33. afk mechanism using lavatories
In order to go "Afk" one would enter one of the free lavatories, and close the door. The effect of this would be to illuminate the "bot-lamps" outside, and the appropriate one (or both if 2 people afk) of two either end of the control room. Mouse-hovering any "bot lamp" would indicate the name and position of anyone therein ie Bloggs, Dive Officer. Importantly the act of closing the door lifts any restrictions, enabling, for example anyone to start and stop the diesels for the duration the chief is afk. When exiting the lavatory a "flush" is heard, and the bot lamps go out, and restrictions are re-imposed.
This would allow who is afk when to be clear, as well as when they return, and would reduce the likelihood of someone going afk whilst still on their controls. Consideration could be given to a very low randomised chance of a very loud fart - full reverberation - occurring from a manned lavatory, as an opportunity for mirth and mickey-taking when the hapless occupant emerges!
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