Red Rising Saga · World

Datapad

Also known as holo datapad

item

Sleek arm-worn personal computer that projects glowing blue-white holographic screens. Displays data streams, personal histories, messages, and tactical information. Used by Darrow, Cassius, and Matteo for research and communication in the early Institute days.

Category: item
First appears: Book 1 · Ch. 15
Books: 4

The datapad evolves from a sleek arm-worn holographic computer in the early Institute days to a versatile, handheld communication and data device across the Red Rising Saga. Initially used for research and tactical information, it becomes essential for secure communications, tracking, and real-time data access amid increasingly hostile environments. Its design shifts from wrist-mounted to handheld, with enhanced features like 3D holograms and resistance to jamming, reflecting the escalating stakes of the rebellion.

Evolution

BOOK 1Red Rising
Sleek arm-worn personal computer that projects glowing blue-white holographic screens. Displays data streams, personal histories, messages, and tactical information. Used by Darrow, Cassius, and Matteo for research and communication in the early Institute days.
BOOK 2Golden Son
Slim forearm or wrist-mounted device for communication, tracking, data access, and hails. Chimes on incoming transmissions with embedded sensors.
BOOK 3Morning Star
Slim handheld datapad with touch interface, holo projection, secure comms amid jamming.
BOOK 4Iron Gold
Sleek datapad projecting interactive 3D holograms, green ambient glow