[quote=@Mariana Collie]
  But then what would one call a laser type one, technically? 
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You could make a name up, techs and specs are for choobs.
In general though they are called ray casters, something edgy

[quote=@Mariana Collie]
 What is the daily work expected of an officer?
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For detectives its investigate, make notes, draft reports (before they LEAVE).
In terms of paperwork, if you could call it that.

[quote=@Mariana Collie]
 Or just keep general tabs until larger meetings?
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Right now you're doing more action than paper pushing tbh.

 ALSO sorry for the late response work had me KO'd.