Hidden inside a walking stick or a long flashlight shaft, this item generates a strong magnetic field when activated. It is often used to erase video tapes, audio recordings, and computer disks. It will also ruin any digital watches in the area. The stick requires a special battery good for 3 uses on a full charge, and each use give off a burst of magnatism that lasts 2 seconds in order to keep it from drawing attention. Agents should take care to use the blanker only in an area devoid of loose metallic objects lest they end up being hit by paper clips and other light ferrous objects when activating the blanker.