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= Mneme CE Space Combat =

'''Mneme Space Combat Rules''' for the Cepheus Engine — streamlined space combat using standard skills and crew functions.

== Overview ==

The Mneme Space Combat system simplifies ship-to-ship combat while maintaining tactical depth. It uses standard Cepheus Engine skills for crew positions and follows the Mneme philosophy of reducing mental overhead.

== Key Features ==

* '''Standard Skills''' — Uses existing Chapter 2 skills (Leadership, Comms, Engineering, Piloting, Gunnery)
* '''Crew Functions''' — Clear roles: Captain, NavComm, Engineer, Pilot, Gunner
* '''Streamlined Actions''' — Minor, Significant, and Full actions per crew position
* '''Assistant Functions''' — Support roles to help manage larger crews
* '''Automation''' — Computer programs can assist or replace crew

== Content Statistics ==

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Mneme CE Space Combat Rules Summary (9 Chapters)
! Chapter !! Lines !! Size !! Key Features
|-
| '''Main Page''' || ~120 || 4KB || Quick reference and index
|-
| '''Chapter 1''' || ~100 || 3KB || Introduction & Superiority System
|-
| '''Chapter 2''' || ~250 || 7KB || Ship Design (Hulls, Drives, Weapons)
|-
| '''Chapter 3''' || ~200 || 5KB || Crew Functions (Major, Assistant, Auto)
|-
| '''Chapter 4''' || ~300 || 8KB || Combat Mechanics (Initiative, Phases)
|-
| '''Chapter 5''' || ~500 || 13KB || Actions (All 5 crew positions)
|-
| '''Chapter 6''' || ~300 || 8KB || Reactions (Defense, Preparation)
|-
| '''Chapter 7''' || ~350 || 9KB || Damage & Morale (HP, Crew Damage)
|-
| '''Chapter 8''' || ~450 || 13KB || Definitions & Tables (Reference)
|-
| '''Chapter 9''' || ~800 || 22KB || Sample Ships (10 detailed stat blocks)
|-
| '''Total''' || '''3,185''' || '''92KB''' || '''Complete space combat system'''
|}

== Crew Functions ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Function
! Skill
! Role
! Actions
|-
| Captain
| Leadership
| Command and coordination
| Command, Inspire, Coordinate, Rush
|-
| NavComm
| Comms
| Sensors and communications
| Scan, Jam, Lock, Plot Jump, Hack
|-
| Engineer
| Engineering
| Systems and repairs
| Repair, Optimize, Red Line, Jump
|-
| Pilot
| Piloting
| Ship movement
| Evade, Maneuver, Attack, Land
|-
| Gunner
| Gunnery
| Weapons and missiles
| Fire, Launch Missiles, Control Drones
|}

== Space Combat Turn ==

Combat proceeds in phases:

# '''Captain Phase''' — Leadership and coordination
# '''NavComm Phase''' — Sensors and communications
# '''Engineering Phase''' — Repairs and optimization
# '''Pilot Phase''' — Movement and evasion
# '''Gunner Phase''' — Weapon attacks

== Skill Clarifications ==

=== NavComm Uses Comms Skill ===

Unlike standard Cepheus Engine, the NavComm position uses '''Comms''' skill for all sensor and electronic transmission operations:

* Sensor scans and target locks
* Jamming enemy communications
* Hacking enemy systems
* Plotting jump points
* Breaking target locks

=== Computer Programs ===

Ships can use software to automate functions:

* '''Fire Control''' — Acts as gunners (Rating 5+, 2 MCr per weapon)
* '''Evade''' — Assists Pilot maneuvers
* '''Auto-Repair''' — Engineering assistance with repair drones
* '''Expert Programs''' — Provide Skill 0 in specific functions

== Ship Components ==

=== Bridge Stations ===

Each crew function requires a bridge station:

* Standard bridge: 10 DTons, supports all basic functions
* Additional stations for assistants or automation
* Multiple bridges provide redundancy

=== Sensors ===

{| class="wikitable"
! Sensor Type
! TL
! Notes
|-
| Standard (Bridge)
| TL 8
| Included with bridge
|-
| Basic Civilian
| TL 9
| 1 DTon, 50,000 Cr
|-
| Basic Military
| TL 9
| Enhanced targeting
|-
| Advanced
| TL 10+
| Fine details, internal structure
|-
| Very Advanced
| TL 11+
| Neural activity detection
|}

== Sample Ships ==

See the '''[[CE Ships Spreadsheet]]''' for complete ship statistics including:

* Tonnage and configuration
* Thrust and jump ratings
* Cost and maintenance
* Crew requirements
* Weapon and defense systems

== Related Pages ==

* [[Mneme CE Chapter 2 Skills#Space Combat Skills|Space Combat Skills]] — Detailed skill descriptions
* [[Mneme CE Combat Rules]] — Personal combat system
* [[Mneme Cepheus Engine Rules]] — Core rules index

== Source Document ==

* '''Document:''' [https://github.com/justinaquino/cecharactergen 251101-12__CE_MNEME_SPACE_COMBAT_v2_45.odt]

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