The Automata does not have a maximum of 10 VPs or a maximum of 5 VPs per objective type. Use a second cube to track additional VPs.
Each additional protocol card can only be acquired once per game and cannot be loss.
The same rules apply as those found in the Alliance expansion, particularly referencing the Crystal Temple scenario.
The Automata selects one of the compositions listed in the section, giving priority to options that decrease opponent unit diversity and bypass any defenses, if applicable (see above “Damage allocation)