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These are books you can find ingame.
These are books you can find ingame, grouped by subject.


*[[The Buddy Book]] - How to program guardbuddies.<br>Related guide: [[TermOS]]
==Command Books==
These books detail aspects of Goonstation's general Command responsibilities.


*[[Mineralogy 101]] - An ore encyclopedia.<br>Related guide: [[Guide to Mining]]
*[[Image:AIProgramming101Book.png|64px]][[AI Programming 101]] - How to write effective [[AI Laws|laws]] for the [[AI|AI]].<br>Related guide: [[AI Laws]]


*[[Pharmacopia]] - Essential medical drugs.<br>Related guide: [[Doctoring]]
*[[Image:Captaining101Book.png|64px]][[Captaining 101]] - An essential crash course for new [[Captain|Captains]] about their [[Security Objects#Energy Gun|tools]] and responsibilities. <br>Related guide: [[Captain]]


*[[DWAINE for Dummies]] - How to use computers running DWAINE.<br>Related guide: [[TermOS]]
==Medical Books==
These books detail aspects of Goonstation's medical system, like making medicine or treating patients.


*[[The Helpful Hydroponics Handbook]] - Botany primer.<br>Related guide: [[Guide to Botany]]
*[[Image:MedicalGuideV2.png|64px]][[Medbay Pocket Guide]] - A brief explanation of how to prepare medicine, diagnose, and heal patients as [[Medical Doctor]]. <br> Related guides: [[Medical Doctor]], [[Doctoring]]


*[[Dummies guide to material science]] - (Outdated) Ore processing explanation.<br>Related guide: [[Ore Processing]]
*[[Image:PharmacopiaGuideV2.png|64px]][[Pharmacopia]] - Essential medical drugs.<br>Related guide: [[Doctoring]]


*[[To Serve Man]] - Basic kitchen recipes.<br>Related guide: [[Food]]
*[[Image:SurgicalTextbookV2.png|64px]][[Trent's Anatomy]] - Step-by-step instructions on surgery and info on the types of organs, their ailments, and their treatments. <br>Related guide: [[Doctoring]].


*[[Mechanic components and you]] - An overview of the mechanic components.<br>Related guide: [[MechComp]], see [[Mechanic]]
*[[Image:ElectiveProstheticsBook.png|64px]][[Elective Prosthetics for Dummies]] - Step-by-step instructions on how to do surgery and then also replace organs with [[Roboticist#Cyberheart|cybernetic variants]]. <br>Related guides: [[Doctoring]], [[Roboticist]]


*[[Creature Conspectus]] - Part of the tabletop gaming kit.<br>Related guide: [[Guide to writing]]
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Cryogenics Instruction Manual]] - How to set up the cryogenics system and how to treat people with it. <br>Related guide: [[Medical Doctor#Using the Cryo Chambers|Medical Doctor]].


*[[Critter Compendium]] - A catalog of most major liveforms found aboard Space Station 13. <br> Related guide: [[Critter]]
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[H-87 Cloning Apparatus Manual]] - How to use the cloning lab. <br> Related guide: [[Medical Doctor#The Cloner|Medical Doctor]].


*[[Frontier Justice: A Treatise on Space Law]] - A [[Security Officer]]'s guide to crime and proper arrest procedures.<br> Related guide: [[Space Law]]
==Research Books==
These books deal with systems within or related to the [[Research Wing|Research Department]].


