Or you could do something a little more permanent from outside.
[He flashes a weak smile, storm grey eyes flickering as he lays a hand on the reader. He could feel the electricity running through it, and he had the distinct impression that it was all quite delicate.
Which is why Channeling a little Fire and Earth into it probably wasn't smart. But it hissed and popped, forcing him to pull back his hand with a yelp.]
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[He flashes a weak smile, storm grey eyes flickering as he lays a hand on the reader. He could feel the electricity running through it, and he had the distinct impression that it was all quite delicate.
Which is why Channeling a little Fire and Earth into it probably wasn't smart. But it hissed and popped, forcing him to pull back his hand with a yelp.]
Now it won't work for anyone.