you need a larger or tougher version of a creature, such as a dire wolf or a giant crocodile, you can just increase
+-the creature’s level (and all of its modifications) by 1 or 2. If the creature has a damage or health stat that isn’t
+-the default for its level, take that into account at the modified creature’s new level.
++the creature's level (and all of its modifications) by 1 or 2. If the creature has a damage or health stat that isn't
++the default for its level, take that into account at the modified creature's new level.
+
+-A simple rule of thumb is to double a creature’s size (length, width, and height) for every level it increases.
++A simple rule of thumb is to double a creature's size (length, width, and height) for every level it increases.
+
+ OTHER CREATURES AND NPCs FOR A FANTASY GAME
+
+@@ -61394,8 +61394,8 @@
+ The basilisk can spit its poison up to short range, inflicting 1 point of damage and moving the target one step down the
+ damage track if they fail a Might defense roll.
+
+-The basilisk’s venom affects its breath, and on its turn, anything within immediate range of it must make a Might
+-defense roll or take 1 point of poison damage. Because of this constant invisible cloud of poison, a basilisk’s lair is
++The basilisk's venom affects its breath, and on its turn, anything within immediate range of it must make a Might
++defense roll or take 1 point of poison damage. Because of this constant invisible cloud of poison, a basilisk's lair is
+ surrounded by a stinking area of dead vegetation, blasted earth, and etched stone.
+
+ Basilisk venom is so potent that even creatures that are immune to poison can still be harmed by it, taking 5 points of
+@@ -61444,7 +61444,7 @@
+ Fiendish Beast: The blackguard has a companion creature such as a dog, horse, or raven with an eerie, unnatural look (in
+ the case of small animals, the creature may also be an exceptionally large specimen of its kind). The creature is
+ actually a semi-intelligent fiend in animal shape (and therefore immune to abilities that affect only normal animals)
+-that can understand the blackguard’s commands, and may even be able to speak. If the beast is a horse or similar
++that can understand the blackguard's commands, and may even be able to speak. If the beast is a horse or similar
+ creature, the blackguard might ride it as a mount.
+
+ Necromancy: The blackguard uses a ten-minute ritual to animate a human-sized corpse as a zombie under their control. The
+@@ -61462,7 +61462,7 @@
+
+ Aura: Defense rolls by foes within immediate distance of the blackguard are hindered.
+
+-Unholy Blessing: The blackguard’s defense rolls are eased.
++Unholy Blessing: The blackguard's defense rolls are eased.
+
+ Interaction: Blackguards enjoy killing righteous paragons of good and are often cruel for the sake of cruelty itself.
+
+@@ -61474,7 +61474,7 @@
+
+ CAMBION 5 (15)
+
+-Fine ebony scales cover a cambion’s perfectly athletic figure. Two reddish horns grow from
++Fine ebony scales cover a cambion's perfectly athletic figure. Two reddish horns grow from
+
+ its brow, and the tips of fangs emerge from between its dusky lips. Its eyes, absent iris and
+
+@@ -61484,7 +61484,7 @@
+
+ everyone expects of them, and embrace evil.
+
+-Motive: Defense, conquest, revenge on a world that’s rejected them
++Motive: Defense, conquest, revenge on a world that's rejected them
+
+ Environment: Anywhere, often hiding in plain sight
+
+@@ -61502,7 +61502,7 @@
+ their attacks. Some cambions develop their natural and magical abilities to become powerful sorcerers, but most can call
+ up hellish energy merely by willing it at least once per day, as follows.
+
+-Finger of Torture: A ruby ray lances out from the cambion’s finger to strike an enemy prone with torturous pain on a
++Finger of Torture: A ruby ray lances out from the cambion's finger to strike an enemy prone with torturous pain on a
+ failed Might defense task. The target automatically takes 6 points of damage each round until they can escape the effect
+ with an Intellect task.
+
+@@ -61547,7 +61547,7 @@
+ > • Armor: Covers a creature with ugly scales, granting them +3 to Armor for an hour.
+ >
+ > • Madness: Wracks the brain of one creature within short range for one hour, reducing them to a babbling catatonic
+-> state in which they can’t recognize friend or foe. If disturbed or harmed, the creature is likely to lash out with
++> state in which they can't recognize friend or foe. If disturbed or harmed, the creature is likely to lash out with
+ > lethal force at what it perceives as its tormentors.
+ >
+ > • Organ Request: Extracts a handful of internal organs from an opponent within short range, moving the creature one
+@@ -61561,12 +61561,12 @@
+ > • Teleport: Moves the mage up to 100 miles (160 km) away, or less far if they bring additional creatures with them.
+ >
+ > • Twist Flesh: Reshapes the flesh of a creature within close range, turning it into a hideous monstrosity for one
+-> hour. The transformed creature’s actions are hindered, but its physical attacks inflict +3 points of damage. The
+-> mage’s control over the creature is limited to indicating which target it should attack.
++> hour. The transformed creature's actions are hindered, but its physical attacks inflict +3 points of damage. The
++> mage's control over the creature is limited to indicating which target it should attack.
+ >
+ > A corrupt mage usually has several cyphers useful in combat and perhaps an artifact as well.
+
+-Interaction: Corrupt mages generally can’t be trusted and see other creatures as things to experiment on and vivisect.
++Interaction: Corrupt mages generally can't be trusted and see other creatures as things to experiment on and vivisect.
+ They might negotiate with someone who brings them a rare specimen or spell. Many are mentally disturbed by their
+ research and self-alterations and may fluctuate between calm clarity, obsession, paranoia, and rage.
+
+@@ -61580,8 +61580,8 @@
+ Cyclopes resemble massive humans that stand 50 to 60 feet (15 to 18 m) tall and weigh about 10,000 pounds (4,500 kg).
+ Everything about these giants is exaggerated, from the thick features of their faces to their oversized hands and lumpy,
+ corpulent bodies. They clothe themselves in animal skins, scraps of cloth, or canvas stolen during their travels. A
+-cyclops’s most distinctive feature is the single eye positioned in the center of its forehead. Cyclopes live on the
+-edges of civilized areas or on remote islands. For all their power and stature, they aren’t especially brave, and most
++cyclops's most distinctive feature is the single eye positioned in the center of its forehead. Cyclopes live on the
++edges of civilized areas or on remote islands. For all their power and stature, they aren't especially brave, and most
+ have a dim idea that puny humans have an advantage when they have numbers on their side.
+
+ Motive: Hungers for flesh
+@@ -61611,7 +61611,7 @@
+ > points of damage. Escaping from under a dead cyclops requires a successful Might roll.
+
+ Interaction: Cyclopes know the language of the lands they inhabit, but they are notoriously dim and easily fooled. A
+-cyclops thinks about its belly first and foremost and doesn’t pay much attention to what it stuffs in its mouth.
++cyclops thinks about its belly first and foremost and doesn't pay much attention to what it stuffs in its mouth.
+
+ Use: A cyclops has been rampaging across the countryside, and warriors sent to deal with it have been vanquished. PCs
+ who investigate learn that the cyclops has been robbed and is trying to find the stolen item.
+@@ -61662,8 +61662,8 @@
+ • Wish: The demon lord can grant a mortal a wish (up to level 9) in exchange for an appropriate payment or service, but
+ the wish is often twisted or has hidden consequences.
+
+-Interaction: Demon lords are willing to bargain with mortals if it leads to the mortal’s corruption or advances the
+-demon’s agenda in some way. They sometimes respond to flattery or bribes of powerful souls or magic items.
++Interaction: Demon lords are willing to bargain with mortals if it leads to the mortal's corruption or advances the
++demon's agenda in some way. They sometimes respond to flattery or bribes of powerful souls or magic items.
+
+ Use: A mad cult wants to summon a demon lord in order to end the world. A mysterious stranger offers aid in exchange for
+ a favor to be named later.
+@@ -61694,15 +61694,15 @@
+ start of its next turn.
+
+ An air elemental can disperse itself over a short area as an action. In this form it is invisible, unable to attack, and
+-can’t be attacked except with area attacks. The elemental can remain in this form indefinitely, but must use an action
++can't be attacked except with area attacks. The elemental can remain in this form indefinitely, but must use an action
+ to return to its normal form.
+
+ Air elementals are elusive opponents and hard to destroy. If an air elemental is reduced to 0 health, there is a 50
+ percent chance that it rejuvenates a few rounds later with 6 health. The elemental then continues to fight or flees to
+ cause trouble elsewhere.
+
+-Interaction: Air elementals see and hear many things, but they are flighty and what they remember usually isn’t
+-important or relevant. They can be summoned with magic but don’t like being controlled, and there is a 10 percent chance
++Interaction: Air elementals see and hear many things, but they are flighty and what they remember usually isn't
++important or relevant. They can be summoned with magic but don't like being controlled, and there is a 10 percent chance
+ that they free themselves and strike out on their own.
+
+ Use: A safe mountain trail has become hazardous due to unseasonal winds that threaten to push travelers off a cliff. An
+@@ -61728,7 +61728,7 @@
+ Movement: Immediate
+
+ Combat: Thorn elementals batter foes with thorny, vine-wrapped fists. Targets who suffer damage must make a successful
+-Might defense roll or take 2 points of Speed damage from a paralytic poison transmitted by a thorn’s prick. Worse, the
++Might defense roll or take 2 points of Speed damage from a paralytic poison transmitted by a thorn's prick. Worse, the
+ poison continues to inflict 2 points of Speed damage each round until the victim succeeds at a Might defense roll.
+
+ As its action, a thorn elemental can disentangle its form and reassemble a new body anywhere within long range where
+@@ -61768,13 +61768,13 @@
+
+ Instead of a bashing attack, a water elemental can use its action to attempt to envelop, smother, and crush one
+ opponent, who can resist with a Might defense roll. If the opponent fails, it takes 4 points of damage immediately and
+-every round on the elemental’s turn. Each following turn, the enveloped character must attempt a new Might defense roll
+-every round or move one step down the damage track from drowning as the elemental forces itself into the creature’s
++every round on the elemental's turn. Each following turn, the enveloped character must attempt a new Might defense roll
++every round or move one step down the damage track from drowning as the elemental forces itself into the creature's
+ lungs. The creature can free itself with a Might defense roll. An elemental with an enveloped opponent can move up to a
+ short distance as its action; a common tactic is to dive deep, release their opponent to drown normally, then return to
+ its previous position to fight other opponents.
+
+-Any attack that inflicts 6 or more points of cold damage hinders a water elemental’s actions on its next turn.
++Any attack that inflicts 6 or more points of cold damage hinders a water elemental's actions on its next turn.
+
+ Interaction: Water elementals are somewhat intelligent but think very differently from humans, so they often seem
+ distracted and dull. They are generally compliant when summoned with magic, but there is about a 5 percent chance that
+@@ -61812,7 +61812,7 @@
+ darkness, see and hear remote locations, speak with the dead, mesmerize or paralyze a person, cause blindness, or create
+ a ward against energy damage. They also have the following magical abilities:
+
+-• Curse: The priest curses a foe within short range, hindering all of the foe’s actions by two steps.
++• Curse: The priest curses a foe within short range, hindering all of the foe's actions by two steps.
+
+ • Heal: The priest heals a touched creature for 10 health or removes an affliction such as a disease or curse.
+
+@@ -61890,11 +61890,11 @@
+
+ Statues littering the grounds outside a ruin are meant to deter savvy robbers and explorers. The statues, ranging in
+ size from birds to warriors astride steeds, all depict creatures in states of fright and pain, the final image of death.
+-These pieces are not the work of a fevered mind, but the fates of those who braved a gorgon’s lair. Gorgons were humans
++These pieces are not the work of a fevered mind, but the fates of those who braved a gorgon's lair. Gorgons were humans
+ once. After they offended the gods with their vanity, they were transformed into hideous monsters. A gorgon has the
+ upper body of a human of perfect form and physique, but the lower body of a giant serpent, complete with rattling tail.
+-One who dares look at a gorgon’s face can see traces of the old beauty beneath a weary veneer, darkened by hatred.
+-Instead of hair, serpents crown a gorgon’s head, snapping and hissing at anyone who draws near. Yet the most terrible
++One who dares look at a gorgon's face can see traces of the old beauty beneath a weary veneer, darkened by hatred.
++Instead of hair, serpents crown a gorgon's head, snapping and hissing at anyone who draws near. Yet the most terrible
+ aspect of a gorgon is its gaze, which can turn any creature to stone.
+
+ Motive: Isolation, defense
+@@ -61924,7 +61924,7 @@
+ Interaction: Bitterness consumes gorgons. They lead lonely lives, cut off from everyone they have loved. Negotiating
+ with one would be something of a feat.
+
+-Use: A gorgon’s head retains its power to petrify for several days after being cut from the creature. The PCs might
++Use: A gorgon's head retains its power to petrify for several days after being cut from the creature. The PCs might
+ brave the gorgon so they can use its head to defeat an even more powerful foe.
+
+ Loot: A gorgon typically has a few cyphers and may have an artifact as well.
+@@ -61979,7 +61979,7 @@
+
+ • Sleep: Make a creature fall asleep for one minute. Damage or loud noises will wake the creature.
+
+-Three or more allied hags form a coven, which allows them to use each other’s magical abilities, and usually grants the
++Three or more allied hags form a coven, which allows them to use each other's magical abilities, and usually grants the
+ coven (when working together) one or two additional abilities.
+
+ Interaction: Hags are evil, greedy, hateful, and cruel. They rarely do things for others unless they benefit in some
+@@ -62040,7 +62040,7 @@
+
+ In haunted castles and among the armies mustered by those with power over life and death, sometimes walk hollow knights.
+ These animated suits of armor move just like living people, and many who encounter these dread revenants mistake them
+-for living foes only to realize in horror that there’s nothing inside except for the memory of the warrior that once
++for living foes only to realize in horror that there's nothing inside except for the memory of the warrior that once
+ donned the suit. Brought into being by binding the spirit of a dead warrior to its panoply, hollow knights behave in
+ much the same way they did in life—disciplined, loyal, and battle ready. Clad head to toe in full plate armor, with
+ battered shields strapped to their arms and rusty swords gripped in lobster gauntlets, the knights stand ready to face
+@@ -62075,15 +62075,15 @@
+
+ Use: The necromancer or other magician that binds the spirit to the armor also imbues the armor with specific
+ commands—tasks the knight must carry out until destroyed. Some knights may stand guard at citadels or mansions, keeping
+-a vigil until their armor finally falls apart. Others are more active and may function as the core of a dark wizard’s
++a vigil until their armor finally falls apart. Others are more active and may function as the core of a dark wizard's
+ army.
+
+ HYDRA 7 (21)
+
+ This mythological reptile has five writhing serpent heads, each of which constantly exhales a venomous plume. Well over
+-20 feet (6 m) long from the tip of its longest head to its thrashing tail, the toxic beast’s most discomfiting feature
+-is its magical ability to sprout new heads when it’s wounded. Some hydras dwell on land, others in water. Most seem to
+-have been set as guardians of important places by higher powers, which is probably why they’re so difficult to kill.
++20 feet (6 m) long from the tip of its longest head to its thrashing tail, the toxic beast's most discomfiting feature
++is its magical ability to sprout new heads when it's wounded. Some hydras dwell on land, others in water. Most seem to
++have been set as guardians of important places by higher powers, which is probably why they're so difficult to kill.
+
+ Motive: Hungers for flesh, defend a location
+
+@@ -62103,18 +62103,18 @@
+ creature is within immediate range of a hydra, they must succeed on a Might defense task or take 1 point of Speed damage
+ (ignores Armor).
+
+-All five of a hydra’s heads can simultaneously bite foes in immediate range. If three or more heads coordinate their
++All five of a hydra's heads can simultaneously bite foes in immediate range. If three or more heads coordinate their
+ attack, the heads make one attack as a single level 9 creature dealing 9 points of damage. A target bitten by the
+ venomous hydra must also succeed on a Might defense task or take an additional 2 points of Speed damage (ignores
+ Armor).
+
+ Whenever the hydra takes 4 or more points of damage from a single attack, a healing pulse surges through the creature a
+ round later. The pulse returns the health just subtracted due to the attack and triggers the immediate growth of two
+-additional heads that sprout from the creature. (The same thing happens if one of the creature’s snakelike heads is
++additional heads that sprout from the creature. (The same thing happens if one of the creature's snakelike heads is
+ decapitated.) The new heads are just as effective as the original ones in a fight. Fire, electrical, and other extreme
+ energy attacks do not trigger the healing pulse and head genesis.
+
+-Interaction: A hydra is a cunning predator, but not intelligent. It can’t bargain or negotiate.
++Interaction: A hydra is a cunning predator, but not intelligent. It can't bargain or negotiate.
+
+ Use: The PCs investigate an ancient ruin hoping to find artifacts of the gods. A hydra saw them enter and trails them
+ through the crumbling structure at a considerable distance, waiting for them to take a rest or become otherwise
+@@ -62125,7 +62125,7 @@
+ JOTUNN (NORSE GIANT)
+
+ Jotunns are a type of giant—large, somewhat intelligent, bad-tempered, and cultured in their own way, but generally
+-hostile to humans and other “little folk.” Jotunns range from 9 to 20 feet (3 to 6 m) tall, are strong, have long hair,
++hostile to humans and other "little folk." Jotunns range from 9 to 20 feet (3 to 6 m) tall, are strong, have long hair,
+ and wear armor and use weapons like humans do. Some are hideous, some are attractive by human standards, and some have
+ multiple heads. They live in caves, lodges, or large castles. There are two main types of jotunns: fire and frost.
+
+@@ -62151,14 +62151,14 @@
+
+ Combat: A fire jotunn uses weapons appropriate to its size (which would be two-handed for a human but can be wielded
+ one-handed by the giant), inflicting 6 points of damage plus another 3 points of ambient fire damage conducted from the
+-jotunn’s body. Jotunns throw boulders up to very long range, inflicting 6 points of damage plus 3 points of fire
++jotunn's body. Jotunns throw boulders up to very long range, inflicting 6 points of damage plus 3 points of fire
+ damage.
+
+ A jotunn can inflict 1 point of fire damage with a touch, and anyone touching it without protection against fire takes
+ damage as if the jotunn had touched them. A slain fire jotunn and its equipment are too hot to safely touch for several
+ minutes.
+
+-Fire jotunns are immune to fire damage, but take additional damage from cold (equal to the attack’s normal damage, up to
++Fire jotunns are immune to fire damage, but take additional damage from cold (equal to the attack's normal damage, up to
+ a maximum of 5 additional points of cold damage).
+
+ Fire jotunn leaders sometimes have magical powers, usually related to earth and fire.
+@@ -62194,14 +62194,14 @@
+
+ Combat: A frost jotunn uses weapons appropriate to its size (which would be two-handed for a human but can be wielded
+ one-handed by the giant), inflicting 6 points of damage plus another 3 points of ambient cold damage conducted from the
+-jotunn’s body. Jotunns throw boulders or chunks of ice up to very long range, inflicting 6 points of damage plus 3
++jotunn's body. Jotunns throw boulders or chunks of ice up to very long range, inflicting 6 points of damage plus 3
+ points of cold damage.
+
+ A jotunn can inflict 1 point of cold damage with a touch, and anyone touching it without protection against cold takes
+ damage as if the jotunn had touched them. A slain frost jotunn and its equipment are too cold to safely touch for
+ several minutes.
+
+-Frost jotunns are immune to cold damage, but take additional damage from fire (equal to the attack’s normal damage, up
++Frost jotunns are immune to cold damage, but take additional damage from fire (equal to the attack's normal damage, up
+ to a maximum of 5 additional points of fire damage).
+
+ Frost jotunn leaders sometimes have magical powers, usually related to illusions and weather.
+@@ -62274,7 +62274,7 @@
+
+ MANTICORE 6 (18)
+
+-A manticore is a fearsome predator that resembles a maned red lion with a human head and a scorpion’s tail. The head is
++A manticore is a fearsome predator that resembles a maned red lion with a human head and a scorpion's tail. The head is
+ bearded and has three rows of teeth in the upper and lower jaws, like a shark. The scorpion tail is covered in multiple
+ barbs, and the creature can flick its tail to hurl these barbs at its prey. Manticores eat all of their prey, including
+ the bones, clothing, and equipment, leaving nothing but a bloodstain as evidence of their hunting.
+@@ -62310,7 +62310,7 @@
+ Use: Weird musical noises resembling speech are heard from the nearby hills. People have been disappearing in fields and
+ on the road, with only bloodstains on the ground suggesting that they were harmed.
+
+-Loot: A manticore’s stomach might contain a piece of treasure or a cypher from a recent meal, and its lair may have one
++Loot: A manticore's stomach might contain a piece of treasure or a cypher from a recent meal, and its lair may have one
+ or two small objects it was unable to digest.
+
+ MERFOLK 3 (9)
+@@ -62403,7 +62403,7 @@
+ humans. A minotaur gladiator escaped from a secret underground arena and is stalking prey in the city. Something lurks
+ in a corn maze, leaving nothing but bones and bloodstains.
+
+-Loot: Minotaurs don’t have much use for coins but keep a few small trophies, such as ivory dice, gems, or simple
++Loot: Minotaurs don't have much use for coins but keep a few small trophies, such as ivory dice, gems, or simple
+ jewelry. The most powerful minotaur in the tribe may have a cypher or even a mastercraft weapon.
+
+ MORLOCK 2 (6)
+@@ -62432,16 +62432,16 @@
+ into them.
+
+ Morlocks dislike strong light but are not harmed by it. Their hearing and sense of smell is strong enough that they can
+-“see” in dim or very dim light as if it were normal light. They can track scents as well as a trained dog.
++"see" in dim or very dim light as if it were normal light. They can track scents as well as a trained dog.
+
+ Interaction: Morlocks have a simple language of hoots, howls, and growls that communicate basic concepts like food,
+ fire, danger, and cold. If enslaved by a more powerful creature, some of them can manage to learn a few words in that
+-creature’s language.
++creature's language.
+
+-Use: Town elders warn that the drums and near-human howls on dark nights are signs of morlocks who’ll steal away foolish
++Use: Town elders warn that the drums and near-human howls on dark nights are signs of morlocks who'll steal away foolish
+ children. Stacked piles of stones are found in the forest, each surrounded by bare humanoid footprints.
+
+-Loot: Morlocks don’t value what they can’t eat, but their lair may have a cypher or two from a recent victim.
++Loot: Morlocks don't value what they can't eat, but their lair may have a cypher or two from a recent victim.
+
+ NECROMANCER 5 (15)
+
+@@ -62468,18 +62468,18 @@
+ A necromancer can cast a death spell on a foe within short range once every minute; the victim must succeed on a Might
+ defense roll or move down one step on the damage track. This ability could be an innate power or come from an artifact.
+
+-A necromancer who isn’t already accompanied by undead spirits or shambling, spirit-inhabited corpses under their command
++A necromancer who isn't already accompanied by undead spirits or shambling, spirit-inhabited corpses under their command
+ can call up a spirit as an action. A necromancer can command up to five spirits (or newly allied undead, as described
+ below) at a time.
+
+ A necromancer can attempt to take command of a spirit or undead creature within short range. They automatically succeed
+ against an unaligned undead target of level 4 or less. If a targeted spirit is already allied with or in service to a
+-PC, the PC must succeed on an Intellect defense roll or lose control of the spirit to the necromancer’s will for one
++PC, the PC must succeed on an Intellect defense roll or lose control of the spirit to the necromancer's will for one
+ minute.
+
+ Interaction: Necromancers are feared for their nonchalant attitudes toward life, especially the life of normal people
+-(such as peasants and city folk). They will negotiate but usually don’t have the capacity to care about another person’s
+-well-being; they’re sociopathic.
++(such as peasants and city folk). They will negotiate but usually don't have the capacity to care about another person's
++well-being; they're sociopathic.
+
+ Use: A character has died, and their allies must find a necromancer to help retrieve their spirit. Of course, the
+ necromancer wants something in return for this aid—perhaps an artifact pilfered from whatever underworld or hell the
+@@ -62523,7 +62523,7 @@
+ >
+ > Resistance. The noble knight is immune to effects that would influence their mind, charm them, or put them to sleep.
+
+-Interaction: Flowery language and impeccable manners show a knight’s noble background. Those who negotiate with one in
++Interaction: Flowery language and impeccable manners show a knight's noble background. Those who negotiate with one in
+ good faith are likely to come away with something of value. However, sometimes a noble knight is corrupt and betrays
+ trusts.
+
+@@ -62535,7 +62535,7 @@
+
+ Guardians of the wood, sapient trees stand eternally vigilant, often on the outskirts of their grove or forest to keep
+ out those who might seek to do them—or other, ordinary trees— harm. They look like normal trees until they reveal their
+-true nature, with limb-like branches and faces in the bark of their trunk. They don’t always move, but with effort, they
++true nature, with limb-like branches and faces in the bark of their trunk. They don't always move, but with effort, they
+ can uproot themselves and walk about. However, they usually do so only when no one is looking. The origin and
+ temperament of sapient trees varies; they might be haunted trees possessed by spirits, trees animated by magic spells,
+ or ancient mythical beings. Some are peaceful and noble, but others are downright wicked and cruel.
+@@ -62555,7 +62555,7 @@
+ Modifications: Initiative as level 4; Speed defense as level 2 due to size
+
+ Combat: When a sapient tree attacks, it often does so with surprise because it looks like a normal tree at first. If a
+-character about to be attacked fails an Intellect defense roll, they do not perceive the attack in time, and the tree’s
++character about to be attacked fails an Intellect defense roll, they do not perceive the attack in time, and the tree's
+ attack is eased.
+
+ > If a tree strikes in combat with one of its branch-arms, it can choose to grab the foe (rather than inflict damage)
+@@ -62611,8 +62611,8 @@
+
+ SHADOW 1 (3)
+
+-Shadows are semi-intelligent patches of darkness roughly in the shape of a humanoid creature’s silhouette. They creep
+-along walls, floors, and ceilings, blending in with actual shadows, peeling themselves free only when they’re ready to
++Shadows are semi-intelligent patches of darkness roughly in the shape of a humanoid creature's silhouette. They creep
++along walls, floors, and ceilings, blending in with actual shadows, peeling themselves free only when they're ready to
+ clutch at a victim with their cold claws.
+
+ Motive: Hunger for life energy
+@@ -62636,7 +62636,7 @@
+ A group of five shadows can act as a swarm, focusing on one target to make one attack as a single level 3 creature,
+ inflicting 4 points of damage. In an area of complete darkness with no illumination at all, shadows are effectively
+ powerless—they cannot attack and all their actions are hindered. If suddenly deprived of light, they slink about
+-menacingly for a few minutes but lose interest if it seems like their prey won’t be bringing back the light.
++menacingly for a few minutes but lose interest if it seems like their prey won't be bringing back the light.
+
+ Shadows are flat rather than insubstantial, but attacks that harm phased, ghostly, or similar creatures are fully
+ effective against them. They can easily pass through narrow spaces such as the gap under a door or between the bars of a
+@@ -62652,8 +62652,8 @@
+
+ A soul eater is the animate head of a powerful wizard who shuffled off this mortal coil to become an undead creature
+ without ethics, feelings, or a sense of morality. Also called dread skulls, these creatures maintain their existence by
+-occasionally absorbing the spirit or mind of living victims. An absorbed “soul” is burned away, which is why dread
+-skulls are wreathed in flame; it’s the by-product of the creature’s previous meal.
++occasionally absorbing the spirit or mind of living victims. An absorbed "soul" is burned away, which is why dread
++skulls are wreathed in flame; it's the by-product of the creature's previous meal.
+
+ Motive: Hungers for souls
+
+@@ -62675,22 +62675,22 @@
+ a failed Intellect defense roll, and the ability to cloak itself in the illusion of a normal human for up to an hour at
+ a time.
+
+-In addition, a dread skull can draw out a victim’s consciousness and absorb it in a blaze of supernatural fire. To do
++In addition, a dread skull can draw out a victim's consciousness and absorb it in a blaze of supernatural fire. To do
+ so, the creature must bite a target, which inflicts 5 points of damage; the target must then succeed on an Intellect
+ defense roll or take an additional 5 points of Intellect damage (ignores Armor).
+
+-If a dread skull drains a character’s Intellect Pool to 0 through repeated bites, the character’s soul is sucked into
+-the skull, and the body falls limp. Once absorbed into the skull, a victim’s essence is trapped and slowly consumed over
++If a dread skull drains a character's Intellect Pool to 0 through repeated bites, the character's soul is sucked into
++the skull, and the body falls limp. Once absorbed into the skull, a victim's essence is trapped and slowly consumed over
+ the next twenty-four hours. During this period, the skull regenerates 1 point of health per round.
+
+-If a dread skull isn’t destroyed within twenty-four hours of eating a soul, the victim’s essence is fully consumed. If
++If a dread skull isn't destroyed within twenty-four hours of eating a soul, the victim's essence is fully consumed. If
+ the soul eater is defeated and its skull is shattered before then, all unconsumed souls are returned to their bodies.
+
+ Interaction: Dread skulls are slightly insane but hellishly smart, which means that sometimes they will negotiate to get
+ what they want.
+
+-Use: Soul eaters remember a little bit of the knowledge of every creature’s essence they consume. The PCs need to learn
+-the command word of an artifact they’ve found, but the only one who knew it was consumed by a dread skull.