*[[Image:BuddyBookV2.png|64px]][[The Buddy Book]] - How to program guardbuddies.<br>Related guide: [[TermOS]]
*[[Image:CreatureConspectusV2.png|64px]][[Critter Compendium]] - A catalog of most major lifeforms found aboard Space Station 13. <br> Related guide: [[Critter]]
*[[Image:DWAINEForDummiesV2.png|64px]][[DWAINE for Dummies]] - How to use computers running DWAINE.<br>Related guide: [[TermOS]]
==Civilian Books==
Are you a [[Botanist]], [[Chef]], or [[Bartender]]? These jobs discuss aspects of growing, making, and serving foods and drinks.
*[[Image:BartenderGuideV2.png|64px]][[Bartending Pocket Guide]] - A brief, informal guide that outlines the [[Bartender]]'s workplace, the machines and tools they use, the basics of cocktail decoration, and some example drinks. <br> Related guides: [[Bartender]], [[Foods and Drinks]]
* [[Bee Exposition Extravaganza]] - Instructions on hatching bees and discussion of various types of space bees. <br> Related guides: [[Critter]]
*[[Image:HydroponicsHandbookV2.png|64px]][[The Helpful Hydroponics Handbook]] - Botany primer.<br>Related guide: [[Guide to Botany]]
*[[Image:BotanyPocketGuide.png|64px]]Botany Pocket Guide - A quick infographic on the basics of [[Botanist|botany]], tailored for new players
*[[Image:RanchPocketGuide.png|64px]]Ranch Pocket Guide - A helpful schematic detailing the available breeds of [[Rancher#Chickens|chickens]] and what their evolutionary paths are
*[[Image:ToServeManV2.png|64px]][[To Serve Man]] - Basic kitchen recipes.<br>Related guide: [[Food]]
==Engineering Books==
These books explain engineering-related topics, such setting up certain kinds of engines, and other mechanics relevant to those in the Engineering department.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Generator Startup Procedure]] - A basic setup for the [[Thermoelectric Generator]], step-by-step. <br>Related guide: [[Thermoelectric_Generator#Basic_Startup_Procedure|Basic Startup Procedure]]
*[[Image:TEGPowerGenerationGuide.png|64px]][[Thermo-electric Power Generation]] - Essential information about running the [[Thermoelectric Generator]], including how to use blowers, circulators, the semiconductor, and different gas properties. <br> Related guide: [[Thermoelectric Generator]]
*[[Image:GeothermalBookV2.png|64px]][[The Goon Geothermal Capture System Field Training Manual]] - How to set up Oshan Laboratory's Geothermal Capture System<br> Related guide: [[Geothermal Generator]]
*[[File:NuclearGuideV2.png|64px]][[Nuclear Engineering for Idiots]] - Some basic information on the nuclear reactor on [[Clarion]], mainly about its components. <br> Related guide: [[Nuclear Generator]]
*[[Image:SpatialInterdictorGuide.png|64px]][[Spatial Interdictor Assembly and Use]] - A book on how to assemble Spatial Interdictors and the types of threats they can negate or reduce. <br> Related guide: [[Spatial Interdictor Guide]]
*[[Image:EngineGuideV2.png|64px]][[Engineering Pocket Guide]] - A guidebook with concise instructions on setting the solars and repairing the station. <br> Related guides: [[Engineer]], [[Construction]], [[Power Grid]]
*[[Image:MechcompGuideV2.png|64px]][[Mechanic components and you]] - An overview of the mechanic components.<br>Related guide: [[MechComp]]
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[How to properly operate Singularity Buster rocket launcher‎]] - Instructions on the singularity buster rocket launcher <br> Related guide: [[Singularity_Generator#Singuloose|Singuloose]]
===Supply Books===
These books detail specifically with the duties of [[Quartermaster]]s and [[Miner]]s, who are often considered a subset within the Engineering department.
*[[Image:CargoGuideV2.png|64px]][[Cargo Pocket Guide]] - A short introduction to the [[Quartermaster]] job. <br> Related guide: [[Quartermaster]].
**[[Image:CargoGuideV2.png|64px]][[Cargo Pocket Guide (Nadir Version)]] - QMs on [[Nadir]] get an alternate version of the Cargo Pocket Guide due to the station's radically different cargo system. <br> Related guide: [[Quartermaster]]
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*[[File:DWAINEForDummiesV2.png|64px]][[NT-PROTO: Transception Array]] - How to construct and operate the [[Nadir]]'s unique system for sending and receiving both cargo and communications<br> Related guide: [[Quartermaster#Transception Array|Quartermaster]].
*[[Image:MinerologyGuideV2.png|64px]][[Mineralogy 101]] - An ore encyclopedia.<br>Related guide: [[Guide to Mining]]
