Public Visibility & "The Grey Space"

The "Grey Space" refers to any environment that is public or semi-public (such as conventions, parks, or transit) where non-community members are present. Navigating these spaces requires a high level of discretion and respect for public standards.

1. Gear & "Street-Legal" Protocols

When moving through public spaces, your gear should be adapted to be "Street-Legal." This means minimizing the impact of your persona on bystanders while still maintaining your identity.

• The "Human" Layer: Always have a hoodie or jacket available to cover gear when moving through high-traffic public areas like lobbies or public transit.
• Hood Protocol: In "Grey Spaces" (like a hotel lobby during a convention), hoods should generally be removed or worn "open" unless you are within a designated play zone.
• Collar Discretion: While collars are widely accepted as jewelry, ensure tags are tucked in or turned around if they contain explicit community terminology.

2. Interaction in the Grey Space

Public interaction is significantly different from Mosh Pit etiquette. Use these guidelines to avoid "The Spectacle" effect:

Physical Contact

Action	Mosh Pit (Private)	Grey Space (Public)
Vocalization	Loud barking/whining encouraged.	Quiet, non-disruptive sounds or silence.
Movement	Full crawling/four-on-the-floor.	Standard walking (Upright).	Nuzzling/Tussling encouraged.	Strictly "Human" social boundaries.

3. Handling "Camera Snipers"

In the digital age, being in gear in public carries the risk of being filmed without your permission. The Brigade recommends the following "Defense Protocol":

1. Do Not Engage: If you notice someone filming you in an mocking or unauthorized way, do not bark or act out; this usually provides the "content" they are looking for.
2. The "Human Switch": Immediately stand up, remove your hood/mask, and engage as a human. This usually breaks the "character" and makes the footage less interesting to the sniper.
3. Report to the Brigade: If the individual is aggressive, document their appearance and report it to the [IBB Security Team](https://guide.internationalbarkingbrigade.com/reporting).