INTEL/MANUAL_CHM8
cyborg SNACK GUIDE
COMPOUND REFERENCE TABLE
All ChemicalMate chips are visually coded to indicate the effects of consumption.
Micromachines Types A2/B2/R7
Type: Micromachine
Appearance: Microscopic; suspended in all chip substrates
Effect: Broad-spectrum cybernetic system maintenance
Notes: Not for treatment of injuries
Glucose
Type: Substrate
Appearance: Monochromatic crystalline pattern, black
Effect: Energy replenishment
Notes: Common substrate; all chips contain some amount of glucose
Carbon Fiber
Type: Substrate
Appearance: Imitation carbon fiber weave pattern, black
Effect: Carbon and fiber replenishment
Notes: Used by micromachines for repairing components and digestion
Carbohydrates
Type: Substrate
Appearance: Granular texture, white
Effect: Energy replenishment
Notes: Formulated to favor taste over efficiency
Transtroleum
Type: Substrate or Compound
Appearance: Rainbow crystalline pattern, black
Effect: General-purpose joint lubrication
Notes: Synthetic
Neural Paste
Type: Substrate or Compound
Appearance: Fine rainbow sparkles, black
Effect: Brain coating
Notes: Facilitates recovery from more invasive neural interface cybernetics
UVFl-G Coolant
Type: Compound
Appearance: Neon green, transparent, UV-reactive
Effect: Supplemental coolant
Notes: High performance; must be flushed after 96 hours
UVFl-Y Flush
Type: Compound
Appearance: Neon yellow, transparent, UV-reactive
Effect: Filtration flushing and cleansing agent
Notes: Will not inhibit effectiveness of cybernetic drug screening
UVFl-R/P/O Stimulant
Type: Compound
Appearance: Neon red, transparent, UV-reactive
Effect: Metabolic stimulant, hastening select chemical reactions
Notes: Addictive
MxPr Neural Glaze
Type: Compound
Appearance: Purple, transparent, glossy
Effect: Brain-computer interface suppression, facilitates further medication
Notes: Grape flavored
RbIr-F Radiation Shielding
Type: Compound
Appearance: Blue, orange reflective sheen, transparent, frosted
Effect: Heavy ion and alpha particle absorption
Notes: Minor resistance against some radiation sources; cumulative
GaOrPhos Electrolytic
Type: Compound
Appearance: Orange, transparent, glows in the dark
Effect: Electrolyte replenishment
Notes: Hyper concentrated; humans can microdose in emergencies
NyQT-F Narcofine
Type: Compound
Appearance: Teal, transparent, frosted
Effect: Multi-purpose soothing agent
Notes: Effects vary drastically with dosage
ChR-F Regeneration
Type: Compound
Appearance: Red, transparent, frosted
Effect: Non-critical injury repair
Notes: Base compounds for rebuilding synthetic muscle and skin; slow-acting
LiPr-F Neural Nebula
Type: Compound
Appearance: Purple, transparent, frosted
Effect: Promotes brain-computer interface synapse interlink
Notes: Some research suggests psychological addiction can occur
GfOr-F Amplification
Type: Compound
Appearance: Orange, transparent, frosted
Effect: Enhances effects of select organic chemical reactions
Notes: Side effects may include bone whistle and eyesplosion
DaW-Prism Ascension
Type: Compound
Appearance: White, light blue iridescent sheen
Effect: Causes natural formation of BCI synapse superclusters
Notes: Effects are irreversible
RuR-M Bloodgeizer
Type: Compound
Appearance: Red, mirrored
Effect: Emergency deep injury repair
Notes: Base compounds and micromachines for repairing critical organs
ChG-M Confluence
Type: Compound
Appearance: Gold, mirrored
Effect: Increase skin and muscle connective strength
Notes: Incremental, cumulative effects
EmG-M Fortification
Type: Compound
Appearance: Green, mirrored
Effect: Increase muscle and organ density
Notes: Incremental, cumulative effects
SaB-M Overclock
Type: Compound
Appearance: Blue, mirrored
Effect: Brain-computer interface stimulant
Notes: Repeated use known to cause temporal dissociation
ICBYRTF Gratitude
Type: Checkout code
Appearance: Rare
Effect: Five bucks off a basic ChemicalMate SnackRack
Notes: I can't believe you read this far
Vitabytes
Type: Compound Mix
Appearance: Miniature fruits and vegetables
Effect: Balanced nutrition
Notes: Can be eaten raw; hyperhydration recommended
LmWB-M Ceramilica
Type: Compound
Appearance: White on black, matte
Effect: Reinforce skeleton with ceramic-silica metamaterials
Notes: Base compounds and specialized micromachines
BP95-M Isolation
Type: Compound
Appearance: Black, matte
Effect: Low energy radiation absorption
Notes: Harden vs. cosmic radiation; includes specialized micromachines
SOCKET OVERVIEW
ChemicalMate sockets are the triangular spaces in which chips can be inserted. Some socket products include alternate terminology - for example, a "SnackRack" consists of three sockets in a basic keychain format. Other names for socket types include "setting", "fixture", and "holder".