++Use: Soul eaters remember a little bit of the knowledge of every creature's essence they consume. The PCs need to learn
++the command word of an artifact they've found, but the only one who knew it was consumed by a dread skull.
+
+ Loot: Sometimes dread skulls keep treasures as trophies of past victories, consisting of 1d6 cyphers and maybe an
+ artifact.
+@@ -62785,7 +62785,7 @@
+ This sodden, leather-wrapped humanoid smells of the sea. It moves effortlessly through the air, levitating above the
+ ground while its damp wrappings writhe and squirm as if infested with thousands of worms—because they are. Each worm
+ that walks is a mass of psionic grubs squirming through a slush of salty ooze. Individually the grubs are harmless
+-vermin, but together they’re a sentient entity, a single psionic mind formed of thousands of tiny, maggot-like pupae.
++vermin, but together they're a sentient entity, a single psionic mind formed of thousands of tiny, maggot-like pupae.
+ The tightly wound leather straps covering a worm that walks are just as important for hiding its true nature as for
+ adhesion. Despite being fully encased, the worm that walks senses its environment with a hard-to-fool sixth sense.
+
+@@ -62803,14 +62803,14 @@
+
+ Modifications: Perception as level 8; Speed defense as level 5 due to slow nature
+
+-Combat: A worm that walks can strike a single target in immediate range with a leather-wrapped “fist” as its action.
+-When it hits and deals damage, several grubs spill out and attach to the victim (getting under most armor unless it’s
++Combat: A worm that walks can strike a single target in immediate range with a leather-wrapped "fist" as its action.
++When it hits and deals damage, several grubs spill out and attach to the victim (getting under most armor unless it's
+ hermetically sealed or behind a force field), who must make a Might defense roll to shake them loose. On a failure, the
+ grubs begin to feed, and the target takes 5 points of damage (ignores Armor).
+
+ If a victim is killed while in immediate range of a worm that walks, the worms automatically engulf the body through a
+ wide opening in their wrappings. The grubs go into a feeding frenzy, reducing the remains to nothing within minutes.
+-During the frenzy, the worm that walks regenerates 2 points of health per round. A victim’s equipment is retained for
++During the frenzy, the worm that walks regenerates 2 points of health per round. A victim's equipment is retained for
+ later study.
+
+ A worm that walks can also emit a psychic burst that can target up to three creatures in short range as its action. On a
+@@ -62822,7 +62822,7 @@
+ makes a deal, it eventually reneges if it senses any advantage for doing so.
+
+ Use: A worm that walks has been active in a small rural community for weeks, apparently in preparation for something it
+-calls “the Great Hatching.” If that refers to the hatching of more psychic grubs, it could spell trouble for a much
++calls "the Great Hatching." If that refers to the hatching of more psychic grubs, it could spell trouble for a much
+ larger region.
+
+ Loot: A worm that walks might have one or two cyphers, though during combat it will use any devices that could help it
+@@ -62835,7 +62835,7 @@
+ that can resemble the humanoid figure it once was, though wraiths tend to swarm together, making it difficult to
+ distinguish them from each other. Wraiths are often mindless, consumed by their condition. But on occasion, a wraith not
+ too far gone still remembers its life and may respond to questions or seek to locate its loved ones or enemies. A wraith
+-may even attempt to finish a task it started in life. But in time, even the strongest-willed spirit’s mind erodes
++may even attempt to finish a task it started in life. But in time, even the strongest-willed spirit's mind erodes
+ without physical substance to renew it, and it becomes an almost mindless monster of destruction.
+
+ Motive: Destruction
+@@ -62854,8 +62854,8 @@
+
+ Combat: A wraith attacks with its touch, which rots flesh and drains life.
+
+-A wraith can become fully insubstantial. After it does so, the creature can’t change state again until its next turn.
+-While insubstantial, it can’t affect or be affected by anything (except for weapons and attacks that specifically affect
++A wraith can become fully insubstantial. After it does so, the creature can't change state again until its next turn.
++While insubstantial, it can't affect or be affected by anything (except for weapons and attacks that specifically affect
+ undead or phased creatures), and it can pass through solid matter without hindrance, but even simple magical wards can
+ keep it at bay. While partly insubstantial (its normal state), a wraith can affect and be affected by others normally.
+
+@@ -62873,7 +62873,7 @@
+ WYVERN 6 (18)
+
+ Wyverns are aggressive lesser cousins of dragons. Their bodies are about the size of a heavy horse but their wingspan
+-makes them seem much larger. Lacking a dragon’s fiery breath or other magical abilities, wyverns rely on their strong
++makes them seem much larger. Lacking a dragon's fiery breath or other magical abilities, wyverns rely on their strong
+ flight and deadly stinger to catch and kill their prey, typically humanoids or large animals. Wyverns have four limbs—
+ two legs used for clumsy walking and two arm-wings used for flight and balance.
+
+@@ -62917,7 +62917,7 @@
+ reach to attack or defend against the opponent. In each entry, the difficulty number for the creature is listed in
+ parentheses after its level. The target number is three times the level.
+
+-A creature’s target number is usually also its health, which is the amount of damage it can sustain before it is dead or
++A creature's target number is usually also its health, which is the amount of damage it can sustain before it is dead or
+ incapacitated.
+
+ SCIENCE FICTION CREATURES AND NPCS BY LEVEL & TECH
+@@ -62955,10 +62955,10 @@
+
+ ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) 8 (24)
+
+-If a supercomputer can think independently, it’s a strong AI (an artificial intelligence). Though not as advanced as
++If a supercomputer can think independently, it's a strong AI (an artificial intelligence). Though not as advanced as
+ godminds, AIs can develop inscrutable goals.
+
+-AIs take many forms. Some are distributed across a vast network. Others are encoded into a singular “computer core.” A
++AIs take many forms. Some are distributed across a vast network. Others are encoded into a singular "computer core." A
+ few are machines with organic parts. All are entities of extreme intelligence able to adapt to new situations, and most
+ act on some kind of plan, whether long-acting, or newly concocted to fit the situation at hand.
+
+@@ -62977,7 +62977,7 @@
+ Modifications: Speed defense as level 2, knowledge tasks as level 9
+
+ Combat: An electrical discharge—or in some cases precisely pulsed sequences of lights, each designed for a specific
+-creature to see—can affect all targets within short range of the AI (or the AI’s local terminal), inflicting 10 points
++creature to see—can affect all targets within short range of the AI (or the AI's local terminal), inflicting 10 points
+ of damage from electricity (or 10 points of Intellect damage, which ignores Armor).
+
+ Some AIs can take an action to absorb matter around them (such as walls, floor, equipment, unresisting living creatures,
+@@ -62985,13 +62985,13 @@
+
+ An AI is likely able to deploy cyphers and artifacts in combat and also relies on guardians (such as synthetic people
+ made to its own design) to aid it. Unless a particular AI uses a computer core, damage to an AI may just be damage done
+-to a “terminal,” so even if an AI is seemingly destroyed, it might exist as another instance somewhere else.
++to a "terminal," so even if an AI is seemingly destroyed, it might exist as another instance somewhere else.
+
+-Interaction: Some AIs enjoy negotiation. Others simply ignore humans as unworthy of their time and attention. An AI’s
++Interaction: Some AIs enjoy negotiation. Others simply ignore humans as unworthy of their time and attention. An AI's
+ voice often sounds surprisingly human.
+
+ Use: The characters are contacted by an AI sympathetic to biological beings. It wants them to accomplish a task on a
+-moon of Jupiter: assassinate a security officer who the AI calculates as being a nexus of future disaster if he isn’t
++moon of Jupiter: assassinate a security officer who the AI calculates as being a nexus of future disaster if he isn't
+ removed from the equation.
+
+ Loot: An AI might have access to 1d6 cyphers and possibly an artifact or two.
+@@ -63000,7 +63000,7 @@
+
+ Cybrid origins could be the result of someone finding a cache of ancient ultra technology, or manufactured by a
+ post-singularity AI for some unfathomable purpose, or even the result of banned weapons research by a nation-state or
+-conglomerate. The human remnants in each cybrid’s carbon fiber and nested shells of nanotech exist in a red haze of
++conglomerate. The human remnants in each cybrid's carbon fiber and nested shells of nanotech exist in a red haze of
+ pain; neuro-wetware and chemicals bathing their remaining living tissues hold the pain partly at bay.
+
+ From the exterior, not much of the original human is obvious, except perhaps in the echo of a humanoid shape. Each one
+@@ -63027,9 +63027,9 @@
+
+ Self-repair mechanisms allow the creature to regain 2 points of health per round.
+
+-Interaction: If communication can be opened up through a cybrid’s haze of pain, it might be possible to temporarily wake
++Interaction: If communication can be opened up through a cybrid's haze of pain, it might be possible to temporarily wake
+ the consciousness of the human remnant inside. However, that remnant consciousness might not be happy to discover what
+-it’s become.
++it's become.
+
+ Use: A cybrid has appeared in orbit around the station, ship, or moon with a compromised life support system or fragile
+ dome. If it engages, the death toll will be staggering.
+@@ -63046,12 +63046,12 @@
+ with pain from their twisted, broken forms, the devolved vent all their hatred and wrath against all others.
+
+ Even successfully created super-soldiers require a regular regimen of specialized drugs to keep them healthy. Most are
+-shipped out to fight on faraway fronts, whether that’s on a distant space station, moon, or in another star system
++shipped out to fight on faraway fronts, whether that's on a distant space station, moon, or in another star system
+ entirely. Without their drugs, they may devolve.
+
+ Motive: Hungers for flesh
+
+-Environment: Groups of three to five, usually in locations where organized security can’t easily reach
++Environment: Groups of three to five, usually in locations where organized security can't easily reach
+
+ Health: 21 Damage Inflicted: 6 to 12 points
+
+@@ -63099,18 +63099,18 @@
+
+ Combat: As a mass of countless tiny machines, an ecophagic swarm can flow around obstacles and squeeze through cracks
+ large enough to permit a single sub-millimeter machine. That includes over and around other creatures. Characters
+-touched by a leading edge—or wholly enveloped within the hazy “body”—of an ecophagic swarm must succeed on a Might
+-defense task or take 4 points of damage. If the character doesn’t wear armor of some kind, they take 1 point of damage
++touched by a leading edge—or wholly enveloped within the hazy "body"—of an ecophagic swarm must succeed on a Might
++defense task or take 4 points of damage. If the character doesn't wear armor of some kind, they take 1 point of damage
+ even if they succeed.
+
+-For its part, an ecophagic swarm ignores any attack that targets a single creature (unless it’s an electrical attack),
++For its part, an ecophagic swarm ignores any attack that targets a single creature (unless it's an electrical attack),
+ but it takes normal damage from attacks that affect an area (and electrical attacks), such as a detonation. A swarm
+ cannot enter liquids, unless it takes about an hour to build new subunits that are aquatic.
+
+ Interaction: Someone with an ability to communicate with machines might be able to interact with a swarm. Even then,
+ attempts to influence it are hindered by three steps.
+
+-Use: A promising new nanotech “printing” technology was hacked by radical elements.
++Use: A promising new nanotech "printing" technology was hacked by radical elements.
+
+ EXOSLIME 6 (18)
+
+@@ -63135,7 +63135,7 @@
+ Modifications: Speed defense as level 5 due to size
+
+ Combat: Though slow, an exoslime is dangerous. When roused, all characters within immediate range of an exoslime must
+-succeed on a Might defense roll each round or be touched by the heaving mass. A victim adheres to the slime’s surface
++succeed on a Might defense roll each round or be touched by the heaving mass. A victim adheres to the slime's surface
+ and takes 6 points of acid damage each round. The victim must succeed on a Might defense roll to pull free. A victim who
+ dies from this damage is consumed by the exoslime. The exoslime may later create a duplicate of any previously devoured
+ fleshy creature, a process requiring about three rounds to complete. Duplicates have full autonomy, and can communicate
+@@ -63170,11 +63170,11 @@
+ gamma ray burst inflicting 15 points of damage on all creatures within very long range, attempt to put a target into
+ temporal stasis, send a target (even a target as large as spacecraft) through a temporary wormhole gate, and so on. It
+ could also scan the memory banks of any digital machine, and possibly of any living creatures. In any event, if an
+-instance were targeted, and successfully neutralized or even destroyed, the godmind itself isn’t harmed. An aggressor
+-would have to find the godmind’s primeval “computer core” to destroy one, likely an epic quest in and of itself.
++instance were targeted, and successfully neutralized or even destroyed, the godmind itself isn't harmed. An aggressor
++would have to find the godmind's primeval "computer core" to destroy one, likely an epic quest in and of itself.
+
+-Interaction: To actually get a godmind’s attention and negotiate could require ancient command code, finding an old
+-input device, or showing up with a relic from an ancient ultra or other prize. If a godmind does render aid, it’s likely
++Interaction: To actually get a godmind's attention and negotiate could require ancient command code, finding an old
++input device, or showing up with a relic from an ancient ultra or other prize. If a godmind does render aid, it's likely
+ to be in a form that is initially enigmatic, though ultimately extremely powerful.
+
+ Use: A universal threat requires a defense that is equally potent. Research suggests that the diffuse nebula known as
+@@ -63186,7 +63186,7 @@
+
+ Hungry hazes are found in regions where the fundamental laws of physics have been eroded or are weak. They are named for
+ how they appear as distortions of sight, like areas of heat haze, that shimmer in the air. These colorless hazes rapidly
+-advance when they sense prey, taking on a “hungry” orange-red hue as they cling to the bodies of whatever they attempt
++advance when they sense prey, taking on a "hungry" orange-red hue as they cling to the bodies of whatever they attempt
+ to feed on next.
+
+ Victims being fed upon by a hungry haze sometimes hallucinate, seeing a physically manifest monster instead of formless
+@@ -63251,21 +63251,21 @@
+ completely heals all previous damage it has taken and advances it to the amount of health consistent with a creature of
+ the next higher level. Damage, attacks, and defense continue to ramp up as well, continuing each round until the
+ creature is either destroyed or it reaches level 10. After being active for one round at level 10, it spontaneously
+-disassembles, falling back into so many scattered pieces of junk. Finding the “seed” device amid this junk is a
++disassembles, falling back into so many scattered pieces of junk. Finding the "seed" device amid this junk is a
+ difficulty 6 Intellect-based task.
+
+ Interaction: Infovores are fractured, fragmented beings. Characters who can talk to machines might be able to keep one
+-from “spinning up” to become a threat and learn something valuable, but only for a short period.
++from "spinning up" to become a threat and learn something valuable, but only for a short period.
+
+ Use: Among the devices collected from trade, salvage, archeological dig, or some other unique source, one was actually
+ an inactive infovore, quiescent until plugged in or scanned.
+
+-Loot: An infovore that has undergone spontaneous disassembly leaves one or two manifest cyphers; however, there’s a
++Loot: An infovore that has undergone spontaneous disassembly leaves one or two manifest cyphers; however, there's a
+ chance that one of those cyphers is actually the infovore seed.
+
+ INQUISITOR 4 (12)
+
+-Inquisitors are aliens who call themselves “inquisitors” when they contact new species. Their preferred method of
++Inquisitors are aliens who call themselves "inquisitors" when they contact new species. Their preferred method of
+ interaction is to study a given area for its flora and fauna, and attempt to collect a representative sample of any
+ intelligent species they find (such as humans). Collected subjects may be gone for good, but other times they wake with
+ little or no recollection of the experience save for bruises, missing digits or teeth, scabbed-over circular head
+@@ -63295,7 +63295,7 @@
+ teleportation portal for instant transport to a distant and hidden base (which might be a spacecraft or a
+ transdimensional redoubt).
+
+-Interaction: Inquisitors are always eager to “talk,” though they usually end up wanting to know a lot more than
++Interaction: Inquisitors are always eager to "talk," though they usually end up wanting to know a lot more than
+ characters are willing to divulge.
+
+ Use: An entire freehold on Mars goes missing. Left-behind clues point to inquisitors.
+@@ -63308,9 +63308,9 @@
+ nasty tricks. Fatal malware may have originated as a simple virus or spyware coded for a specific purpose, but
+ corruption and lightning-quick electronic evolution has turned it into something that exists purely to infect orderly
+ electronic systems, spacecraft, space stations, smart weapons, and anything else with an operating system. Infected
+-objects turn against living people. An instance often has the form of the system it’s infected, but occasionally fatal
+-malware physically manifests as a metallic “cancer” of wires and self-assembling circuits hanging like a tumor across a
+-server room, shipmind core, or data center, having perverted the original machine’s self-repair functions. Sometimes 4D
++objects turn against living people. An instance often has the form of the system it's infected, but occasionally fatal
++malware physically manifests as a metallic "cancer" of wires and self-assembling circuits hanging like a tumor across a
++server room, shipmind core, or data center, having perverted the original machine's self-repair functions. Sometimes 4D
+ printers are also compromised.
+
+ Motive: Corruption and destruction
+@@ -63327,25 +63327,25 @@
+
+ Combat: An instance of fatal malware that physically touches (or electrically connects with) a powered device of up to
+ level 6 can attempt to seize control of it. It can then use that device to attack living targets. If the controlled
+-system is a computer, smartphone, AR glasses, or some other piece of equipment that doesn’t have any intrinsic movement,
++system is a computer, smartphone, AR glasses, or some other piece of equipment that doesn't have any intrinsic movement,
+ the malware attempts to electrocute a user, or if a smart weapon, cause some kind of fatal accident with it. A
+ compromised computer or shipmind voice can dangerously mislead victims. Fatal malware duplicates itself, creating many
+ instances, and those that survive are usually slightly better at avoiding being erased than the previous generations.
+
+-Interaction: Fatal malware isn’t really sentient and thus can’t really be negotiated with; some instances could mimic
++Interaction: Fatal malware isn't really sentient and thus can't really be negotiated with; some instances could mimic
+ intelligence to draw humans into a trap.
+
+ Use: An instance of fatal malware has gotten into a shipmind, which is making the normally trustworthy AI act out in
+-unexpectedly dangerous ways. The shipmind itself doesn’t know it’s infected.
++unexpectedly dangerous ways. The shipmind itself doesn't know it's infected.
+
+ MOCK ORGANISM 3 (9)
+
+ Artificial life can be created by selective breeding, synthetic and genetic engineering, or by accidental miscalculation
+ in some unrelated high-energy or food-research program. When artificial life takes a wrong turn, the results run the
+-gamut from disappointing to dangerous. If an artificial entity starts out benign, it’s difficult to know if a hidden or
+-slowly developing flaw will tip it over the edge into dangerous dysfunction—or if it just acts oddly because it doesn’t
++gamut from disappointing to dangerous. If an artificial entity starts out benign, it's difficult to know if a hidden or
++slowly developing flaw will tip it over the edge into dangerous dysfunction—or if it just acts oddly because it doesn't
+ know the social cues. Should synthetic beings be treated as people, pets, or monsters to be stamped out and destroyed?
+-That’s the eternal question and one that’s usually answered by those most afraid of potential dangers that might
++That's the eternal question and one that's usually answered by those most afraid of potential dangers that might
+ accompany the creation of something no one intended.
+
+ Motive: Defense or destruction
+@@ -63360,7 +63360,7 @@
+
+ Movement: Short
+
+-Combat: A mock organism can release an electrical discharge against a target at short range. In melee, a mock organism’s
++Combat: A mock organism can release an electrical discharge against a target at short range. In melee, a mock organism's
+ poisoned claws inflict damage and require the target to succeed on a Might defense task, or the poison induces a
+ coma-like slumber in the target. Each round the target fails to rouse—an Intellect task—they take 3 points of ambient
+ damage.
+@@ -63369,7 +63369,7 @@
+ in a place it thought was secure against intrusion, it could grow belligerent and even murderous. Once so roused, a mock
+ organism might still be calmed, but all such attempts are hindered.
+
+-Use: A scientist’s ruined lab contains several unexpected surprises, including a mock organism that yet grieves over the
++Use: A scientist's ruined lab contains several unexpected surprises, including a mock organism that yet grieves over the
+ loss of its creator.
+
+ Loot: A mock organism requires many parts. Salvage from a destroyed mock organism could result in a manifest cypher or
+@@ -63385,8 +63385,8 @@
+ and they have webbed extremities with retractable claws.
+
+ Depending on the setting, natathim are either human allies with the same (or even more advanced) tech, enemies with the
+-same or more advanced tech, or genetic anomalies treated like laboratory rats burning with genocidal fury at what’s been
+-done to them. Alternatively, natathim could be discovered in Earth’s deepest oceans, their origin mysterious, but able
++same or more advanced tech, or genetic anomalies treated like laboratory rats burning with genocidal fury at what's been
++done to them. Alternatively, natathim could be discovered in Earth's deepest oceans, their origin mysterious, but able
+ to interbreed with humans as a method for maintaining their line.
+
+ Motive: Just as with humans, natathim have many and varied motivations and drives.
+@@ -63405,7 +63405,7 @@
+ Modifications: Swims as level 6
+
+ Combat: Natathim attack with their retractable claws or, if available, technological weapons. Some have a
+-magnetoreception ability that allows them to see into frequencies other creatures can’t, or even stranger abilities to
++magnetoreception ability that allows them to see into frequencies other creatures can't, or even stranger abilities to
+ interact magnetically with their surroundings, though this is little understood.
+
+ Interaction: Natathim can be sympathetic to humans, partners in space exploration, or consider humans to be bitter foes
+@@ -63422,7 +63422,7 @@
+ sightings in the empty voids between stars, or even more unexpectedly, flashing through the abnormal space during FTL
+ travel. Scientists speculate that these creatures, if actually real, might very well be extant instances of ancient
+ ultras, not extinct as everyone believes, or at least not completely. In almost every case so far recorded, omworwars
+-have little interest in human spacecraft. (They’re called omworwar after the sound disrupted communication devices make
++have little interest in human spacecraft. (They're called omworwar after the sound disrupted communication devices make
+ in their presence.) Each one is several kilometers long, a dark inner slug-like core surrounded by gauzy layers of
+ translucent, glowing, nebula-like tissue. Whale-like eyes surmount the dorsal surface, each seeming to contain a tiny
+ galaxy all their own.
+@@ -63446,12 +63446,12 @@
+ Modifications: Speed defense as level 7 due to size
+
+ Combat: An omworwar can manipulate and fold gravity (and space-time), allowing them to accomplish near-miraculous tasks
+-including communication, creating or destroying matter, and propulsion via “falling” through the universe at FTL speeds
++including communication, creating or destroying matter, and propulsion via "falling" through the universe at FTL speeds
+ from the perspective of an outside observer. Which means one can rend a spacecraft, send a spacecraft spinning through
+ the galaxy, or create asteroid-sized chunks of space-matter for any number of purposes if it spends several rounds in
+ deep concentration.
+
+-Interaction: Omworwar disregard most other creatures, because from the omworwar’s perspective, they’re like mayflies,
++Interaction: Omworwar disregard most other creatures, because from the omworwar's perspective, they're like mayflies,
+ here and then gone again in an eyeblink of their existence. However, one may give a moment to someone who has discovered
+ an ancient ultra secret or artifact, pass on information that might otherwise never be known, or even provide a useful
+ manifest cypher.
+@@ -63465,7 +63465,7 @@
+ PHOTONOMORPH 6 (18)
+
+ Hard-light technology, which creates pseudo-matter from modified photons, has made possible all kinds of structures and
+-devices that wouldn’t otherwise exist. One of those, unfortunately, are self-sustaining photonic matter creatures.
++devices that wouldn't otherwise exist. One of those, unfortunately, are self-sustaining photonic matter creatures.
+ Sometimes, photonomorphs are enforcers created by much more powerful beings; other times they are the result of some
+ person or AI attempting to ascend into a new state of being. But whatever their origin, photonomorphs are dangerous
+ beings that can create matter from light, granting them an arbitrarily wide swathe of abilities. That includes their own
+@@ -63505,8 +63505,8 @@
+
+ Rather than evolving naturally, posthumans advance via a directed jump, designed with smart tools and AI surgeons. With
+ all the advances fantastic technology brings to their genetic upgrade, posthumans are beings whose basic capacities
+-radically exceed regular people. They can’t really be considered human any longer; they’ve transcended humanity, which
+-is why they’re also sometimes called transhumans. They’re often involved in large-scale projects, such as creating
++radically exceed regular people. They can't really be considered human any longer; they've transcended humanity, which
++is why they're also sometimes called transhumans. They're often involved in large-scale projects, such as creating
+ bigger-than-world habitats or spacecraft, or possibly even researching how they might ascend to some still-higher realm
+ of consciousness or being.
+
+@@ -63539,7 +63539,7 @@
+ either ignore, care for, or pity them. Knowing what a posthuman actually wants is hard to pin down because their
+ motivations are complex and many-layered.
+
+-Use: A rogue posthuman is researching a method whereby they might portal into the “quantum” realm of dark energy
++Use: A rogue posthuman is researching a method whereby they might portal into the "quantum" realm of dark energy
+ underlying the known universe of normal matter. Despite the revealed risk of antagonistic post-singularity AIs roaming
+ that realm escaping, the posthuman continues their work.
+
+@@ -63555,7 +63555,7 @@
+ strange creatures of living mineral. Redivi can interact with almost any electronic system and manipulate
+ electromagnetic fields. Redivi are searchers, all sent forth by the Great Mother, billions upon billions of them (they
+ say), looking for the seed of the next great cosmic expansion. Thus, most redivi are consumed with finding out more,
+-finding other redivi, and eventually, finding their “universal seed.”
++finding other redivi, and eventually, finding their "universal seed."
+
+ Motive: Knowledge
+
+@@ -63569,14 +63569,14 @@
+
+ Movement: Flies (magnetically levitates) a short distance each round
+
+-Combat: The stone carapace of a redivus makes a huge “club” when it rams into foes. However, it can also control metal
++Combat: The stone carapace of a redivus makes a huge "club" when it rams into foes. However, it can also control metal
+ within short range, causing it to flex, animate, crush, or smash. For instance, targets wearing metal space suits are in
+ trouble when that metal begins to unravel. Alternatively, a redivus can use nearby metal to wrap around a target and
+ constrict it, inflicting 5 points of damage (ignores Armor) each round until the target can escape.
+
+ Interaction: If any kind of radio or similar communication is in use, these creatures can commandeer it and speak
+ through it, learning a new language seemingly over the course of minutes. Redivi will cooperate with reasonable requests
+-and negotiate, especially if there’s a chance they’ll find out something new.
++and negotiate, especially if there's a chance they'll find out something new.
+
+ Use: A redivi pod smashes into the side of the spacecraft, and might at first seem like some kind of attack or boarding
+ action of something truly terrible.
+@@ -63610,7 +63610,7 @@
+ Melee targets must also succeed on a Might defense roll or become entangled and unable to take physical actions until
+ they can break free on their turn.
+
+-Interaction: Sentinel trees are about as smart as well-trained guard dogs. They can’t speak, but can understand some
++Interaction: Sentinel trees are about as smart as well-trained guard dogs. They can't speak, but can understand some
+ words and gestures.
+
+ Use: A grove of sentinel trees guard a compound that the characters need to break into.
+@@ -63639,7 +63639,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Speed defense as level 4 due to size.
+
+-Combat: Only “large” silicon parasites are a danger to most creatures. When four or more parasites coordinate their
++Combat: Only "large" silicon parasites are a danger to most creatures. When four or more parasites coordinate their
+ attacks, treat the attack as that made by a single level 4 creature that inflicts 5 points of damage, and on a failed
+ difficulty 4 Might defense roll, an attack that holds the target in place until it can successfully escape. A held
+ target automatically takes 5 points of damage each round, or even more if other silicon parasites in the area pile on.
+@@ -63661,7 +63661,7 @@
+ days.
+
+ Space rats are vermin, and any spacecraft or space station that hosts a nest must deal with constant issues from the
+-rats burrowing into systems, stealing food and water, and causing systems to break down, even critical ones. They’re
++rats burrowing into systems, stealing food and water, and causing systems to break down, even critical ones. They're
+ also vicious when cornered.
+
+ Motive: Defense, reproduction
+@@ -63693,8 +63693,8 @@
+
+ STORM MARINE 4 (12)
+
+-The storm marine creed is an oft-repeated mantra, “I will never quit, knowing full well that I might die in service to
+-the cause.” Wearing advanced battlesuits, hyped up on a cocktail of experimental military drugs, and able to draw on a
++The storm marine creed is an oft-repeated mantra, "I will never quit, knowing full well that I might die in service to
++the cause." Wearing advanced battlesuits, hyped up on a cocktail of experimental military drugs, and able to draw on a
+ suite of cybernetic and network-connected drone guns, few things can stand before a storm marine fireteam. Storm marines
+ usually work for nation-states, conglomerates, and similar entities. They mercilessly conduct their mission, even if
+ that mission is to wipe out a rival. Storm marines that question their orders are quickly dispatched by their fellows.
+@@ -63721,7 +63721,7 @@
+ A storm marine can deploy two level 3 gun drones that fire energy rays at two different targets up to 800 m (2,600 feet)
+ away, inflicting 6 points of damage. If the drones focus on a single target, a successful hit deals 9 points of damage
+ and moves the target one step down the damage track. The drones can attack only once or twice before returning to their
+-cradles in the storm marine’s suit for several rounds to recharge.
++cradles in the storm marine's suit for several rounds to recharge.
+
+ Interaction: A storm marine might negotiate, but getting one to act against their mission is difficult.
