Selrik Lorcas
Grand Moff
The Aegis-Type Mk I Purge Trooper Armor was the first generation of specialized armor issued to the Risen Empire's elite Jedi-hunting units. Developed during the early years of the Purge Initiative, the armor was designed not for subtlety, but for survival and dominance in face-to-face combat with Force users.
Constructed from ultrachrome plating reinforced with shock-absorbing gel padding, the Mk I offers high resistance to both conventional weapons and resistance to lightsaber attacks. Its most distinctive feature—the cortosis-weave gauntlets—allows trained Purge Troopers to parry or clash with lightsabers directly, potentially shorting them out momentarily and buying critical seconds for a kill.
The suit features a basic but reliable helmet system offering HUD functionality, night vision, and encrypted battlefield communications. A power-assisted exoskeleton integrated into the limb joints enhances physical strength, allowing troopers to meet Force-enhanced opponents with brute force.
However, the Mk I has several shortcomings by modern standards. It lacks any active systems to mitigate or counter Force abilities. Against skilled Jedi or Sith wielding the Force at range, Purge Troopers relied purely on tactics and tenacity. Its exposed joints left it vulnerable to focused attacks and made it ill-suited for prolonged field operations.
The Aegis Mk I was eventually phased out and replaced by the more sophisticated Mk II, but it remains in service with second-tier purge units, garrison forces, or recycled into support roles within the Risen military hierarchy. For many veterans, it remains a symbol of the Empire's grim determination to hunt the Jedi wherever they hide.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Cortosis-Weave Gauntlets: Can short-circuit lightsabers briefly on physical contact.
- Helmet System Suite: Includes target tagging, low-light vision, HUD integration, encrypted comms.
- Power-Assisted Frame: Enhances physical strength and load-bearing capacity for close-quarters confrontations.
- Environmental Sealing: Basic protection in vacuum and toxic environments.
- Mounting Hardpoints: Compatible with various Risen-issued support devices (e.g., flamethrowers, breaching tools, backpacks).
- Lightsaber Defense: Armor plating is reinforced against lightsaber strikes, and cortosis gauntlets offer offensive counters in melee.
- Enhanced Strength: Power-assisted exoskeleton allows troopers to engage Force users in melee, lift heavy loads, or break through obstacles.
- Close-Quarters Dominance: The armor is tailored for close, confined environments like ship corridors or urban structures—where Force users have less room to maneuver.
- No Force Disruption Systems: Lacks any technology to resist or counter Force powers such as telekinesis, precognition, or mind tricks.
- Vulnerable Joints: Articulated areas (underarms, behind knees) remain weak spots against lightsaber thrusts or precise strikes.
- Bulky & Loud: The armor is heavy and not suited for stealth. Movement generates audible noise, and reduced agility is a problem in open terrain.
Out Of Character Info
Intent:
To provide the original generation of Aegis-type armor used by the Risen Empire's Purge Troopers for anti-Force user combat roles.
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Technical Information
Affiliation:
The Risen Empire
Model:
Aegis-Type Mk I Purge Trooper Armor
Modular:
Yes
Material:
Ultrachrome Plating, Cortosis Weave gauntlets, Reinforced impact-dispersal gel, Armorweave Bodysuit, Transparisteel Visor, Electronic Components
Classification:
Multipurpose
Defense Rating:
Very High
Energy Resist:
Very High
Kinetic Resist:
High
Sonic Resist:
Average
Thermal Resist:
Average
Radiation Resist:
Average
Other Resistance(s):
EMP/Ion: Average, Elemental: Average, Lightsaber: Very High