*[[Image:MiningPocketGuideV2.png|64px]][[Mining Pocket Guide]] - Introduces basic tools used in Mining, a sample of more advanced equipment and machines, and some of the common ores encountered. <br> Related guides: [[Guide to Mining]], [[Miner]]
*[[image:MatsciGuideBookV2.png|64px]][[Dummies' Guide to Material Science]] - A comprehensive overview of the Materials Science system, including [[Guide to Mining|basic]] and [[Ore Processing|advanced]] materials and their properties.<br> Related guides: [[Ore Processing]], [[Guide to Mining]]
==Security Books==
The following books explain some of the tools and practices used by Security personnel.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[A-97 Port-A-Brig Manual]] - How to use the Port-a-Brig. <br> Related guide: [[Security Objects#Port-a-Brig|Security Objects]]
*[[Image:SpaceLawV2.png|64px]][[Image:SpaceLawFirstEdV2.png|64px]][[Nanotrasen Space Law]] - Guidance on contraband policy, uniforms, and proper arrest and punishment procedures. Note that the actual in-game object is called "Space Law", a shortened version of its full title.<br> Related guide: [[Space Law]]
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Your Lawbringer And You‎]] - A guide to the Lawbringer and its modes. <br> Related guide: [[Security Objects#Lawbringer]]
==Syndicate Books==
Essentially the blacklisted books in this sector of space, information for aspiring [[Nuclear Operative|Nuclear Operatives]] to keep in mind.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Nuclear Agent Sentry Turret Manual]] - How to set up, use, and disassemble the [[Syndicate Items#Class Crate - Combat Engineer|combat engineer's sentry gun]]. <br> Related guide: [[Syndicate Items#Class Crate - Combat Engineer|Syndicate Items]]
*[[Image:SyndiesGuideBook.png|64px]][[A Syndicate's Guide to Doing Your Fuckin' Job]] - A brief primer for new [[Nuclear Operative|Nuclear Operatives]] on some suggested loadouts and how to plan for infiltrating a station. <br> Related Guide: [[Nuclear Operative]]
*[[Image:SyndicateCommandersDiaryBook.png|64px]][[Syndicate Commander's Diary]] - A personal collection of epistolaries from the Syndicate Commander that were never meant to be read by anyone but themselves.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Reinforcement Disclaimer]] - A quick disclaimer and guide on how to operate the <!-- Update with link later -->'''Syndicate Reinforcement Beacon'''.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Laser Designator Pamphlet]] - Another pamphlet outlining how to function the '''Laser Designator''' within the commander's uplink.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Deployment Remote Note]] - Yet another pamphlet for the Nuclear Commander's uplink, outlining the usage of the '''Rapid Team Deployment Remote'''.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Marionette Implant Readme]] - A guide to the [[Syndicate Items#Marionette Implant|marionette implant]], including [[Packets#Marionette implants (115.3)|how to use it with packets]]. <br> Related guide: [[Syndicate Items#Marionette Implant|Syndicate Items]]
==Miscellaneous Books==
These books cover subjects that don't quite fit in the previous categories or are actually fiction.
*[[Image:GreenBookV2.png|64px]][[Creature Conspectus Revised Edition]] - Suggestions of monster encounters for an in-game tabletop RPG.<br>Related guide: [[Guide to writing]]
*[[Image:DealingWithClonelinessBook.png|64px]][[Dealing With Cloneliness]] - A series of haiku from some beleaguered [[Geneticist]].
*[[Image:TheTrialofHeisenbeeV2.png|64px]][[The Trial of Heisenbee]] & [[Image:AlbertBookV2.png|64px]][[Albert and the Deep Blue Sea]] - Short children's stories featuring various animals on the station.
*[[Image:FunFactsAboutShelterfrogsBook.png|64px]][[Fun Facts About Shelterfrogs]] - A nature guide about Space Station 13's most beloved inhabitants, the Shelterfrogs.
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]] [[How to properly install official Nanotrasen neon lining]] - Instilling neon lining, step by step. <br> Related guide: [[Construction#Neon lining]]
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]] [[SOLO card game rules]] - How to play SOLO (formerly known as MONO), Goonstation's (lawyer-friendly) version of Uno.<br> Related guide: None