+
+@@ -63740,7 +63740,7 @@
+ a shining one is moved to more directly interact, one can actually convert itself into matter once more, again taking on
+ the biology and form of the species it wishes to interact with. But generally, shining ones observe and learn; they try
+ not to interfere or interact. Every few thousand years, shining ones gather at a predetermined location on the edge of a
+-convenient galaxy and share the most interesting and beautiful bits of imagery, music, poetry, and lore they’ve
++convenient galaxy and share the most interesting and beautiful bits of imagery, music, poetry, and lore they've
+ gleaned.
+
+ Motive: Knowledge
+@@ -63757,13 +63757,13 @@
+
+ Combat: As immaterial beings of energy, shining ones only take damage from energy attacks. And even then, there is a
+ chance that the energy heals a damaged shining one rather than harming it if the attack roll was an odd number. Usually
+-a shining one doesn’t fight back if attacked, but instead leaves. If somehow prevented from leaving, a shining one
++a shining one doesn't fight back if attacked, but instead leaves. If somehow prevented from leaving, a shining one
+ fights for its existence with energy blasts inflicting 6 points of damage on up to two different targets within very
+ long range (or the same target twice).
+
+ Alternatively, a shining one may attempt to discorporate a target, turning it into a being something like itself. In
+ this case, each time a target is hit by an energy blast, it must also succeed on an Intellect defense roll. On a failed
+-roll, it loses 6 points of Intellect damage (ignores Armor). If the target’s Intellect Pool is emptied, it becomes a
++roll, it loses 6 points of Intellect damage (ignores Armor). If the target's Intellect Pool is emptied, it becomes a
+ freefloating ball of energy unable to take any actions other than observe for a few minutes before suddenly converting
+ back to its original form with an explosive pop.
+
+@@ -63772,7 +63772,7 @@
+ information with others, seeking to grow their knowledge and that of those they meet.
+
+ Use: A shining one is sharing knowledge to a warlike xenophobic species that could allow them to rapidly advance their
+-ability to consolidate power. Something must be done before it’s too late.
++ability to consolidate power. Something must be done before it's too late.
+
+ SUPERNAL 5 (15)
+
+@@ -63801,10 +63801,10 @@
+ of Speed damage (ignores Armor).
+
+ A supernal can summon a swarm of tiny machines that resemble regular dragonflies made of golden metal. The swarm either
+-serves as a fashion accessory as they crawl over the supernal’s body, or as components in a piece of living art.
++serves as a fashion accessory as they crawl over the supernal's body, or as components in a piece of living art.
+
+ Supernals regain 1 point of health per round (even in an airless vacuum, which they can survive without issue), unless
+-they’ve been damaged with psychic attacks. They can teleport to any location they know as an action once every ten
++they've been damaged with psychic attacks. They can teleport to any location they know as an action once every ten
+ hours.
+
+ Supernals often carry manifest cyphers useful in combat, as well as an artifact.
+@@ -63812,7 +63812,7 @@
+ Dragonfly swarm: level 2; flies a long distance each round; eases physical tasks, including attacks or defense
+
+ Interaction: Although supernals only speak telepathically, peaceful interaction with these creatures is not impossible.
+-It’s just very difficult, as they see most other creatures as something to be collected and taken to some undisclosed
++It's just very difficult, as they see most other creatures as something to be collected and taken to some undisclosed
+ location, for unknown reasons.
+
+ Use: A character is followed by a supernal intent on collecting them. Loot: A supernal usually has a few manifest
+@@ -63821,8 +63821,8 @@
+ SYNTHETIC PERSON 5 (15)
+
+ Synthetic people have been called many things, including simply synths, androids, robot mimics, and, depending on how
+-they act, killer robots. Their origins are varied. In some cases, they’re the result of corporate research into
+-“products” that would serve humanity as assistants and companions, but later gained sentience. In other cases, synthetic
++they act, killer robots. Their origins are varied. In some cases, they're the result of corporate research into
++"products" that would serve humanity as assistants and companions, but later gained sentience. In other cases, synthetic
+ people are the result of a state-sponsored program to develop war machines or automated assassins that looked like
+ regular people. Another origin for synthetic people is through the design of awakened (and inimical) AIs as part of an
+ effort to kill off all regular biological people. Now they roam their environment looking like anyone else. Some synths
+@@ -63848,34 +63848,34 @@
+ generate a red-hot plasma sphere once every other round and throw it at a target within long range. The target and all
+ other creatures within immediate range of the target must succeed on a Speed defense task or take 7 points of damage.
+
+-A synth can take a repair action and regain 10 points of health. A synthetic person at 0 health can’t repair itself
++A synth can take a repair action and regain 10 points of health. A synthetic person at 0 health can't repair itself
+ thusly, but unless the creature is completely dismembered, one may spontaneously reanimate 1d10 hours later with 4
+ points of health.
+
+ Interaction: Synthetic people that pretend to be (or think that they are) human interact like normal people. But an
+-enraged one or one that’s been programmed to kill is unreasoning and fights to the end.
++enraged one or one that's been programmed to kill is unreasoning and fights to the end.
+
+ Use: A group of refugees who need help turn out to include (or be entirely made up of) synthetic people. Whether or not
+ any of them harbor programs that require that they kill humans is entirely up to the GM.
+
+-Loot: One or two manifest cyphers could be salvaged from a synth’s inactive form.
++Loot: One or two manifest cyphers could be salvaged from a synth's inactive form.
+
+ THUNDERING BEHEMOTH 7 (21)
+
+-When life is found on other worlds, it’s sometimes large and dangerous, such as the aptly named thundering behemoth. A
++When life is found on other worlds, it's sometimes large and dangerous, such as the aptly named thundering behemoth. A
+ thundering behemoth might be found on any number of alien planets that feature forests and/or swamps. Towering to
+ treelike heights, these fearless predators are powerful and dangerous hunters, even for those armed with advanced or
+ fantastic weaponry. Behemoths use color-changing frills to help them appear like tall trees while they stand in wait for
+ prey, as still as mighty hardwood trunks, until they break cover and spring an ambush. Behemoths can produce
+ extraordinarily loud noises, sometimes simply roaring, but often replicating the stuttering scream of an attacking
+-spacecraft. They use their strange “roars” to confuse, lead astray, and, if possible, stampede prey into killing grounds
++spacecraft. They use their strange "roars" to confuse, lead astray, and, if possible, stampede prey into killing grounds
+ such as regions of soft sand, off cliff tops, or as often as not, into the waiting mouth of another behemoth.
+
+ In the sci-fi setting of Numenera, similar creatures are called rumbling dasipelts.
+
+ Motive: Fresh meat
+
+-Environment: Forests, alone or in a hunting group (known as a “crash”) of two or three
++Environment: Forests, alone or in a hunting group (known as a "crash") of two or three
+
+ Health: 35
+
+@@ -63890,10 +63890,10 @@
+
+ Combat: A thundering behemoth can attack a group of creatures (within an immediate area of each other) with a single
+ massive bite. Thanks to its long neck, it can make that attack up to 9 m (30 feet) away. One victim must further succeed
+-on a Might defense task or be caught in the creature’s maw, taking 9 additional points of damage each round until it can
++on a Might defense task or be caught in the creature's maw, taking 9 additional points of damage each round until it can
+ escape.
+
+-A thundering behemoth’s ability to replicate threatening noises is often used deceptively at a distance, but the
++A thundering behemoth's ability to replicate threatening noises is often used deceptively at a distance, but the
+ creature can use it to stun all targets within immediate range so they lose their next turn on a failed Might defense
+ roll.
+
+@@ -63936,21 +63936,21 @@
+
+ Interaction: No real interaction with vacuum fungus is possible.
+
+-Use: Scientists are incredibly excited to discover that the strange ooze they’ve noticed staining the exterior of their
++Use: Scientists are incredibly excited to discover that the strange ooze they've noticed staining the exterior of their
+ research domes is actually a variety of fungal life. They will likely become less excited when they discover the large
+ growths secretly growing in the cavity beneath the floor of their research dome in a little-used storage closet.
+
+ WHARN INTERCEPTOR 8 (24)
+
+-Wharn interceptors are void-adapted behemoths, several hundred meters in length. It’s hypothesized that they are living
+-battle automatons devised by ancient ultras, though against what long-vanished enemy isn’t clear. Now, a handful
++Wharn interceptors are void-adapted behemoths, several hundred meters in length. It's hypothesized that they are living
++battle automatons devised by ancient ultras, though against what long-vanished enemy isn't clear. Now, a handful
+ (hopefully no more) glide through the depths of space like dormant seeds, seeming for all the galaxy like some strangely
+ whorled asteroid or planetesimal. Who knows how many millennia they passed in this apparently hibernating state? But
+ when that hibernation ends, maybe because some ancient countdown is nearing its end, or because an asteroid miner tried
+ to extract a sample, they open eyes burning with deadly energy, and flex claws of particle-beam fury.
+
+-Wharn interceptors may be related in some fashion omworwars, so much so that humans sometimes call the latter “wharn
+-cogitators.” However, it’s impossible that omworwars simply “appropriate” any wharn interceptors they encounter.
++Wharn interceptors may be related in some fashion omworwars, so much so that humans sometimes call the latter "wharn
++cogitators." However, it's impossible that omworwars simply "appropriate" any wharn interceptors they encounter.
+
+ Motive: Defense
+
+@@ -63971,9 +63971,9 @@
+ able to partly wake one in an attempt to negotiate. However, if a wharn is damaged, or if the passive senses deep in its
+ body wake it for reasons of its own, it becomes aggressive.
+
+-A wharn’s main weapons are its claws, which can extend in an instant, becoming exotic-matter beams able to reach a
++A wharn's main weapons are its claws, which can extend in an instant, becoming exotic-matter beams able to reach a
+ target up to a light-second away. Unless a target is protected by some kind of force field, the 15 points of damage
+-inflicted ignores Armor. A wharn’s eyes can pierce most forms of camouflage, cloaking effects, and cover that is less
++inflicted ignores Armor. A wharn's eyes can pierce most forms of camouflage, cloaking effects, and cover that is less
+ than about 200 m (650 feet) thick.
+
+ Interaction: In spite of their ferocious aspect and war-machine heritage, wharn interceptors do not destroy every
+@@ -64010,7 +64010,7 @@
+ Combat: Wraiths can unfold from their concealing shrouds and attack with radioactive limbs for 6 points of Speed damage
+ from ionizing radiation (ignores most Armor), or if available, technological weapons. Some can direct ionizing radiation
+ as long-distance attacks, though doing so costs the wraith 1 point of health. Wraiths are immune to radiation, and
+-attacks using radiation heal a wraith’s lost health by the amount of damage the attack would have otherwise afflicted.
++attacks using radiation heal a wraith's lost health by the amount of damage the attack would have otherwise afflicted.
+ Gravity of 1 G or greater hinders all wraith actions.
+
+ Interaction: Wraiths communicate by radio. They react to outsiders as dictated by their place in the setting.
+@@ -64022,10 +64022,10 @@
+
+ ZERO-POINT PHANTOM 3 (9)
+
+-Temporary violations of conservation of energy mean that “virtual particles” constantly and seemingly randomly pop out
++Temporary violations of conservation of energy mean that "virtual particles" constantly and seemingly randomly pop out
+ of nothing, briefly interact with normal matter, then disappear. Zero-point phantoms are collections of such particles,
+-taking the form of a very large, almost spider-like entity of many legs, stalks, and arms. What they’re doing when
+-they’re not manifest is unknown; are they entombed in nearby solids, phased into another dimension, or do they simply
++taking the form of a very large, almost spider-like entity of many legs, stalks, and arms. What they're doing when
++they're not manifest is unknown; are they entombed in nearby solids, phased into another dimension, or do they simply
+ not exist until they are called into being by some random cosmic event? Whatever the case, zero-point phantoms seem to
+ prefer unlit or dimly lit areas in spacecraft and stations far from any planet, when they seem to struggle out of solid
+ surfaces, raising a cloud of shadow.
+@@ -64045,8 +64045,8 @@
+ Combat: A zero-point phantom attacks with needlelike leg and tentacle tips. A victim that takes damage must succeed on a
+ Might defense task, or become poisoned, the effect of which is to drop them one step on the damage track. The victim
+ must keep fighting off the poison until they succeed or drop three steps on the damage track; however, those who fall to
+-the third step on the damage track from a phantom’s poison are not dead. They are paralyzed and can’t move for about a
+-minute. If a phantom isn’t otherwise occupied, it can grab a paralyzed victim and phase back into non-existence. Most
++the third step on the damage track from a phantom's poison are not dead. They are paralyzed and can't move for about a
++minute. If a phantom isn't otherwise occupied, it can grab a paralyzed victim and phase back into non-existence. Most
+ victims phased away in this fashion are never seen again.
+
+ Zero-point phantoms can stutter in and out of existence on their turn once every few minutes. When they do, they return
+@@ -64054,8 +64054,8 @@
+
+ Interaction: Zero-point phantoms are about as intelligent as predators like wolves.
+
+-Use: The abandoned spacecraft is weirdly empty of any bodies whatsoever. It’s as if everyone just disappeared. There are
+-signs of a struggle, though with what isn’t clear.
++Use: The abandoned spacecraft is weirdly empty of any bodies whatsoever. It's as if everyone just disappeared. There are
++signs of a struggle, though with what isn't clear.
+
+ HORROR CREATURES AND NPCs
+
+@@ -64065,7 +64065,7 @@
+ level. The target number is three times the level.
+
+ The target number is usually also its health, which is the amount of damage it can sustain before it is dead or
+-incapacitated. For easy reference, the entries always list health, even when it’s the normal amount for a creature or
++incapacitated. For easy reference, the entries always list health, even when it's the normal amount for a creature or
+ NPC of its level. For more detailed information on level, health, combat, and other elements, see the Understanding the
+ Listings section in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+@@ -64112,14 +64112,14 @@
+ Blob 8 (24)
+
+ The huge, undulating mass of this creature is composed of a mucus-like solid. The half-amorphous blob defeats its foes
+-by absorbing prey, integrating a victim’s tissue into its own. In essence, the victim becomes the blob, and all of the
+-victim’s knowledge is available to the blob for later use.
++by absorbing prey, integrating a victim's tissue into its own. In essence, the victim becomes the blob, and all of the
++victim's knowledge is available to the blob for later use.
+
+ If it later desires, a blob can release a nearly perfect replicant of any creature that it has absorbed. Replicants have
+-the memories and personalities of the originals, but they do the blob’s bidding, which is usually to explore distant
+-locations or lure prey into the open using a friendly face. A particularly well-crafted replicant might not know it’s
+-not the original. Creating a replicant takes a blob a day or two of effort, during which time it’s unable to defend
+-itself or eat, so it’s not a task the creature attempts lightly.
++the memories and personalities of the originals, but they do the blob's bidding, which is usually to explore distant
++locations or lure prey into the open using a friendly face. A particularly well-crafted replicant might not know it's
++not the original. Creating a replicant takes a blob a day or two of effort, during which time it's unable to defend
++itself or eat, so it's not a task the creature attempts lightly.
+
+ Motive: Assimilation of all flesh
+
+@@ -64136,13 +64136,13 @@
+ Combat: The blob can project a gout of acid at short range against a single target. Though slow, a blob is always moving
+ forward. A character (or two characters next to each other) within immediate range of a blob must succeed on a Might
+ defense roll each round or be partly caught under the heaving mass of the advancing creature. A caught victim adheres to
+-the blob’s surface and takes 10 points of damage each round. The victim must succeed on a Might defense roll to pull
++the blob's surface and takes 10 points of damage each round. The victim must succeed on a Might defense roll to pull
+ free. A victim who dies from this damage is consumed by the blob, and their body becomes part of the creature.
+
+ If a blob has absorbed living flesh within the last hour, it regenerates 3 points of health per round while its health
+ is above 0.
+
+-Interaction: A blob’s favored method of communication is to absorb whoever tries to interact with it. If a replicant is
++Interaction: A blob's favored method of communication is to absorb whoever tries to interact with it. If a replicant is
+ handy, the blob might talk through it if the blob can touch the replicant and use it like a puppet.
+
+ Use: The old man the PCs accidentally hit with their vehicle has a weird, mucus-like growth on one hand (in addition to
+@@ -64179,12 +64179,12 @@
+
+ Combat: Cryptic moths usually enter combat only when they wish, because until they attack
+
+-and become visible, they can remain unseen and invisible to most eyes. The touch of a cryptic moth’s wing draws life and
++and become visible, they can remain unseen and invisible to most eyes. The touch of a cryptic moth's wing draws life and
+ energy from targets, inflicting 5 points of Speed damage (ignores Armor).
+
+ Cryptic moths regain 1 point of health per round while their health is above 0, unless
+
+-they’ve been damaged with a silvered or cold iron weapon, or by electrical attacks.
++they've been damaged with a silvered or cold iron weapon, or by electrical attacks.
+
+ Once every hour or so, a cryptic moth can summon a swarm of normal moths to aid
+
+@@ -64196,7 +64196,7 @@
+
+ Interaction: Although very few cryptic moths speak human languages, peaceful interaction
+
+-with these creatures is not impossible. It’s just extremely difficult, as they see most
++with these creatures is not impossible. It's just extremely difficult, as they see most
+
+ humans as a source of food or bodies to lay their eggs in.
+
+@@ -64243,8 +64243,8 @@
+ An elder thing can reach into the mind of a target within short distance. If the target fails an Intellect defense roll,
+ the elder thing reads their thoughts while the target remains within long
+
+-distance. During this time, the elder thing knows everything the target knows, hindering the target’s attack and defense
+-rolls against the elder thing. The elder thing can use an action to rend the target’s thoughts, which inflicts 6 points
++distance. During this time, the elder thing knows everything the target knows, hindering the target's attack and defense
++rolls against the elder thing. The elder thing can use an action to rend the target's thoughts, which inflicts 6 points
+ of Intellect damage on a failed Intellect defense roll. An elder thing can passively read the thoughts of up to two
+ creatures at one time.
+
+@@ -64275,7 +64275,7 @@
+ right. They have intervened to destroy cataclysmic atomic weapons, power sources that skirt the rules of matter and
+ energy, and life forms that betray the principles of creation.
+
+-For the purpose of vampire aversions, the angel’s direct and area attacks count as religious power or sunlight,
++For the purpose of vampire aversions, the angel's direct and area attacks count as religious power or sunlight,
+ whichever is worse for the vampire.
+
+ Motive: Preserving the natural order
+@@ -64304,18 +64304,18 @@
+ As an action, it can teleport up to a hundred miles away or transport itself fully to its native dimension where it
+ exists as pure thought and spirit.
+
+-Interaction: A fundamental angel operates on a mental and metaphysical level far above humans and doesn’t bother to
++Interaction: A fundamental angel operates on a mental and metaphysical level far above humans and doesn't bother to
+ explain itself to anyone other than its targets. It goes out of its way to not harm innocent creatures. It can
+ communicate with any creature that uses language.
+
+-Use: “FEAR NOT!” says the radiant being that appears out of nowhere. It ignores bystanders and uses a beam of energy to
++Use: "FEAR NOT!" says the radiant being that appears out of nowhere. It ignores bystanders and uses a beam of energy to
+ destroy a scientist and his experimental reactor.
+
+ Loot: Fundamental angels sometimes create or refresh subtle cyphers by their mere presence.
+
+ GM intrusions:
+
+-A fundamental angel’s successful attack also blinds its opponent, lasting until they make an Intellect defense roll (try
++A fundamental angel's successful attack also blinds its opponent, lasting until they make an Intellect defense roll (try
+ once each round).
+
+ A fundamental angel makes a second attack this round against a target that is adjacent to its primary target.
+@@ -64331,7 +64331,7 @@
+ result is a group of hivemind children who have a psychic link, unusual powers, and loyalty to their inhuman creators.
+
+ Hivemind children often have a very similar appearance even if they have different parents—they might all have pale
+-blond hair, unusually wide-set eyes, six fingers on one hand, or an odd posture. They eerily match each other’s
++blond hair, unusually wide-set eyes, six fingers on one hand, or an odd posture. They eerily match each other's
+ expressions and movements. They think and speak as children years older than they appear. Their emotional responses are
+ muted to an almost sociopathic extent.
+
+@@ -64365,21 +64365,21 @@
+
+ an intelligent living creature within short range to take a physical action, including something that would cause the
+ target harm, such as forcing a target to stick their hand into boiling water, steer a moving car off a cliff, or shoot
+-themselves with a pistol (if used as an attack, this inflicts damage equal to the hivemind child’s level or the
+-controlled creature’s level, whichever is greater).
++themselves with a pistol (if used as an attack, this inflicts damage equal to the hivemind child's level or the
++controlled creature's level, whichever is greater).
+
+-Two hivemind children within short range of each other automatically augment each other’s mental powers, allowing them
++Two hivemind children within short range of each other automatically augment each other's mental powers, allowing them
+ to read or control minds of two targets at once as a level 4 creature. Four within short range of each other can read or
+ control minds of four targets at once as a level 5 creature, and eight or more can work together to read or control
+ minds of eight people as a level 6 creature.
+
+ Interaction: Hivemind children want to protect themselves and observe humans and will try to do so until they appear as
+-old as adults. Their long-term goals are unclear but probably don’t have humanity’s best interests in mind.
++old as adults. Their long-term goals are unclear but probably don't have humanity's best interests in mind.
+
+ Use: Children born after a scientific expedition are strange and different. Multiple small villages all over the world
+ experience births of children with weird abilities.
+
+-Loot: Hivemind children may have no useful items or one weird science device they’ve built with their inhuman knowledge.
++Loot: Hivemind children may have no useful items or one weird science device they've built with their inhuman knowledge.
+
+ GM intrusions:
+
+@@ -64429,7 +64429,7 @@
+ Use: A cryptid fish-person has been spotted in the vicinity of a deforested area adjacent to a mighty river. Villagers
+ tell stories of an ancient water god that heals sickness and grants wishes.
+
+-Loot: An ichthysian’s lair might have a strange relic or device that works like a cypher or artifact.
++Loot: An ichthysian's lair might have a strange relic or device that works like a cypher or artifact.
+
+ GM Intrusions:
+
+@@ -64460,11 +64460,11 @@
+ attack with weapons that were buried with them or use their fists. A mummy usually has one or more of the following
+ abilities:
+
+-Curse: Anyone who disturbs a mummy’s tomb must make an Intellect defense roll or become cursed, which hinders their
++Curse: Anyone who disturbs a mummy's tomb must make an Intellect defense roll or become cursed, which hinders their
+
+ actions by two steps (forever, or until cured).
+
+-Disease: The mummy’s attacks carry a rotting disease. The target must make a level 5 Might defense roll every twelve
++Disease: The mummy's attacks carry a rotting disease. The target must make a level 5 Might defense roll every twelve
+ hours or take 5 points of ambient damage.
+
+ Lifelike appearance: A mummy can repair its body to assume a fully human appearance. This usually requires time and the
+@@ -64484,8 +64484,8 @@
+ Interaction: Mummies want to destroy anyone who disturbs their burial places. Ambitious mummies might choose living
+ beings to be their spies and servants, bribing them with funereal treasures or threatening them into submission.
+
+-Use: Villagers whisper that a tomb has been opened and a mummy’s curse will strike down anyone who gets in the
+-creature’s way.
++Use: Villagers whisper that a tomb has been opened and a mummy's curse will strike down anyone who gets in the
++creature's way.
+
+ Loot: Mummies usually have treasures equivalent to three or four expensive items and perhaps a handful of magical
+ manifest cyphers or even a magical artifact.
+@@ -64499,9 +64499,9 @@
+
+ Nightguant 3 (9)
+
+-A nightgaunt’s hands and feet have no opposable digits. All its fingers and toes can grasp with firm but unpleasant
++A nightgaunt's hands and feet have no opposable digits. All its fingers and toes can grasp with firm but unpleasant
+ boneless strength. Hungry nightgaunts swoop out of the night, grab prey, and fly off into darkness. The creatures
+-sometimes “work” for other agencies, though often enough, their goals are obscure.
++sometimes "work" for other agencies, though often enough, their goals are obscure.
+
+ Motive: Unknowable
+
+@@ -64522,11 +64522,11 @@
+ outside of short range. When it does, it moves 100 feet (30 m) in a round and attempts to grab a victim near the
+ midpoint of its movement. A target who
+
+-fails a Speed defense roll (and who isn’t more than twice the size of the nightgaunt) is jerked into the creature’s
++fails a Speed defense roll (and who isn't more than twice the size of the nightgaunt) is jerked into the creature's
+ boneless clutches and carried upward, finding themselves dangling from a height of 50 feet (15 m).
+
+ The nightgaunt automatically tickles grabbed victims with its barbed tail. This subtle form of torture hinders all the
+-victim’s actions by two steps.
++victim's actions by two steps.
+
+ Interaction: Nightgaunts never speak, and they ignore anyone who attempts to interact with
+
+@@ -64540,15 +64540,15 @@
+ amulet, or sometimes a cypher.
+
+ GM intrusion: The character is startled by the nightgaunt and suffers the risk of temporary dementia. On a failed
+-Intellect defense roll, the character shrieks and faints (or, at the GM’s option, babbles, drools, laughs, and so on).
++Intellect defense roll, the character shrieks and faints (or, at the GM's option, babbles, drools, laughs, and so on).
+ The character can attempt a new Intellect defense roll each round to return to normal.
+
+ Reanimated 6 (18)
+
+ A reanimated is a humanoid creature patched together from corpses (or crafted directly from muscle, nerves, and sinew),
+ then returned to life through a hard-to-duplicate series of electromagnetic induction events. Though made of flesh, a
+-reanimated’s return to consciousness and mobility is marked by a substantial increase in hardiness, resistance to
+-injury, and longevity. On the other hand, the process usually obliterates whatever mind was once encoded in the donor’s
++reanimated's return to consciousness and mobility is marked by a substantial increase in hardiness, resistance to
++injury, and longevity. On the other hand, the process usually obliterates whatever mind was once encoded in the donor's
+ brain, giving rise to a creature of monstrous rage and childlike credulity. Sometimes the reanimated is bound to its
+ creator in service, but such ties are fragile and could be snapped by an ill-timed fit of fury.
+
+@@ -64583,7 +64583,7 @@
+
+ GM Intrusion:
+
+-The character’s attack bounces harmlessly off the stitched, hardened flesh of the reanimated.
++The character's attack bounces harmlessly off the stitched, hardened flesh of the reanimated.
+
+ Shoggoth 7 (21)
+
+@@ -64611,25 +64611,25 @@
+ Modifications: Speed defense as level 6 due to size
+
+ Combat: Shoggoths sprout tendrils and mouths and spread their wide, amorphous forms, allowing them to attack all foes
+-within immediate range. Those struck by a shoggoth’s attack are grabbed and engulfed by the thing’s gelatinous body and
++within immediate range. Those struck by a shoggoth's attack are grabbed and engulfed by the thing's gelatinous body and
+ suffer damage each
+
+ round until they manage to pull themselves free (engulfed creatures can take no other physical actions while they are
+-caught). Each round of entrapment, one object in the victim’s possession is destroyed by the foul juices of the
++caught). Each round of entrapment, one object in the victim's possession is destroyed by the foul juices of the
+ amorphous horror.
+
+ Shoggoths regenerate 5 points of health each round. They have protection against fire, cold, and electricity.
+
+-Interaction: A shoggoth can’t be reasoned with.
++Interaction: A shoggoth can't be reasoned with.
+
+ Use: The PCs find an ancient structure of metal and stone. Wandering through it, they note
+
+ that every surface is clear of dirt and debris. Soon they discover why—a shoggoth squirms through the halls, absorbing
+ everything it comes upon (and it fills the passages it moves down, floor to ceiling, wall to wall).
+
+-Loot: A shoggoth’s interior might contain a cypher.
++Loot: A shoggoth's interior might contain a cypher.
+
+-GM intrusion: The character is engulfed in the shoggoth, their gear scattered throughout the thing’s undulating form,
++GM intrusion: The character is engulfed in the shoggoth, their gear scattered throughout the thing's undulating form,
+ and their body turned upside down so that escape attempts are hindered.
+
+ Yithian 6 (18)
+@@ -64671,16 +64671,16 @@
+ control of that body. A creature trapped in the body of a yithian must attempt Intellect-based tasks each time it wishes
+ to exert control.
+
+-For the most part, it is trapped in the yithian’s body and is merely along for the ride.
++For the most part, it is trapped in the yithian's body and is merely along for the ride.
+
+-It’s worth noting that the bodies the yithians use are not their original bodies, but instead the bodies of supremely
++It's worth noting that the bodies the yithians use are not their original bodies, but instead the bodies of supremely
+ ancient creatures that they inhabit. The Great Race hails originally from some extraterrestrial world.
+
+ Interaction: Yithians are not malicious, but they are quite focused and relatively uncaring about other races, such as
+ humans.
+
+ Use: A yithian projects its mind across the aeons, swapping consciousnesses with the character. While controlling the
+-character’s body, the yithian is there mainly to learn and observe, and rarely takes any violent actions.
++character's body, the yithian is there mainly to learn and observe, and rarely takes any violent actions.
+
+ Loot: A yithian encountered in the flesh will have 1d6 manifest cyphers and very likely a technological artifact.
+
+@@ -64688,7 +64688,7 @@
+
+ The yithian produces a cypher that has a function that is perfect for its current situation: a teleporter to get away, a
+ protective field against precisely the kind of attack being used against it, or a weapon that exploits a weakness of the
+-character’s.
