Gems

Gems provide bonuses by means of magical effects. These effects depend on the slot the gem is equipped in.

In order to equip a gem, you need a slot available. Each player begins the game with a Defense and Versatility slot as part of their conventional clothing, jewelry or body modifications, and in order to equip additional gems they need equipment or abilities possessing gem slot modifications.

Some equipment may also come with "locked" gem slots. These are slots with a permanently fixed gem, which may never be removed or replaced without destroying the item.

Usually gems may not be swapped out during play. However an exception to this rule is made if neither the gem nor slot has provided any benefits since the last significant period of rest or travel.