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Flare
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TBD
Type Sensory Aid
Tech Level TL–TBD
Cost TBD
Size TBD
Weight 0.25 kg
Manufacturer Various
TBD

A Flare is a handheld signalling device.

  • It is a chemical flare device.

Description (Specifications)

A flare is a tube packed with chemicals that burn very brightly or give off smoke, usually to attract attention in an emergency.

  • Different colors of smoke or light may denote different meanings.
  • Some flares may have an audible component (typically a whistle or a loud bang).

At higher tech levels, chemical flares may be replaced by Laser Flares.

History & Background (Dossier)

A flare is specifically a handheld device. Once ignited it may be carried, but is normally thrown or dropped.

Launched flares:

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