Report First Violation

Reporting the first violation is a crucial early task in Beholder: Conductor, introducing Carl to the mechanics of surveillance and enforcement. This directive requires Carl to identify a tenant committing a minor infraction, document it, and then submit a report to the Ministry. It establishes the player's role as an observant and compliant landlord.

The game often guides you towards a specific tenant for this initial violation. Look for obvious infractions such as a tenant possessing a prohibited item that has recently been added to the list of banned goods, or engaging in a minor illegal activity like gambling. The most common first violation involves finding a prohibited item in a tenant's apartment shortly after a new directive is issued.

Steps to Report First Violation:

Observe Tenants: Pay attention to their routines and possessions.
Identify a Violation: This could be a prohibited item (e.g., a foreign book, a specific type of fruit), or an illegal activity (e.g., gambling, loud music after hours).
Gather Evidence: Use your camera to take a picture of the prohibited item or activity. This is crucial for a valid report.
Access the Ministry Terminal: Go to your apartment and use the Ministry Terminal.
Create a Report: Select the tenant, the violation type, and attach the evidence.
Submit the Report: Confirm and send the report to the Ministry.

Tip: Early in the game, the Ministry often issues a directive banning a common item, making it easier to find a violation quickly. For example, the initial ban on blue ties often leads to discovering one in a tenant's dresser.