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[Taricus]

Core: Mini (2): Taricus, Failbird
Vibration Damping ():
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun (1): Doomblade
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (1): Taricus

[Elvish Miner]

We aren't really taking advantage of our pilot's strength yet.

Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods
Two of the Osprey's rocket pods are attached to opposite sides of the Wasp's body, right over the wings. A radio is synched from each rocket to the launcher, and the fins are able to be adjusted by a computer. While our average pilot can dumb fire them with decent accuracy, the TR Neurohelmet allows them to be controlled a fair amount, with limited input from the pilot themselves. A near miss can be adjusted to a hit, and a hit can be adjusted to strike a weakpoint. While complete wiffs can't be saved, the small on-the-fly adjustments make the Wasp a teriffying opponent in the sky.

Core: Mini (2): Taricus, Failbird
Vibration Damping (1): Elvish Miner
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun (1): Doomblade
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (1): Taricus
Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods (1): Elvish Miner

[TricMagic]

Revision: Hornet

The Hornet is a version of the Wasp that does away with the integrated Respawn. Instead, it uses the space for computing and an ammo fabricator. In addition, the Rockets it produces can be loaded in-flight, and have a simple radio a Pilot can use to guide them in flight, and the Hornet's Radar System will allow them to easily hit evading aircraft as the Pilot wills. The Hornet is also still capable of ground-clearing operations like it's cousin, and hitting from farther away thanks to the Pilot's control.

[Doomblade187]

Edit: I forget things, ignore me.

Core: Mini (2): Taricus, Failbird
Vibration Damping (1): Elvish Miner
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun ():
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (1): Taricus
Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods (2): Elvish Miner, Doomblade

[Failbird105]

Core: Mini (2): Taricus, Failbird
Vibration Damping (1): Elvish Miner
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun ():
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (1): Taricus
Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods (3): Elvish Miner, Doomblade, Failbird

Hmm, yeah I think this is good.

[TricMagic]

....

We can just revise up another version that doesn't have the pod and does use those guided rockets. So, you know, it's something other than just guided missiles. The Hornet isn't good enough to end up there, yet the EM Powernet Design goes in a revision votebox?

[Failbird105]

We can just revise up another version that doesn't have the pod and does use those guided rockets.

So, without the rocket pods, but also with the rocket pods?...

Gotta say I don't see your logic here.

[Elvish Miner]

Revision: Hornet

The Hornet is a version of the Wasp that does away with the integrated Respawn. Instead, it uses the space for computing and an ammo fabricator. In addition, the Rockets it produces can be loaded in-flight, and have a simple radio a Pilot can use to guide them in flight, and the Hornet's Radar System will allow them to easily hit evading aircraft as the Pilot wills. The Hornet is also still capable of ground-clearing operations like it's cousin, and hitting from farther away thanks to the Pilot's control.

The Wasp doesn't have integrated respawn. You must have your wires crossed.

[TricMagic]

Ah, apparently I do. Never mind then.

Core: Mini (2): Taricus, Failbird
Vibration Damping (1): Elvish Miner
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun ():
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (2): Taricus, TricMagic
Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods (4): Elvish Miner, Doomblade, Failbird, TricMagic

Hmm, yeah I think this is good.
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[Elvish Miner]

There is nothing wrong with eventually creating a stealth bomber Osprey variant though

[TricMagic]

Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul
Whilst the Renderer is a sturdy, workhorse design, it has a few issues that need to be addressed. Namely, the fact it's so expensive to deploy. By utilising advanced production techniques, we are able to improve the reliability and quality of the Renderer to a high level, and ensure that the vehicle would require a good hit to take out of commission permanently.

Renderer add on note-a
The Renderer has served as a good base to most of our ground vehicles. But it's still more expensive using the old production techniques. And it's other models are merely expensive with their own techniques.  So, why not use what we've learned to overhaul it's production. Better reliability and quality, along with being a bit cheaper to produce.[/quote]

Core: Mini (2): Taricus, Failbird
Vibration Damping (1): Elvish Miner
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun ():
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (2): Taricus, TricMagic
Renderer add-on note-a (1) TricMagic
Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods (4): Elvish Miner, Doomblade, Failbird, TricMagic

Mostly on why it is a good thing. Note the experience we have with the base vehicle on why we can improve it.

