Upkeep

Upkeep represents the ongoing costs of keeping your Equipment, Cyberware, [Vehicles], ammunition and other purchased goods and services operational. Fuel must be bought, licences renewed, software updated, ammunition replaced and moving parts maintained. Nothing lasts forever, and in the [Federation], somebody always sends the bill.

At the start of each [Cycle], pay the Upkeep for any Items, Cyberware, [Components], [Vehicles], Abilities or other goods and services you wish to use during the upcoming [Cycle].

Paying Upkeep is optional. However, until its Upkeep is paid, an Items, Cyberware, [Components], [Vehicles], Abilities or other goods and service provides no rules or benefits. [:Game Mechanics:Definitions:Upkeep#Upkeep]] may be paid at any time to restore its functionality, though repeatedly neglecting maintenance may have additional consequences, as Appropriate.