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McLuhan's Radio Tracking Device

A compact handheld device with a ruggedized metal casing and a prominent telescoping antenna, small enough to affix to a gun barrel. The tracking device emits a steady electronic pulse and displays a directional needle that twitches when the biomechanoid dragon moves. Its worn plastic buttons feel precises under gloved fingertips, designed for quick attachment even in subzero conditions. The screen flickers faintly in the corridor’s fluorescent gloom, its purpose unswerving despite the chaos of laser fire and crumbling ice around them.
3 appearances

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

3 moments
S24E14 · Dragonfire Part 3
Kane orders the creature's execution

The radio tracking device is used by Kane to detect the creature's presence as a marked target. Although not physically present in the scene, its existence is referenced by Kane to justify the execution order, playing a critical role in triggering the violent hunt.

Before: Actively tracking the creature's movements, mounted on or near its location
After: No direct change in the device's status is depicted, but its role is fulfilled by triggering Kane's decree
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S24E14 · Dragonfire Part 3
McLuhan arms Bazin for the hunt

McLuhan thrusts the compact radio tracking device into Bazin's hands, instructing him to affix it to the front of his pistol where the screen will be clearly visible. The device, designed for rugged conditions, emits a steady pulse to detect the dragon's movements, bridging the gap between human perception and extraterrestrial reality.

Before: Stowed securely in McLuhan's possession, a standard piece of equipment for tracking prey or targets in hostile environments.
After: Transferred to Bazin, mounted on his pistol, now active and ready to detect the biomechanoid dragon's slightest motion.
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S24E14 · Dragonfire Part 3
Dragonfire pursuit through Ice Junction corridors

The tracking device serves as Bazin's primary tool for guiding McLuhan's pursuit, translating the dragon's movements into precise directional updates that shape their entire tactical approach. Its reliability becomes suddenly irrelevant once the dragon's defensive lasers alter the entire engagement dynamic.

Before: Active tracking device in Bazin's possession, providing real-time directional data to McLuhan for their coordinated assault
After: Tracking device remains operational but technologically obsolete in the face of biological and temporal interference from the dragon's actions
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