SOCKET OPERATION
Some sockets have specific controls. Please see the appropriate section below for details.
CHIP INSERTION/REMOVAL
Any chip can be inserted in any socket without tools.
To insert a chip, insert the long edge of a chip into the long edge of a socket, then apply pressure to the opposite corner to fully seat the chip.
To remove a chip, apply pressure to one corner on the backside and push the chip out of the socket.
Remember, a corner is always easier to remove than a long edge.
SnackRack chip swap demonstration:
ENERGIZER SOCKETS
Some ChemicalMate varieties can be enhanced with photonic radiation. Energizer sockets emit chromatic energy, which can boost the effects (and aesthetics) of compatible chips.
Compatible chips have varying degrees of transparency, allowing certain energy frequencies to permeate the compound matrix. Matching colors generally yields the brightest results, but some combinations can produce neat effects.
Controls:
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Sliding side switch: main power
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Round button: mode cycle (7 colors, 2 shifting patterns)
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Rechargeable via Micro-USB (8" cable included)
The CE1 single chip Energizer supports multiple carrying methods:
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Keychain: hang with included hook-and-loop strap / carabiner
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Edge clip: slide over fabric edge or molle strap
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Surface mount: mount on thin surface with provided machine screws
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Pendant: hang with included lanyard
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>> A 2mm hex wrench is required to configure for certain methods
Slide the power switch towards the triangular socket to turn the LED on. On the single chip Energizer, the power switch looks like it should move at an angle, but it actually moves straight up and down, parallel to the keychain strap.
If the LED does not turn on right away, the battery may have been accidentally drained. Plug it in and look for a red light behind the color cycle button to verify that it's charging.
KEYCHAIN SOCKETS
Keychain sockets feature a 1" wide hook-and-loop strap and triangular carabiner.
SURFACE MOUNT SOCKETS (POLYNODE)
Surface mount sockets use nuts, bolts, and a backer to firmly attach to fabric or flat surfaces. Installation typically involves making at least one hole in the host surface (clever applications can sometimes avoid this, like installing on a fabric edge). These sockets can also slot into molle webbing.
This system is used in another Starside product line, the Polynode. See that listing or this [outdated] diagram for more information.
PENDANT SOCKETS
Pendant sockets come with a cord for wearing around the neck.
OTHER SOCKETS
Other sockets include:
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Inline Strap - wide slots on either end allow integration with various strap systems
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Equipment Socket - some other products include an integrated ChemicalMate socket
For a full list of all ChemicalMate products, please see this store category:
Includes:
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Chip menu - various formulas for various needs
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Socket options - convenient carrying solutions
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Energizers - photonic radiation enhancement
ChemicalMate is a line of consumables for cyborgs that provide beneficial effects in cybernetic bodies. Each triangular "chip" contains chemical compounds specially formulated for maintenance, repair, and/or performance, as well as bulk glucose and administrative micromachines.
A variety of socket styles are available, all of which are compatible with all chips. Mix, match, and store your preferred chips in fixtures like a two-sided pendant, an illuminated broach, or a three-pack keychain.
Cyborg rations are only compatible with specific archetypes of fully cybernetic digestive systems and are extremely toxic to organic systems. Consult your cybernetics specialist to see if ChemicalMate products are right for your shell.
Handling and storage is generally safe so long as chemical reaction has not begun. Many unmodified humans with cybernetic aspirations enjoy collecting and displaying ChemicalMate products.