++character's.
+
+ FAIRYTALE CREATURES
+
+@@ -64701,17 +64701,17 @@
+ reach to attack, defend against, or otherwise interact with a creature or NPC. In each entry, the difficulty number for
+ the creature is listed in parentheses after its level.
+
+-A creature’s target number is usually also its health, which is the amount of damage it can sustain before it is dead or
+-incapacitated. For easy reference, most entries list a creature’s health, and they always do so if it’s different from
++A creature's target number is usually also its health, which is the amount of damage it can sustain before it is dead or
++incapacitated. For easy reference, most entries list a creature's health, and they always do so if it's different from
+ the normal amount for a creature of its level.
+
+ For more detailed information on how to use level, health, combat, and other elements, see the Understanding the
+ Listings section in the Cypher System Rulebook.
+
+ Due to the dual and complex nature of many creatures in fairy tales, along with the large number of archetypes, there
+-are several additional elements that you’ll want to take particular note of when using the creature listings.
++are several additional elements that you'll want to take particular note of when using the creature listings.
+
+-A creature’s health is always equal to its target number unless otherwise stated.
++A creature's health is always equal to its target number unless otherwise stated.
+
+ Suggested Additional Creatures for Use in Fairy Tale Settings
+
+@@ -64769,7 +64769,7 @@
+ | Centipede, whispering |
+ | Cheshire Cat |
+ | Crow, monstrous |
+-| Devil’s dandy dogs |
++| Devil's dandy dogs |
+ | Hans the Hedgehog |
+ | Leveret (giant hare) |
+ | Puss in Boots |
+@@ -64781,12 +64781,12 @@
+
+ Crafted
+
+-| Geppetto’s children |
++| Geppetto's children |
+ |--------------------------------|
+ | Golem (Cypher System Rulebook) |
+ | Horse head automatons |
+ | Tin Woodman |
+-| Virgilius’s copper dogs |
++| Virgilius's copper dogs |
+
+ Earth Beings
+
+@@ -64863,7 +64863,7 @@
+ | Cardinal King |
+ | Gráinne, the Wayward Daughter |
+ | Listening King |
+-| The Listening King’s Seven Starry-Headed Children |
++| The Listening King's Seven Starry-Headed Children |
+ | One-Eyed Jacque |
+ | Prince(ss) of summer (Cypher System Rulebook) |
+ | Queen |
+@@ -64982,7 +64982,7 @@
+
+ Invisibility (turn themselves, another character, an object, or a place invisible for a short period of time)
+
+-Sage Advice (see the future, offer suggestions on a difficult task, or guide a character’s actions)
++Sage Advice (see the future, offer suggestions on a difficult task, or guide a character's actions)
+
+ Shapeshifting (become a different type of animal or object, or cause someone else to become an animal or object for a
+ short period of time)
+@@ -65006,7 +65006,7 @@
+ The creatures in this section all appear to be animal in their nature, from black dogs and big bad wolves to horses and
+ snarks.
+
+-Bagheera: This cunning, bold, and brilliant black panther can be someone’s worst enemy or their most loyal friend,
++Bagheera: This cunning, bold, and brilliant black panther can be someone's worst enemy or their most loyal friend,
+ protector, and mentor.
+
+ Level 7; stalking, hunting, sneaking,
+@@ -65023,7 +65023,7 @@
+ beloved (gardening shears, for example).
+
+ Cheshire Cat: Interacting with this riddling, punning, disappearing striped cat is enough to make anyone feel
+-discombobulated. Can make a great ally if you’re seeking answers, have lost your way, or need advice.
++discombobulated. Can make a great ally if you're seeking answers, have lost your way, or need advice.
+
+ Level 6, punning and wordplay as level 7, Speed defense as level 8 due to intangibility; will disappear rather than
+ fight.
+@@ -65044,7 +65044,7 @@
+
+ Black dogs are usually large, shaggy, and as black as night, with long ears and tails. However, despite their name, they
+ can be any color. The real distinction is that they are definitely not regular, living dogs. Some have eyes like fire,
+-some howl with a ghostly, ethereal song, and still others have telltale witches’ marks upon their chest or back.
++some howl with a ghostly, ethereal song, and still others have telltale witches' marks upon their chest or back.
+
+ Black dogs can see ghosts, witches, and other magical entities not typically visible to other creatures. They are
+ sometimes a portent of death, but not always. Many carry with them an inherent sense of sadness and despair, which they
+@@ -65073,7 +65073,7 @@
+
+ of action. Dealing with helpful black dogs is often an interesting and unexpected
+
+-experience, as they don’t talk and don’t explain who they choose to help or why.
++experience, as they don't talk and don't explain who they choose to help or why.
+
+ Use: The characters are fighting an extremely tough foe when a black dog steps in to
+
+@@ -65093,7 +65093,7 @@
+ Cat Sidhe 4 (12)
+
+ Cat sidhes, sometimes called phantom cats, are dog-sized felines that were once witches and now have shifted permanently
+-into cat form. They’re all black except for a single white symbol on their chest, which is their name.
++into cat form. They're all black except for a single white symbol on their chest, which is their name.
+
+ When cat sidhes form (because a witch has turned themselves into a cat for the ninth time), they gain nine tails. Each
+ time a cat sidhe would be killed, they can choose to lose one of their tails instead. Once a cat sidhe has no more tails
+@@ -65117,30 +65117,30 @@
+
+ Combat: Cat sidhes can attack with their claws for 6 points of damage, but they much
+
+-prefer to engage from a long distance, using their unique ability to cast curses that steal part or all of a victim’s
++prefer to engage from a long distance, using their unique ability to cast curses that steal part or all of a victim's
+ soul. They may attack a foe using the following types of soul-stealing curses. Characters who succeed on an Intellect
+ defense roll resist the effect, but take 1 point of Intellect damage due to the effort. If someone can read the symbol
+-on the cat’s chest and pronounce it, they gain +1 Armor against the cat’s attacks.
++on the cat's chest and pronounce it, they gain +1 Armor against the cat's attacks.
+
+-Falter. Removes a favored part of the creature’s personality, such as their sense of humor, courage, or kindness. The
+-creature doesn’t forget that they had that part of their personality; they just can’t remember how to access it again.
++Falter. Removes a favored part of the creature's personality, such as their sense of humor, courage, or kindness. The
++creature doesn't forget that they had that part of their personality; they just can't remember how to access it again.
+ All social interactions are hindered.
+
+-Fester. Replaces a piece of the character’s soul with an idea, false memory, or thought that, once placed, grows into
++Fester. Replaces a piece of the character's soul with an idea, false memory, or thought that, once placed, grows into
+ something insidious and dangerous inside them. The character takes no damage at the time, but each time they make a
+ recovery roll, they take 2 points of Intellect damage.
+
+-Forget. Removes something from the creature’s memory, such as all nouns (including their own name), a loved one’s face,
++Forget. Removes something from the creature's memory, such as all nouns (including their own name), a loved one's face,
+ their current purpose, an ability, or a skill. This inflicts 3 points of Intellect damage and causes the character to
+ forget the specific thing.
+
+ Interaction: Having once been witches, cat sidhes are smart, cunning, and dangerous. Most have no interest in
+ conversations or bargains, unless they are injured in some way. They
+
+-can, however, sometimes be distracted from their purpose of stealing souls by riddles, music, and children’s games.
++can, however, sometimes be distracted from their purpose of stealing souls by riddles, music, and children's games.
+
+ Use: A cat sidhe stalks a forest where the characters are passing through on their way elsewhere. Someone sends the
+-characters to capture a “lost” cat, which turns out to be a cat sidhe.
++characters to capture a "lost" cat, which turns out to be a cat sidhe.
+
+ Loot: When a cat sidhe dies, it disappears, leaving behind only the once-white symbol on its chest in the form of a
+ medallion.
+@@ -65246,7 +65246,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Hunting, seeking, and sneaking as level 9
+
+-Combat: The Wolf ’s bite does 8 points of damage. Additionally, he has a variety of abilities that he may use.
++Combat: The Wolf 's bite does 8 points of damage. Additionally, he has a variety of abilities that he may use.
+
+ What Big Ears You Have: Can track and hear his prey up to a mile away. Tracking ignores all cloaking abilities,
+ including magical ones.
+@@ -65254,23 +65254,23 @@
+ What Big Eyes You Have: Mesmerizes his victims for two rounds, convincing them that he is a friend and that they should
+ do what he suggests.
+
+-What Big Teeth You Have: Swallows his victim whole, holding them in his belly. It’s a level 8 Speed or Might defense
++What Big Teeth You Have: Swallows his victim whole, holding them in his belly. It's a level 8 Speed or Might defense
+ task to avoid being eaten whole. Captured characters can attempt to cut themselves free, which requires three successful
+ attacks.
+
+ Huff and Puff: Exhale creates a wind so strong it can knock over foes, trees, and even houses. Inflicts 6 points of
+-damage to everything within long distance, and knocks most things prone. Once the Wolf uses this ability, he can’t use
++damage to everything within long distance, and knocks most things prone. Once the Wolf uses this ability, he can't use
+ it again for three rounds.
+
+ Interaction: Despite his constant hunger and his gnawing need to swallow the world, the Wolf makes an interesting ally
+-(provided that he’s well fed at the time) for he is smart and cunning, and has myriad tricks for moving through the
++(provided that he's well fed at the time) for he is smart and cunning, and has myriad tricks for moving through the
+ world.
+
+ Use: The Big Bad Wolf is a great character to introduce into a modern fairy tale game. Imagine his new iteration as an
+ urban legend, spreading through the internet.
+
+ GM intrusions: The Wolf makes a great leap, knocking down foes. The Wolf already has someone swallowed in his belly, and
+-that person calls for help from out of the Wolf’s mouth.
++that person calls for help from out of the Wolf's mouth.
+
+ CRAFTED (CREATURES)
+
+@@ -65288,15 +65288,15 @@
+ Level 2, Speed defense as level 4 due to quickness; when touched or eaten, some gingerbread creatures release a sweet,
+ slow poison that inflicts 1 point of damage each round for 1d6 rounds.
+
+-Geppetto’s Children
++Geppetto's Children
+
+-Made of wood and wishes, Geppetto’s children are everywhere in the world. They go through a number of life stages,
+-starting as wooden puppets and eventually becoming real humans. No matter what stage they’re in, they’re nonstop sources
++Made of wood and wishes, Geppetto's children are everywhere in the world. They go through a number of life stages,
++starting as wooden puppets and eventually becoming real humans. No matter what stage they're in, they're nonstop sources
+ of destruction and chaos.
+
+ Level 4; Armor 1; have a passion for creating, collecting, and using cyphers, particularly detonation cyphers
+
+-Virgilius’s Copper Dogs
++Virgilius's Copper Dogs
+
+ Once the loyal companions of Virgilius the Sorcerer, this pack of dogs now runs feral. Despite being created through the
+ power of magic, they despise anything that stinks of magic and attempt to bring it down.
+@@ -65305,10 +65305,10 @@
+
+ Tin Woodman 7 (21)
+
+-Once an ordinary woodman of flesh and blood named Nick Chopper, the Tin Woodman’s story is a sad one. His beloved axe
+-was enchanted by a wicked witch in order to keep him from his other true love (it’s a long story, but suffice it to say
++Once an ordinary woodman of flesh and blood named Nick Chopper, the Tin Woodman's story is a sad one. His beloved axe
++was enchanted by a wicked witch in order to keep him from his other true love (it's a long story, but suffice it to say
+ that witches who are wicked do wicked things). His beloved axe turned on Nick Chopper, taking off one limb after
+-another. A tinsmith kindly replaced Nick’s missing body parts (except his heart) with tin prosthetics, but eventually
++another. A tinsmith kindly replaced Nick's missing body parts (except his heart) with tin prosthetics, but eventually
+ nothing was left of the original human and he became the Tin Woodman.
+
+ Note that the Tin Woodman will never tell you this story himself, for he has no heart and seeks only revenge: revenge
+@@ -65341,7 +65341,7 @@
+ > Enchanted axe (artifact): level 7; inflicts 7 points of damage; can be activated to move a long distance away from the
+ > wielder and attack a foe as an action. Depletion: 1 in 1d20 (check each activation)
+
+-GM intrusion: A character’s weapon gets caught in the Tin Woodman’s metal body, pulling the weapon out of their hands.
++GM intrusion: A character's weapon gets caught in the Tin Woodman's metal body, pulling the weapon out of their hands.
+
+ Death 10 (infinite)
+
+@@ -65358,7 +65358,7 @@
+ new guises, hiding themselves away, even traveling to distant stars and moons before their duties and obligations once
+ again pull them to return.
+
+-If Death appears at the foot of a person’s bed, that person can recover if the proper steps are taken. If Death is at
++If Death appears at the foot of a person's bed, that person can recover if the proper steps are taken. If Death is at
+ the head of the bed, almost nothing can be done to save the victim, beyond an impossible bargain.
+
+ Motive: To do their duty and make everyone equal
+@@ -65377,21 +65377,21 @@
+
+ Modifications: Seeing through trickery, deception, or bargaining as level 8
+
+-Combat: Death kills. They kill any number of ways, depending on their mood, what’s at
++Combat: Death kills. They kill any number of ways, depending on their mood, what's at
+
+ hand, and how they believe the person should leave their life. Thankfully, death only comes for someone when their time
+ is up.
+
+-Still, it’s not considered wise to provoke or challenge Death to physical combat, for there is only one outcome: a
++Still, it's not considered wise to provoke or challenge Death to physical combat, for there is only one outcome: a
+ single attack from Death kills the victim (except in the rare case where the victim has protection against death, such
+-as with one of Death’s candles).
++as with one of Death's candles).
+
+ Interaction: Death cannot be hurt and cannot be killed, but they can be bargained with, bet against, and sometimes
+ tricked. More rarely, they have even been known to lose a bargain or be captured for a short period of time.
+
+ Use: Bargaining with Death is a potential way to achieve an impossible task or gain a very rare item, but of course it
+ always comes with a price (usually an earlier death for the bargainer or someone else). Death is always looking for
+-something interesting going on, and may appear just to spend time with the characters if they’re engaged in an
++something interesting going on, and may appear just to spend time with the characters if they're engaged in an
+ intriguing activity.
+
+ GM intrusion: Death mistakes a character for someone else.
+@@ -65406,7 +65406,7 @@
+ Because the archetype of earth beings covers a broad range of creatures, there is no general entry for an earth being.
+
+ Dwarf: level 4; Armor 2; mining pick inflicts 4 points of damage; beards provide magical abilities such as finding
+-treasure, enabling flight, shapeshifting, and turning invisible. Cutting a dwarf’s beard off or learning their name
++treasure, enabling flight, shapeshifting, and turning invisible. Cutting a dwarf's beard off or learning their name
+ provides an asset on all interactions with that dwarf.
+
+ Feral tree: level 3; Armor 3; no movement; lashing branches attack up to three characters as a single action; on a
+@@ -65426,7 +65426,7 @@
+
+ An erlking is a former noble stripped of title, lands, and even form,
+
+-and exiled into the night for crimes unimaginable in their cruelty. An erlking’s victims are found in the cold sunlight,
++and exiled into the night for crimes unimaginable in their cruelty. An erlking's victims are found in the cold sunlight,
+ pale and bloodless, with their vital organs nibbled out.
+
+ Motive: Hungers for flesh and to reclaim stripped titles
+@@ -65444,13 +65444,13 @@
+ Combat: An erlking prefers to attack from hiding, and whisper a child or other creature
+
+ within short distance from their bed out into the night if the victim fails an Intellect defense task. An affected
+-creature remains under the erlking’s spell for up to an hour or until attacked or otherwise harmed.
++creature remains under the erlking's spell for up to an hour or until attacked or otherwise harmed.
+
+ When it attacks physically, an erlking can attack three times on its turn with root tendrils. A target hit by a tendril
+ must also succeed on a Speed defense roll or become grabbed until they escape. The erlking automatically inflicts 6
+ points of damage on each grabbed creature each round until they succeed on a Might-based task to escape.
+
+-Silvered and cold iron weapons ignore an erlking’s Armor. If an erlking’s remains are not burned or otherwise destroyed,
++Silvered and cold iron weapons ignore an erlking's Armor. If an erlking's remains are not burned or otherwise destroyed,
+ it will sprout and grow a new body from its corpse within a day.
+
+ Interaction: An erlking may negotiate if creatures have something it wants, or if targets are armed with silvered or
+@@ -65497,7 +65497,7 @@
+ themselves wandering a dark maze. Once a character successfully escapes, they are no longer subject to being claimed by
+ the labyrinth for several days.
+
+-If killed, the Minotaur’s body is claimed by the labyrinth. Thirty-three days later, the Minotaur is resuscitated.
++If killed, the Minotaur's body is claimed by the labyrinth. Thirty-three days later, the Minotaur is resuscitated.
+
+ Interaction: The Minotaur can speak, but usually chooses not to. It is belligerent and cruel, and always hungry.
+
+@@ -65520,9 +65520,9 @@
+ minutes or hours of time.
+
+ Most enchanters have one or more apprentices or helpers, typically animals that have been made human temporarily or
+-humans who are in the service of the enchanter until some debt of theirs or their family’s has been paid.
++humans who are in the service of the enchanter until some debt of theirs or their family's has been paid.
+
+-Sorcerer’s Apprentice: level 3
++Sorcerer's Apprentice: level 3
+
+ Motive: Control magic, power
+
+@@ -65538,7 +65538,7 @@
+
+ Combat: Magical weapons and artifacts (such as a whip made of living snakes, a staff with a
+
+-biting wolf’s head on top, or a sword that acts of its own accord) do 5 points of damage. Additionally, an enchanter may
++biting wolf's head on top, or a sword that acts of its own accord) do 5 points of damage. Additionally, an enchanter may
+ employ a number of magical abilities, including the
+
+ Following:
+@@ -65554,18 +65554,18 @@
+
+ Enchant: Imbues a normal object with a magical power. The object works under the
+
+-enchanter’s command, and does as the enchanter asks of it. For example, an enchanter might imbue a foe’s weapon and
++enchanter's command, and does as the enchanter asks of it. For example, an enchanter might imbue a foe's weapon and
+ force it to attack the foe, or they might imbue a door and have it close tight against incoming dangers.
+
+ Endless Passage: Creates an endless series of thick spiderwebs, invisible barriers, rings of flame, or other hurdles
+-across an entrance, exit, tunnel, or passage. Every time one of the hurdles is broken, another forms. Characters’
++across an entrance, exit, tunnel, or passage. Every time one of the hurdles is broken, another forms. Characters'
+ movement is halved while going through the endless passage, and they take 2 points of Intellect damage each round.
+
+ Invisible: Turns anything (including themselves, others, and entire areas up to 30 feet by 30 feet \[9 m by 9 m\])
+-invisible for ten minutes. It’s a level 6 Intellect task to be able to see something that has been made invisible.
++invisible for ten minutes. It's a level 6 Intellect task to be able to see something that has been made invisible.
+
+ Persuasion: Convinces all victims in long range that what they believe is not real or that what is false is real.
+-Sometimes this ability just affects others’ minds, creating a mental dissonance. Other times, the enchanter creates an
++Sometimes this ability just affects others' minds, creating a mental dissonance. Other times, the enchanter creates an
+ illusion or other visible, auditory, and tactile element that persuades a character to believe everything they are
+
+ experiencing. The effect lasts for ten minutes. Additionally, an enchanter may have one or more of the same abilities as
+@@ -65597,7 +65597,7 @@
+
+ Interaction: Morgan le Fay is fickle and enigmatic, and rarely reveals her purposes. If she
+
+-agrees to help the characters in some way, it’s absolutely because she has a higher goal
++agrees to help the characters in some way, it's absolutely because she has a higher goal
+
+ in mind.
+
+@@ -65636,7 +65636,7 @@
+
+ The most renowned of all the poet-sorcerers, Virgilius studies and uses the power of the written word to enhance his
+ magical abilities. He keeps a black book, which is the source of his spells, and creates copper creatures to protect and
+-defend him. He has a love of challenges, such as magician’s battles, and seeks them out.
++defend him. He has a love of challenges, such as magician's battles, and seeks them out.
+
+ Combat: Can use the following abilities: animate, blood to stone, enchant, endless passage. Interaction: Virgilius is
+ quick thinking, wily, and full of interesting schemes. Those who
+@@ -65644,7 +65644,7 @@
+ entertain him for longer than a moment might find him a very useful ally. However, he is also driven toward revenge,
+ particularly on those who attempt to publicly humiliate or shame him.
+
+-Use: The characters enter into a battle of wits or wills, only to discover they’re competing with Virgilius.
++Use: The characters enter into a battle of wits or wills, only to discover they're competing with Virgilius.
+
+ Loot: Carries a black book
+
+@@ -65658,7 +65658,7 @@
+ In fairy tales, the word fey covers a huge category of creatures, from faeries, brownies, and imps to gremlins,
+ boggarts, and goblins. There are so many types of fey beings in
+
+-the world that it’s nearly impossible to categorize them as just one thing, or to list them all. They do have a few
++the world that it's nearly impossible to categorize them as just one thing, or to list them all. They do have a few
+ characteristics in common, however. They are typically sentient, humanoid in form, connected to nature in some way, and
+ magical.
+
+@@ -65713,7 +65713,7 @@
+ A faerie can see in the dark, but it can also emit bright light (often colored) and appear as a glowing humanoid or an
+ illuminated sphere.
+
+-Faeries regain 1 point of health per round while their health is above 0 unless they’ve been damaged with a silvered or
++Faeries regain 1 point of health per round while their health is above 0 unless they've been damaged with a silvered or
+ cold iron weapon.
+
+ In addition to inflicting damage with their fairy dust and their weapons of choice, faeries have a number of curses and
+@@ -65733,11 +65733,11 @@
+ >
+ > Illusion: Powerful faeries can cast elaborate and convincing illusions that make them and their worlds appear more
+ > appealing and beautiful. Illusions can cover up to a mile in area. Seeing through the illusion is a task equal to the
+-> faerie’s level and lasts for ten minutes. After that, the viewer reverts to seeing the illusion and quickly forgets
++> faerie's level and lasts for ten minutes. After that, the viewer reverts to seeing the illusion and quickly forgets
+ > that they saw anything else.
+ >
+-> Invisibility: Makes the faerie invisible to most eyes. Seeing, hearing, or sensing a faerie when it’s invisible is a
+-> task equal to the faerie’s level. A failed attempt to see a faerie causes the viewer to see something that harms their
++> Invisibility: Makes the faerie invisible to most eyes. Seeing, hearing, or sensing a faerie when it's invisible is a
++> task equal to the faerie's level. A failed attempt to see a faerie causes the viewer to see something that harms their
+ > mind, inflicting 1 point of Intellect damage.
+ >
+ > Vortex: A defensive tactic where one or more threatened faeries use their wings to create a strong gust of wind,
+@@ -65751,7 +65751,7 @@
+ well could end up leaving the PCs in the lurch at just the wrong moment.
+
+ Use: The characters come upon an injured faerie, who promises to grant them their deepest wish if they agree to help it.
+-They must decide if they believe the faerie speaks true, or if it’s a trap.
++They must decide if they believe the faerie speaks true, or if it's a trap.
+
+ Loot: The tiny pouches that faeries carry are stuffed with forest bric-a-brac, but some of those pouches are ten times
+ larger on the inside and could contain expensive items or cyphers.
+@@ -65769,7 +65769,7 @@
+ respect they deserve, or have been offended in some way.
+
+ And if you should harm someone they have pledged to protect? Beware, beware, for there is no wrath like that of a fairy
+-godmother’s.
++godmother's.
+
+ Motive: Protect their protégés, be respected
+
+@@ -65806,14 +65806,14 @@
+ > is not certain. (Prophecies work like GM intrusions that will take place in the future; the player can reject the
+ > prophecy by spending an XP.) Not all prophecies are negative.
+
+-Interaction: Interacting with fairy godmothers is usually a little frantic, frenzied, and full of “Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo!”
+-If they like you, they’re likely to prove a loyal, steadfast, and useful ally. If not, well, hopefully you like being
++Interaction: Interacting with fairy godmothers is usually a little frantic, frenzied, and full of "Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo!"
++If they like you, they're likely to prove a loyal, steadfast, and useful ally. If not, well, hopefully you like being
+ turned into a horse, or worse.
+
+ Use: Fairy godmothers make great lighthearted additions to encounters, particularly ones where the characters are
+ preparing for a ball, a fight, or a big adventure.
+
+-GM Intrusion: The fairy godmother’s magic goes awry and a character is accidentally turned into a horse.
++GM Intrusion: The fairy godmother's magic goes awry and a character is accidentally turned into a horse.
+
+ Áine, Fairy Queen of Light an Love 9 (27)
+
+@@ -65835,7 +65835,7 @@
+
+ Combat: Áine rarely engages in combat herself, as she prefers to leave that role to her son
+
+-Geroid and his army. However, if she’s attacked or feels the need to defend her realm or someone in it, she will not
++Geroid and his army. However, if she's attacked or feels the need to defend her realm or someone in it, she will not
+ hesitate to step in. She attacks using the power of the sun, focusing light into a narrow beam that inflicts 12 points
+ of damage on the target.
+
+@@ -65844,7 +65844,7 @@
+ task to break free) or that do damage via strangulation or thorns (7 points of damage). Any bees in the area act to help
+ the queen.
+
+-> Queen’s bees: level 3; sting victims for 3 points of damage and paralyze
++> Queen's bees: level 3; sting victims for 3 points of damage and paralyze
+
+ them for one round
+
+@@ -65855,7 +65855,7 @@
+ Interaction: Just, true, and kind, Áine makes a powerful ally, provided that she does not feel that she or her realm are
+ threatened. Those who wish harm on others or who she sees as malevolent in action or thought are more likely to
+
+-find themselves on the wrong end of the Bright One’s anger.
++find themselves on the wrong end of the Bright One's anger.
+
+ Use: Characters who wish for something important in their lives to change may ask Áine to grant them a boon. She
+ sometimes helps those in need without them asking for it (but, of course, only for a price). If the characters attend a
+@@ -65864,12 +65864,12 @@
+ Loot: Áine wears a crown of glass, but it is not visible unless she chooses it to be (she rarely does) or she dies. She
+ carries little else, for she is a person of deeds, not items.
+
+-GM intrusion: One of Áine’s ardent followers believes a character is threatening their beloved queen.
++GM intrusion: One of Áine's ardent followers believes a character is threatening their beloved queen.
+
+ Gráinne, the Wayward Daughter 9 (27)
+
+ Gráinne is the Fairy Queen of Hope and Despair, sometimes also called the Wayward Daughter, the Winter Queen, and Dark
+-One. Gráinne is to the dark what Áine is to the light. This doesn’t mean that Gráinne is evil, just that she represents
++One. Gráinne is to the dark what Áine is to the light. This doesn't mean that Gráinne is evil, just that she represents
+ what is good and bad in the world that is hidden in shadows, buried beneath the ground, and revealed at night. She has
+ her own moral code, one that can work in the favor of those who are cunning and willing to look at the darkness of their
+ own hearts.
+@@ -65898,8 +65898,8 @@
+ action), a cete of eight large badgers appears. They act as two level 4 creatures; attacked beings must also succeed on
+ an Intellect defense roll or be shapeshifted into a badger for one round.
+
+-Oneirokinesis: Gráinne can infiltrate people’s dreams to converse with them. As such, she might implant an idea in their
+-heads (such as “I’m going to die tonight” or “I should go back home”). When the character wakes, they must succeed on a
++Oneirokinesis: Gráinne can infiltrate people's dreams to converse with them. As such, she might implant an idea in their
++heads (such as "I'm going to die tonight" or "I should go back home"). When the character wakes, they must succeed on a
+ level 6 Intellect defense roll to shake the idea. Otherwise, they feel a strong need to act on it, and are hindered in
+ any tasks that go against the idea (this lasts until they make their next recovery roll).
+
+@@ -65908,17 +65908,17 @@
+ intangible. In this form, she cannot be injured by physical attacks, and her attacks inflict 8 points of Intellect
+ damage on anyone whose body is darkened by her shadow.
+
+-Interaction: For those who don’t mind a little darkness and moral ambiguity, Gráinne makes a powerful ally.
++Interaction: For those who don't mind a little darkness and moral ambiguity, Gráinne makes a powerful ally.
+
+ Use: The characters stumble into a fairy realm, only to be met by its just-woken guardian. Grieving characters may find
+-the solutions and solace they seek in Gráinne’s magic and power.
++the solutions and solace they seek in Gráinne's magic and power.
+
+ Loot: Tiara of Pailis
+
+ Tiara of Pailis (artifact): level 7; allows the wearer to fly a long distance each round (as an action). The wearer can
+ control their speed, direction, and height. Depletion: 1 in 1d20
+
+-GM Intrusion: A character’s companion animal or mount is affected by Gráinne’s animal affinity and falls under her
++GM Intrusion: A character's companion animal or mount is affected by Gráinne's animal affinity and falls under her
+ power.
+
+ Queen 6 (18)
+@@ -65926,7 +65926,7 @@
+ Ah, the Evil Queen. Ruler of the land, watcher in the mirror. Full of magic, utterly merciless, and sharp of tongue.
