The Alvarium
The Alvarium
The Alvarium is a communication network that runs throughout Ludus and functions as the city's main communication hub. Replacing both internet, radio and telephones, the Alvarium also has a few distinct features that make it stand-out from other devices.
The most important side feature of the Alvarium is the Translation Matrix which makes the Alvarium an absolute essential for your character to have. Any device that can tap into the Alvarium network automatically translates between the characters so both ends can understand each other. Characters can also easily switch the Translation Matrix off. The Translation Matrix also works when speaking to each other face to face. It can translate every language from every dimension. The Translation Matrix requires a certain level of mental capability, so beings/pets/mounts that normally cannot speak will not find themselves suddenly talking.
When the character enters ludus, they receive the default model Alvarium. It is capable of taking pictures, calling, texting, video chatting, sending files and messaging. It holds an infinite amount of storage space. All Alvarium devices are interconnected with each other, so people can post to the Main Network or to a set number of individuals. Items can be filtered to be received to a group of people, locked to an individual or used as a sort of journal. The batteries life is extremely lengthy often lasting years with the default model. The bottom part of the Alvarium is a touchscreen, and it changes depending on what kind of feature they need to access. The default models are relatively durable. The default model has a camera behind it; but not in-front.
The character doesn't necessarily have to use the default model. if there are any particular gadgets your character is attached too. As long as it's capable of receiving any sort of signal (even Infrared, or Radio). It's capable of running on the Alvarium Network.
When accessed, the Main Network looks like a sort of Facebook feed, when the character accesses it. The Alvarium also works in tandem with the bank; so a character can check finances and transfer payments through them. The Alvarium also informs you of the weather in Ludus for the week and, although does not have GPS, contains a map of Ludus in its data bank.
The Alvarium has difficulties connecting to any character outside of the Alvarium Network (meaning the internet), making it extremely frustrating for a character (although not impossible) to contact his dimension.
If the character loses or breaks his Alvarium, a new one can be purchased for a 100LG.
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