Cerebro is a device that detects and analyses alpha waves ("thought waves"). It was originally designed by Professor Charles Xavier for the purpose of detecting mutant human beings, which it does by detecting the unusual alpha wave properties generated by the "mutant gene". Alpha waves convey not just an individual's active thoughts but also their genetic makeup. Cerebro's computer system can roughly measure the amount of superhuman power possessed by a mutant, identify a person's geographic location, and even specify the identify of a person if they have an existing record in the database.
As well as passively recording alpha wave signals, Cerebro can be used to actively seek out individuals. Anyone can be taught to use Cerebro for this purpose, but it is most effective when used by a telepath. The user wears a special headset that is directly connected to Cerebro.
For reasons still to be determined, neo-mutants (that is, mutants whose powers are about to or have recently manifested) generate alpha waves with a more intense "mutant gene" signal. [+3 to find a neo-mutant mind]
Magneto twice tampered with the earth's electro-magnetic field to generate alpha wave interference, making it harder to locate people with Cerebro. It will be a few more years before equilibrium is restored and alpha wave patterns uninterrupted. [-3 to Detect Minds and Mind Scan]
| Powers | Cost |
| Sense Minds, ranged, discriminatory, targeting, takes Mind Scan penalties (+0.25), immobile OAF (-2) cerebro unit |
15
|
| +6 vs Mind Scan penalties, usable by one other (+0.25), immobile IIF (-1.25) antenna |
5
|
| +6d6 Mind Scan, 0 END, usable by one other (+0.25), immobile OAF (-2) cerebro unit |
52
|
| +6d6 Telepathy, 0 END, passive telepathy only (-0.5), usable by one other (+0.25), immobile OAF (-2) cerebro unit |
35
|
| TOTAL |
142
|