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The '''KI''' ({{IPA|kiː}}, pronounced as "key") is a versatile communication device that was being tested in the last days of the [[D'ni]] Empire, and is heavily used by the [[DRC]] and other [[explorer]]s. Each KI is connected to a central network hub called the [[Lattice | The '''KI''' ({{IPA|kiː}}, pronounced as "key") is a versatile communication device that was being tested in the last days of the [[D'ni]] Empire, and is heavily used by the [[DRC]] and other [[explorer]]s. Each KI is connected to a central network hub called the [[Lattice]]. | ||
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The KI is a small portable device worn on the back of the left hand. A strap around the palm holds the device in place. The model currently distributed by the DRC has a main circular face divided diagonally into four quadrants, as well as three buttons arrayed along the right side of the main face. A ring of segmented, multi-color lights surrounds the rest of the central face. | The KI is a small portable device worn on the back of the left hand. A strap around the palm holds the device in place. The model currently distributed by the DRC has a main circular face divided diagonally into four quadrants, as well as three buttons arrayed along the right side of the main face. A ring of segmented, multi-color lights surrounds the rest of the central face. | ||
Most interactions with the KI are handled through a | Most interactions with the KI are handled through a holographic display, which can be activated using the top-most button along the right side of the device. This display has two modes: ambient, and active. When the display is set to ambient, wearers can still view and send messages in the chat bar, and view other online users in the sidebar below. This mode can be configured to fade out after a delay. When the display is fully activated, it projects a purple-ish interface that provides full access to the devices many functions. The DRC advises explorers not to walk around while using the KI in this mode. | ||
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