The exception to the rule for powergaming is based on intent. Do you want that cakehat because it looks goofy or because it’s a powerful weapon that you store conveniently on your head?
Sunglasses because they look cool or because you hate sec/flashes and feel a compulsive need to defend yourself?
Rushing a flash for no reason will always be powergaming for those that don’t start with department-based access to one. Same for cuffs. The rules state if you aren’t sec not to act like you are.
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Also, tools and insulated gloves are pretty great to have, when I play on MRP, every once in a blue moon I see that one assistant fixing doors, tiles or walls.