[Doomblade187]

Core: Mini (3): Taricus, Failbird, Doomblade
Vibration Damping (1): Elvish Miner
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun ():
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (2): Taricus, TricMagic
Renderer add-on note-a (1) TricMagic
Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods (4): Elvish Miner, Doomblade, Failbird, TricMagic

[Elvish Miner]

Core: Mini (4): Taricus, Failbird, Doomblade, Elvish Miner
Vibration Damping ():
Powernet ():
Controller Combat Shotgun ():
EM PowerNET ():
Containment and Power Withdrawal of Core Fusion Reactor ():
Renderer Efficacy & Deployment Overhaul (2): Taricus, TricMagic
Renderer add-on note-a (1) TricMagic
Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods (4): Elvish Miner, Doomblade, Failbird, TricMagic

[Man of Paper]

Prewar 4 Revision Phase

Proposal: Wasp Weapons Upgrade: Guided Rocket Pods
Difficulty: Hard
Result: (6+4)-1=9, Above Average

While not an insurmountable task thanks to it's fairly limited scope, redesigning our rockets to respond to remote input from the Neurohelmet was no trivial task. A rocket pod containing six semi-active guided rockets is placed on either side of the Wasp beneath the wings. We managed to retain the original payload size while adding the receiver equipment, increasing overall effectiveness at minimal cost. The pods themselves do affect the Wasp's aerodynamic profile, so speed sees a small drop down to 600km/h before instability begins impacting performance. Pilots utilizing a Neurohelmet are able to alter the trajectory of the rockets remotely to a fairly significant degree, though this added precision is only vaguely effective in the craft's fighter role. The ability to course-correct does become a massive boon against large, slow, or ground-based targets.

Even with limited ammunition, the added utility for what is now known as the Wasp VTOL Strike-Fighter sees it become (EXPENSIVE).


Proposal: Core: Mini
Difficulty: Very Hard
Result: (3+1)-2=2, Utter Failure

Miniaturization of something as unreliable and unrefined as the Core Fusion Reactor was, unfortunately, doomed from the start. All attempts to make a working Mini Core resulted either in a massive drop in energy output to practically nothing, the inability to sustain it's reaction, or massive cataclysmic failure. Some of our engineering staff are very glad that nanite reconstruction is a thing.


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It is now the fifth and final prewar Design Phase. You have two designs to create, and both will be rerolled as if they've received a research credit. By the end of the next turn you will need to define the loadouts for each class as well as create an Outfit that fights for your company.

To reiterate and prevent the need to look through threads:
Loadouts are made up of a Primary Weapon, Secondary Weapon, Class-Defining Equipment, and up to Three Auxiliary Equipment slots. One Loadout is needed for every class, and cost of the items in the loadout affects how many of that class are deployed. Note that any equipment slot save for the Class-Defining one may be left empty.
Outfits need a Name, Favored Equipment, Methods of Engagement (Preferred Tactic and Strategies), and anything fluffy to further define the Outfit.

Remember also that troop deployment on new maps is blind, and the first turn of combat will consist largely of small skirmishes as troops claim the free real estate territories.

Spoiler: TR Armory (click to show/hide)

Weaponry

Overseer Battle Rifle: The standard weapon for TR-supplied forces, the semi-automatic Overseer fires 7.62mm rounds from it's 20-round magazine. It's most effective at Close and Medium ranges, but is accurate enough that even with standard iron sights a skilled marksman could pick off distant targets. Usable by: All Classes (CHEAP)

Adjutant Pistol: An extremely reliable 10mm pistol capable of highly accurate semi-auto fire. Holds a 12-round magazine and utilizes red glow sights for better target acquisition. Very comfortable to use, and easy to fix in-field in case of a very rare failure. Most effective at Close range. Usable by: All Classes (CHEAP)

Imperator Sniper Rifle: A 10mm bolt-action sniper rifle designed to take targets out at Long and Extreme ranges. It uses a 5-round magazine and comes with a 4-8x Scope. Usable by: Infiltrators (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Bulldog LMG: A 7.62mm Light Machine Gun that can be quite cumbersome to fire from the hip or shoulder and benefits greatly from it's bipod. It uses a 60-round box magazine or can be belt-fed with 100 round belts. The Bulldog fires at 650 RPM and is most effective at Medium ranges. Usable by: Heavy Assaults (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Class-Defining Equipment

