What does this suggestion change/add/remove:
The RSD QoL Rework will hold over several items of suggestion.
1. RSD Crediting Others:
-RSD should be able to credit E-11, Nu-7, and ISD.
=The reasoning is that these 3 groups assist RSD in tests, they join a researcher's party for what they need them to do. To make their time worthy and fruitful, it would better incentivize them if not just reward them for their time and effort. We already can credit GSD and Medical, i see no real reason to why MTF and ISD shouldnt be credited by helping. Speaking to these departments, they also question why they cant be credited either.
2. RSD protection:
-RSD no longer has the ability to get firearms larger than a handgun (besides in special instances). So, give them armor.
=RSD still gets kidnapped, cross fired, shiv'd by D-Class, and shwacked by SCPs. Without the ability to get larger firearms for a while now (understandable why), RSD should be able to receive a larger amount of body armor than it already does. The dispensers only provide a small fixed amount which is understandable, but most of the time, myself and my other Execs get to an armory and throw on Full body armor. This provides only about 25 armor (or something around there).
In my time as a specialist researcher. We were able to put on a full 100 armor, and this helped me escape sudden gunfights or an SCP alot better. I would have lost many documents if not for it. If not all of RSD, then at the least leadership of Specialists and up.
I would like Researchers to be able to get at least 70 armor or more from Full body armor from armories.
3. RSD Job Slots:
-RSD has grown, the slots should now too.
=RSD introducing the Specialists, rebounding back with more executives from that, and those who wish to run Bio Res or Sr Res due to their longer interactions on the site have come to a problem. There are not enough slots.
Specialist 4 -> 6 (theres 12 positions for specialist in RSD)
Sr Res 5 -> 6 (alot of people have hit that upper point)
Bio 3 -> 5 (RSD Chemical wing is very active)
Cart 2 -> 3~4
Thaum 2 -> 3~4
4. RSD loadout:
-RSD should all have the same basic inventory. They dont.
=Pretty self explanatory. The biggest point is the lack of radios and specialists have head cams when they spawn in. Every job in RSD should have a radio and headcam. That or remove the headcams and radios.
5. RSD Equipment:
-Members of RSD conduct tests every day, across all means and all types of SCPs in all kinds of environments.
=The RSD wing should have a stock point of Scramblers, and NVGs, and a medical box.
Or a custom armory that provides needed equipment for tests so we arnt barging into other department's armories for a riot shield, scramblers, NVGs, armor, or medical supplies. This armory shouldnt hold any firearms.
6. RSD Seat Restructuring:
-RSD does alot in the background. ALOT. And it needs help. Heres my suggestion.
=Currently, having to manage briefing logs, grading logs, merit logs, making sure all sources/proofs are true, making sure all people are paid out that are graded excellent+, the constant meetings, updating rosters, watching the RSD watchlist, dealing with on-site issues, trying to run as RSD PR, receiving numerous projects every week from other departments, trying to keep the peace between RSD and other departments, finding people to help find things for Jrs to Sr researchers to do, making sure RSD staff as is are updated and in-line, dealing with RSD members that mess up, and the constant trek forward to look like RSD is doing something... is alot for not just 1 but 2 Directors.
Becoming Director basically removes you completely from doing your own projects or studies, removing you from the meat of the game as a researcher due to all the other work and stress put on you.
So, a restructure of the RSD job leadership system to be 3 or 5 heads. it can be the RSD Director Board. Scientist and Research wings dont really have a 'head' they have a board. A board of directors. Each one is incharge of something. As Executive, i am currently in charge of the Specialist program, Paying out RSD as the treasurer (not holding of the main funds), maintaining and creating modern docs. and so forth.
The reason for 3 or 5 is so if there is a vote, its not tied. Simple.
I have now seen 4 RSD Directors struggle and its hard to watch. I have put in my own application as DoR because i want to help, but getting into this, along side talks with all other Executives, we see that the DoRs are always overworked and underpaid. I am taking one for the team, giving up all my ability to now do projects and tests... For doing paperwork, overwatching the department, and helping managing it.
Has something similar been suggested before? If so, why is your suggestion different?:
Probably, i looked around for each section i suggested, i might be blind if there is.
Possible Positives of the suggestion (At least 2):
1. E-11, Nu-7, ISD get credit for helping RSD on tests or other matters.
2. Longer lifespan of RSD personnel and a little forgiveness if they mess up or are ambushed.
3. More slots lets people play what they've earned and have access to the SCPs they want to RP with.
4. Proper equipment for communications between all of RSD.
5. Ability to collect what you need before a test the best you can, or more if you need (such as syringes for sampling).
6. Spread out workload for more efficient and timely completed tasks. Allowing more people edit access to the logs and roasters.
Possible Negatives of the suggestion:
1. I see no downside.
2. I see no downside.
3. I see no downside.
4. Possibility of misuse of communication.
5. Location of where to put a locker (if armory used).
6. Maybe more time for initially putting someone in said position of RSD Board of Directors (BoD).
Based on the Positives &; Negatives, why should this suggestion be accepted:
RSD hasnt seen much of an update for a while. Some of these suggestions for a revamp might sound too much or need more questioning around them. I dont mind. But this is my current view since i was a Junior till now applying for DoR. Things that have become more of an issue than others. Most things her are for Quality of Life. Some of these may get through, some may not, its understandable. But i feel RSD needs a rework right about now. I see more positives in this rework than negatives.
The ability to do all this is Jobs code, placing some entities and configurating them, some script edits for the crediting, and changing some google docs.
