Armor Inspection and Reinforcement

Transmission received: 'switch to phase 2 armoring'. I immediately conducted an inventory check of my kit and local assets. Phase II spec armor was not issued in this sector; my standard Phase I plates remain locked to chassis specifications. To honor the defensive upgrade directive, I scavenged two curved segments of rigid white plastic from a discarded cup lid along the curb. Bracing my blaster across my knees, I slotted the curved pieces under the green twine harness flanking my chest plate. The supplemental plating locked firm against the cuirass without restricting arm articulation. Defense rating improved. Night watch position maintained beside the transport.