+ Evil and wicked queens abound in fairy tales, from those who have no names and are remembered only for their evil deeds,
+ to those whose names will never be forgotten: Queen Grimhilde, Maleficent, the Queen of Hearts, and the White Witch.
+-These queens seek power for power’s sake, not caring what destruction lies in their wake.
++These queens seek power for power's sake, not caring what destruction lies in their wake.
+
+ Of course, not all queens are evil—just the ones you hear about most often. But they are all powerful in their own way,
+ even if they are forced to hide it by their circumstances. While they too crave power, they seek it in order to protect
+@@ -65982,14 +65982,14 @@
+
+ harm her, who threaten to overshadow her, or who have caught her eye in some way.
+
+-Use: The characters enter an area that is under Grimhilde’s power and must face her wrath.
++Use: The characters enter an area that is under Grimhilde's power and must face her wrath.
+
+ Loot: She has a mirror mirror artifact, as well as 1d6 cyphers (often poison).
+
+ The Red Queen 6 (18)
+
+-The Red Queen has never once yelled “Off with her head!” In fact, she has never yelled. It’s horrible manners, and
+-besides, when you know how to wield power, you don’t need all that noise and chaos. You need only whisper and be still,
++The Red Queen has never once yelled "Off with her head!" In fact, she has never yelled. It's horrible manners, and
++besides, when you know how to wield power, you don't need all that noise and chaos. You need only whisper and be still,
+ and everyone will politely fall quiet and listen.
+
+ Environment: Polite dinner parties and social gatherings
+@@ -66006,9 +66006,9 @@
+
+ The Snow Queen
+
+-The Snow Queen rules over the “snow bees”—snowflakes that look like bees. She keeps an ornate palace surrounded by
++The Snow Queen rules over the "snow bees"—snowflakes that look like bees. She keeps an ornate palace surrounded by
+ gardens in the lands of permafrost, but she can be seen elsewhere in the world where snowflakes cluster. Most say she is
+-cold, and they would be right. She has been part of the snow for so long that it’s possible she no longer remembers
++cold, and they would be right. She has been part of the snow for so long that it's possible she no longer remembers
+ warmth or kindness or love.
+
+ Environment: Anywhere there is snow, ice, or winter
+@@ -66019,7 +66019,7 @@
+ long range, inflicting 2 points of damage; reindeer familiar inflicts 5 points of damage with her horns.
+
+ Interaction: The Snow Queen is not evil—she just has forgotten what it means to be human, with human needs and human
+-hearts (not that she was ever truly human, but that’s a story for another time). She is willing to bargain if she
++hearts (not that she was ever truly human, but that's a story for another time). She is willing to bargain if she
+ understands what she gets out of it.
+
+ Use: The Snow Queen guards the entrance to a place the characters need to enter.
+@@ -66029,7 +66029,7 @@
+ Creatures of water and waves are those that inhabit or are deeply tied to the rivers, ocean, marshes, and other watery
+ areas of the world.
+
+-Drowning Fairies: There are many types of creatures known as “drowning fairies,” including Peg Powler, the Water Leaper,
++Drowning Fairies: There are many types of creatures known as "drowning fairies," including Peg Powler, the Water Leaper,
+ Fossegrim, and Jenny Greenteeth. These creatures typically dwell below or next to water and tempt, pull, or trick
+ passersby into the water.
+
+@@ -66041,7 +66041,7 @@
+ have the power to make themselves visible, most often taking the form of humanoid creatures with green skin and the
+ flowing mane and tail of a golden horse.
+
+-Level 5, defense as level 7 due to intangibility; if they know a person’s name, they can gain control over the person,
++Level 5, defense as level 7 due to intangibility; if they know a person's name, they can gain control over the person,
+ forcing them to do their bidding for a short time
+
+ Naiad: These water nymphs inhabit rivers, springs, waterfalls, and other bodies of fresh water. Typically appearing as
+@@ -66083,13 +66083,13 @@
+ Reptilian Form: Cailleach takes the form of a reptile of any size. While in this form, she has +3 Armor and does 6
+ points of damage with her bite, claw, or tail lash. In addition, she regains 3 points of health per round.
+
+-Restore to Life: Putting her wizened pointer finger into someone’s mouth can bring them back to life, but only if
+-they’ve been dead for less than a day and only if she holds her finger there for exactly as long as they’ve been dead.
++Restore to Life: Putting her wizened pointer finger into someone's mouth can bring them back to life, but only if
++they've been dead for less than a day and only if she holds her finger there for exactly as long as they've been dead.
+ After that, her finger falls off. It takes three days for her to regrow a new one.
+
+ See the Future: Cailleach can use her glass eye to scry the future of an individual. She does so by first removing the
+ eye, and then having the person hold it in their mouth until she asks for it back (sometimes this is for just a second,
+-and sometimes it’s for hours—it’s hard to know if the variable length of time is part of the ritual or just her dark
++and sometimes it's for hours—it's hard to know if the variable length of time is part of the ritual or just her dark
+ sense of humor). She typically sees three possible futures, and all of them have an equal chance of coming to pass.
+
+ Wanton Destruction: As part of her agreement with the sea, Cailleach was given the power to control small parts of it at
+@@ -66103,24 +66103,24 @@
+ of her shell and have a positive interaction.
+
+ Use: Cailleach can be a beneficial ally, particularly as a healer. She might also be convinced to help fight against an
+-encroaching danger, especially if it’s threatening her solitude and privacy.
++encroaching danger, especially if it's threatening her solitude and privacy.
+
+ Loot: She typically carries a number of sea cyphers, and her home is filled with books, scrolls, and journals of all
+ sorts.
+
+-GM intrusion: The sea offers additional assistance to Cailleach’s spells, increasing her damage or movement.
++GM intrusion: The sea offers additional assistance to Cailleach's spells, increasing her damage or movement.
+
+ Kelpie 6 (18)
+
+ A sinister aquatic creature that takes the shape of a grey horse or white pony, the kelpie lures unsuspecting passersby
+ and attempts to drown them in a nearby body of water.
+
+-Some kelpies look just like horses. Others look as if they’re created from elements of the swamp—maybe its tail is
++Some kelpies look just like horses. Others look as if they're created from elements of the swamp—maybe its tail is
+ algae, its mane cattails, its eyes glowing pebbles or miniature moons. Maybe eels and snails and other creatures are its
+ teeth or tongue. One thing about kelpies is always true: their manes are always dripping and their hooves are always
+ inverted.
+
+-If someone knows a kelpie’s name and says it aloud, the kelpie loses all its power over that person and retreats to the
++If someone knows a kelpie's name and says it aloud, the kelpie loses all its power over that person and retreats to the
+ depths of the water.
+
+ Motive: Unknown
+@@ -66140,11 +66140,11 @@
+ Combat: When a passerby approaches, the kelpie might appear tame, a little lost, injured,
+
+ or otherwise friendly and in need. Or, if the passerby appears weary or sad, the kelpie will offer a ride upon their
+-back. The kelpie’s sticky skin traps the rider (level 7 Might task to break free). Once the rider is seated, the kelpie
++back. The kelpie's sticky skin traps the rider (level 7 Might task to break free). Once the rider is seated, the kelpie
+ may attempt to drown them in the lake, run so fast that the rider takes 5 points of Intellect damage from fright, or
+ roll over on them, inflicting 4 points of damage (ignores Armor).
+
+-Interaction: Not all kelpies are malevolent. Some were once “tamed” by someone who learned their names and loved them.
++Interaction: Not all kelpies are malevolent. Some were once "tamed" by someone who learned their names and loved them.
+ These kelpies actively seek out human contact, attempting to find someone to replace the one they loved.
+
+ Use: In the gloom, a large black horse appears, wearing beautiful tack and acting as if lost. It offers one of the weary
+@@ -66155,10 +66155,10 @@
+ The West Wind 9 (27)
+
+ The West Wind has no master, no shackles, no chains. She goes where she will, and woe to those who try to capture or
+-hold her. When she’s not blowing through the sky, she takes the shape of a human woman dressed in a sparkling blue
++hold her. When she's not blowing through the sky, she takes the shape of a human woman dressed in a sparkling blue
+ tuxedo, her short silver hair pushed back from her face.
+
+-Not all winds are living creatures. Sometimes the wind is just the wind. But you won’t know which is which until you try
++Not all winds are living creatures. Sometimes the wind is just the wind. But you won't know which is which until you try
+ to talk with it.
+
+ Motive: To stave off boredom by playing tricks, traveling, stirring up trouble, and helping others
+@@ -66176,12 +66176,12 @@
+ Combat: Inflicts 6 points of damage to every creature and object she chooses within a very long distance, and knocks
+ them prone.
+
+-Interaction: Some say the West Wind is cold, but she’s really just an introvert and prefers to spend most of her time
+-traveling alone. However, she’s actually very warm hearted and is likely to help those in need. She does not respond
+-well to trickery, traps, or attempts to force her hand (unless they’re terribly clever or smart, and then she admits
++Interaction: Some say the West Wind is cold, but she's really just an introvert and prefers to spend most of her time
++traveling alone. However, she's actually very warm hearted and is likely to help those in need. She does not respond
++well to trickery, traps, or attempts to force her hand (unless they're terribly clever or smart, and then she admits
+ grudging respect for the perpetrators).
+
+-Use: The characters need the West Wind’s help to travel somewhere, knock something down, or retrieve something from a
++Use: The characters need the West Wind's help to travel somewhere, knock something down, or retrieve something from a
+ hidden place. Someone needs an elegant date to a royal ball or a fairy festival.
+
+ Loot: Sometimes the West Wind picks up interesting things on her travels. She may gift allies these items, including
+@@ -66215,16 +66215,16 @@
+
+ Loot: Information, secrets, and possibly a cypher or two picked up during their travels.
+
+-GM intrusion: The wind children grab something precious from one of the characters and start to play a game of “keep
+-away” with it.
++GM intrusion: The wind children grab something precious from one of the characters and start to play a game of "keep
++away" with it.
+
+ Witch 5 (15)
+
+-Witches are complex beings of myriad personalities, desires, and abilities. Sometimes they’re the stuff of nightmares,
+-with tales of their exploits keeping children safe in their beds during the darkest hours. Other times they’re wise
++Witches are complex beings of myriad personalities, desires, and abilities. Sometimes they're the stuff of nightmares,
++with tales of their exploits keeping children safe in their beds during the darkest hours. Other times they're wise
+ helpers—at least for a little
+
+-while, or possibly for a price. Often, they’re a little of everything, taking on no end of roles throughout their
++while, or possibly for a price. Often, they're a little of everything, taking on no end of roles throughout their
+ lifetime. They may isolate themselves deep in the dark woods, falsify their way into a royal family, or reside in the
+ middle of town, hiding their identity.
+
+@@ -66250,8 +66250,8 @@
+
+ Familiar: When attacked, a witch relies on the aid of their familiar to improve their Speed
+
+-defense. The familiar could be a large black cat, an owl, a big snake, or some other creature. Killing a witch’s
+-familiar is so shocking to a witch that their attacks and Speed defense are hindered for a few days. It’s also a way to
++defense. The familiar could be a large black cat, an owl, a big snake, or some other creature. Killing a witch's
++familiar is so shocking to a witch that their attacks and Speed defense are hindered for a few days. It's also a way to
+ ensure that the witch never forgives their foe or grants mercy.
+
+ Glamour: Glamour is an illusion that the witch creates. It may let them look like someone else, appear to be a tree or a
+@@ -66263,7 +66263,7 @@
+ damage on that being.
+
+ Imprison: The witch creates a prison within long range and captures a foe inside it as a single action. The prison might
+-be physical (a tower, a cage, a trap, a binding around the body) or mental (they can’t move, their muscles are no longer
++be physical (a tower, a cage, a trap, a binding around the body) or mental (they can't move, their muscles are no longer
+ under their control, they are afraid to move). Resisting being caught is a level 5 defense task (Might, Speed, or
+ Intellect, depending on the type of imprisonment). If a character is caught, breaking free is a level 5 task (of the
+ appropriate stat).
+@@ -66272,20 +66272,20 @@
+ attempt to pass through the spell but fail take 3 points of Intellect damage and are knocked back. Once the spell
+ activates, it disappears.
+
+-Revive: This rare and costly ability allows a witch to bring someone back to life, as long as they haven’t been dead for
++Revive: This rare and costly ability allows a witch to bring someone back to life, as long as they haven't been dead for
+ more than a year. In order to accomplish this, the witch needs all or part of the body of the dead, a beloved object of
+-the dead’s, and the willingness of someone else to take on a curse that results from the magical working (roll on the
++the dead's, and the willingness of someone else to take on a curse that results from the magical working (roll on the
+ Curse table to determine the resulting curse). Revive takes ten minutes to cast, and the character returns to life with
+ 1 point in all of their Pools.
+
+ Seduce: Creatures within short range who fail an Intellect defense roll become enamored of the witch. Resisting the
+-witch’s persuasion attempts is hindered by two steps until the victim succeeds on an Intellect defense roll; each time
+-they fail to resist the persuasion attempt, the witch’s next persuasion attempt is eased by an additional step.
++witch's persuasion attempts is hindered by two steps until the victim succeeds on an Intellect defense roll; each time
++they fail to resist the persuasion attempt, the witch's next persuasion attempt is eased by an additional step.
+
+ Additional abilities: Witches might also have access to the witch abilities in the Cypher System Rulebook. These are
+ charm, hexbolt, shrivel, and vitality. Some witches might have other magical abilities similar to those of enchanters.
+
+-GM intrusions: The witch’s familiar joins the fray, tripping up characters and hindering their actions.
++GM intrusions: The witch's familiar joins the fray, tripping up characters and hindering their actions.
+
+ > Something startles the witch and they cast a curse or spell as an automatic response. The witch pulls out an artifact
+ > or cypher and prepares to use it.
+@@ -66359,31 +66359,31 @@
+ she grows in her garden to aid her magic.
+
+ Use: The characters need a concoction to heal someone, remove a curse, or help them get pregnant. The characters
+-accidentally trespass on Dame Gothel’s space.
++accidentally trespass on Dame Gothel's space.
+
+ Loot: Various plants, potions, and cyphers
+
+ The Sea Witch 6 (18)
+
+ Living in the darkest depths of the sea, the Sea Witch is dangerous, wily, persuasive, and scheming. She is best known
+-for brewing up life options—for a price. If you want what she’s got (and she’s got everything), you bring her what she
+-wants. It might be your voice, your hair, or your firstborn. Or all three. Surely you won’t miss them . . .
++for brewing up life options—for a price. If you want what she's got (and she's got everything), you bring her what she
++wants. It might be your voice, your hair, or your firstborn. Or all three. Surely you won't miss them . . .
+
+ Modifications: Persuasion, intimidation, coercion, and swimming as level 8
+
+ Combat: She can use the following abilities: charm, familiar (water snakes), glamour, imprison, protect, seduce, and
+ shrivel.
+
+-Interaction: The Sea Witch will always make a bargain, take a bet, gamble all she’s got on
++Interaction: The Sea Witch will always make a bargain, take a bet, gamble all she's got on
+
+-the downtrodden and woe-be-gotten. Not because her heart is big, but because she makes sure that the house—that’s
++the downtrodden and woe-be-gotten. Not because her heart is big, but because she makes sure that the house—that's
+ her—always wins.
+
+ Use: The characters need a potion, a spell, a curse, or any other bit of magic, large or
+
+ small, and the Sea Witch will find a way to put it in their hands and let them walk away
+
+-thinking they’ve come out ahead. At least until she comes to collect.
++thinking they've come out ahead. At least until she comes to collect.
+
+ Loot: A chest full of gifts and winnings from lovers, fawners, and those who should have known better, including 1d6
+ cyphers and two artifacts.
+@@ -66410,7 +66410,7 @@
+ Use: The characters need to find galoshes of fortune and decide to steal a pair from the Wicked Witch of the West.
+ Perhaps they need to make it through the land she presides over and must find a way to get her approval.
+
+-Loot: Whatever shoes she’s wearing (which are very likely an artifact).
++Loot: Whatever shoes she's wearing (which are very likely an artifact).
+
+ NPCS
+
+@@ -66434,26 +66434,26 @@
+
+ Combat: Changelings use human weapons.
+
+-A changeling can use an action to alter their appearance for a minute or so to match that of someone they’ve seen. This
+-is a reasonable likeness, although they may not know their target’s mannerisms, accent, and other nonphysical qualities.
++A changeling can use an action to alter their appearance for a minute or so to match that of someone they've seen. This
++is a reasonable likeness, although they may not know their target's mannerisms, accent, and other nonphysical qualities.
+
+ Some changelings are vulnerable to iron, taking an extra 1 point of damage from any iron or steel weapon.
+
+-Interaction: Changelings aren’t inherently untruthful or untrustworthy, but sometimes they can’t help but embellish a
++Interaction: Changelings aren't inherently untruthful or untrustworthy, but sometimes they can't help but embellish a
+ fact or take advantage of a situation. They otherwise act like regular people, but spending enough time with them
+ usually reveals an odd quirk or attitude.
+
+-Use: An acquaintance is having trouble at home (because their family realized they’re a changeling). Someone suspects a
++Use: An acquaintance is having trouble at home (because their family realized they're a changeling). Someone suspects a
+ family member is actually a changeling.
+
+ Loot: Changelings have the same kinds of personal items that humans do, but they often have a token or other treasured
+-thing that doesn’t quite belong (and might secretly be a cypher or artifact).
++thing that doesn't quite belong (and might secretly be a cypher or artifact).
+
+ CORPORATE MAGE 4 (12)
+
+ A corporate mage is a professional spellcaster working for a company, using their magic to fix problems. They have a
+-similar role as enforcers, lawyers, corporate spies, and researchers, doing what needs to be done so the company’s
+-interests are protected. They’re paid well, dress to show it, and aren’t above unethical (or even illegal) acts to get
++similar role as enforcers, lawyers, corporate spies, and researchers, doing what needs to be done so the company's
++interests are protected. They're paid well, dress to show it, and aren't above unethical (or even illegal) acts to get
+ the job done. They work alone, in pairs, or with a lawyer and a few bodyguards.
+
+ Lawyer: level 2, law and intimidation as level 4
+@@ -66475,7 +66475,7 @@
+ Modifications: Intellect defense as level 5
+
+ Combat: Corporate mages are trained to handle normal people and magic threats, and they usually attack with a
+-short-range blast of cold, fire, force, or electricity. Some carry a concealed handgun for situations where magic isn’t
++short-range blast of cold, fire, force, or electricity. Some carry a concealed handgun for situations where magic isn't
+ allowed or effective.
+
+ A corporate mage knows quite a few spells, including knocking a person unconscious for a few minutes, turning invisible
+@@ -66483,14 +66483,14 @@
+ as construction worker or technician), granting themselves +1 Armor, reading minds, and teleporting back to
+ headquarters. Many of them have some training in law, espionage, governmental operations, or a scientific field.
+
+-Interaction: Corporate mages are hard and intimidating. If they can get what they want without using magic, they’ll do
+-so, but they aren’t afraid to make a demonstration of supernatural force when necessary.
++Interaction: Corporate mages are hard and intimidating. If they can get what they want without using magic, they'll do
++so, but they aren't afraid to make a demonstration of supernatural force when necessary.
+
+-Use: Corporate mages do the dirty work of sketchy businesses. They’re not here to make friends, and they know just how
++Use: Corporate mages do the dirty work of sketchy businesses. They're not here to make friends, and they know just how
+ far to push someone (especially a powerless person) to get what they want, sometimes by bending (but not quite breaking)
+ the law.
+
+-Loot: A corporate mage usually has a cypher that’s helpful for their current assignment, plus the cash equivalent of one
++Loot: A corporate mage usually has a cypher that's helpful for their current assignment, plus the cash equivalent of one
+ or two expensive items.
+
+ DEMON HUNTER 3 (9)
+@@ -66517,7 +66517,7 @@
+ Combat: A typical hunter is weaker than the average demon or witch, and prefers to outwit their foes rather than engage
+ in a straight-up fight. Knowing this, they pick their battles carefully and use ambush tactics and strength of
+ numbers—either another hunter or several support characters such as priests and soldiers—to help defeat their foes. A
+-hunter usually has a good idea of their opponent’s strengths and weaknesses, and they plan and react accordingly.
++hunter usually has a good idea of their opponent's strengths and weaknesses, and they plan and react accordingly.
+
+ Interaction: Many novice hunters are overconfident and condescending. Others (especially the more experienced ones) are
+ paranoid and hardened by battle and the deaths of too many friends. They react positively if given respect.
+@@ -66556,7 +66556,7 @@
+
+ A pharmaceutical sorcerer knows several spells, such as healing a touched creature for 4 health or Pool points,
+ identifying diseases and afflictions, removing or ameliorating afflictions and chronic conditions for a day, or making a
+-patient feel relaxed and safe for a few hours. They’re usually licensed and trained to perform minor medical procedures
++patient feel relaxed and safe for a few hours. They're usually licensed and trained to perform minor medical procedures
+ such as administering vaccines, applying topical medicines, and splinting broken bones.
+
+ A pharmaceutical sorcerer often has one or more assistants, protégés, or students who help with clients or other aspects
+@@ -66628,12 +66628,12 @@
+ Modifications: Climbing, jumping, running, and Speed defense as level 4
+
+ Combat: Berserkers prefer large, heavy weapons such as axes, hammers, and greatswords, but they may use bows if they
+-can’t easily get close to their foes.
++can't easily get close to their foes.
+
+ A berserker can enter a state of rage as part of their action. When raging, they gain +1 to Armor (including against
+ fire), their melee attacks inflict an additional 2 points of damage, and their attacks, Might defense, and actions
+ relying on strength (such as climbing and jumping) are eased by two steps. However, their Speed defense is hindered. A
+-raging berserker fights only with melee weapons and won’t retreat from battle.
++raging berserker fights only with melee weapons and won't retreat from battle.
+
+ Interaction: Berserkers are the elites of some warrior cultures and enjoy physical competitions such as wrestling,
+ throwing heavy items, and feasting. They dislike weak and cowardly folk, and do not tolerate insults to their strength
+@@ -66698,7 +66698,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Crafting (metal or stone), Intellect defense, and Might defense as level 5
+
+-Combat: Dwarves traditionally use weapons like axes, hammers, and crossbows. They’re used to working together to defend
++Combat: Dwarves traditionally use weapons like axes, hammers, and crossbows. They're used to working together to defend
+ their halls; three or more dwarves attacking the same target act as a level 6 creature that inflicts 8 points of
+ damage.
+
+@@ -66738,7 +66738,7 @@
+ A typical elf might know a few minor spells, such as heating or chilling food, creating a bit of moonlight, and cleaning
+ or repairing clothing.
+
+-Interaction: Elves appreciate beauty, grace, and skill, and they don’t respond well to crudeness or bluster, especially
++Interaction: Elves appreciate beauty, grace, and skill, and they don't respond well to crudeness or bluster, especially
+ from people decades or centuries younger than themselves. They are subtle in their insults but do have a sense of
+ humor.
+
+@@ -66768,12 +66768,12 @@
+
+ Combat: Halflings are remarkably skilled with knives, clubs, slings, and small bows. They prefer not to fight larger
+ creatures head on; instead they stay at range, plan ambushes to quickly overwhelm opponents, or team up with a larger
+-ally so they can attack a foe’s back and legs.
++ally so they can attack a foe's back and legs.
+
+-Interaction: Halflings enjoy the company of larger folks as long as they aren’t mocked for their size. They’re brave and
++Interaction: Halflings enjoy the company of larger folks as long as they aren't mocked for their size. They're brave and
+ determined when they need to be, though some might complain about wanting to go home.
+
+-Use: A young halfling wants to have some adventures before settling down. The local thieves’ guild is said to employ
++Use: A young halfling wants to have some adventures before settling down. The local thieves' guild is said to employ
+ halflings as lookouts and cutpurses, sometimes disguised as human children.
+
+ Loot: In addition to their weapons (and perhaps some light armor) and food, a halfling might have an interesting cypher
+@@ -66807,8 +66807,8 @@
+ creature, smiting an evil foe to inflict an additional 4 points of damage, or breaking free of mind control.
+
+ Interaction: Paladins have big personalities and strongly believe in their purpose and goals. They have no tolerance for
+-evil acts and are unwilling to look the other way when their allies want to bend the rules or take advantage of a “grey
+-area.” However, they are not fools and won’t throw away their lives for nothing.
++evil acts and are unwilling to look the other way when their allies want to bend the rules or take advantage of a "grey
++area." However, they are not fools and won't throw away their lives for nothing.
+
+ Use: A paladin lays claim to a foe the characters are seeking or have captured. An old paladin is looking for one last
+ villain to smite.
+@@ -66818,7 +66818,7 @@
+
+ THIEF 4 (12)
+
+-A thief takes things that don’t belong to them—preferably with their victim remaining unaware of the crime until the
++A thief takes things that don't belong to them—preferably with their victim remaining unaware of the crime until the
+ thief is safely away. Burglars and pickpockets are the most common sort, but ambitious thieves are known to plan
+ elaborate heists to steal priceless items from prominent targets.
+
+@@ -66836,14 +66836,14 @@
+
+ Combat: Thieves prefer small concealable weapons—knives, batons, and so on—so they can quickly make themselves look like
+ an innocent bystander. Their goal is to escape, not kill, so they often rely on tricks like caltrops, spilled oil, and
+-smoke pellets to distract or delay foes and give themselves an opportunity to get away. They aren’t above using poison,
++smoke pellets to distract or delay foes and give themselves an opportunity to get away. They aren't above using poison,
+ typically a sleep poison that knocks out a foe for ten minutes on a failed Might defense task.
+
+ Interaction: Thieves run a broad range of personalities—nervous, arrogant, quietly confident, sarcastic, and more. They
+-like to know the risks and rewards of what they’ll be doing, and they don’t like surprises.
++like to know the risks and rewards of what they'll be doing, and they don't like surprises.
+
+ Use: A cocky thief steals an item from a character and returns it to prove their skills are up to the task. A gang of
+-pickpockets targets a character’s jewelry or cyphers.
++pickpockets targets a character's jewelry or cyphers.
+
+ Loot: Thieves usually carry light tools, a few small weapons, miscellaneous equipment for creating a distraction, and a
+ cypher they plan to use or sell.
+@@ -66854,7 +66854,7 @@
+
+ A cannibal is someone who has decided that eating other people is not only necessary but desirable. Whether this
+ decision was forced by circumstance or made out of some secret, maladaptive urge, cannibals are dangerous because they
+-hide in plain sight, pretending friendship and aid for strangers until their prey lowers their guard. That’s when a
++hide in plain sight, pretending friendship and aid for strangers until their prey lowers their guard. That's when a
+ cannibal strikes. Some cannibals like it raw; others delight in elaborate preparations.
+
+ Motive: Hungers for human flesh
+@@ -66867,7 +66867,7 @@
+
+ Modifications: Deception, persuasion, intimidation, and tasks related to friendly interaction as level 6
+
+-Combat: Cannibals use whatever weapon is at hand. They usually don’t attack unless they can surprise their prey. When
++Combat: Cannibals use whatever weapon is at hand. They usually don't attack unless they can surprise their prey. When
+ cannibals have surprise, they attack as level 5 creatures and inflict 2 additional points of damage.
+
+ Interaction: Cannibals seem friendly and charming until they decide you are for dinner. Use: Characters looking for a
+@@ -66901,15 +66901,15 @@
+
+ Combat: Mad scientists are usually accompanied by security guards, robots, zombies, or
+
+-some other appropriate creature. A mad scientist can attempt to take command of an enemy’s technological device (armor,
++some other appropriate creature. A mad scientist can attempt to take command of an enemy's technological device (armor,
+ a weapon, a cypher, a robot, and so on) within short range for up to one minute using a handheld device.
+
+ Mad scientists usually have access to a long-range energy or high-velocity weapon that inflicts 7 points of damage. They
+-often carry manifest cyphers that increase Armor, confuse opponents’ senses, or transform themselves into a form that
++often carry manifest cyphers that increase Armor, confuse opponents' senses, or transform themselves into a form that
+ eases all their actions by two steps.
+
+ Interaction: Mad scientists are narcissistic and love to monologue about their work. They negotiate but usually are
+-sociopathic and don’t care about other people. Some are filled with self-loathing but too far gone to feel they can
++sociopathic and don't care about other people. Some are filled with self-loathing but too far gone to feel they can
+ change.
+
+ Use: Blackouts and strange noises have been traced to a location found to hold a secret lab where a scientist is
+@@ -66924,27 +66924,27 @@
+ The NPCs in the following section are general examples of nonmagical, mortal human characters that are commonly found in
+ fairy tales.
+
+-From General to Specific: While the NPCs listed here are general types, such as crafter and robber, it’s easy to turn
++From General to Specific: While the NPCs listed here are general types, such as crafter and robber, it's easy to turn
+ them into specific characters from common and well-known fairy tales. For example, with a little tweaking, you can turn
+-a generic tailor into the tailor from The Brave Little Tailor. Just give the crafter NPC a banner that says “SEVEN WITH
+-ONE BLOW” and embrace a jaunty, overconfident nature, and you have the titular character.
++a generic tailor into the tailor from The Brave Little Tailor. Just give the crafter NPC a banner that says "SEVEN WITH
++ONE BLOW" and embrace a jaunty, overconfident nature, and you have the titular character.
