“The largest starships, those exceeding 3 megatons in dry mass, are simply too large, complex and dangerous to be entrusted to conventional means of control. These beastly vessels require not one, but two operators: the captain themselves and the APE (Artificial Personal Entity) of the ship itself. Using a special command seat and headset, the captain merges their mind with that of the vessel’s artificial intelligence, enabling a higher level of consciousness that allows for safe operation. Only the strongest minds can safely interact with these devices, which prevent the ship’s immense weight and extreme speed from inflicting devastating harm on nearby stations and planets.”
— Kantibar Travel Captain’s Manual, 18th Edition