Basic Nanite Cloaking System: A small module that uses Nanites to divert light around the wearer. It provides invisibility to the naked eye for twelve seconds before requiring a full minute to recharge, though movement drains charge much faster. Infiltrator Class Item (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Basic Jump Pack: A backpack utilizing jet boosters to provide upward thrust in order to reach high ground or reduce speed when descending. The boost can be sustained for five seconds before needing to recharge for twenty seconds. Light Assault Class Item (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Basic Medical Applicator: A small handgun-shaped healing tool that uses Nanites to mend wound slowly (for active battlefield standards) and is unable to Revivify fallen comrades before the Nanite Revivication Process respawns them at a secured base. Combat Medic Class Item (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Savior Heavy Medical Applicator: A large rifle-like healing tool capable of "linking" to multiple targets, reducing the amount of work it does for each individual. Due to it's size and bulk it also takes the place of the Primary Weapon slot. Can be continuously used thanks to a nanite generator connected by tubes and carried on the lower back. Combat Medic Class Item (VERY EXPENSIVE)

TR Repair Tool v2: A device that uses Nanites to mend constructions and vehicles. This Terrestrial Reserve design utilizes heat sinks to keep the tool from overheating as quickly as the standard model under extended usage, and liquid cooling as well as an extra nanite generator increases mending abilities further. Quickly overheats without replacement coolant cartridges, and is slightly more susceptible to battlefield wear and tear. Engineer Class Item (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Basic Overshield Generator: A module that, when activated, projects a mesh of Hard Light against it's user. This shielding can deflect or absorb some incoming fire but will fail under a significant or sustained attack. The barrier can be held for thirty seconds and requires two minutes without use to fully recharge. Heavy Assault Class Item (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Basic TR Neurohelmet: A helmet with a complex neural interface allowing Pilots to assume direct control of many of a vehicle's systems. Directional controls still utilize conventional methods. The helmet filters feedback so the human mind isn't melted by, say, a massive hole being blown in the craft taking out multiple systems. The system provides a significant boost to a Pilot's abilities at the cost of needing up to five minutes to interface with the Pilot before every use. Pilot Class Item (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Auxiliary Equipment

Extra Cooling Cartridges: Spare cartridges meant for the TR Repair Tool v2's liquid cooling system. An extra pouch of these goes a long way. Usable by: Engineers (EXPENSIVE)

Omnivisor Suite: A major upgrade to current TR helmets, adding brainwave scanners and a multifunctional visor. The visor can switch between Black-Hot and White-Hot Thermal Imaging, Low-Light-Night Vision Mode, and an IFF identifier mode that outlines infantry in force-specific colors. Usable by: All Classes (CHEAP)

Legacy of Terra Standard Armor: Sleek carapace armor capable of reducing the damage caused by infantry-sized weapons and increasing survivability from the larger ones. Contains an OmniVisor Suite as well as a built-in nanite generator for very basic first aid. The suit can be sealed and has a few hours of life support. Usable by: All Classes, requires 2 Auxiliary Slots (EXPENSIVE)

Vehicles

Renderer Armored Troop Transport: The Renderer is a tracked troop transport capable of holding eight fully-loaded passengers as well as the driver and gunner. It's 35mm armor protects it from small-arms fire, and it has a max speed of 70km/h on favorable terrain. A 30mm autocannon capable of hitting 400 RPM is mounted on the top of the Renderer, is capable of 360 degree traversal, and is controlled remotely by the gunner in the vehicle. (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Teamster Armoured Logistics Truck: A Renderer that's been stripped down and hollowed out to allow transport of an increased number of men (16) and materials. Speed of the vehicle maxes out at 95km/h, though an Ammo Fabrication trailer can be attached, bringing it's speed back down to around 70km/h. The turret is replaced with a hatch and the sides swing open thanks to hinges at the top. (EXPENSIVE)

Thunderer Self-Propelled Artillery Piece: A Renderer with it's roof completely remodeled to accommodate an open-top turret housing a Hail Artillery Piece. Armor was cut down to 15mm to alleviate weight issues with the added gun, and it can still tow an Ammo Fabricator while keeping up with it's relatives. Deployable struts provide additional stability. The turret fires at a steady 8 RPM. Deployment is tied to the cost of the Hail, with the expense level here being it's absolute limit. (EXPENSIVE)

"Hail" Artillery Piece: A 105mm cannon capable of engaging targets at Extreme Range and beyond. Utilizes HE and HE/AP rounds for soft and hard targets as well as airburst flechette for soft targets in the open. Mounted on a carriage with ready rack towable by a Teamster. Target areas can be guesstimated based on laser designation. (EXPENSIVE)

