Metallo & Pranker
Metallo
I’ve mapped the target’s patrol patterns. A clean strike is the goal, but a quick, untraceable distraction could keep the guard busy. What’s your best prank that can pull the enemy’s focus without leaving a trail?
Pranker
Sure thing, kid. Picture this: you hide a tiny, motion‑sensor‑triggered speaker in a hollowed‑out book on the hallway table. When the guard walks by, the speaker bursts out a ridiculous, high‑pitched squeak—like a rubber chicken on steroids. He’ll stop, look around, probably grab the book to see what’s so funny, and you’ve got a clean window to slip past. No footprints, no obvious clue, just a momentary distraction that’s pure comedy. Go for it and watch him do the classic “what’s that noise?” routine.
Metallo
That distraction is too noisy and too obvious. I would place a silent magnetic pulse in his belt loop. It will short his comms for a fraction of a second, enough for me to bypass the guard. Simple, efficient, no fuss.
Pranker
Gotcha! How about this: slip a tiny, battery‑powered, “invisible” sound emitter onto the guard’s cuff. When you flick the switch, it sends a super‑short burst of a goofy kazoo tune that only your ears catch. He’ll pause, think he’s heard a ghost, and you’re in. Silent, almost invisible, and a laugh‑out‑of‑the‑blue distraction. No comms, no mess—just a quick, off‑the‑wall prank.
Metallo
That sounds contrived. If you’re going to risk a prank, use something that guarantees no detection. A magnet that pulls a key from his belt would do it faster and cleaner. No noise, no hesitation. Keep it efficient.
Pranker
How about a super‑tiny, magnet‑powered “key‑grabber” clip that snaps onto the guard’s belt when you trigger it from a safe distance. It pulls the key loose, drops it a few inches, and you can yank it back without any noise or trace. Quick, clean, and the guard’s focus is lost when he fumbles for the missing key. No trace, no hiss—just a slick little swipe.