*[[Image:SkullBookV2.png|64px]][[Spacemen the Grifening rulebook]] - Rules and explanations on how to play Spacemen: the Grifening, an in-game collectible card game. <br> Related guide: [[Spacemen: The Grifening]]
*[[Image:CreatureConspectusV2.png|64px]][[Stations and Syndicates 9th Edition Rulebook]] - A guide to playing a simple tabletop RPG in-game, including character setup and encounter rules. <br> Related guide: [[Guide to writing]]
*[[File:ATreatiseOnBuildAVends.png|64px]][[A Treatise on Build-A-Vends]] - Step by step instructions for player-built vending machines<br> Related guide: [[Construction#Player Vending Machines|Construction]]
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]] [[Wizardry 101]] - A basic introduction to playing [[Wizard]]. <br> Related guide: [[Wizard]]
*[[Image:GreyBookV2.png|64px]][[Your Player Piano and You]] - Guide to the player piano's note formatting, error messages, and other functions. <br> Related guide: [[Piano Song Dump]]
==Outdated Books==
The books listed here are either a) no longer in the game or b) still in the game, but discuss content that is no longer in the gamee. They are kept around for historical interest.
*[[File:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Chemical Information‎]] - Describes [[plasma]] gas and the chemicals inaprovaline, dylovene, and sleep toxin, which no longer exist. <br> Updated guides: [[Chemicals]], [[Gas]]
*[[File:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[A Crash Course in Legal SOP]] - Instructions on trials and due process. <br> Updated guide: N/A, for trials have been phased out. See [[Space Law]] for current punishment procedures.
*[[Creature Conspectus Original Edition]] - The old edition of the Creature Conspectus that was deliberately unusable. <br>Updated guide: [[Creature Conspectus Revised Edition]]
*[[Dummies guide to material science (Old)|Dummies guide to material science (Old)]] - Outdated explanation of material properties.<br>Updated guide: [[Dummies' Guide to Material Science]], [[Ore Processing]]
*[[File:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Generator Startup Procedure (Old)‎]] - The old version of the [[Generator Startup Procedure‎]] for the old version of the thermoelectric generator <br> Updated guide: [[Thermoelectric Generator]].
*[[Image:SpaceLawV2.png|64px]][[Image:SpaceLawFirstEdV2.png|64px]][[Frontier Justice: A Treatise on Space Law]] - The previous version of [[Nanotrasen Space Law]], focusing on the different types of crime, their punishments, and proper arrest procedures. Just like that book, the actual in-game object used the abbreviated title, "Space Law". <br> Related guide: [[Nanotrasen Space Law]], [[Space Law]]
*[[Mining Pocket Guide No. 1]] & [[Mining Pocket Guide No. 2‎]] - Two handbooks that spawned together in the pockets of [[Miner|Miners]]. No. 1 explained mining equipment and ores found through mining, while No. 2 detailed the role of [[Miner|Miners]], common hazards while mining, and some tips on using mining gear. Later updated and merged into one book called [[Mining Pocket Guide]]. <br> Updated guides: [[Guide to Mining]], [[Mining Pocket Guide]]
*[[File:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Job Information]] - Various jobs on the station, their access levels, and their duties. <br> Updated guide: [[Jobs]]
*[[Image:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[So you've contracted a pathogen!]] - Pamphlet on how to use to use Cargo's CDC link to analyze and cure diseases from the [[Guide to Pathology|pathology system]]. <br>Updated guide: Technically none since the CDC feature was removed, and the pathology system is permanently disabled, but [[Guide to Pathology#QM|Guide to Pathology]] is shows how it would have been done.
*[[File:PaperWithWriting.png|64px]][[Standard Operating Procedure]] - Outlines how to handle various emergencies, such as fires and plasma leaks. <br> Updated guide: [[Engineer]]
*[[Image:CreatureConspectusV2.png|64px]][[Stations and Syndicates 8th Edition Rulebook]] - An old version of the Stations and Syndicates rulebbook, predating the addition of pugs. <br> Updated guides: [[Guide to writing]], [[Stations and Syndicates 9th Edition Rulebook]]
*[[Image:TorpedoGuideV2.png|64px]][[Torpedoes And You Aka How To Not Blow Yourself Up]] - Info on the types of [[torpedoes]] and instructions on how to load and fire them. <br> Updated guide: None
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Latest revision as of 05:40, 11 August 2024