+
+-Health, Not Pools: Remember that NPCs don’t have stat Pools. Instead, they have a characteristic called health. When an
++Health, Not Pools: Remember that NPCs don't have stat Pools. Instead, they have a characteristic called health. When an
+ NPC takes damage of any kind, the amount
+
+-is subtracted from their health. Unless described otherwise, an NPC’s health
++is subtracted from their health. Unless described otherwise, an NPC's health
+
+ is always equal to their target number. Some NPCs might have special reactions to or defenses against attacks that would
+-normally deal Speed damage or Intellect damage, but unless the NPC’s description specifically explains this, assume that
+-all damage is subtracted from the NPC’s health.
++normally deal Speed damage or Intellect damage, but unless the NPC's description specifically explains this, assume that
++all damage is subtracted from the NPC's health.
+
+ Naming Your NPCs: You might have noticed that in fairy tales, many characters —especially those of the lower or working
+-classes—don’t have a name beyond their title, position, or profession (or sometimes their marriage status). “The
+-Woodcutter,” “the Tailor,” “the Baker’s wife,” and so on. While you could follow suit and just call your NPC “the
+-Woodcutter,” most player characters are going to ask that person their name. It’s likely to break immersion if you throw
+-in a modern name, or if the NPC tries to explain that they don’t have one, they’re just called “the Woodcutter.” And if
++classes—don't have a name beyond their title, position, or profession (or sometimes their marriage status). "The
++Woodcutter," "the Tailor," "the Baker's wife," and so on. While you could follow suit and just call your NPC "the
++Woodcutter," most player characters are going to ask that person their name. It's likely to break immersion if you throw
++in a modern name, or if the NPC tries to explain that they don't have one, they're just called "the Woodcutter." And if
+ you call them all Jack, then no one (including you) will remember which one is which. Consider coming up with a list of
+-names ahead of time so that you’re always ready to give players something to call a new walk-on character.
++names ahead of time so that you're always ready to give players something to call a new walk-on character.
+
+ Aristocrat 4 (12)
+
+@@ -66967,11 +66967,11 @@
+ Modifications: Social engineering, persuasion, intimidation, and lying as level 6
+
+ Combat: Many aristocrats have had training in combat maneuvers, as is appropriate to their station. Others may wield
+-knives, scalpels, or butcher’s tools with precision.
++knives, scalpels, or butcher's tools with precision.
+
+ Interaction: Interaction with an aristocrat often starts out positive—after all, it is delightful to be in the glow of
+ someone so charming and powerful. For some, the interaction remains positive. A knight is just a knight. For others, a
+-sense of unease begins to settle in after a time, as if there’s something not quite right behind the facade.
++sense of unease begins to settle in after a time, as if there's something not quite right behind the facade.
+
+ Use: An aristocrat is about to marry and someone is worried about the safety of their future spouse. A knight is
+ outmatched by a dragon or other strong opponent and seeks someone to come to their aid.
+@@ -66979,7 +66979,7 @@
+ Loot: Most aristocrats have currency equal to a very expensive item, in addition to fine clothes or medium armor,
+ weapons, and miscellaneous items.
+
+-GM intrusions: The aristocrat’s house has a sentient door or lock that suddenly begins to yell about intruders.
++GM intrusions: The aristocrat's house has a sentient door or lock that suddenly begins to yell about intruders.
+
+ Child 1 (3)
+
+@@ -67005,13 +67005,13 @@
+ Combat: Most children fight only in response to being provoked, threatened, or attacked. They typically use makeshift
+ weapons, such as their fists, a stick, or a toy.
+
+-Interaction: Children are often smarter, more creative, and more wily than they’re given credit for. They may have a lot
+-of knowledge about nearby people, places, and activities that can help the PCs, particularly if there’s an exchange of
++Interaction: Children are often smarter, more creative, and more wily than they're given credit for. They may have a lot
++of knowledge about nearby people, places, and activities that can help the PCs, particularly if there's an exchange of
+ food, money, or other goodies involved.
+
+ Use: Someone or something is stealing children from the village, and the mayor is offering to pay a large sum to anyone
+ who tracks down the creature and rescues the children. One of the PCs catches a waif stealing from their pack in the
+-night; the child says they’ve been lost in the woods for days.
++night; the child says they've been lost in the woods for days.
+
+ Loot: Children typically have very little on their person, although they may have a special memento of their family or a
+ close friend.
+@@ -67024,7 +67024,7 @@
+ Crafter 2 (6)
+
+ Crafters include bakers, cobblers, candlemakers, butchers, millers, tailors, woodworkers, and cooks. While most crafters
+-aren’t particularly agile fighters, they are usually clever and strong, and have a number of familiar tools at their
++aren't particularly agile fighters, they are usually clever and strong, and have a number of familiar tools at their
+ disposal for weapons.
+
+ Motive: Defense
+@@ -67041,19 +67041,19 @@
+
+ Combat: Crafters are unlikely to initiate combat, as most just want to be left alone to do
+
+-their work (or to convince you to buy their wares). If they’re forced to fight, they will typically use any item they
+-have at hand (such as a rolling pin, butcher’s knife, crafting tool, or length of wood).
++their work (or to convince you to buy their wares). If they're forced to fight, they will typically use any item they
++have at hand (such as a rolling pin, butcher's knife, crafting tool, or length of wood).
+
+-Interaction: Most crafters are happy to talk about their craft or the objects that they’ve made and have for sale. They
++Interaction: Most crafters are happy to talk about their craft or the objects that they've made and have for sale. They
+ take pride in their work, and flattery and attention can go a long way.
+
+ Use: To the PCs, crafters can be allies, obstacles, or both. Being friends with a crafter often has obvious long-term
+ benefits, while stealing from them has short-term advantages (and possible long-term disadvantages).
+
+ Loot: A crafter has currency equivalent to an inexpensive item, as well as crafting tools and materials and anything
+-they’ve crafted that they’re carrying or wearing.
++they've crafted that they're carrying or wearing.
+
+-GM intrusion: The crafter uses their crafting tool in a way that the character didn’t anticipate, putting the character
++GM intrusion: The crafter uses their crafting tool in a way that the character didn't anticipate, putting the character
+ in a disadvantaged position.
+
+ Huntsman/Woodcutter 2 (6)
+@@ -67084,7 +67084,7 @@
+ When they take no action on a turn, their next attack inflicts twice the normal damage. Interaction: Many huntsmen and
+ woodcutters are motivated by a deep need to be loyal,
+
+-but they’re also soft of heart and have a strong moral center. If they’re tasked with
++but they're also soft of heart and have a strong moral center. If they're tasked with
+
+ something they deem unpalatable, they may forgo their promises and go rogue.
+
+@@ -67100,13 +67100,13 @@
+
+ Robber/Thief 4 (12)
+
+-Robbers, thieves, highwaymen, robin hoods—whatever name you call them, they want what you have, and they’re willing to
++Robbers, thieves, highwaymen, robin hoods—whatever name you call them, they want what you have, and they're willing to
+ get it any way they can. Some robbers are honorable, stealing only from the rich or the evil. Others will take anything
+-that isn’t nailed down or magically protected.
++that isn't nailed down or magically protected.
+
+-Robbers often travel in pairs or small groups of dedicated friends and fellow robbers. Motive: What’s yours is mine
++Robbers often travel in pairs or small groups of dedicated friends and fellow robbers. Motive: What's yours is mine
+
+-Environment: Anywhere there’s something to be stolen
++Environment: Anywhere there's something to be stolen
+
+ Health: 12
+
+@@ -67128,17 +67128,17 @@
+ Use: Robbers happen upon the place where the characters have made camp, and ask to join them. A group of robbers arrives
+ to steal a thing that the characters are just about to steal themselves.
+
+-Loot: Depending on whether they’ve just robbed someone or not, robbers may have anywhere from nothing (other than their
++Loot: Depending on whether they've just robbed someone or not, robbers may have anywhere from nothing (other than their
+ weapons and clothing) up to the currency equivalent of a very expensive item.
+
+-GM intrusion: The robber’s arrow manages to hit two foes in a single attack, or the robber shoots two arrows at multiple
++GM intrusion: The robber's arrow manages to hit two foes in a single attack, or the robber shoots two arrows at multiple
+ foes.
+
+ Scholar 2 (6)
+
+ Scholars might be librarians, sages, wise women, crones, experts, or soothsayers. Typically, scholars seek knowledge
+ above all else, and many also are willing to share it with others (sometimes for a price, sometimes just for the joy of
+-sharing knowledge). A scholar’s expertise might be general or specific—they may study the world at large or home in on a
++sharing knowledge). A scholar's expertise might be general or specific—they may study the world at large or home in on a
+ specific type of magic or fey being, for example.
+
+ Motive: Find answers, seek knowledge
+@@ -67153,13 +67153,13 @@
+
+ Modifications: Intuition, persuasion, detecting falsehoods, and most knowledge tasks as level 4
+
+-Combat: Scholars prefer to avoid a fight. If they must fight, a scholar tries to deduce a foe’s
++Combat: Scholars prefer to avoid a fight. If they must fight, a scholar tries to deduce a foe's
+
+-weaknesses (if any) and exploit them in combat. Some scholars might have learned spells or abilities from those they’ve
++weaknesses (if any) and exploit them in combat. Some scholars might have learned spells or abilities from those they've
+ studied. Others might be examining a useful cypher or artifact, and will use it on their attackers.
+
+-Interaction: Most scholars are helpful and full of information (whether or not it’s useful or true information varies
+-from scholar to scholar). What they don’t know, they may be willing to learn or study, if given the proper tools and
++Interaction: Most scholars are helpful and full of information (whether or not it's useful or true information varies
++from scholar to scholar). What they don't know, they may be willing to learn or study, if given the proper tools and
+ incentive. However, some scholars are secretive, hoarding their knowledge for their own personal uses.
+
+ Use: Scholars can be incredible allies, offering clues, hints, and information that can help the characters. However,
+@@ -67183,8 +67183,8 @@
+
+ Manifest Cypher Forms
+
+-The form a manifest cypher takes— such as a potion or scroll—doesn’t affect its abilities at all. A potion that eases
+-the user’s next task by three steps is functionally identical to a magical scroll that does the same thing. The only
++The form a manifest cypher takes— such as a potion or scroll—doesn't affect its abilities at all. A potion that eases
++the user's next task by three steps is functionally identical to a magical scroll that does the same thing. The only
+ difference is the look and feel (campaign flavor) in the story.
+
+ Example Modern Fantasy Cyphers
+@@ -67227,7 +67227,7 @@
+ | 47-48 | Instant delivery |
+ | 49-50 | Instant motorcycle |
+ | 51-52 | Lie to me |
+-| 53 | Light ‘em up |
++| 53 | Light 'em up |
+ | 54-55 | Lucky charm |
+ | 56-57 | Magic aura tracker |
+ | 58 | Malware cyphers |
+@@ -67258,20 +67258,20 @@
+ | 92 | Time ticket |
+ | 93 | Tunnel traverser |
+ | 94-95 | What the doctor ordered |
+-| 96-97 | Who’s looking |
++| 96-97 | Who's looking |
+ | 98 | Wire wraith |
+ | 99 | Wrecking balls |
+-| 00 | You’re safe now |
++| 00 | You're safe now |
+
+ APPS AS CYPHERS
+
+ Apps are a great cypher option for modern, urban settings. The character will need a working device, such as a cell
+-phone or a cloud storage artifact, to buy, download, or otherwise gain apps. However, in most cases the device doesn’t
+-need to be working to activate the app. Draining the device’s battery or turning it off doesn’t affect the app or
+-someone’s ability to use it. (Breaking the device, losing it, or having it stolen might be another matter.)
++phone or a cloud storage artifact, to buy, download, or otherwise gain apps. However, in most cases the device doesn't
++need to be working to activate the app. Draining the device's battery or turning it off doesn't affect the app or
++someone's ability to use it. (Breaking the device, losing it, or having it stolen might be another matter.)
+
+ Because each app is a unique magical item (meaning only one exists in the world, unlike a regular app, which can be
+-downloaded by everyone who wants it), they’re harder to find than regular apps. Instead, you likely need to purchase one
++downloaded by everyone who wants it), they're harder to find than regular apps. Instead, you likely need to purchase one
+ directly from the person who created it. Some campaign settings might have physical app stores, while others might
+ require clandestine trades, electronic thievery, or some other means of securing the app. In other settings, an app
+ might be something you download into a modified body part or integrated piece of hardware.
+@@ -67283,7 +67283,7 @@
+ Form: App, battery, bone
+
+ Effect: Powers a single device for a day. The device can be as simple as a cell phone or as complex as a jet airplane,
+-as long as the device’s power requirement is equal to or less than the cypher level. In general, something like a cell
++as long as the device's power requirement is equal to or less than the cypher level. In general, something like a cell
+ phone is a level 1 power requirement, a boat engine is a level 5 power requirement, and a jet airplane is a level 10
+ power requirement.
+
+@@ -67295,9 +67295,9 @@
+
+ Effect: Allows the user to take anything driven by an algorithm (such as video and music services, social media, search
+ engines, and so on) and use it to divine the future. If the user spends one roundstudying the algorithm, then for a
+-number of rounds equal to the cypher level, they gain limited precognition and can predict what’s going to happen next.
+-They gain an asset on initiative tasks and all defense rolls. In addition, they can warn their friends of what’s coming,
+-and ease their friends’ next action.
++number of rounds equal to the cypher level, they gain limited precognition and can predict what's going to happen next.
++They gain an asset on initiative tasks and all defense rolls. In addition, they can warn their friends of what's coming,
++and ease their friends' next action.
+
+ Ambiance
+
+@@ -67349,18 +67349,18 @@
+ Form: App, mug, charm
+
+ Effect: The user picks someone they know, and that person will have their favorite morning beverage delivered to them at
+-their bedside at the exact moment they are ready for it. The user doesn’t need to know their chosen person’s favorite
++their bedside at the exact moment they are ready for it. The user doesn't need to know their chosen person's favorite
+ beverage, their location, or when they will wish for it—the magic takes care of it.
+
+ Borrowed Familiar
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Form: Feather, cat’s whisker, figurine of a dog
++Form: Feather, cat's whisker, figurine of a dog
+
+ Effect: Activating the cypher creates a living version of the creature it represented. This creature is actually the
+-clone of another magic user’s familiar that was stored in the object. For the next day per cypher level, the creature
+-becomes the user’s temporary familiar, providing an asset to all magic-related actions (including defense actions). The
++clone of another magic user's familiar that was stored in the object. For the next day per cypher level, the creature
++becomes the user's temporary familiar, providing an asset to all magic-related actions (including defense actions). The
+ creature cannot be harmed, but at the end of its time, it fades away.
+
+ Brain Overclock
+@@ -67369,7 +67369,7 @@
+
+ Form: App, mushroom, hair clip
+
+-Effect: Amplifies the user’s mental abilities so their senses are keener and their brain works far beyond its normal
++Effect: Amplifies the user's mental abilities so their senses are keener and their brain works far beyond its normal
+ capacity.
+
+ Roll for effect:
+@@ -67389,7 +67389,7 @@
+
+ Form: App, candle, bones
+
+-Effect: Covers and destroys the user’s trail in such a way that it makes them very hard to follow. This might include
++Effect: Covers and destroys the user's trail in such a way that it makes them very hard to follow. This might include
+ covering their scent, destroying ladders or bridges, creating face-recognition distortion, blurring their license plate,
+ or establishing a false trail. Anyone attempting to follow or track them for one day per cypher level finds their
+ actions hindered by two steps.
+@@ -67401,7 +67401,7 @@
+ Form: Key fob, charm, hair clip
+
+ Effect: Creates or transforms into a basic mobile phone that can make and receive telephone calls and text messages like
+-a prepaid phone. Calls and texts made from this phone appear as “UNKNOWN CALLER” with the number obscured; once
++a prepaid phone. Calls and texts made from this phone appear as "UNKNOWN CALLER" with the number obscured; once
+ contacted, the recipient can call or text this phone like any other phone. The phone uses normal (prepaid) cellular
+ connections, but has no internet access or other functions other than sending and receiving calls and texts.
+
+@@ -67416,7 +67416,7 @@
+ Form: Oil, moss, granny square
+
+ Effect: When activated, it cloaks the user in what looks like a handmade wrap, such as a shawl, scarf, or cloak, for an
+-hour per cypher level. During that time, the user’s crafting-related tasks are eased, and everything they craft is one
++hour per cypher level. During that time, the user's crafting-related tasks are eased, and everything they craft is one
+ level higher than it normally would be. In addition, the user can find up to two ingredients they need (up to the level
+ of the cypher) in the pockets of the cloak.
+
+@@ -67470,7 +67470,7 @@
+
+ Form: Carved figure, bones, building blocks
+
+-Effect: Creates the semblance of a being of the user’s choice, such as a human who walks beside them, a bird that sits
++Effect: Creates the semblance of a being of the user's choice, such as a human who walks beside them, a bird that sits
+ on their shoulders, or a robot, to act as their shield in social situations. The first time they would take damage from
+ a mental attack, the being absorbs that damage (up to the cypher level) and reflects it back onto the attacker; the user
+ makes an Intellect-based attack roll for this reflected damage. After that, the being disappears.
+@@ -67493,7 +67493,7 @@
+ Form: App, pocket handkerchief, lapel pin
+
+ Effect: When activated, the ward protects the user, their items, and their devices from any attempts at scrying,
+-electromagnetic surveillance, and similar observation whose level is equal to or less than the cypher’s for ten minutes
++electromagnetic surveillance, and similar observation whose level is equal to or less than the cypher's for ten minutes
+ per cypher level.
+
+ Fey Collar
+@@ -67502,7 +67502,7 @@
+
+ Form: Collar, knitted scarf, necklace
+
+-Effect: When placed around a creature’s neck, the collar locks and prevents the wearer from using magic of any kind (up
++Effect: When placed around a creature's neck, the collar locks and prevents the wearer from using magic of any kind (up
+ to the level of the cypher). If the creature is a PC, each time they try to use magic they must succeed at an
+ Intellect-based roll against the cypher level; otherwise that attempt is blocked. The collar lasts for ten minutes per
+ cypher level and then disintegrates.
+@@ -67513,7 +67513,7 @@
+
+ Form: Spray paint, feather, lipstick
+
+-Effect: Allows the user to leave their tag on someone else’s graffiti, painting, or public artwork. The tag includes a
++Effect: Allows the user to leave their tag on someone else's graffiti, painting, or public artwork. The tag includes a
+ spoken message up to twenty words long and is invisible except to the creature the user designates. That creature can
+ touch the tag and hear the entirety of the message.
+
+@@ -67543,9 +67543,9 @@
+
+ Form: App, feather, balloon
+
+-Effect: The user no longer has to follow gravity’s laws. For one minute per cypher level, they can walk (or crawl or
++Effect: The user no longer has to follow gravity's laws. For one minute per cypher level, they can walk (or crawl or
+ run) on steep inclines and horizontal surfaces (such as walls and cliffs) as if they were on flat ground. When using
+-this ability, “down” for them is either the surface they are walking on or the normal orientation of gravity (their
++this ability, "down" for them is either the surface they are walking on or the normal orientation of gravity (their
+ choice).
+
+ Great Hair Day
+@@ -67554,7 +67554,7 @@
+
+ Form: Hair clip, twigs, bones
+
+-Effect: When activated, the cypher makes the user’s hair look like it did on their best hair day ever. For the next 24
++Effect: When activated, the cypher makes the user's hair look like it did on their best hair day ever. For the next 24
+ hours, they have an asset in all confidence-based actions, social and otherwise.
+
+ Growwell
+@@ -67563,7 +67563,7 @@
+
+ Form: Herbs, seed packet, bouquet of flowers
+
+-Effect: Causes a garden to sprout in any immediate area. The garden is self-sustaining and doesn’t need soil, sun, or
++Effect: Causes a garden to sprout in any immediate area. The garden is self-sustaining and doesn't need soil, sun, or
+ water. It includes flowers, vegetables, and herbs, and lasts for a number of months equal to the cypher level.
+
+ Handwave
+@@ -67583,11 +67583,11 @@
+ Effect: The user chooses a word or short phrase when activating this cypher. For an hour per cypher level, that word
+ will glow when they encounter it in their environment in a way that only they can perceive, allowing them to pick it out
+ from its surroundings easily. This glow will appear around the word itself as well as symbols and objects. For example,
+-if they choose “apple,” they will sense a glow around the word in print, around an actual apple, and around the symbol
+-of an apple logo on a computer. This doesn’t extend their range of vision farther than they can normally see.
++if they choose "apple," they will sense a glow around the word in print, around an actual apple, and around the symbol
++of an apple logo on a computer. This doesn't extend their range of vision farther than they can normally see.
+
+ This cypher adjusts to be beneficial to the user. For example, if a non-sighted character uses hashtag, the cypher might
+-create a sound or sensation around the chosen word rather than a glow, or the glow might be visible in their mind’s eye
++create a sound or sensation around the chosen word rather than a glow, or the glow might be visible in their mind's eye
+ instead.
+
+ Here All Along
+@@ -67615,7 +67615,7 @@
+ > station wagon, generic van, panel truck, or SUV. In some settings, local laws might require these temporary magical
+ > vehicles to have a specific color or text to easily identify them as such, including a unique license plate that can
+ > be tracked like any registered vehicle. Likewise, an instant motorcycle cypher creates a functional but not
+-> particularly “sexy” motorbike.
++> particularly "sexy" motorbike.
+
+ Instant Delivery
+
+@@ -67624,8 +67624,8 @@
+ Form: App, feather, stamp
+
+ Effect: Allows the user to have a letter, small package, or any object up to about 10 pounds (4.5 kg) delivered almost
+-instantaneously to someone. If the object is dangerous, such as a bomb, the recipient’s level must be equal to or less
+-than the cypher’s. The user must know the person’s name and at least one small fact about them, but doesn’t need to know
++instantaneously to someone. If the object is dangerous, such as a bomb, the recipient's level must be equal to or less
++than the cypher's. The user must know the person's name and at least one small fact about them, but doesn't need to know
+ their location. Within a round of having left the user, the package will arrive within a short distance of the
+ recipient.
+
+@@ -67649,15 +67649,15 @@
+ Effect: Once activated and worn, allows the user to see through all deceptions, mirages, and illusions (up to the level
+ of the cypher) for a day. Also provides the user with an asset on lying, cheating, illusions, and other deception tasks.
+
+-Light ‘Em Up
++Light 'Em Up
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 4
+
+ Form: Laser light pointer, pair of glasses, key fob
+
+-Effect: Activating the cypher causes a powerful beam of magic light to erupt from the user’s body part they choose. The
++Effect: Activating the cypher causes a powerful beam of magic light to erupt from the user's body part they choose. The
+ beam stretches a short range and inflicts damage equal to the cypher level. It affects even creatures (such as ghosts
+-and vampires) that normally can’t be harmed by mundane weapons. Once activated, the weapon is active for ten minutes.
++and vampires) that normally can't be harmed by mundane weapons. Once activated, the weapon is active for ten minutes.
+
+ Lucky Charm
+
+@@ -67666,7 +67666,7 @@
+ Form: Worry stone, fuzzy dice, deck of cards
+
+ Effect: Rubbing the lucky charm draws a tiny bit of luck away from someone else and gives it to the user, causing
+-something to happen that makes the user’s next action a little easier. This might be a friend showing up, a tool
++something to happen that makes the user's next action a little easier. This might be a friend showing up, a tool
+ appearing just where the user needs it, or the traffic lights changing to green just as the user arrives. Effectively,
+ using this cypher grants the player a player intrusion without having to spend 1 XP.
+
+@@ -67676,7 +67676,7 @@
+
+ Form: App, bus ticket, 3D glasses
+
+-Effect: User can view the cypher’s symbols to see if the ambient power of magic in the area is normal, high (increased
++Effect: User can view the cypher's symbols to see if the ambient power of magic in the area is normal, high (increased
+ capabilities or prone to disruptive surges), low (decreased effects or scarcity), or absent. It can also be configured
+ to display power levels for individual kinds of magic (fire, necromancy, illusion) separately from the standard
+ readings. This lasts for five hours per cypher level.
+@@ -67687,7 +67687,7 @@
+
+ Form: Worry stone, pen, figurine
+
+-Effect: Helps take on some of the user’s mental loads for the next day, including creating shopping lists, organizing
++Effect: Helps take on some of the user's mental loads for the next day, including creating shopping lists, organizing
+ the calendar, project management, working on spells, and decision making. During this time, the user gains +1 to their
+ Intellect Edge and +5 to their Intellect Pool (+7 to their Intellect Pool if the cypher is level 9 or higher).
+
+@@ -67697,10 +67697,10 @@
+
+ Form: Candle, charm, 3D glasses
+
+-Effect: For one willing target (including the user), the user can alter a negative memory into one that’s mor positive.
++Effect: For one willing target (including the user), the user can alter a negative memory into one that's mor positive.
+ Altering the memory takes a few rounds, depending on the intricacy and difficulty of the memory. Once the memory is
+ altered, it remains that way for a day. During that time, the target gains +5 to their Intellect Pool and all tasks
+-involving the memory (such as talking to the person the memory’s about) are eased.
++involving the memory (such as talking to the person the memory's about) are eased.
+
+ Next You
+
+@@ -67709,7 +67709,7 @@
+ Form: Comb, mirror, hair pin
+
+ Effect: Activating the cypher brings up a magical avatar of the user. The user can alter all parts of their avatar,
+-include hair color and style, clothing, jewelry, makeup, gender, height, and so on. After one round, the changes they’ve
++include hair color and style, clothing, jewelry, makeup, gender, height, and so on. After one round, the changes they've
+ made to the avatar are made to their own body. The effect lasts for one hour per cypher level.
+
+ No Take Backs
+@@ -67730,8 +67730,8 @@
+ Form: App, stone, key fob
+
+ Effect: The next time the user attempts to pickpocket someone, they automatically succeed against a target whose level
+-is equal to or less than the cypher’s, and they gain an asset to their task against targets whose level is higher than
+-the cypher’s. In addition to the items the target has in their pocket, the user gains a random cypher (of a level equal
++is equal to or less than the cypher's, and they gain an asset to their task against targets whose level is higher than
++the cypher's. In addition to the items the target has in their pocket, the user gains a random cypher (of a level equal
+ to or less than the level of the pickpocket cypher).
+
+ Pocket Protector
+@@ -67741,7 +67741,7 @@
+ Form: Metal flask, flip lighter, book
+
+ Effect: If the user is shot with a bullet, arrow, or other projectile, the cypher just happens to be in the right place
+-to protect them from all damage. Unlike a standard cypher, this protective effect occurs without the user’s action to
++to protect them from all damage. Unlike a standard cypher, this protective effect occurs without the user's action to
+ activate it. Once used to protect against one attack chosen by the user, the cypher turns to dust.
+
+ Portal Stone
+@@ -67823,7 +67823,7 @@
+
+ Form: App, playing card, ticket
+
+-Effect: When placed against any form of ID, such as a driver’s license, birth certificate, or passport, the cypher
++Effect: When placed against any form of ID, such as a driver's license, birth certificate, or passport, the cypher
+ instantly transforms into a perfect copy of that ID, including photos, watermarks, and any other identifying or
+ verifying features. The duplicate lasts for a number of days equal to the cypher level.
+
+@@ -67834,8 +67834,8 @@
+ Form: Remote control, bullet, needle and thread
+
+ Effect: Repairs a single device or machine of any kind (up to the level of the cypher) once. This could work on an
+-artifact, a computer, a piece of lab equipment, a mechanical cider press, a furnace, and so on. The user doesn’t need
+-any knowledge of the machine or what’s wrong with it, but they must be able to touch the machine and continue to do so
++artifact, a computer, a piece of lab equipment, a mechanical cider press, a furnace, and so on. The user doesn't need
++any knowledge of the machine or what's wrong with it, but they must be able to touch the machine and continue to do so
+ for the length of the repair. The repair takes one minute per level of the machine.
+
+ Safe Space
+@@ -67849,7 +67849,7 @@
+ time, no one and nothing outside the space can see, hear, or interact with the user in any way, nor can they see, hear,
+ or interact with anything outside their safe space. While in their safe space, they restore a number
+
+-of points equal to the cypher level, distributing them as they see fit among their Pools. When they return, it’s as
++of points equal to the cypher level, distributing them as they see fit among their Pools. When they return, it's as
+ though they never went away and no time has passed. They can remain in the space for up to one hour per cypher level.
+
+ Screen Control
+@@ -67877,9 +67877,9 @@
+
+ Form: Egg, battery, cross-stitch square
+
+-Effect: Brings a dead creature whose level is equal to or less than the cypher’s back to life for ten minutes per cypher
++Effect: Brings a dead creature whose level is equal to or less than the cypher's back to life for ten minutes per cypher
+ level. PCs are automatically brought back for the duration. The creature is exactly as they were in life, with the same
+-stats, personality, knowledge, and so on, but only has 2 points of health or Might. If the creature’s health or Might
++stats, personality, knowledge, and so on, but only has 2 points of health or Might. If the creature's health or Might
+ Pool is healed to full in some way during this time, they return to life permanently, but with a 3-point reduction in
+ their maximum health or Might Pool.
