STC Mindshields

[SemperVictor]

About the PR

Added mindshields for STCs

Why / Balance

Brings STC in line with the other command-level roles by giving them the mindshield

Technical details

Added the mindshield implant to stc.yml

How to test

1. Unlock the STC role
2. Spawn as STC
3. Acquire security glasses or your security/NFSD HUD of choice
4. See that your icon now blinks with the blue outline that protects you from revs

Media

Requirements

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Changelog

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• add: Added mindshields for STCs. Now your traffic calls are protected from revs!

[arimah]

I feel compelled to ask: where does this idea come from that the STC is a "command-level" role?

[Cetrius]

I feel compelled to ask: where does this idea come from that the STC is a "command-level" role?

They do have access to more secure areas.
They also roundstart with the command comms channel as well.

All NFSD have mindshields.
Even the security guard has one.
I think it would be quite reasonable for the STC, to also be mindshielded.

[arimah]

They have access to the office in which they work, which happens to be the FO bridge. They do not have Command access on their ID card and are not a member of command. They have command comms (and all other comms) for coordination only. In terms of hierarchy, they are in the same level as the janitor, guard and mail carrier. :>

[Cetrius]

Considering the mindshields purpose doesn't actually impact Frontier ( as we do not have any 'functional' mind control abilities )
But it frequently used as an indicator of ' you shouldn't be committing crimes as this role '
I do think this applies to the STC, especially as a core aspect of the role is Traffic Law.

[LTN-Akagi]

Plus it would stop anyone from considering to do crimes as the STC due to them having access to all the headset keys. As if they do a crime they can just listen in on NFSD without them knowing it was the STC who did the crime to start with.

Mind shielding isn't fully in the game yet. But it does give you an ooc indicator that you shouldn't do crime at all.

[SemperVictor]

It seems like a logical conclusion to me: they have rank, it's a role that needs to be unlocked via playtime on a role that at least partially answers to them (security guard) and they have access to the vast majority of comms including guard, NFSD and command. If that doesn't at least give the feeling that this is at least in part a command role, then something might need to be pared back.

[JojyAsmir]

It seems like a logical conclusion to me: they have rank, it's a role that needs to be unlocked via playtime on a role that at least partially answers to them (security guard) and they have access to the vast majority of comms including guard, NFSD and command. If that doesn't at least give the feeling that this is at least in part a command role, then something might need to be pared back.

This is how I see it as well. They aren't strictly speaking a command role, but they are in a position of higher expectations and have not insignificant comms access. And being a role that requires Guard playtime, which itself does have a mindshield.

[dustylens]

What's the worst possible outcome of the STC being mindshielded. I want the absolute worst case scenario. Like "I can't believe this happened this is absolutely the worst".

[Duran-cmd]

The opposite of what you are asking Dusty, but I almost had an STC fired for having no mind shield due to believing him to be an impersonator who had infiltrated the FO staff. The worst case scenario for them having no mind shield is absolutely terrible. Mind shields are your means of confirming who is FO staff and who is not FO staff, leaving them without a mind shield, while even the janitor gets one, is crazy.

[dustylens]

The opposite of what you are asking Dusty, but I almost had an STC fired for having no mind shield due to believing him to be an impersonator who had infiltrated the FO staff. The worst case scenario for them having no mind shield is absolutely terrible. Mind shields are your means of confirming who is FO staff and who is not FO staff, leaving them without a mind shield, while even the janitor gets one, is crazy.

This is honestly as good an answer as any.

[SemperVictor]

Yeah, honestly I may have come at it with semi-faulty reasoning but the end result should be the that STC should have the same treatment as any other Frontier staff by being mindshielded. That they are the only role that aren't is a bit weird.

[dustylens]

Seems to bring it to parity with the other roles of its type.

However! Keep in mind that the STC is not a command role. It is, at best, a public nuisance and a disturber of the peace.

[dustylens]

also mfw I see the security guard doesn't get a gift

[PeccNeck]

I feel compelled to ask: where does this idea come from that the STC is a "command-level" role?

However! Keep in mind that the STC is not a command role.

Probably peanut posting, but I find this a weird position to be taking. It may be hidden now, but STC is defined as a member of Command in terms of departments/playtime, and to my recollection always has been. (which is funny because DoC still isn't and PM is)

It's blue, has bridge access, is responsible for coordinating/commanding traffic and has the authority to issue reprimands for infringements, and aside from whitelist it even carries the exact same playtime requirements as SR. It isn't mentioned by name, but the Command Standards rules even go out of their way to talk about enforcing traffic rules and collecting fines.

I've always been under the impression, given the combination of all of the above, that STC was/is an entry-level command role - a taste of the higher-expectations experience without the full authority (and ensuing responsibility) of running announcements and station payrolls. If that's no longer the case, maybe some clarification (or feedback discussion?) is in order.

[dustylens]

Does the STC get a snack when the shift starts?

Jokes aside. We're getting a bit into the weeds here. But they're not running a bank, opening slots or doing any of those things. They're providing a service. They can open a few doors but they're basically a dock janitor. They don't have the broader command level tools that the SR/Sheriff/PM/DoC enjoy.

They're doing a specific job and they are part of the staff. But I think there's room to see where things are a smidge different there.

That's how I see it anyways! I think there's some logic there.

[Cetrius]

Personally, i've seen the STC operate as a 'SR assistant' when there isn't much traffic to enforce and from a role play perspective.

This is from a maunder server view - where there IS less traffic to manage, so the options for the STC open up somewhat.
Yes they are providing a service, but when there isn't any to do - its a pretty boring job, having all the comms channels does allow them to help with service and coordination when the SR is busy.

With regards to the snack - yes, I think the moldy bread in the break room is theirs..,