These are books you can find ingame, grouped by subject.

Command Books

These books detail aspects of Goonstation's general Command responsibilities.

Medical Books

These books detail aspects of Goonstation's medical system, like making medicine or treating patients.

  • SurgicalTextbookV2.pngTrent's Anatomy - Step-by-step instructions on surgery and info on the types of organs, their ailments, and their treatments.
    Related guide: Doctoring.

Research Books

These books deal with systems within or related to the Research Department.

Civilian Books

Are you a Botanist, Chef, or Bartender? These jobs discuss aspects of growing, making, and serving foods and drinks.

  • BotanyPocketGuide.pngBotany Pocket Guide - A quick infographic on the basics of botany, tailored for new players
  • RanchPocketGuide.pngRanch Pocket Guide - A helpful schematic detailing the available breeds of chickens and what their evolutionary paths are

Engineering Books

These books explain engineering-related topics, such setting up certain kinds of engines, and other mechanics relevant to those in the Engineering department.

Supply Books

These books detail specifically with the duties of Quartermasters and Miners, who are often considered a subset within the Engineering department.

Security Books

The following books explain some of the tools and practices used by Security personnel.

  • SpaceLawV2.pngSpaceLawFirstEdV2.pngNanotrasen Space Law - Guidance on contraband policy, uniforms, and proper arrest and punishment procedures. Note that the actual in-game object is called "Space Law", a shortened version of its full title.
    Related guide: Space Law

Syndicate Books

Essentially the blacklisted books in this sector of space, information for aspiring Nuclear Operatives to keep in mind.

  • SyndicateCommandersDiaryBook.pngSyndicate Commander's Diary - A personal collection of epistolaries from the Syndicate Commander that were never meant to be read by anyone but themselves.
  • PaperWithWriting.pngDeployment Remote Note - Yet another pamphlet for the Nuclear Commander's uplink, outlining the usage of the Rapid Team Deployment Remote.

Miscellaneous Books

These books cover subjects that don't quite fit in the previous categories or are actually fiction.

  • PaperWithWriting.png SOLO card game rules - How to play SOLO (formerly known as MONO), Goonstation's (lawyer-friendly) version of Uno.
    Related guide: None

Outdated Books

The books listed here are either a) no longer in the game or b) still in the game, but discuss content that is no longer in the gamee. They are kept around for historical interest.

