A technology used for defense or protection
SC24 Prompt 12
Wave 2 | Prompt 2: A technology used for defense or protection
Type: Technology
With the fourth wave of prompts revealed now, I finally had an idea for a prompt that was all the way back in wave 2: a technology used for defense or protection.
At first, I thought of graphene batteries, which sounded perfect for a solarpunk setting, but then I realized: how would I make that “a technology used for defense”? So, I tried to think of things that would use the graphene battery and thought of walkie-talkies.
These two-way handheld radios can be used for defense and protection to alert others of potential threats. Hey, that works for the prompt!
A Handheld Transceiver, also known as a Handheld Radio, is a portable communication device that functions as a short-range two-way radio transceiver. These devices are commonly used to establish communication with individuals who are too far away for direct interaction. The transceivers are equipped with a graphene battery, which provides extended usage times and is known for its durability and energy efficiency. Additionally, they can be configured for hands-free operation by utilizing a bone conduction earpiece, allowing users to communicate without the need to hold the device.
So I thought about its history, and I felt like it would be a good fit that the Dragonguard invented it. Its first usage is similar to real-world handheld radios: military operations.
The handheld radio device was originally engineered and developed by the Dragonguard Alliance in the period just preceding the Draconian War. It played a crucial role in their operational activities, serving as a primary means of communication and coordination. Notably, they also provided their Ancient Dragonkin allies with handless bone conduction earpieces to facilitate direct, secure communication with them in the field.
Of course, due to their short-ranged nature, the Dragonbane Order uses them extensively in remote locations where no one else is around to receive the signal. However, in urban settings, they limit the use of these devices.