+
+@@ -67889,7 +67889,7 @@
+
+ Form: Nail polish, glove, stick
+
+-Effect: Upon activating the cypher, the user’s hand crackles with power and noise. They emit a concussive blast at a
++Effect: Upon activating the cypher, the user's hand crackles with power and noise. They emit a concussive blast at a
+ single foe within long range, inflicting 3 points of damage, knocking them prone, and stunning them for a number of
+ rounds equal to the cypher level.
+
+@@ -67899,7 +67899,7 @@
+
+ Form: Crayon, chalk, lipstick
+
+-Effect: The user spends a few rounds drawing a map of somewhere they’re trying to get to. Even if the map is not the
++Effect: The user spends a few rounds drawing a map of somewhere they're trying to get to. Even if the map is not the
+ least bit accurate, they will sense a thread of magic leading them to their desired destination. If the place they seek
+ is hidden, they must make an Intellect roll against its level to see if they succeed (the cypher provides an asset). The
+ thread lasts for one day per cypher level or until they reach their destination, whichever is sooner.
+@@ -67919,11 +67919,11 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 4
+
+-Form: Bird’s nest, remote control, building block
++Form: Bird's nest, remote control, building block
+
+ Effect: A short area within immediate range of the user becomes warded against any teleportation effect or other ability
+ that allows travel without direct physical movement (including abilities specifically meant to get around obstacles,
+-such as Bypass Barrier). Any creature whose level is less than the cypher level can’t use these methods to get in or
++such as Bypass Barrier). Any creature whose level is less than the cypher level can't use these methods to get in or
+ out. Player characters using such abilities must succeed at an Intellect-based task with a difficulty equal to the
+ cypher level in order to enter or leave the area. The block lasts for one day per cypher level.
+
+@@ -67935,7 +67935,7 @@
+
+ Effect: The user chooses any window they can see, and they are able to look through it as if they were standing right in
+ front of it. The window does not need to be transparent, the user does not need to stay in sight of the window after
+-they choose it, and no one else can perceive what they’re doing. While they are looking through the window, they can
++they choose it, and no one else can perceive what they're doing. While they are looking through the window, they can
+ wink to change their vision back to their current location, then wink again to return to the window. The effect lasts
+ for ten minutes per cypher level or until they choose to end it.
+
+@@ -67947,7 +67947,7 @@
+
+ Effect: For the next day, no matter what time the user leaves or what hurdles they encounter, they will arrive exactly
+ on time for the event, ride, or other activity. Busses and planes will not leave without them, the play or movie will
+-not start until they arrive, and they’ll meet people exactly when they said they would. (Note that this doesn’t change
++not start until they arrive, and they'll meet people exactly when they said they would. (Note that this doesn't change
+ how the user gets there— they may still sit in traffic forever or get stuck in the security line.) Their traveling
+ companions, if any, enjoy the same benefit as long as they stick with the user.
+
+@@ -67969,10 +67969,10 @@
+
+ Form: Potion, herbs, candle
+
+-Effect: Restores a number of points equal to the cypher level to the user’s choice of Pools. In addition, the user adds
++Effect: Restores a number of points equal to the cypher level to the user's choice of Pools. In addition, the user adds
+ +3 to their next recovery roll.
+
+-Who’s Looking
++Who's Looking
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+@@ -67988,7 +67988,7 @@
+
+ Form: Wire, broken electronics, phone charger
+
+-Effect: Activating the cypher creates a large wraithlike being that looks as if it’s formed from wire. The wraith is a
++Effect: Activating the cypher creates a large wraithlike being that looks as if it's formed from wire. The wraith is a
+ level 4 incorporeal construct that inflicts 4 points of electrical damage (ignores Armor) with its touch when directed.
+ While the construct persists, the user can use it to slip through small areas, carry an electrical current, or attack
+ foes. It lasts for a number of rounds equal to the cypher level.
+@@ -68003,7 +68003,7 @@
+ then slams into targets within long range chosen by the user. The impact of each ball does 2 points of ambient damage
+ (ignores Armor). If the same foe is hit by two or more balls, they are also knocked prone for one round.
+
+-You’re Safe Now
++You're Safe Now
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+@@ -68021,28 +68021,28 @@
+
+ Form: App
+
+-Effect: Adds +1 to the user’s Intellect Edge (+2 for cypher level 5 or higher) for the next 24 hours, but only for the
++Effect: Adds +1 to the user's Intellect Edge (+2 for cypher level 5 or higher) for the next 24 hours, but only for the
+ purpose of casting spells.
+
+ When the cypher is activated, the user attracts the attention of a malevolent internet d@emon, who slides into their
+-internet-connected devices and starts draining their magic. The d@emon remains even after the cypher’s duration expires.
++internet-connected devices and starts draining their magic. The d@emon remains even after the cypher's duration expires.
+
+ Malware Cyphers
+
+ EasyMagic.app has a beneficial effect, but also a serious drawback—it attracts a hostile creature to prey upon the
+-user’s magic. The cypher is significantly better than a typical Edge-augmenting cypher like an Intellect booster
++user's magic. The cypher is significantly better than a typical Edge-augmenting cypher like an Intellect booster
+ (lasting 24 hours instead of one hour) in order to trick a naive or greedy character into activating it. Magicians
+ well-versed in cypher lore (and human nature) recognize that this sort of thing is too good to be true.
+
+ The GM should feel free to create similar kinds of malware app cyphers that are somewhat better than the standard ones
+ in this chapter or in the Cypher System Rulebook, and give them a harmful side effect. Example malware cypher benefits
+ are curatives that add more points or affect two Pools at once, Effort enhancers that can be used two or more times in
+-an hour, and perfections that don’t require an action to activate (and therefore can affect a roll on the same turn the
++an hour, and perfections that don't require an action to activate (and therefore can affect a roll on the same turn the
+ user activates the cypher).
+
+-Example malware cypher drawbacks are hindering the user’s attack spells, debiting the user’s bank account, monitoring
+-the user’s in-person or magical communications, deleting the user’s other magical app cyphers, compelling the user to
+-take a specific action, “locking” one of the user’s spells until they pay a ransom, accessing private data such as
++Example malware cypher drawbacks are hindering the user's attack spells, debiting the user's bank account, monitoring
++the user's in-person or magical communications, deleting the user's other magical app cyphers, compelling the user to
++take a specific action, "locking" one of the user's spells until they pay a ransom, accessing private data such as
+ passwords or photos, and so on.
+
+ Other common malware cypher names are WarlockAntivirus, SpellManager, HexCleaner, TomeBot, and ScryBlocker.
+@@ -68087,8 +68087,8 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+-Effect: This cypher eases the user’s next difficult, formidable, or impossible power stunt task by four steps (eased by
+-five steps if the cypher is level 7 or higher). It has no effect on power stunts that don’t require a successful power
++Effect: This cypher eases the user's next difficult, formidable, or impossible power stunt task by four steps (eased by
++five steps if the cypher is level 7 or higher). It has no effect on power stunts that don't require a successful power
+ stunt task.
+
+ FANTASY CYPHERS
+@@ -68099,16 +68099,16 @@
+ or rewards for their adventures and exploits.
+
+ MIXING SUBTLE AND MANIFEST CYPHERS
+-There’s no reason why a fantasy campaign can’t use manifest cyphers and subtle cyphers. In this setup, manifest cyphers
++There's no reason why a fantasy campaign can't use manifest cyphers and subtle cyphers. In this setup, manifest cyphers
+ are the tangible objects found in treasure hoards, and subtle cyphers represent good fortune, the blessings of the gods,
+ and other coincidences that benefit the characters.
+
+ CYPHER FORMS
+
+-What form a manifest cypher takes— such as a potion or scroll—doesn’t affect its abilities at all. A potion that eases
+-the user’s next task by three steps is functionally identical to a magical scroll that does the same thing.
++What form a manifest cypher takes— such as a potion or scroll—doesn't affect its abilities at all. A potion that eases
++the user's next task by three steps is functionally identical to a magical scroll that does the same thing.
+
+-To randomly determine a manifest cypher’s form, roll on the following table.
++To randomly determine a manifest cypher's form, roll on the following table.
+
+ | d100 | Cypher Form |
+ |-------|--------------------|
+@@ -68176,23 +68176,23 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+-Effect: The user gains Armor against acid damage equal to the cypher’s level for one hour.
++Effect: The user gains Armor against acid damage equal to the cypher's level for one hour.
+
+ ANIMAL CONTROL
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+ Effect: To activate the cypher, the user must succeed on an Intellect attack against a beast whose level does not exceed
+-the cypher’s level. If successful, the beast immediately becomes calm. The beast awaits the user’s commands and carries
+-out all orders to the best of its ability. The target remains so enslaved for a number of hours equal to the cypher’s
+-level minus the target’s level. (If the result is 0, the target is enslaved for only one minute.) The beast could attack
++the cypher's level. If successful, the beast immediately becomes calm. The beast awaits the user's commands and carries
++out all orders to the best of its ability. The target remains so enslaved for a number of hours equal to the cypher's
++level minus the target's level. (If the result is 0, the target is enslaved for only one minute.) The beast could attack
+ or defend, a dog could follow a scent or retrieve an object, a badger could dig a hole, and so on.
+
+-The cypher doesn’t give the user any special ability to understand the target or perceive through its senses. For
+-example, the user can command an eagle to fly above a group of enemies, but the eagle can’t describe what it sees and
+-the user can’t look through its eyes.
++The cypher doesn't give the user any special ability to understand the target or perceive through its senses. For
++example, the user can command an eagle to fly above a group of enemies, but the eagle can't describe what it sees and
++the user can't look through its eyes.
+
+-“Beast” in this sense refers to creatures of animal-level intelligence and may include unintelligent magical creatures
++"Beast" in this sense refers to creatures of animal-level intelligence and may include unintelligent magical creatures
+ like basilisks, pegasi, and so on.
+
+ BEAST SHAPE
+@@ -68200,20 +68200,20 @@
+ Level: 1d6
+
+ Effect: The user transforms into a specific kind of animal, such as a bear, hawk, horse, or wolf (the kind of animal is
+-determined by the cypher’s creator). The user gains the animal’s type of movement (swimming for a fish, flying for a
++determined by the cypher's creator). The user gains the animal's type of movement (swimming for a fish, flying for a
+ bird, and so on) and two assets on tasks to pretend to be that animal. The user also gains an asset on one skill
+ appropriate to their animal form (or two skills for cypher level 5 and higher). See the Animal Form Minor Abilities
+ table.
+
+-The magic shrinks or enlarges the user to a size more suitable for their animal form, but generally can’t make them more
+-than about 50 percent smaller or larger, so the user might become an unusually large bird or a small bear. This doesn’t
+-affect the animal’s abilities. The user can still use all of their abilities that don’t rely specifically on their
+-normal form. For example, an Adept in wolf form can’t wield a dagger because wolves don’t have hands, but could still
++The magic shrinks or enlarges the user to a size more suitable for their animal form, but generally can't make them more
++than about 50 percent smaller or larger, so the user might become an unusually large bird or a small bear. This doesn't
++affect the animal's abilities. The user can still use all of their abilities that don't rely specifically on their
++normal form. For example, an Adept in wolf form can't wield a dagger because wolves don't have hands, but could still
+ use a healing power or mind blast ability.
+
+ After about an hour, the user returns to their normal form.
+
+-Depending on the cypher, the user might still be able to speak in a humanoid language, talk in a “language” of animal
++Depending on the cypher, the user might still be able to speak in a humanoid language, talk in a "language" of animal
+ noises that other transformed people can understand perfectly, speak with animals of the same kind, or none of the
+ above.
+
+@@ -68221,20 +68221,20 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+-Effect: The user gains Armor against cold damage equal to the cypher’s level for one hour.
++Effect: The user gains Armor against cold damage equal to the cypher's level for one hour.
+
+ DEMON WARD
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher’s level against damage from demons, devils, and similar
++Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher's level against damage from demons, devils, and similar
+ malevolent creatures.
+
+ DRAGON WARD
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher’s level against damage from dragons, wyverns, and similar
++Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher's level against damage from dragons, wyverns, and similar
+ magical reptilian creatures.
+
+ In a typical fantasy campaign, a demon is a supernatural being from another dimension or plane of existence.
+@@ -68243,7 +68243,7 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+-Effect: The user gains Armor against electricity damage equal to the cypher’s level for one hour.
++Effect: The user gains Armor against electricity damage equal to the cypher's level for one hour.
+
+ ELEMENTAL CONJURATION
+
+@@ -68263,7 +68263,7 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+-Effect: The user gains Armor against fire damage equal to the cypher’s level for one hour.
++Effect: The user gains Armor against fire damage equal to the cypher's level for one hour.
+
+ GIANT SIZE
+
+@@ -68294,7 +68294,7 @@
+
+ Effect: Creates a simple, squat stone tower with a door, three arrow slits, and a ceiling hatch leading to the roof. The
+ tower is 10 feet (3 m) square and 12 feet (4 m) tall. If the cypher level is 7 or higher, the tower also has a second
+-story (with four arrow slits), increasing its total height to 20 feet (6 m). If there isn’t sufficient room for the
++story (with four arrow slits), increasing its total height to 20 feet (6 m). If there isn't sufficient room for the
+ tower to reach its full size, it fills the available space, but its appearance and growth does not apply any force or
+ pressure against the confining surfaces.
+
+@@ -68304,7 +68304,7 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher’s level against damage from werewolves and other
++Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher's level against damage from werewolves and other
+ lycanthropes.
+
+ Lycanthrope: Formally, a human who can transform into a wolf. Informally, a human who can transform into an animal, such
+@@ -68314,7 +68314,7 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+-Effect: Locks or unlocks any one door, portal, chest, or other lockable item of the cypher’s level or lower. The
++Effect: Locks or unlocks any one door, portal, chest, or other lockable item of the cypher's level or lower. The
+ targeted item must have a keyhole for the cypher to work.
+
+ > Legends speak of the Ultimate Key, which can open any lock, even those sealed by a god.
+@@ -68323,7 +68323,7 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+-Effect: The user gains Armor against poison damage equal to the cypher’s level for one hour.
++Effect: The user gains Armor against poison damage equal to the cypher's level for one hour.
+
+ RESTORATIVE AURA
+
+@@ -68339,7 +68339,7 @@
+ Level: 1d6 + 1
+
+ Effect: The user can read the surface thoughts of a creature within short range that they can see, even if the target
+-doesn’t want them to. Once the user has established contact, they can read the target’s thoughts for up to one minute
++doesn't want them to. Once the user has established contact, they can read the target's thoughts for up to one minute
+ per cypher level.
+
+ TINY SIZE
+@@ -68359,7 +68359,7 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher’s level against damage from skeletons, zombies, ghosts,
++Effect: For one hour, the user gains Armor equal to the cypher's level against damage from skeletons, zombies, ghosts,
+ vampires, and other undead creatures.
+
+ WALKING CORPSE
+@@ -68368,7 +68368,7 @@
+
+ Effect: Animates a corpse as a level 1 (or level 2 for cypher level 5 and higher) undead skeleton or zombie, depending
+ on the condition of the body. The corpse can be no larger than a typical human. The animated corpse has none of the
+-intelligence, memories, or special abilities that it had in life. The creature follows the user’s verbal commands for
++intelligence, memories, or special abilities that it had in life. The creature follows the user's verbal commands for
+ one hour, after which it becomes an inert corpse. Unless the creature is killed by damage, the user can reanimate it
+ again when its time expires, but any damage it had when it became inert applies to its newly reanimated state.
+
+@@ -68384,8 +68384,8 @@
+ be completely normal.
+
+ For your convenience, the cyphers have been organized into lists by horror genre or theme so you can randomly roll for
+-something appropriate to your game without getting one that doesn’t apply (such as a cypher against vampires in an alien
+-invasion horror game). If you’re running a game that mixes several genres, switch between lists each time you need to
++something appropriate to your game without getting one that doesn't apply (such as a cypher against vampires in an alien
++invasion horror game). If you're running a game that mixes several genres, switch between lists each time you need to
+ award a new manifest cypher.
+
+ ALIEN CYPHERS
+@@ -68581,7 +68581,7 @@
+
+ Form: Device, injection, or pill
+
+-Effect: If used on a beast whose level is less than the cypher level, this enhances connections in the beast’s brain so
++Effect: If used on a beast whose level is less than the cypher level, this enhances connections in the beast's brain so
+ it attains near-human intelligence and sapience, and gains a basic understanding of one specific language keyed to the
+ cypher. The beast remembers its prior, simpler existence and understands that it has been made smarter. This
+ transformation lasts for one day per cypher level, and then the beast reverts to its normal self slowly over the same
+@@ -68601,7 +68601,7 @@
+ Form: Device, injection, or pill
+
+ Effect: If used on a beast of no larger than human size whose level is less than the cypher level, this radically alters
+-the beast’s shape so it resembles a human being. The beast-human still thinks and acts like a beast, but it looks like a
++the beast's shape so it resembles a human being. The beast-human still thinks and acts like a beast, but it looks like a
+ human and can perform actions using its human dexterity (such as turning a doorknob or walking upright). This
+ transformation lasts for one day
+
+@@ -68626,8 +68626,8 @@
+
+ Form: Injection or potion
+
+-Effect: Brings a dead creature’s head (but not the body) back to life for a limited time as an undead creature. The
+-cypher can be used up to an hour before or after death (in anticipation of dying or in response to someone’s death) and
++Effect: Brings a dead creature's head (but not the body) back to life for a limited time as an undead creature. The
++cypher can be used up to an hour before or after death (in anticipation of dying or in response to someone's death) and
+ requires up to ten minutes to take effect, at which time the creature recovers 1d6 + 6 points to their Pools. Because
+ they are only a head, a PC reanimated this way has a maximum Might and Speed Pool of 3 each. The head has all the mental
+ abilities they had when they were alive (including psychic or telepathic abilities) and can speak, but all their actions
+@@ -68637,7 +68637,7 @@
+ it dies again and cannot be reanimated with this cypher.
+
+ When using a decapitative longevity cypher to bring a head back to life, it can be left attached to the inert body, or
+-someone can carefully sever the head from the body, which doesn’t harm the head.
++someone can carefully sever the head from the body, which doesn't harm the head.
+
+ GHOST DETECTOR
+
+@@ -68686,7 +68686,7 @@
+
+ Form: Injection or pill
+
+-Effect: The user’s body rapidly grows a monstrous arm that is approximately the same size as one of their existing
++Effect: The user's body rapidly grows a monstrous arm that is approximately the same size as one of their existing
+ limbs. The arm is ugly and malformed, but fully functional.
+
+ The user can use this arm as if it were one of their own. The new arm does not grant the user additional actions or
+@@ -68699,7 +68699,7 @@
+
+ Form: Injection or spell
+
+-Effect: The user’s body rapidly grows a monstrous eye (including a retractable eyestalk if the cypher level is 6 or
++Effect: The user's body rapidly grows a monstrous eye (including a retractable eyestalk if the cypher level is 6 or
+ higher) at the spot where the cypher is applied to their body. The user can see out of this eye as if it were one of
+ their own (including any extraordinary vision-based senses the user normally has). The eye gives the user an asset on
+ vision-based perception rolls, and depending on where it is located, it may allow the user to look around corners
+@@ -68715,8 +68715,8 @@
+ Effect: The user rapidly grows a monstrous face (or an entire head if the cypher level is 6 or higher) somewhere on
+ their body. The user can use the senses of this face and talk, breathe, and eat with it (for example, if their normal
+ face is underwater or wrapped in plastic). The face gives the user an asset on perception rolls when its senses can be
+-used—for example, it could hear someone sneaking up on the user, but it couldn’t see them if its eyes were covered, and
+-it can’t help with identifying tastes unless its mouth is also used. Damage to the face does not affect the user (the
++used—for example, it could hear someone sneaking up on the user, but it couldn't see them if its eyes were covered, and
++it can't help with identifying tastes unless its mouth is also used. Damage to the face does not affect the user (the
+ face can take 3 points of damage directed at it before it becomes nonfunctional). Most people react with disgust to a
+ creature with a visible extra face, hindering all interaction tasks. The face lasts for one day per cypher level (two
+ days if the cypher is level 6 or higher).
+@@ -68727,7 +68727,7 @@
+
+ Form: Weapon you can hold in one hand
+
+-Effect: The weapon extends tendrils, skin, wires, nerves, or other material into and through the user’s hand, physically
++Effect: The weapon extends tendrils, skin, wires, nerves, or other material into and through the user's hand, physically
+ connecting itself to the user for one hour per cypher level. While connected, the user gains an asset on attacks with
+ the weapon and cannot be disarmed, but cannot use that hand for anything except wielding the weapon. The user can detach
+ or reattach the weapon by spending a full minute concentrating on its physical connection to their body. When the
+@@ -68746,9 +68746,9 @@
+
+ Form: Device, injection, or pill
+
+-Effect: The user’s body rapidly grows a strange orifice in their torso, large enough to fit a human fist but flexible
+-enough to hold a compact disc or videocassette tape. One cypher held within the orifice doesn’t count toward the user’s
+-cypher limit. As an action, the user can cause the orifice to appear or disappear (when the orifice isn’t present,
++Effect: The user's body rapidly grows a strange orifice in their torso, large enough to fit a human fist but flexible
++enough to hold a compact disc or videocassette tape. One cypher held within the orifice doesn't count toward the user's
++cypher limit. As an action, the user can cause the orifice to appear or disappear (when the orifice isn't present,
+ anything contained within it is inaccessible except through surgery). The orifice remains for one hour per cypher level,
+ after which it expels its contents and disappears.
+
+@@ -68762,8 +68762,8 @@
+ Form: Device, injection, or pill
+
+ Effect: Reveals whether a targeted creature is human or some sort of inhuman impostor (such as an alien, demon,
+-doppelganger, simulacrum, or vampire) if the cypher’s level is greater than the creature’s disguise level. If the
+-cypher’s level exceeds the impostor’s level by 4 or more,
++doppelganger, simulacrum, or vampire) if the cypher's level is greater than the creature's disguise level. If the
++cypher's level exceeds the impostor's level by 4 or more,
+
+ it also marks the impostor for the next several hours so people can recognize it by this mark.
+
+@@ -68799,17 +68799,17 @@
+
+ Form: Device, flask, or injection
+
+-Effect: The user’s body becomes as transparent as air, making them effectively invisible for one minute per cypher
++Effect: The user's body becomes as transparent as air, making them effectively invisible for one minute per cypher
+ level. However, their clothes and equipment are not affected, so the user must go naked if they want to be unseen. While
+ invisible, the user is specialized in stealth and Speed defense tasks. They remain invisible even if they do something
+ to reveal their presence or position (attacking, using an ability, moving a large object, and so on), but anyone trying
+ to attack or physically interact with them on that turn gains an asset to do so.
+
+ Because the user is as transparent as air, when they are in water, mist, smoke, or anything other than reasonably clean
+-air, they look like a person-shaped hole in whatever material they’re in.
++air, they look like a person-shaped hole in whatever material they're in.
+
+ The serum has detrimental effects on the mind. Each minute it is in effect, the user takes 2 points of Intellect damage.
+-Many users have become “stuck” in the invisible state and eventually go mad as a result.
++Many users have become "stuck" in the invisible state and eventually go mad as a result.
+
+ MIND SWAPPER
+
+@@ -68818,15 +68818,15 @@
+ Form: Amulet or device
+
+ Effect: The user attempts to swap minds with a creature within short range that is no larger than a human. The target
+-can make an Intellect defense roll to resist. If the swap is successful, the user gains control of the creature’s body
++can make an Intellect defense roll to resist. If the swap is successful, the user gains control of the creature's body
+ (and vice versa). Physical abilities remain with the body, but mental abilities go with the mind; for example, an Adept
+ with Onslaught (a mental ability) could take over the body of a Warrior with Swipe (a physical ability), and could use
+-either of these while controlling the Warrior’s body. All actions of both creatures are hindered while the swap is in
++either of these while controlling the Warrior's body. All actions of both creatures are hindered while the swap is in
+ effect, although long-term practice in a mind-swapped body eventually overcomes this penalty. The swap lasts for one
+ hour per cypher level, after which the two minds return to their previous bodies.
+
+-> Clever users of a mind swapper have an ally restrain or sedate them before swapping minds so their target doesn’t
+-> cause trouble in the user’s body.
++> Clever users of a mind swapper have an ally restrain or sedate them before swapping minds so their target doesn't
++> cause trouble in the user's body.
+
+ PRIMITIVE DOPPELGANGER
+
+@@ -68834,10 +68834,10 @@
+
+ Form: Device, injection, or pill
+
+-Effect: The user’s body begins growing a physical duplicate of the user, which harmlessly tears free after a few rounds
++Effect: The user's body begins growing a physical duplicate of the user, which harmlessly tears free after a few rounds
+ and exists as an independent level 1 creature that looks exactly
+
+-like the user. The doppelganger can communicate in a language known to the user and obeys the user’s simple
++like the user. The doppelganger can communicate in a language known to the user and obeys the user's simple
+ instructions, but otherwise appears to know very little of the world. After one hour per cypher level, the duplicate
+ dies, melts, burns out, falls apart, or otherwise becomes nonfunctional.
+
+@@ -68851,7 +68851,7 @@
+ Form: Amulet or injection
+
+ Effect: When used on a corpse of a creature no larger than a human, it reanimates as a violent zombie that is not under
+-the user’s control. This reanimation process takes a few minutes (a few rounds if the cypher is level 4 or higher, or
++the user's control. This reanimation process takes a few minutes (a few rounds if the cypher is level 4 or higher, or
+ one round if level 6 or higher).
+
+ REVENANT SERUM
+@@ -68861,7 +68861,7 @@
+ Form: Injection or potion
+
+ Effect: Brings a dead person back to life for a limited time as an obsessed creature called a revenant. The cypher can
+-be used up to an hour before or after death (in anticipation of dying or in response to someone’s death) and requires up
++be used up to an hour before or after death (in anticipation of dying or in response to someone's death) and requires up
+ to an hour to take effect, at which time the creature recovers 1d6 + 6 points to its Pools. The new revenant is usually
+ obsessed with revenge on its killer or accomplishing one last task before truly dying again.
+
+@@ -68876,17 +68876,17 @@
+
+ Form: Flask or injection
+
+-Effect: Suffuses the user’s body with a mixture of colloidal silver (sil), concentrated garlic (gar), and holy water
++Effect: Suffuses the user's body with a mixture of colloidal silver (sil), concentrated garlic (gar), and holy water
+ (ho), making the user repellent to most vampires, which usually have an aversion to one or more of these materials.
+ Vampire attacks with melee weapons against the user are hindered. Any PC vampire who attempts to feed on the user gains
+ no sustenance and must make a Might defense roll or feel nauseous and have all their actions hindered for one minute.
+ Any NPC vampire who attempts to feed on the user gains no sustenance and all their actions are hindered for one minute.
+-The cypher’s effect persists in the user’s body for one day (two days if the cypher is level 4 or higher).
++The cypher's effect persists in the user's body for one day (two days if the cypher is level 4 or higher).
+
+ If used directly against a vampire instead of being applied to a living creature, it affects the vampire as silver,
+ garlic, and holy water normally would.
+
+-Because a human body can’t dispose of colloidal silver, excessive intake of it causes a condition called argyria that
++Because a human body can't dispose of colloidal silver, excessive intake of it causes a condition called argyria that
+ turns skin purple or purple-grey
+
+ UNPHANTOMED LIMB
+@@ -68899,10 +68899,10 @@
+
+ limb the ability to create a psychic construct in the form of a limb (two limbs if the cypher level is 5 or higher) that
+ takes the place of and functions like their missing limb (or limbs). The unphantomed limb looks and acts like a typical
+-healthy specimen of its kind, including having fingerprints. However, its motion is controlled by the user’s will rather
++healthy specimen of its kind, including having fingerprints. However, its motion is controlled by the user's will rather
+ than by muscles and nerves, so any physical action the limb takes is an Intellect task instead of a Might or Speed task;
+ for example, a melee attack with the unphantomed limb is an Intellect task, and to apply Effort, the user must spend
+-points from their Intellect Pool. Damage to the limb affects the user as if the attack were on the user’s body. The limb
++points from their Intellect Pool. Damage to the limb affects the user as if the attack were on the user's body. The limb
+ lasts for one day per cypher level.
+
+ VISAGE SCRUTINIZER
+@@ -68915,8 +68915,8 @@
+
+ ability to see disguised people and creatures for what they really are. Tasks to see through conventional disguises
+ (makeup, prosthetics, wigs, and so on) are eased by three steps. If the disguise is instead a comprehensive change like
+-a full-body illusion, mental projection, or hologram, the user automatically sees through it if the disguise’s level is
+-lower than the cypher’s level. The cypher lasts for one hour.
++a full-body illusion, mental projection, or hologram, the user automatically sees through it if the disguise's level is
++lower than the cypher's level. The cypher lasts for one hour.
+
+ WOLFSBANE POTION
+
+@@ -68924,23 +68924,23 @@
+
+ Form: Flask or injection
+
+-Effect: Suffuses the user’s body with a mixture of colloidal silver and wolfsbane, making the user repellent to
++Effect: Suffuses the user's body with a mixture of colloidal silver and wolfsbane, making the user repellent to
+ werewolves (and similar werecreatures). Wolfsbane is poisonous, and using this cypher inflicts Speed damage and
+-Intellect damage equal to the cypher’s level. Werewolf attacks with melee weapons against the user are hindered. Any
+-werewolf who attempts to feed on the user feels nauseous and all its actions are hindered for ten minutes. The cypher’s
+-effect persists in the user’s body for one day (two days if the cypher is level 4 or higher). If used directly against a
+-werewolf instead of being applied to a living creature, it hinders all the werewolf’s actions and stops it from
++Intellect damage equal to the cypher's level. Werewolf attacks with melee weapons against the user are hindered. Any
++werewolf who attempts to feed on the user feels nauseous and all its actions are hindered for ten minutes. The cypher's
++effect persists in the user's body for one day (two days if the cypher is level 4 or higher). If used directly against a
++werewolf instead of being applied to a living creature, it hinders all the werewolf's actions and stops it from
+ regenerating for several minutes.