The RSD QoL Rework will hold over several items of suggestion.
1. RSD Crediting Others:
-RSD should be able to credit E-11, Nu-7, and ISD.
=The reasoning is that these 3 groups assist RSD in tests, they join a researcher's party for what they need them to do. To make their time worthy and fruitful, it would better incentivize them if not just reward them for their time and effort. We already can credit GSD and Medical, i see no real reason to why MTF and ISD shouldnt be credited by helping. Speaking to these departments, they also question why they cant be credited either.
2. RSD protection:
-RSD no longer has the ability to get firearms larger than a handgun (besides in special instances). So, give them armor.
=RSD still gets kidnapped, cross fired, shiv'd by D-Class, and shwacked by SCPs. Without the ability to get larger firearms for a while now (understandable why), RSD should be able to receive a larger amount of body armor than it already does. The dispensers only provide a small fixed amount which is understandable, but most of the time, myself and my other Execs get to an armory and throw on Full body armor. This provides only about 25 armor (or something around there).
In my time as a specialist researcher. We were able to put on a full 100 armor, and this helped me escape sudden gunfights or an SCP alot better. I would have lost many documents if not for it. If not all of RSD, then at the least leadership of Specialists and up.
I would like Researchers to be able to get at least 70 armor or more from Full body armor from armories.
3. RSD Job Slots:
-RSD has grown, the slots should now too.
=RSD introducing the Specialists, rebounding back with more executives from that, and those who wish to run Bio Res or Sr Res due to their longer interactions on the site have come to a problem. There are not enough slots.
Specialist 4 -> 6 (theres 12 positions for specialist in RSD)
Sr Res 5 -> 6 (alot of people have hit that upper point)
Bio 3 -> 5 (RSD Chemical wing is very active)
Cart 2 -> 3~4
Thaum 2 -> 3~4
4. RSD loadout:
-RSD should all have the same basic inventory. They dont.
=Pretty self explanatory. The biggest point is the lack of radios and specialists have head cams when they spawn in. Every job in RSD should have a radio and headcam. That or remove the headcams and radios.
5. RSD Equipment:
-Members of RSD conduct tests every day, across all means and all types of SCPs in all kinds of environments.
=The RSD wing should have a stock point of Scramblers, and NVGs, and a medical box.
Or a custom armory that provides needed equipment for tests so we arnt barging into other department's armories for a riot shield, scramblers, NVGs, armor, or medical supplies. This armory shouldnt hold any firearms.
6. RSD Seat Restructuring:
-RSD does alot in the background. ALOT. And it needs help. Heres my suggestion.
=Currently, having to manage briefing logs, grading logs, merit logs, making sure all sources/proofs are true, making sure all people are paid out that are graded excellent+, the constant meetings, updating rosters, watching the RSD watchlist, dealing with on-site issues, trying to run as RSD PR, receiving numerous projects every week from other departments, trying to keep the peace between RSD and other departments, finding people to help find things for Jrs to Sr researchers to do, making sure RSD staff as is are updated and in-line, dealing with RSD members that mess up, and the constant trek forward to look like RSD is doing something... is alot for not just 1 but 2 Directors.
Becoming Director basically removes you completely from doing your own projects or studies, removing you from the meat of the game as a researcher due to all the other work and stress put on you.
So, a restructure of the RSD job leadership system to be 3 or 5 heads. it can be the RSD Director Board. Scientist and Research wings dont really have a 'head' they have a board. A board of directors. Each one is incharge of something. As Executive, i am currently in charge of the Specialist program, Paying out RSD as the treasurer (not holding of the main funds), maintaining and creating modern docs. and so forth.
The reason for 3 or 5 is so if there is a vote, its not tied. Simple.
I have now seen 4 RSD Directors struggle and its hard to watch. I have put in my own application as DoR because i want to help, but getting into this, along side talks with all other Executives, we see that the DoRs are always overworked and underpaid. I am taking one for the team, giving up all my ability to now do projects and tests... For doing paperwork, overwatching the department, and helping managing it.
Has something similar been suggested before? If so, why is your suggestion different?:
Probably, i looked around for each section i suggested, i might be blind if there is.
Possible Positives of the suggestion (At least 2):
1. E-11, Nu-7, ISD get credit for helping RSD on tests or other matters.
2. Longer lifespan of RSD personnel and a little forgiveness if they mess up or are ambushed.
3. More slots lets people play what they've earned and have access to the SCPs they want to RP with.
4. Proper equipment for communications between all of RSD.
5. Ability to collect what you need before a test the best you can, or more if you need (such as syringes for sampling).
6. Spread out workload for more efficient and timely completed tasks. Allowing more people edit access to the logs and roasters.
Possible Negatives of the suggestion:
1. I see no downside.
2. I see no downside.
3. I see no downside.
4. Possibility of misuse of communication.
5. Location of where to put a locker (if armory used).
6. Maybe more time for initially putting someone in said position of RSD Board of Directors (BoD).
Based on the Positives &; Negatives, why should this suggestion be accepted:
RSD hasnt seen much of an update for a while. Some of these suggestions for a revamp might sound too much or need more questioning around them. I dont mind. But this is my current view since i was a Junior till now applying for DoR. Things that have become more of an issue than others. Most things her are for Quality of Life. Some of these may get through, some may not, its understandable. But i feel RSD needs a rework right about now. I see more positives in this rework than negatives.
The ability to do all this is Jobs code, placing some entities and configurating them, some script edits for the crediting, and changing some google docs.
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