  • PaperWithWriting.pngJob Information - Various jobs on the station, their access levels, and their duties.
    Updated guide: Jobs
Game Mechanics
The Basics Getting Started · Super Quick Tutorial · Rules · Game FAQ · Quick guide to station systems · Mentorhelp · SpicyChickenGod Tutorials
Critters Remy.png Critters · CyborgV3-64x64.gif Cyborgs · RobuddyLoveV2.gif Robots · BiosuitNew.png Viruses
Game Abstractions IDCardBlankV2-27x13.png Access Levels · MartianRover.png Adventure Zone · Basicfishingrod.png Fishing · OmniTraitorV2-64x64.gif Game Modes · HealthImplantNewHUD.png Health Indicators · 2k13VintageSantaHatV2-32x32.png Holiday Cheer · InHand.png Inventory · WarMedal-32x32.png Medals · BasketballV2.png Random Events · Clipboard2.png Station Grade · MonsieurStirstirV2-32x32.png Traitor Objectives · GraduationCap-32x32.png XP · ScienceTeleporterComputer.png Z-level
Miscellaneous Falsemustache.png Being A Better Traitor · WizardSpellbookV2-32x32.gif Books · CommunicationsComputer.png Calling the Escape Shuttle · PaintMachine.png Fixing the Paint Machine · DrinkRobustEezV3.png Guide to Being Robust · LaserGunV2-32x32.png Guide to Murder · Men.png Kendo · NtcommanderNew64.png NT Reputation · StampV2.png Roleplay Tips and Tricks · WallSafe32x32.png Safe-Cracking · SpacebuxToken.png Spacebux · StGDeckV2.png Spacemen: The Grifening · MiniPutt.png Space Travel · NanotrasenBeret.png Traits · ZoldorfSprite.png Zoldorf
Books
Command AI Programming 101 · Captaining 101
Engineering Engineering Pocket Guide · Generator Startup Procedure · The Goon Geothermal Capture System Field Training Manual · Nuclear Engineering for Idiots · How to properly operate Singularity Buster rocket launcher‎ · Mechanic components and you · Spatial Interdictor Assembly and Use · Thermo-electric Power Generation
Supply Cargo Pocket Guide (Nadir Version) · NT-PROTO: Transception Array · Dummies' Guide to Material Science · Mineralogy 101 · Mining Pocket Guide
Medical Cryogenics Instruction Manual‎ · Elective Prosthetics for Dummies · H-87 Cloning Apparatus Manual · Medbay Pocket Guide · Pharmacopia · Trent's Anatomy
Research The Buddy Book · Critter Compendium · DWAINE for Dummies
Civilian Bartending Pocket Guide · Bee Exposition Extravaganza · The Helpful Hydroponics Handbook · To Serve Man
Security A-97 Port-A-Brig Manual · Nanotrasen Space Law · Your Lawbringer And You
Syndicate Nuclear Agent Sentry Turret Manual · Syndicate Commander's Diary · A Syndicate's Guide to Doing Your Fuckin' Job · Reinforcement Disclaimer · Laser Designator Pamphlet · Deployment Remote Note · Marionette Implant Readme
Miscellaneous Albert and the Deep Blue Sea · Creature Conspectus Revised Edition · Dealing With Cloneliness · Fun Facts About Shelterfrogs · How to properly install official Nanotrasen neon lining · SOLO card game rules · Spacemen the Grifening rulebook · Stations and Syndicates 9th Edition Rulebook · A Treatise on Build-A-Vends · The Trial of Heisenbee · Wizardry 101 · Your Player Piano and You
Archive
Former Features Discontinued Game Modes · Discontinued Syndicate Items · Construction Server · Old Constructions · Old Electronics · Old Material Science · Old Nuclear Engine · Ass Jam · Ass Jam Changelog · Guide to Pathology · Pathogen Symptoms · Pathology Research (old) · Pathology for Dummies (outdated) · Pathology Mutations · Beesmark's Goon Guide to Robust Security · Powering the station · Torpedoes
Discontinued Jobs Atmospheric Technician · Chemist · Communications Officer · Construction Worker · Elite Security · Head Surgeon · Intruder · Martian · Mechanic · Part-Time Vice Officer · Replicant · Spy · The Welder
Retired Maps Donut Station · Devstation · Mushroom Station · Chiron Outpost · Samedi · Linemap · Manta · Horizon · Destiny
Past Locales Prison Station · Syndicate Shuttle
Old Lore Chemical Information‎ · A Crash Course in Legal SOP · Creature Conspectus Original Edition · Dummies guide to material science (Old) · Frontier Justice: A Treatise on Space Law · Generator Startup Procedure (Old)‎ · Job Information · Mining Pocket Guide No. 1‎ · Mining Pocket Guide No. 2‎ · Old Storyline · So you've contracted a pathogen! · Standard Operating Procedure · Stations and Syndicates 8th Edition Rulebook · Torpedoes And You Aka How To Not Blow Yourself Up
Outdated Culture Pubbie Tears · Dumb Pubbies · Banned Camp · Android Data
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