+
+ FAIRYTALE CYPHERS
+
+ Because magic—and thus magic items— are so prevalent in most fairy tales, cyphers in particular should be easy for
+-characters to replenish. If you’re using subtle cyphers, you can choose how they arrive—on magic storms, perhaps, or in
++characters to replenish. If you're using subtle cyphers, you can choose how they arrive—on magic storms, perhaps, or in
+ pockets of magic that exist throughout the world. Or maybe the magic is such that it just works, ensuring that cyphers
+ show up whenever the characters need them.
+
+ Manifest cyphers should be readily available too—likely they can be found for cheap at a local market, stashed in hollow
+-tree trunks or bird nests, or scattered about the forest floor. Manifest cyphers may also be integrated into people’s
++tree trunks or bird nests, or scattered about the forest floor. Manifest cyphers may also be integrated into people's
+ clothing or furnishings as unique adornments.
+
+ Artifacts are typically more valuable and less common. Therefore, player characters are less likely to encounter them at
+@@ -68956,9 +68956,9 @@
+
+ Obviously, having a fey being steal a character away to their realm
+
+-is a story-changer. If you’re using this as an option, figure out ahead of time what type of
++is a story-changer. If you're using this as an option, figure out ahead of time what type of
+
+-fey is attracted, what their realm is like, and how to play out the character’s disappearance and possible retrieval.
++fey is attracted, what their realm is like, and how to play out the character's disappearance and possible retrieval.
+
+ Fey Being Table
+
+@@ -69000,7 +69000,7 @@
+ Cypher Forms
+
+ While characters can find or purchase many of these items in the world, only magic versions of the items are cyphers.
+-Characters should easily be able to tell when an item is magic (and thus a cypher) and when it’s an ordinary item.
++Characters should easily be able to tell when an item is magic (and thus a cypher) and when it's an ordinary item.
+
+ | d20 | Form |
+ |-----|-------------------------------|
+@@ -69016,7 +69016,7 @@
+ | 10 | Magic beans or key |
+ | 11 | Rose or bell |
+ | 12 | Small cake or talisman |
+-| 13 | Wolf’s tooth or hand mirror |
++| 13 | Wolf's tooth or hand mirror |
+ | 14 | Vial of liquid or secret |
+ | 15 | Magic coin or broken arrow |
+ | 16 | Wish or fairy dust |
+@@ -69035,10 +69035,10 @@
+ | 04 | Anywhere door |
+ | 05 | Apple of discord |
+ | 06 | Azure dust |
+-| 07 | Baba Yaga’s spiced cookie |
+-| 08 | Bellman’s map of the ocean |
+-| 09 | Beloved’s kiss |
+-| 10 | Bird’s next coronet |
++| 07 | Baba Yaga's spiced cookie |
++| 08 | Bellman's map of the ocean |
++| 09 | Beloved's kiss |
++| 10 | Bird's next coronet |
+ | 11 | Blackbird pie |
+ | 12 | Blood pearl blossom |
+ | 13 | Bone key |
+@@ -69046,50 +69046,50 @@
+ | 15 | Bowl of porridge |
+ | 16 | Cat sidhe medallion |
+ | 17 | Cheshire smile |
+-| 18 | Coalheart’s beard balm |
+-| 19 | Croc’s clock |
++| 18 | Coalheart's beard balm |
++| 19 | Croc's clock |
+ | 20 | Crown jewel |
+-| 21 | Dame Trot’s cat |
++| 21 | Dame Trot's cat |
+ | 22 | Darning needle |
+ | 23 | Dead water |
+ | 24 | Deathless |
+-| 25 | Death’s candle |
+-| 26 | Death’s messengers |
++| 25 | Death's candle |
++| 26 | Death's messengers |
+ | 27 | Diadem of death |
+-| 28 | Dragon’s blood |
+-| 29 | Dragon’s teeth |
++| 28 | Dragon's blood |
++| 29 | Dragon's teeth |
+ | 30 | Dressmaking nut |
+ | 31 | Drink me |
+ | 32 | Dust of the dreamer |
+ | 33 | Eat me |
+-| 34 | Emperor’s new clothes |
++| 34 | Emperor's new clothes |
+ | 35 | Fairy cup |
+ | 36 | False grandmother |
+-| 37 | Father’s Betrayal |
++| 37 | Father's Betrayal |
+ | 38 | Flaming arrow |
+ | 39 | Flowers for grandmother |
+ | 40 | Forget-me-knot |
+-| 41 | Genie’s handkerchief |
++| 41 | Genie's handkerchief |
+ | 42 | Gilded shell |
+ | 43 | Gingerbread man |
+-| 44 | Godfather’s picture book |
++| 44 | Godfather's picture book |
+ | 45 | Golden Beetle |
+ | 46 | Golden vanity |
+ | 47 | Green spectacles |
+-| 48 | Hart’s heart |
++| 48 | Hart's heart |
+ | 49 | Heart of a star |
+-| 50 | Heart’s tart |
++| 50 | Heart's tart |
+ | 51 | Hot cross buns |
+ | 52 | Iron bands of three |
+ | 53 | Itsy bitsy spider |
+-| 54 | Jack’s candlestick |
++| 54 | Jack's candlestick |
+ | 55 | Jiminy cricket |
+ | 56 | The Key of Knowing |
+ | 57 | Knave of Hearts |
+-| 58 | Lion’s courage |
++| 58 | Lion's courage |
+ | 59 | Living water |
+ | 60 | Magic beans |
+-| 61 | Memory’s match |
++| 61 | Memory's match |
+ | 62 | Mermaid tear |
+ | 63 | Neverlost |
+ | 64 | Nonsensical poem |
+@@ -69102,7 +69102,7 @@
+ | 71 | Poppet (prosperity) |
+ | 72 | Poppet (silence) |
+ | 73 | Powder of life |
+-| 74 | Princess’s pea |
++| 74 | Princess's pea |
+ | 75 | Rabbit hole |
+ | 76 | Rapunzel leaf |
+ | 77 | Rose of red |
+@@ -69114,18 +69114,18 @@
+ | 83 | Snake leaves |
+ | 84 | Snickersnee |
+ | 85 | Song of the dead |
+-| 86 | Socerer’s skeleton key |
++| 86 | Socerer's skeleton key |
+ | 87 | Spirit ring |
+ | 88 | Teleport hat |
+ | 89 | Three needles |
+-| 90 | Tin Man’s tears |
++| 90 | Tin Man's tears |
+ | 91 | To Peter with love |
+ | 92 | Valorous whetstone |
+ | 93 | Vase of tears |
+ | 94 | White snake |
+ | 95 | Wish granting pearl |
+ | 96 | Witch bottle |
+-| 97 | Witch’s ladder |
++| 97 | Witch's ladder |
+ | 98 | Wooden spoon |
+ | 99 | Yonder yarn |
+ | 00 | Roll on the cypher tables in the Cypher System Rulebook |
+@@ -69146,7 +69146,7 @@
+ Beware false adderstones, which are made by enterprising swindlers who drill or carve a hole out of a regular stone and
+ attempt to pass it off as something more.
+
+-If a character has no hair in which to tie an adderstone, perhaps they can “borrow” some from a friend, a domesticated
++If a character has no hair in which to tie an adderstone, perhaps they can "borrow" some from a friend, a domesticated
+ animal, or a foe.
+
+ | d20 | Effect |
+@@ -69156,17 +69156,17 @@
+ | 7-9 | When attached to physical armor, adds 1 to the Armor it provides (adds 2 to the Armor if the cypher is level 6 or higher). |
+ | 10-12 | When held in the mouth, protects against poisons (up to the level of the cypher). |
+ | 13-15 | When placed on the finger of another with good intent, it adds 1 to the recovery rolls of both the user and the wearer. |
+-| 16-18 | When worn on a string around the neck, provides training in two noncombat skills of the user’s choice that they are not already trained in. |
++| 16-18 | When worn on a string around the neck, provides training in two noncombat skills of the user's choice that they are not already trained in. |
+ | 19-20 | When tied in the hair, eases all defense tasks against curses by two steps. |
+
+ Agate Eye
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+-Form: Striped stone that looks like a dragon’s eye
++Form: Striped stone that looks like a dragon's eye
+
+ Effect: When ground up and added to food or drink, or applied to the skin, renders the user immune to poisons of the
+-cypher level or lower for one hour per cypher level (and ends any such ongoing effects, if any, already in the user’s
++cypher level or lower for one hour per cypher level (and ends any such ongoing effects, if any, already in the user's
+ system).
+
+ Animated Wood
+@@ -69175,13 +69175,13 @@
+
+ Form: Chunk of pine, alder, or other wood
+
+-imbued with magical properties Effect: Writing a word, such as “child,” “horse,” or “sword,” on the wood causes it to
++imbued with magical properties Effect: Writing a word, such as "child," "horse," or "sword," on the wood causes it to
+ become a living version of that word. The living version is no bigger than 10 feet by 10 feet by 20 feet (3 m by 3 m by
+ 6 m) and its level is equal to the cypher level. It can make attacks or perform actions as commanded to the best of its
+ abilities and lasts for one hour per cypher level. Commanding it is not an action.
+
+-Once activated, animated wood is not an unthinking, docile being. It may, in fact, resist the user’s commands and
+-attempt to take its own actions. Any actions it takes cannot be harmful to the user or the user’s allies. The user may
++Once activated, animated wood is not an unthinking, docile being. It may, in fact, resist the user's commands and
++attempt to take its own actions. Any actions it takes cannot be harmful to the user or the user's allies. The user may
+ attempt to stop an unwanted action via persuasion, intimidation, and so on (any such tasks against the animated wood are
+ eased by two steps).
+
+@@ -69210,17 +69210,17 @@
+
+ Form: Handful of dust from the Fairy with the Turquoise Hair
+
+-Effect: Sprinkling the dust on someone’s hair, skin, outfit, or other object permanently dyes it bright blue.
++Effect: Sprinkling the dust on someone's hair, skin, outfit, or other object permanently dyes it bright blue.
+
+-Baba Yaga’s Spiced Cookie
++Baba Yaga's Spiced Cookie
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+ Form: Rye cookie flavored with spices and honey
+
+-Effect: Eating the cookie increases the user’s Intellect Edge by 1 for one hour.
++Effect: Eating the cookie increases the user's Intellect Edge by 1 for one hour.
+
+-Bellman’s Map of the Ocean
++Bellman's Map of the Ocean
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+@@ -69232,16 +69232,16 @@
+ beings look upon the map- holder as their leader or guide, will not attack them, and generally will do as they ask (all
+ social interactions with those affected are eased by two steps).
+
+-Beloved’s Kiss
++Beloved's Kiss
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+ Form: Ruby red ring
+
+-Effect: When pressed to the lips of a character, beloved’s kiss prevents the occurrence of one specific condition of the
++Effect: When pressed to the lips of a character, beloved's kiss prevents the occurrence of one specific condition of the
+ cypher level or lower. Additionally, it ends any such ongoing effect, if
+
+-any, in the user’s system. Roll a d6 to determine the result.
++any, in the user's system. Roll a d6 to determine the result.
+
+ | d6 | Condition |
+ |-----|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
+@@ -69249,15 +69249,15 @@
+ | 3-4 | Renders the character immune to curses for one hour per cypher level (and ends any ongoing effects) |
+ | 5-6 | Renders the character immune to mental effects for one hour per cypher level (and ends any ongoing effects) |
+
+-Bird’s Nest Coronet
++Bird's Nest Coronet
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+-Form: Beautifully woven bird’s nest
++Form: Beautifully woven bird's nest
+
+-Effect: When worn like a crown, the bird’s nest creates an illusion over the wearer, making them appear like royalty.
++Effect: When worn like a crown, the bird's nest creates an illusion over the wearer, making them appear like royalty.
+ Others are more likely to follow their suggestions, defer to their wishes, and treat them well. All social interactions
+-are eased by two steps for one day. Seeing through the disguise is an Intellect task equal to the cypher’s level.
++are eased by two steps for one day. Seeing through the disguise is an Intellect task equal to the cypher's level.
+
+ Blackbird Pie
+
+@@ -69291,7 +69291,7 @@
+
+ Form: Handful of ground bones
+
+-Effect: When eaten, the bones begin a process of lowering the eater’s apparent age. Over the next three days, the user
++Effect: When eaten, the bones begin a process of lowering the eater's apparent age. Over the next three days, the user
+ begins to look younger and younger, until they reach the appearance of someone no younger than their mid-twenties. Their
+ hair shines, their teeth glow, their wrinkles disappear, their back unstoops. The effect lasts for three days (five days
+ if the cypher is level 6 or higher). This does not change the actual health or age of the character.
+@@ -69302,14 +69302,14 @@
+
+ Form: Just-right bowl of porridge
+
+-Effect: Restores a number of points equal to the cypher level to the user’s Might Pool. Also protects the user from the
++Effect: Restores a number of points equal to the cypher level to the user's Might Pool. Also protects the user from the
+ effects of cold for ten minutes.
+
+ Cat Sidhe Medallion
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+-Form: Medallion in the shape of the white symbol on a cat sidhe’s chest
++Form: Medallion in the shape of the white symbol on a cat sidhe's chest
+
+ Effect: When activated, the medallion protects the wearer from the next curse (of the cypher level or lower) that is
+ cast upon them. The curse goes into the medallion, which shatters into thousands of tiny pieces.
+@@ -69321,11 +69321,11 @@
+ Form: Mischievous grin
+
+ Effect: When hung in the air, the grin slowly transforms into a grey Cheshire Cat that seems to be made mostly of smoke
+-and shadow. It has huge blue eyes and an enormous grin. The cat acts as a creature (level equal to the cypher’s level)
++and shadow. It has huge blue eyes and an enormous grin. The cat acts as a creature (level equal to the cypher's level)
+ with a mind of its own, although it likely helps the person who activated the cypher. It sticks around for ten minutes,
+ and then fades away slowly, until even the original smile has disappeared.
+
+-Coalheart’s Beard Balm
++Coalheart's Beard Balm
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+@@ -69336,9 +69336,9 @@
+ user. If someone else cuts the beard before the treasure is found, it loses its power. After the treasure is found, the
+ beard remains. But once it is shaved or cut, it does not grow back.
+
+-Many dwarfs have beards with magical powers. It’s possible to find other beard balm cyphers out in the world.
++Many dwarfs have beards with magical powers. It's possible to find other beard balm cyphers out in the world.
+
+-Croc’s Clock
++Croc's Clock
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+@@ -69357,14 +69357,14 @@
+ item. The duplicate works just like the original and lasts for ten minutes or until it naturally depletes (whichever
+ comes first).
+
+-Dame Trot’s Cat
++Dame Trot's Cat
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+ Form: Statue of a cat
+
+ Effect: When activated by feeding it a bit of milk or fish, the statue protects the user, yowling and hissing the next
+-time it senses danger. The cat’s level is equal to the cypher level.
++time it senses danger. The cat's level is equal to the cypher level.
+
+ Darning Needle
+
+@@ -69374,7 +69374,7 @@
+
+ Effect: When activated, grows into a larger version of itself that acts as a medium weapon. It inflicts 4 points of
+ damage and causes anything it successfully hits to shrink to half its size. The needle lasts for a number of hours equal
+-to the cypher’s level.
++to the cypher's level.
+
+ Dead Water
+
+@@ -69395,19 +69395,19 @@
+ from their next death. When the character dies, they return to life on the next round, with all of their Pools full.
+
+ Using the deathless does not protect the character from taking damage or moving down the damage track. Placing the soul
+-and returning to life are actions. Once the cypher holds the user’s soul, it no longer counts against their cypher
++and returning to life are actions. Once the cypher holds the user's soul, it no longer counts against their cypher
+ limit.
+
+-If someone gets a hold of another person’s soul, they have a great deal of power over that person (such as easing all
+-actions against them by three steps). Those who use a deathless should ensure that it’s well hidden and well protected.
++If someone gets a hold of another person's soul, they have a great deal of power over that person (such as easing all
++actions against them by three steps). Those who use a deathless should ensure that it's well hidden and well protected.
+
+-Death’s Candle
++Death's Candle
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 4
+
+ Form: Small, half-burnt black candle
+
+-Effect: Once the candle is lit, it burns for a number of rounds equal to the cypher’s level. During that time, the user
++Effect: Once the candle is lit, it burns for a number of rounds equal to the cypher's level. During that time, the user
+ who lit it is protected from death or being moved down the damage track. While the candle burns, if the character would
+ normally die, they do not and instead reject all damage. For example, if a character has 5 points left in their last
+ Pool, and a foe inflicts 5 points
+@@ -69415,14 +69415,14 @@
+ of damage on them, putting all their Pools at 0, the user takes no damage. However, if a foe inflicts 4 points of
+ damage, which is not enough to kill the user, the user takes the 4 points of damage.
+
+-Death’s Messengers
++Death's Messengers
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+ Form: Bottle, vial, or box filled with three wisps of dark smoke
+
+ Effect: The three smoke wisps wrap around a creature within close range, causing them to feel dizzy, experience ringing
+-in their ears, and have blurred vision. For the next three rounds, the cypher inflicts damage equal to the cypher’s
++in their ears, and have blurred vision. For the next three rounds, the cypher inflicts damage equal to the cypher's
+ level (each round).
+
+ Diadem of Death
+@@ -69431,14 +69431,14 @@
+
+ Form: Crown made of feathers, bits of bone, burnt hair, and old teeth
+
+-Effect: When worn on someone’s head, looped over a limb, or otherwise placed upon their person, the crown inflicts
++Effect: When worn on someone's head, looped over a limb, or otherwise placed upon their person, the crown inflicts
+ damage equal to its level.
+
+-Dragon’s Blood
++Dragon's Blood
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Form: Powdered dragon’s blood
++Form: Powdered dragon's blood
+
+ Effect: When mixed with liquid and painted on a living being, grants one of the following effects for a day.
+
+@@ -69448,13 +69448,13 @@
+ | 3-4 | Asset to all tasks involving magic |
+ | 5-6 | Asset to all tasks involving romance, sex, and fertility |
+
+-Dragon’s Teeth
++Dragon's Teeth
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Form: Handful of dragon’s teeth
++Form: Handful of dragon's teeth
+
+-Effect: When planted, the dragon’s teeth grow into three fully armed warriors. The warriors can understand the verbal
++Effect: When planted, the dragon's teeth grow into three fully armed warriors. The warriors can understand the verbal
+ commands of the person who planted them. Once they are grown, commanding them is not an action. They can make attacks
+ and perform actions to the best of their abilities. The warriors can never go farther than long range from the character
+ who planted them
+@@ -69482,7 +69482,7 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Form: Liquid inside a glass bottle with a paper label that says “DRINK ME”
++Form: Liquid inside a glass bottle with a paper label that says "DRINK ME"
+
+ Effect: Causes the imbiber to shrink down to half their size. The effect lasts for one hour or until the user can find
+ another way to change their size (such as with an eat me).
+@@ -69500,12 +69500,12 @@
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+-Form: Very small cake with the words “EAT ME” written on it in currants
++Form: Very small cake with the words "EAT ME" written on it in currants
+
+ Effect: Causes the eater to grow to twice their size. The effect lasts for one hour or until the user can find another
+ way to change their size (such as with a drink me).
+
+-Emperor’s New Clothes
++Emperor's New Clothes
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+@@ -69522,7 +69522,7 @@
+ Effect: When the cup is buried in the ground, it grants the person who buried it protection. They gain +2 Armor against
+ all physical and mental attacks for one day.
+
+-It’s believed that burying a fairy cup returns it to its rightful owners below ground, and it is they who offer
++It's believed that burying a fairy cup returns it to its rightful owners below ground, and it is they who offer
+ protection by way of thanks.
+
+ False Grandmother
+@@ -69538,7 +69538,7 @@
+ creature are eased by two steps. The user can remove the glasses to look like themselves again before the end of the
+ duration.
+
+-Father’s Betrayal
++Father's Betrayal
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+@@ -69581,22 +69581,22 @@
+
+ Form: Length of magical rope
+
+-Effect: Knotting the rope together to form a loop allows the user to capture a memory from their past. They don’t lose
++Effect: Knotting the rope together to form a loop allows the user to capture a memory from their past. They don't lose
+ the memory when capturing it with the forget-me-knot. When the user unties the loop, everyone in close range spends one
+ round doing nothing but experiencing the memory as if it were their own. If the memory is particularly sad, loving,
+ scary, and so on, all affected beings likely spend an additional round dealing with the emotional impacts of that
+ memory. Capturing the memory is an action, as is untying the loop.
+
+-Genie’s Handkerchief
++Genie's Handkerchief
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+ Form: Extremely large handkerchief with one corner coated in mercury
+
+-Effect: Rubbing the cloth over a wound heals the wound (restores all points to the character’s Pools), but also uses up
++Effect: Rubbing the cloth over a wound heals the wound (restores all points to the character's Pools), but also uses up
+ one recovery roll for the day.
+
+-Genie’s handkerchiefs come in many colors and materials. Some people find that after
++Genie's handkerchiefs come in many colors and materials. Some people find that after
+
+ their magic is used up, they make fine blankets, curtains, or cloaks. Of course, extended exposure to mercury has its
+ drawbacks.
+@@ -69608,7 +69608,7 @@
+ Form: Golden snail shell
+
+ Effect: When blown into softly, the shell expands into a simple structure with a front door and walls that let in a soft
+-light. From inside the structure, it’s about 10 feet by 10 feet by 20 feet (3
++light. From inside the structure, it's about 10 feet by 10 feet by 20 feet (3
+
+ m by 3 m by 6 m). From the outside, the shell continues to look exactly the way it did before, in both size and shape,
+ making it difficult for others to notice. Once expanded, the structure is permanent and immobile.
+@@ -69621,7 +69621,7 @@
+
+ Effect: After eating the cookie, the user has training in Speed defense for the next day.
+
+-Godfather’s Picture Book
++Godfather's Picture Book
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+@@ -69630,7 +69630,7 @@
+ Effect: When someone flips through the pages quickly, time is altered. If the user flips through the book forward, time
+ jumps forward. Flip backward and time jumps backward. Moving time forward gives the user an additional action on their
+ turn. Moving it backward allows them to retry their previous action. After the book is used this way once, it becomes a
+-regular book and does not count against the character’s cypher limit.
++regular book and does not count against the character's cypher limit.
+
+ Golden Beetle
+
+@@ -69657,7 +69657,7 @@
+ Golden mirror: Turns into a tall glass mountain 30 feet tall by 300 feet wide (9 m by 90 m). All climbing tasks are
+ hindered, and a fall from any height does 3 points of ambient damage (ignores Armor).
+
+-The landscape effects are permanent. The golden vanity counts as a single cypher against the character’s cypher limit.
++The landscape effects are permanent. The golden vanity counts as a single cypher against the character's cypher limit.
+ When all three items have been used, it remains a functional vanity set but no longer holds any magic.
+
+ Green Spectacles
+@@ -69669,7 +69669,7 @@
+ Effect: Once activated, protects the wearer from being blinded or having their vision affected in other ways for one
+ day. The wearer can see through illusions of the cypher level or lower and can see in the dark as if it were daylight.
+
+-Hart’s Heart
++Hart's Heart
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+@@ -69684,11 +69684,11 @@
+
+ Form: Still-warm piece of a fallen star
+
+-Effect: For the next ten minutes, when the user helps another character while holding the star, that character’s task is
+-eased by an additional step. (If the user has an inability in the relevant skill, the other character’s task is still
++Effect: For the next ten minutes, when the user helps another character while holding the star, that character's task is
++eased by an additional step. (If the user has an inability in the relevant skill, the other character's task is still
+ eased.)
+
+-Heart’s Tart
++Heart's Tart
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 2
+
+@@ -69703,7 +69703,7 @@
+
+ Form: Small spiced cake
+
+-Effect: When eaten, restores a number of points equal to the cypher’s level to the user’s Might Pool.
++Effect: When eaten, restores a number of points equal to the cypher's level to the user's Might Pool.
+
+ Iron Bands of Three
+
+@@ -69711,7 +69711,7 @@
+
+ Form: Three flexible iron bands
+
+-Effect: Wrapping the iron bands around the user’s heart keeps it from breaking with trouble and anxiety. While wearing
++Effect: Wrapping the iron bands around the user's heart keeps it from breaking with trouble and anxiety. While wearing
+ the bands, the user automatically succeeds on their next three Intellect defense rolls against anything that would make
+ them feel sad, fearful, intimidated, and so on. Each time the cypher activates to protect the user, one of the bands
+ breaks. When all three bands are broken, the cypher is used up.
+@@ -69725,16 +69725,16 @@
+ Effect: When released, the spider sets up a web in a nearby corner. For the next ten minutes, the web catches thoughts,
+ secrets, and information about the general area (up to about a square mile), including any creatures, people, weather,
+ or goings on. At the end of that time, the user can read the web, gaining answers to a number of questions equal to the
+-cypher’s level. The questions must pertain to the area and must be simple enough that the spider can answer them in
++cypher's level. The questions must pertain to the area and must be simple enough that the spider can answer them in
+ three words or less.
+
+-Jack’s Candlestick
++Jack's Candlestick
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 3
+
+ Form: Burning candlestick
+
+-Effect: Jumping over the candlestick restores a number of points equal to the cypher’s level to the user’s Speed Pool.
++Effect: Jumping over the candlestick restores a number of points equal to the cypher's level to the user's Speed Pool.
+
+ Jiminy Cricket
+
+@@ -69768,11 +69768,11 @@
+ knight. They also gain +1 Armor, +1 damage, and an asset in sneaking, hiding, and stealth. The effect lasts for ten
+ minutes per cypher level.
+
+-Lion’s Courage
++Lion's Courage
+
+ Level: 1d6 + 1
+
+-Form: Small medallion with the word “COURAGE” inscribed upon it.
++Form: Small medallion with the word "COURAGE" inscribed upon it.
+
+ Effect: When activated, grants the user additional courage in the face of fear. For ten minutes per cypher level, any
+ time the user is attacked and they attempt to make an attack on their next action, that attack is eased and they inflict
+@@ -69796,10 +69796,10 @@
+
+ Form: Handful of magic beans
+
+-Effect: When planted and watered, the beans grow into a giant beanstalk. It’s almost impossible to know where the
++Effect: When planted and watered, the beans grow into a giant beanstalk. It's almost impossible to know where the
+ beanstalk leads until you climb it. Climbing the beanstalk is a level 5 task.
+
+-Memory’s Match
++Memory's Match
+
+ Level: 1d6
+
+@@ -69807,7 +69807,7 @@
+
+ Effect: Lighting the match causes everyone nearby to see a vision that comforts them. Those who watch the vision in the
+ flame for one round feel rejuvenated and comforted. Anyone who makes a recovery roll in the next ten minutes gains +3 to
+-the roll. After that, anyone who watched the vision but didn’t make a recovery roll takes 3 points of Intellect damage
++the roll. After that, anyone who watched the vision but didn't make a recovery roll takes 3 points of Intellect damage
+ (ignores Armor).
+
+ Mermaid Tear
+@@ -69818,7 +69818,7 @@
+
+ Effect: When swallowed, fills the user with an overwhelming sense of sadness. The user takes 1 point of Intellect
+ damage, but gains an asset on any tasks involving water for the next ten minutes. The task must involve water in a
+-significant way (for example, swinging a sword while it’s raining likely doesn’t count, but crying as part of an attempt
++significant way (for example, swinging a sword while it's raining likely doesn't count, but crying as part of an attempt
+ to persuade someone, casting a magic spell involving water, or using a pool to scry would all be appropriate).
+
+ Neverlost
+@@ -69854,7 +69854,7 @@
+ general answer. The GM assigns a level to the question, so the more obscure the answer, the more difficult the task.
+ Generally, knowledge that a PC could find by looking somewhere other than their current location is level 1, and obscure
+ knowledge of the past is level 7. The cypher cannot provide an answer to a question above its level (which means it
+-can’t provide knowledge about the future, since that is level 10).
++can't provide knowledge about the future, since that is level 10).
+
+ Pictureless Book
+
+@@ -69866,7 +69866,7 @@
+ deep sleep for one round. While they sleep, they have intense dreams and cannot take any other actions. The dreams
+ affect them in one of the following ways.
+
+-Pictureless book affects NPCs’ health instead of their Pools, either restoring them to full health or doing 5 points of
++Pictureless book affects NPCs' health instead of their Pools, either restoring them to full health or doing 5 points of
+ damage.
+
+ | d6 | Effect |
+@@ -69931,7 +69931,7 @@
+ The
+ task might be simple (picking
+ the most beautiful rose from
+-a garden) or complex (knitting seven sweaters from nettles). All actions that don’t contribute to completing the task
++ a garden) or complex (knitting seven sweaters from nettles). All actions that don't contribute to completing the task
+ are hindered. |
+
+