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Approved Tech FAE/U-04 "Phyre Blade" Energized Razor Skates

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A test operator skating an obstacle course with a prototype variant of the Phyre Blades, with secondary steering wheel blades mounted on the gauntlets.​
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
PRODUCTION INFORMATION
SPECIAL FEATURES
  • Oversight and Administration
  • Information Storage and Processing
  • Power and Propulsion Systems
    • Pure Diatium Power Cells
      • Capable of Drawing Power from Host Unit
    • Secondary Capacitor Bank
    • Neuranium Blade Wheel Skates
      • Mono-Molecular Edges - Enhanced by Svolten Rhyolite to retain a permanent edge.
      • Ultrasonic Vibration System - Generates extreme vibrations that enhance cutting capability, allowing the bladed skates to better slash through hard metal floors and rough terrain. Can be toggled on or off by the operator or the system itself, in order to save power when not needed.
      • Monomolecular Energy Cord - Generates an energized filament along the edges of the bladed skates, further enhancing the slashing capabilities of the skates. May also be toggled on or off by the operator or the system itself, in order to save power when not needed in less-demanding terrain.
    • Drivetrain System
  • Data Security
  • Control Systems
    • Neural Interface Compatibility
    • Blink and Voice Command Compatibility
    • Variable Output and Calibration Settings
    • Automation and Administration Control
      • Capable of Various Levels of Automation
  • Utility Systems
  • Sensor Systems
  • Safety Systems
    • Emergency Blade Stop System - Upon sensing that the bladed skates will strike the body of the operator or a marked friendly, the system will activate an emergency brake to immediately halt the rotation of the skates. Interfaces with host unit sensors and IFF data.
    • Active Gyroscopic Stabilization and Balance System
    • Speed and Power Governor
      • Overcharge Boost - Temporary setting which overclocks the motor, allowing sudden bursts of speed and maneuverability. Can be active for up to ten seconds before the skates must enter a mandatory heat discharge protocol.
    • Acceleration Compensation System
    • Collision Avoidance System
  • Maintenance Systems
    • Diagnostic Chip - Diagnostic systems run automatic maintenance checks on the skates and are able to identify parts, systems, and components that need repair or replacement.
      • Electronics and Communications Suite - Integrated electronics and communication suite that links to virtually any system, allowing hard data to be obtained from the skates’ systems, such as running temperatures, pressure levels, various other pieces of telemetry, diagnostic information, Etc.
  • Misc. Systems and Components
STRENGTHS
  • Skater Girl - The Phyre Blades are prized mainly because a skilled or competent skater can harness them to lethal effect in battle, in a manner similar to repulsorlift skates, though the Phyre Blades provide significantly better stability. On unrestricted power settings (Only used by especially skilled skaters), they can reach top speeds pushing 200 kilometers per hour, with faster speeds possible on overcharge mode. It should also be noted that some experienced operators are capable of firing a gun while skating and using them in tandem with the Eleleth or a jetpack.
  • Agility - The skates allow for sudden bursts of movement in any direction on the ground when overcharged, making them ideal for dodging fast missiles when needed. When used in tandem with the Eleleth, more extreme feats of speed and agility are quite possible.
  • Impromptu Weapon - Given their extremely fast rotation speed, ultrasonic vibration generators, and monomolecular energy cords, the bladed wheels can be used as an impromptu weapon, with the potential to shred flesh, organic armored carapace, and hard metal armor with gnarly results. A creative skater could also make use of the sparks and fragments thrown up in their wake to harm or stun an enemy.
WEAKNESSES
  • High Skill Floor - Unfortunately “skilled skaters” only represents a tiny percentage of the potential user group. While cheap enough to be fielded en masse, in practice, Phyre Blades are generally not part of a standard soldier’s kit. In an army of 1000, there might be thirty who are capable of competently (Enough that the skates are worth the additional weight) using the skates and of those, one who might be capable of operating them with a degree of mastery.
  • Destroy the Environment - The bladed wheels create propulsion by spinning and slashing through the ground itself, whether it be soil, rock, concrete, or metal. As such, they leave prominent ruts in their wake, which typically range from 5 to 16 centimeters deep. In short, the spinning blades effectively destroy the ground in their wake and can be a public nuisance.
  • Close Hazard - The spinning bladed skates can create hazards for bystanders and anyone in close proximity to the operator, who might be showered in fragments of sparks, metal, and pavement kicked up by the blades. As such, the Phyre Blades are generally only used in special military contexts, where armor and/or shields can typically be relied on to protect against the hazards. However, in drylands, the friction and heat generated by the bladed wheels can easily start fires.
DESCRIPTION
Named after a supposedly dead Sith Lady active during the Gulag Plague era, the FAE/U-04 “Phyre Blade” Energized Razor Skates were initially conceptualized in an attempt to see whether a ground-based, “blade wheel” mobility system could work on an infantry-based platform. Visualizing a system which might allow an individual to skate across solid ground via a pair of spinning razor wheels mounted around each foot, the designers drew up the first prototype for what would become the Phyre Blades, which showed immediate promise in spite of a number of issues. Seeing potential in the idea, First United Astral Engineering approved the concept for full support, committing resources and personnel into its development in the hopes of coming out with a viable pre-production prototype.

Among the issues faced during its development, reliability, safety, controllability, and tough terrain proved to be the most troublesome. To resolve the issue of skating across tough terrain, which in initial prototypes proved difficult, the teeth of the bladed wheels were cut to a mono-moleular edge, augmented with an ultrasonic vibration generator, and channeled with an monomolecular energy cord along the edges, to further enhance their ability to slash through tough terrain, including dense metal, rock, and densely-compacted soil. Addressing reliability, the blades were treated with Svolten rhyolite to ensure the permanence of the mono-molecular edges. In addition, sensitive systems were safeguarded from the elements with internal environment shielding, along with the incorporation of a de-icing system as a mitigating measure. Pertaining to safety, it was anticipated that the spinning metal teeth could pose an extreme danger to a novice operator, with the risk even extending to those of average skill. In order to address this issue, an emergency blade stop was included to halt the rotation of the bladed wheels upon detection that they will strike the body of the operator or a marked friendly. Nevertheless, safety proved to be a lingering issue in the final design, especially given the extreme skill floor to become competent in maneuvering with the Phyre Blades, saying nothing of the dedication and practice needed to truly master it. Controllability proved to be much the same, though the Phyre Blades have a number of systems, including gyroscopics, collision sensors, power governors, and yet more, to aid in keeping the operator upright. However, these “electronic aids” may be tuned down or adjusted for an especially experienced or skilled skater, thereby affording them a finer degree of control over their maneuvers.

In spite of these issues, the Phyre Blades met the standards and requirements for full production. From there, variants of the design were conceptualized and tested to meet different physiological requirements. In human, near-human, and even many humanoid species with plantigrade feet, there are two bladed wheels on each foot, with one placed inside the foot between the big toe and the ball, then the other placed on the outside of the foot at the heel. For species with other types of foot anatomy, such as ungulates and digitigrades, the positioning and number of the blade skates can vary depending on the species’ natural gait, though there are generally no more than three blades on each foot. It should also be noted that additional bladed wheels can be mounted on the gauntlets or knees, which are often used for more direct steering input, though exceptional maneuverability and control is possible without.

While the designers have high hopes for its performance, the Phyre Blades are expected to be a niche product with a limited clientele. However, they were authorized to be sold to the Eternal Empire's military for assessment and potential field deployment.
 
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