THE SKOOLZ: Introducing : HAMMER

I'll be adding a new character to any new games or learning apps in the future. He will act as a unifier and a guide, not necessarily a part of the interactive itself. Although he might just appear in a few side games.

Hammer will also act as an 'authoritative' figure if needed. When his eyes turn RED then he is in full danger mode. For example, when we have a large monitor in the eating area, Hammer can appear on screen with the red eye lights watching movement and turning toward loud sound. Of course, he can also do funny things too, take pics, point at people etc. The watchful part is just a version of the 'card-board policeman technique' and is an old one and still works today. In the UK, they used to use the occasional Police cutout to slow down drivers who would see the police shape in their peripheral vision. But an interactive watching robot can actually calm down a group of boisterous kiddies too. See the first bullet point below.

Hammer can also be used in the Lobby area to watch people coming and going. In fact, if placed right, he might be able to greet or say goodbye to people as they come and go. He can also give important announcements, be 3D printed and lots more.

If you want an art project, I can actually supply a series of cutout templates and instructions for making a 2m tall version by hand from old cardboard.

H.A.M.M.E.R.

Hammer can act as the bridge between the teachers and students. In the original document I spoke of a gripe/rant wall where students can anonymously write ANYTHING they would like to see changed or bring to our notice. Hammer can front that page. On the other hand, Hammer can deliver messages to students, such as 'CHEW YOUR FOOD WITH YOUR MOUTH CLOSED' or 'WHOMEVER MADE THAT MESS, CLEAN IT UP!', taking that load or slight confrontation from the teachers hands.
Hammer is practically indestructible and can be blown up, burned, buried, crushed, thrown and dropped without getting a scratch. In fact, he kind of likes it, especially explosions.
Hammer doesn't speak but relies on the fact that two thirds of communication is body language. He has lots of inventive ways to communicate.
When he is in a good mood his eyes are green; but be careful when they turn red!
He tends to leak oil everywhere. We're looking into that.
Can run through walls and have them crash down around him. It's a hobby.
Hammer has a pet robot thing. It needs a name.
Hammer has a brother (he's a different colour).
Hammer keeps his own blog. For example........