== Research & Distribution of Experimental Technology ==
Epistemics has the right to refuse or allow the distribution of experimental technology under the permission of the respective Department Head. For example, the Chief Engineer gives the word or provides a written statement requesting Epistemics distribute experimental '''ENGINEERING''' tools to the Engineering crew, or the Mystagogue approves of all Epistemics using and distributing speed boots to their department. This does not mean that a Departmental Head is strictly beholden to this baseline standard; understand that as Command, they ''should'' have an acute understanding of the '''''consequences''''' of distributing experimental equipment.

== Specializations ==
The Mantis and Chaplain are not considered regular epistemics employees. Please see [[Specialization Operating Procedures|Specialization SOP]].

== Dispensation of 'Experimental' Equipment ==
Epistemics are expected to understand that they are liable for the items, boards, and/or equipment they give away if it was used criminally.. It is not reasonable for Epistemics to mass-produce weapons or explosives of any kind unless under direct orders by the Captain or CO.

=== Expectations ===
* Epistemics should issue Logistics with an expedition board industrial ore processor when readily available'''.'''
* Epistemics should safeguard the protolathe and circuit board printer to prevent misuse to a reasonable degree.
* The Mystagogue should attempt to encourage keep a record of who they provide items, boards, or equipment to.

=== IPCs & Cybernetics ===
* Epistemics shall provide services to all crew IPCs and Cyborgs, such as upgrades, battery replacements, and repairs.
* This means they should be freely given higher-end batteries as they become available.
* Epistemics shall ask before creating Cyborgs for departments; otherwise, create typical Cyborg frames instead of Specialized ones, such as the Engineering or Medical Borgs.

== Anomaly Ownership ==
Anomalies are claimed by and the responsibility of whoever generated them, or whoever took to handling it first. The commanding officer or Mystagogue may order an anomaly's death at any time for any reason. An anomaly can only be "claimed" if an APE is nearby, and if it is claimed, all decisions regarding it fall to owner of the anomaly.

In order to prevent anomalies from going crit when the owner is distracted, it is recommended (but not enforced) that you label your APE with your name.

== Anomaly Kill Orders ==
The Mystagogue or the Comnmanding Officer (acting or not) is able to enforce an Anomaly Kill Order at any point if they deem the anomaly to be unsafe. They should, preferably, check with the anomaly's owner first, but they do not need to do so if the situation calls for it. Failure to abide by a kill order can lead a demotion.

Thief Antagonist SOP

2025-08-07T17:53:09Z

Sleepyapril:

<blockquote>So you want to be a little klepto, eh? That's all well and good, but there's a code for us folk we'd like for you to follow. If you can't even do that, we might just be inclined to take your collection from you.</blockquote>

=== The Thief's Code ===
* You may only steal one thing, as well as the essentials that are absolutely required to make it happen. Make it a good one.
** The thing of choice will be defined as "the target" within this SOP.
** You may also choose to steal a specific group of things, as listed below.
* Your goal is to sate your kleptomaniac tendencies, not get put in prison for longer than you need to.
** Avoid harming others at all costs.
*** Even in supposed self-defense, use any other tactics available to you to avoid Security stacking charges.
** Avoid unnecessary crimes that could lead to a longer arrest.
* You should never be doing any permanent station damage, including removing entire parts of the station or making a role unplayable.
** You can get away with stealing the AI at the end of a shift, when evac's arrived.
** Stealing a single vault of guns from the armory is fine, but stealing the armory itself is not. If you steal more than one vault's worth, ensure they have the ability to replace it first.
* The target should not be easily accessible. You want a big heist, not some easy target.
** For example, you should not be stealing the target from cryosleep or the HoS office when there's no HoS.
* The target should not be absolutely required for certain modes or the progression of a department.
** You want something big, but not so big that Central Command will be after you for life, and definitely not something that annoys the crew enough to send them after you.
** To be specific: do not steal the nuke, do not steal the cargo or salvage shuttle, do not steal an entire department, et cetera.
** ''If you are unsure if it's too far, ahelp and ask. If it ends up being too far and you didn't ask, it will be on you.''
<blockquote>Below is a compiled list of things you can steal multiple of without pissing off the wrong folk too hard. Made with... experience on the subject.</blockquote>
# Any command stamps
# Any command cloaks
# Any command bedsheets
# Any rare techboard with a minimum tier of three.
<blockquote>Don't make it too easy on yourself, a bunch of shoes is just a bunch of shoes; but an organized collection of every magboot on the station, sorted by size? Now that takes passion.</blockquote><blockquote></blockquote>

Thief Antagonist SOP

2025-08-07T17:52:28Z

Sleepyapril:

<blockquote>So you want to be a little klepto, eh? That's all well and good, but there's a code for us folk we'd like for you to follow. If you can't even do that, we might just be inclined to take your collection from you.</blockquote>

=== The Thief's Code ===
* You may only steal one thing, as well as the essentials that are absolutely required to make it happen. Make it a good one.
** The thing of choice will be defined as "the target" within this SOP.
** You may also choose to steal a specific group of things, as listed below.
* Your goal is to sate your kleptomaniac tendencies, not get put in prison for longer than you need to.
** Avoid harming others at all costs.
*** Even in supposed self-defense, use any other tactics available to you to avoid Security stacking charges.
** Avoid unnecessary crimes that could lead to a longer arrest.
* You should never be doing any permanent station damage, including removing entire parts of the station or making a role unplayable.
** You can get away with stealing the AI at the end of a shift, when evac's arrived.
** Stealing a single vault of guns from the armory is fine, but stealing the armory itself is not. If you steal more than one vault's worth, ensure they have the ability to replace it first.
* The target should not be easily accessible. You want a big heist, not some easy target.
** For example, you should not be stealing the target from cryosleep or the HoS office when there's no HoS.
* The target should not be absolutely required for certain modes or the progression of a department.
** You want something big, but not so big that Central Command will be after you for life, and definitely not something that annoys the crew enough to send them after you.
** To be specific: do not steal the nuke, do not steal the cargo or salvage shuttle, do not steal an entire department, et cetera.
** If you are unsure if it's too far, ahelp and ask. If it ends up being too far and you didn't ask, it will be on you.
<blockquote>Below is a compiled list of things you can steal multiple of without pissing off the wrong folk too hard. Made with... experience on the subject.</blockquote>
# Any command stamps
# Any command cloaks
# Any command bedsheets
# Any rare techboard with a minimum tier of three.
<blockquote>Don't make it too easy on yourself, a bunch of shoes is just a bunch of shoes; but an organized collection of every magboot on the station, sorted by size? Now that takes passion.</blockquote><blockquote></blockquote>