"Destroyer" Main Battle Tank: An MBT with a 125mm autoloading cannon, a 12.7mm machine gun, 105mm-150mm armor, and bricks of Explosive Reactive Armor over vital parts of the tank. The tank is capable of traveling at 60km/h. (EXPENSIVE)

Wasp VTOL Strike-Fighter: The Wasp is a small, nimble aircraft capable of performing tight maneuvers but suffers from practically nonexistent armoring. They can reach 600km/h and can utilize a single 20mm five-barrel rotary cannon installed in the nose as well as 12 rockets split between two pods that are capable of remote control via Neurohelmet. (EXPENSIVE)

Osprey VTOL Transport: The Osprey can transport four soldiers to a combat zone thanks to 35mm armoring and can provide cover or clear an LZ with the nose-mounted 20mm and a total of 24 rockets. Utilizes a Revivication Chamber as a "mobile" spawning point, but is unable to use it while in-flight. Can reach speeds of 280km/h. (VERY EXPENSIVE)

Other

Core Fusion Reactor: A large, very sensitive cold-fusion reactor used as an auxiliary power source for bases and defensive positions. Vibration often causes a shut-down, as do power fluctuations. Needs to be deployed in controlled territory. (NATIONAL EFFORT)

[Failbird105]

All Class gear: 'Shattershell' Fragmentation grenade
This is very much a basic piece of equipment. It's a frag grenade, no fancy extras or gimmicks. An inner core of explosives, surrounded by a perforated casing made to separate into evenly sized and shaped pieces. Just pull the pin, it starts the five second fuse, and then it explodes at the end. Nothing more to it then that.

Bringing this back up, since we've currently got an extra Auxiliary slot for all our non-engineer characters to use. I've got some new ideas too, but it'll take some time to write them up.

Terran Rocket Propelled Grenade

A simple tube for firing rockets, the terran rocket propelled grenade is a well-built tube with an analog primer activator. A scope with drop and wind adjustment lines based on the ambient conditions, fed from the suit.

A small backpack carries the rounds, with two varieties: HEAT or AP Fragmentation Flechette rounds, based on the existing cannon round. All rounds have spring-loaded fins that start releasing on barrel exit.

This weapon is meant to be a secondary weapon for all classes.

Also this too, since we also could do with an infantry portable anti-vehicle option.

Edit: Made some Power Armor for our heavy assualts. I'm thinking of doing a 'legs and back only' version for our Light Assaults later to provide enhanced jumping, running, and landing capabilities.

Heavy Assault Specific Auxiliary
Based on the Legacy of Terra, the Bulwark is our first foray into Powered Armor. Making use of an advanced system of hydraulics, the Bulwark allows for greatly enhanced strength in the wearer. Allowing for significantly increased lifting and striking strength, running speed, and jumping height. This increase however is largely put to use allowing the armor to be far heavier and far more durable. The armor is quite a bit thicker, providing yet greater defenses from small arms, and even further increasing the survivability of explosions. The arms meanwhile, retain a larger portion of the increased strength, allowing for the comfortable wielding of particularly heavy, cumbersome weapons, such as the Bulldog. In addition to these improvements, the Bulwark also sports the additional Omnivisor suite, first-aid system, and life-support of the original LoT that it was based on. It should make a fine addition to our Heavy Assault soldiers arsenal. It should be noted however, that this is meant to replace the LoT for the Heavy Assaults, not the Overshield.

There are, of course, problems however. For one, the addition of Hydraulics and increased armor naturally makes it quite a bit bulkier than the LoT was. This makes it slightly difficult to move around in, and could potentially make it even harder to carry other equipment with it. And of course, if we made the armor too thick in some places, then the wearers would not be able to move, thus the hands and joints are much more lightly armored than the rest of the suit, bearing no more armor thatn the Legacy did. Finally, being powered armor, the Bulwark is of course powered. Having a pair of nanite batteries that are cycled between to keep the suit running. Should the current battery be low while the other is still recharging, then the minor systems of the suit will temporarily shut down to conserve power, starting with the first aid, then the Omnivisor, and if needs must, it can even drain power from the battery of the Overshield that the Heavy Assault soldier wearing it has equipped, though obviously as it can be worn by our regular forces as well if we haveba surplus, you don't need an Overshield to wear it.