Rules Only: Book 5 clarification needed.

[yannir]

I'm working on a python program for Book 5 ship design and I've come across an ambiguity I hope we can all work out together.

Do backup systems require crew? On the one hand they only come into play when the primary takes damage but they still need maintenance right?

 

[atpollard]

Where does Book 5 mention Backup Systems?

[I ask because the RAW say "installed" for crew requirements, but the only word-search for Backup is the "fib" computer.]
LBB2 size ships (<1000 tons) use LBB2 crew rules.

 

[yannir]

Where does Book 5 mention Backup Systems?

[I ask because the RAW say "installed" for crew requirements, but the only word-search for Backup is the "fib" computer.]
LBB2 size ships (<1000 tons) use LBB2 crew rules.

Oh sorry. Backup systems come from Adventure 5: Trillion Credit Squadron. In the rules and rulings section. Basically drives, computers, and screens can have backups that come into operation if the primary gets damaged. The rules say they don't consume energy or fuel but don't cover crew requirements.

 

[yannir]

Never mind. I found my answer in the errata.