Second: This is definitely something that you're welcome to pursue (for good or for ill). It's also completely insane but that might work in Bruce's favor. Because breaking into the commission of public security's office is so patently bonkers, it's very possible that airtight security of the Public Security offices isn't as ironclad on Ngozi's office proper. Walking into the private sectors of the building would be incredibly difficult, but there may be other alternatives to accessing Public Security's office space.
The public sectors of the building log both the digital IDs and the faces of anyone who enters and exits. Hosts are wearing tech that scrambles the facial recognition technology of Concordian security feeds, meaning that computers won't be able to log Bruce's appearance but anyone physically present might be able to recognize/describe him etc. It might be prudent for him to wear some kind of disguise or body modification. Further, it's possible for a host to remove their earpiece - this means they'd lose their connection to Concordian security systems and the facial tech scrambler, but they'd also theoretically be invisible to most basic Concordian logging systems. Because 99.9% of the Concordian population has a built in digital identity, most security systems rely on that chip pinging off the local systems to identify, place and track individuals's movements.
While Bruce won't be able to determine in advance for sure what kind of security might be waiting in the private sectors of Public Security's HQ, here's a list of possible tech and common security features on the market:
Manned security desk/station (very very likely)
Digital security checkpoints on important doorways or lifts requiring an 'approved' ID match in the security database to pass through (cheap, very likely)
Biological ID scanners such as handprint ID or retina scan (outdated; possible, but usually in combination with something else since both can be manufactured)
Pressure sensitive floors (expensive, unlikely)
Whatever Your Heart Desires TBH (if there's something you think might be cool and you want to play with - sure. it exists.)
Additionally, since Bruce is likely to be doing some advance investigation of the HQ and the area around here, here's some things you might want to know/utilize:
Public Security HQ is located in the DELTA BLOCK of Concordia. It's a twenty story building with multiple basement levels. It has both a rooftop and subterranean motor pool.
PS employs roughly 100,000 uniformed and auxiliary officers in Concordia, though only 1,000 of those work in any capacity at the HQ proper. PS also has a fleet of android support; HQ has an android services and dispatch department located on one of the underground floors below the lower motorpool. It houses roughly 300 androids in stasis at any given time.
PS HQ is an extremely old building that PS acquired two decades ago. Prior to that, the building was a government building in a non-security capacity, so it's possible that thirty year old blueprints are on file somewhere. It's doubtful that the interior will match anything in a blueprint, but it's possible that some of the external access points might still be available for use.
Additionally, PS HQ is surrounded by much taller buildings as the heart of Delta Block has grown up around it. It's grounds are minimal, so it's almost constantly in shadow of other buildings and roof access from a higher vantage point might be possible (albeit extremely dangerous as the rooftop motorpool is heavily monitored).
In general, the fast and loose idea that we like to play by is: if you want to do something, let's do it. If you have an idea on how to accomplish this/trouble you want to get your character into/a workaround for how to avoid detection etc, then we're happy to incorporate that. You mentioned the possibility of hiring a hacker - great idea, especially considering the fact that a few other characters have local hacker contacts etc. Basically, we're down to roll if you are and are here to help facilitate your storytelling however we can (even if it means throwing a couple of curveballs in your direction etc). We strongly encourage you to pursue this if you feel it's IC and recommend networking with your fellow players (ICly or OOCly) because we suspect a few of them might have some resources useful to you, whether or not their characters would ICly choose to become involved etc.
All this said and done, if you feel like you need additional help or ideas from us on how to flesh out an approach toward this don't hesitate to ask! We have some possibilities, but don't want you to feel like you're required to do things our way to accomplish your goals. Be free! Make cool stuff!
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Second: This is definitely something that you're welcome to pursue (for good or for ill). It's also completely insane but that might work in Bruce's favor. Because breaking into the commission of public security's office is so patently bonkers, it's very possible that airtight security of the Public Security offices isn't as ironclad on Ngozi's office proper. Walking into the private sectors of the building would be incredibly difficult, but there may be other alternatives to accessing Public Security's office space.
The public sectors of the building log both the digital IDs and the faces of anyone who enters and exits. Hosts are wearing tech that scrambles the facial recognition technology of Concordian security feeds, meaning that computers won't be able to log Bruce's appearance but anyone physically present might be able to recognize/describe him etc. It might be prudent for him to wear some kind of disguise or body modification. Further, it's possible for a host to remove their earpiece - this means they'd lose their connection to Concordian security systems and the facial tech scrambler, but they'd also theoretically be invisible to most basic Concordian logging systems. Because 99.9% of the Concordian population has a built in digital identity, most security systems rely on that chip pinging off the local systems to identify, place and track individuals's movements.
While Bruce won't be able to determine in advance for sure what kind of security might be waiting in the private sectors of Public Security's HQ, here's a list of possible tech and common security features on the market:
Additionally, since Bruce is likely to be doing some advance investigation of the HQ and the area around here, here's some things you might want to know/utilize:
In general, the fast and loose idea that we like to play by is: if you want to do something, let's do it. If you have an idea on how to accomplish this/trouble you want to get your character into/a workaround for how to avoid detection etc, then we're happy to incorporate that. You mentioned the possibility of hiring a hacker - great idea, especially considering the fact that a few other characters have local hacker contacts etc. Basically, we're down to roll if you are and are here to help facilitate your storytelling however we can (even if it means throwing a couple of curveballs in your direction etc). We strongly encourage you to pursue this if you feel it's IC and recommend networking with your fellow players (ICly or OOCly) because we suspect a few of them might have some resources useful to you, whether or not their characters would ICly choose to become involved etc.
All this said and done, if you feel like you need additional help or ideas from us on how to flesh out an approach toward this don't hesitate to ask! We have some possibilities, but don't want you to feel like you're required to do things our way to accomplish your goals. Be free! Make cool stuff!