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.