Rudishva Identity Plaque
Summary
Identity plaques (also called identity cards, ID badges, or access cards) are Rudishva credential devices used for access control, security overrides, and system authentication throughout Rudishva installations, including the Beacon and Rudishva Bastion.
Description
These devices appear as cards or plaques made of various materials (plastic, metal, or crystalline) and feature color-coded security clearance levels. They interface with Rudishva door mechanisms, teleporters, security systems, and computer terminals.
Known Variants
Yellow Identity Plaque
- Type: High-priority captain’s credential
- Function: Opens multiple iris doors in secure areas, activates teleporter panels, bypasses force-field controls, can pacify security constructs
- Status: Two yellow captain’s plaques were registered in the Beacon system
- See: Yellow Rudishva Identity Plaque
Rust/Brown Identity Plaque
- Type: Standard crew credential
- Function: Opens non-secure areas and common spaces
- Access Level: Basic crew areas only
Sky Blue Identity Plaque
- Type: Unknown security level (mentioned in Beacon records)
- Function: TBD
Silver ID Card
- Type: Unknown privilege level
- Material: Silver-colored (possibly actual silver or metallic plastic)
- Note: Recovered from burned remains; exact privileges uncertain
Oval Keycard
- Type: Physical backup mechanism
- Function: Opens secret doors via low-tech physical mechanism (card jam)
- Note: Any oval keycard works for certain Beacon closet doors
Technology
- Materials: Various (plastic, metal, crystalline)
- Mechanism: Proximity activation or physical insertion
- Security: Color-coded hierarchical system
Appearances
- Session 39 - Diving for the Yellow Card
- Session 40 - Taking Command
- Session 41 - Theft and Counter-Theft