Does the dataline tap work on all information lines? Old phone, dsl, hdmi, etc?

Where are the rules for this?

They only diversify between fiberoptic cables and datalines.
Don't think they diversify in the rules.

Gameplay-wise I'd say it goes, alternatively we can ask same on the OC forum?

I suspect the game designers didn't want to tie the description of a dataline into reality.

On page 51 of Matrix, I found the effect on the decker when they try to hack an archaic system. It has no description of how to connect in to an archaic system.

Interestingly, I also found instructions for installing a dataline tap on page 33. It's Electronics B/R (4).

Please recall that Jamie is an insertion decker. She does what she is doing for a living. According to her background she's an old hand at this. I would assume she would have the adapters needed to interface with almost any system she runs across. Cult of the Dragon is not that old as an organization, though the building very well could be.

Galen

I would not automatically assume that a kit would be stocked with everything needed to interface with equipment that is out of date by over 30-40 years, and basically obsolete for the past 20-30. If you varied an adapter, connection and/or converter for every electrical, video, audio and data, you would have a very heavy bag. Even so, the matrix generally does not run through these cables, though I would assume with the right converters it could at a slow rate.

Also remember the descriptions I have given of the building, area, and three camera, along with the research/legwork. This is an old warehouse built over a century ago that is in the industrial district. The CotD just purchased, or possibly leased the space.

Throughout my IC posts I told of the buildings age, along with certain things that were out of date. Some of it was just fluff to give you guys a feel, while some fluff actually included some important details (well not important detail, but maybe a hint, or lets call it useful fluff).

My ruling is that I do not believe you would have an adapter on hand, though Jamie sounds resourceful enough that you are welcome to give a try with some USE (unit-specific-engineering, aka jury-rigging).

I love this term. Did you enjoy making that up?

Ok, I posted to disassemble the camera. Was I successful?

Galen

I didnt see a post.

I use it at work all the time, because jury-rigging is a big no-no, so I tell them it isn't jury-rigged, it's unit specifically engineered (and it wouldn't have to be if they didnt delete my work order 3 times).

My other slogan at work, when they won't fix something, or do something the way it should be is, "Safety second, then?"

The last line of my last post has an imbedded Electronic B/R roll to remove the camera case.

Galen

I added another Electronic B/R roll into my recent post. The light blue is a bit of a pain to see. I'm really just trying to see if it's connected and if I can cobble together enough to install my dataline tap. Call it USE if you like. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

My Electronic B/R rolls have been good so far, but I don't expect my luck to last.

Galen

There is no matrix connection. But it is data, so you were able to enter-somewhat, are you able to jack out safely?

I should be able to Jack Out as a Free Action. There's no test for it unless I am being attacked by Black IC. I'll try it in the IC thread and post a roll here for Dump Shock just in case.

I had intended to check to make sure the dataline was interpreting the signal appropriately before jacking in, but this way may just save us some time.

If the maglock or the door is alarmed, I may be able to use that as a jackpoint. It should just be another slave node.

Galen

I should be able to Jack Out as a Free Action. There's no test for it unless I am being attacked by Black IC. I'll try it in the IC thread and post a roll here for Dump Shock just in case.

I had intended to check to make sure the dataline was interpreting the signal appropriately before jacking in, but this way may just save us some time.

If the maglock or the door is alarmed, I may be able to use that as a jackpoint. It should just be another slave node.

Galen

Dump Shock roll
10,3,2,2

Galen

There is no maglock on this door. It is an old steel fire proof door that only opens from the inside. You would need a heavy duty slim jim and/or crow bar.

Jamie should know this, but don't recall us asking. Are the cameras in the back at roof height?

Galen

Yep, a little lower than roof height. They are in darkened bubbles, so you cannot see which way they are pointing.

I added two rolls in my latest IC post. I was tired of the light blue not showing up well, so I made them red so they would stand out. I can use a different color if you'd rather.

For the perception test, can I get a good description of the scene and the camera. I'm trying to figure out what it will take to get at the dataline.

Galen

Can I tell at a glance how hard it will be to get to the dataline?

What's going on below?

Galen

No, the cover is still on. Nothing is going on below.

I had hoped to save my one Karma point for something more important. I think I will use it to turn the Electronic B/R Critical failure into a simple failure.

Galen

Or use team karma FTW! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

I haven't been with this team very long. I didn't think I had team karma. That will also be better used by the guys at the tip of the spear.

Galen

This is probably the tenth time I posted this, but...

If you change your forum settings to LINEAR, you will always have the first post of the thread on every page. This changes it for every thread, not just the one you click on. Here is how you do it:
This may help because my first OoC and IC post are continuously updated, have links to important events in the storyline, house rules, and other information that you may find helpful.

Also, in my signature, I keep a running count of the team Karma Pool, and a link to the OoC Evolution post. I usually uncheck the box, because too many sigs are annoying. If any combat starts, I will leave it in more often.

You will find under Karma Rules, there is no Individual Karma, it is all pooled together as Team Karma.

It makes it easier for me to track, and it helps the newer characters keep up with the experienced ones.

You up for the quick and dirty lobby extraction method yet? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/grinbig.gif) Kliko can always hand Bubba a concussion grenade on his invisible way into the building. Or better yet we scrap the current plan and deliver a radio controlled cuncussion grenade in a pretty wicker basket with flowers? We can always use CS gas instead of smoke as well. I feel like our current plan has made too many assumptions and we will get hung up by more obstacles.
Well if you do want to scrub current plan below is my proposed outline of the other method.

1.) Bubba will place a Radio controlled concussion grenade in potted plant in the Lobby. Either brings one in or water and feed one that already exists in the lobby. This could be done by package or flower delivery.
2.) Invisible Ludi enters building on Bubba's fresh air break.
3.) Kliko attends sermon in Jedi robe.
4.) When Target enters lobby near plant, radio detonation is triggered!
5.) Ludi Pops CS gas at stair well and storage area hallway area.
6.) Kliko shuts lobby doors to lounge while dropping a CS grenade into the lounge and then dons gas mask.
7.) Sniper/Mage blasts back door camera.
8.) Getaway vehicle rolls up at back door.
9.) Kliko and Ludi with gas masks donned pick up target and carry target into canteen. One drops a smoke grenade as they leave lounge.
10.) Bubba ensures canteen exit is clear and provides back-up in Lobby if needed. Also carries target at this point.
11.) All exit with target at canteen back door and load up in Corsair driven getaway vehicle.
10.) Sniper/Mage provides cover from secure distant location.

Camera is sort of like this, but not exactly. I chose this image because you can see the screws that will unlock the plastic bubble.

@Sneaky: Not yet.

Plan in case of an abort is to try the sneaky approach at night.
Sensible people abort in case of to many difficulties. Besides, if Jamie manages to disable the rear-side camera we can move the SUV unseen to the loading ramp (at least outside of the camera's view).

That is critical for the current setup. Given time, the guards will notice the malfuctioning camera, make a round to verify outside and get back inside to order a service mechanic or something.