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- Intent: To create a fast attack vehicle for the Eternal Empire.
- Image Source: Halo Ghost Fan Art - HighPoly Model - Michael Hyman
- Canon Link: N/A
- Permissions:
- First United Astral Engineering (N/A)
- Pink Vapor (N/A)
- Phase III “Dream Sight” Combat Electronics System (N/A)
- FAE/W-05 “Kopa Khan” Rotary Particle Beam Cannon (N/A)
- Sleg Ultracapacitor (Open-Market)
- Aegis SH13LD (Open-Market)
- Korriban-II Heavy Machine Gun (Open-Market)
- Furutaka Heavy Repeater (Open-Market)
- Primary Source: N/A
- Manufacturer: First United Astral Engineering
- Affiliation:
- First United Astral Engineering
- Eternal Empire
- Exclusive Buyers (Marketplace Purchase or Direct Permission)
- Market Status: Closed-Market
- Model: FAE/V-03 “Vayu” Speeder Interceptor
- Modularity: Yes
- Seat Height and Other Relevant Ergonomic Factors Automatically Adjust to Accommodate Pilots of Virtually All Sizes, Species, and Builds.
- Neural Interface System May be Substituted for a Motion Interface System or a Similar Neural Interfacing Technology.
- Various Aesthetic Modifications and Permutations.
- Variable Ordnance, Gas, and Gun Loadouts
- Two Universal Nano Missile Launchers (Variable Nano Missile Loadout) - 10 Brilliant Nano Missiles Per Launcher
- Two Modular Gun Hardpoints (Variable Gun Loadout) - One Gun Per Hardpoint
- Two Universal Chemical Projectile Launchers (Variable Gas Loadout) - One Gas Type Per Launcher
- Production: Minor
- Material:
- Landspeeder Components
- Dallorian Alloy
- Alusteel
- Duraplast
- Carbon-Nanofilament
- Gammaplast
- Durasteel
- Synth-Leather
- Anti-Ion/EMP Agrinium and Duraplast Faraday Cage Mesh Construction Surrounding Electronics
- Classification: Landspeeder
- Role: Reconnaissance, Fast Attack, Anti-Repulsor Craft Interception
- Size: Small
- Length: 3.6 Meters
- Width: 3.4 Meters
- Height: 1.5 Meters
- Weight: Average
- 1323 Lbs. (600 Kilograms)
- Armaments: Average │ Very Low (Active Turbothrust System Disables Guns and Nano Missile Launchers)
- Modular Gun Hardpoint (2) - Nose (See Modularity Section)
- Universal Brilliant Nano Missile Launcher (2) - Nose (See Modularity Section)
- Shockwave Generator - Prow
- Universal Chemical Projectile Launcher (2) - Ventral and Dorsal (See Modularity Section)
- Pink Vapor Canister
- Smoke Canister
- Nagnol Gas Canister
- Vertigon Gas Canister
- Nerve Gas Canister
- Defenses: Average
- Phase III "Force Avenger" Energy Shield - 8 SBD
- AR-0B Composite Armor System (Carbon-Nanofilament)
- Anti-Personnel System (Conducive Stun Armor)
- Anti-Missile Countermeasure System (ABC Scrambler Pods and Electronic Countermeasures)
- Maneuverability Rating: Very High
- Speed Rating: Very High │ Extreme (Active Turbothrust System)
- 400 Miles Per Hour (643.74 Kilometers Per Hour) │ 575 Miles Per Hour (925.37 Kilometers Per Hour)
- Propulsion: Repulsorlift
- Operational Ceiling: ~25 Meters
- Minimum Crew: Multiple Computer Brain Modules
- Optimal Crew: 1 Pilot and Multiple Computer Brain Modules
- Passenger Capacity: None
- Cargo Capacity: Very Small
- Power and Propulsion Systems
- Isotope-5 Reaction System
- Tobal Lens for Heat Exchange and Anti-Ion/EMP Automatic Restart System
- Solar Ionization Reaction System and Solar Collection Arrays
- Secondary Power Generation System
- Sleg Ultracapacitor Network
- Turbo Repulsorlift Engine
- Repulsorlift Jets
- Jump Jets
- Lateral Jets
- Air Brakes and Braking Engines
- Micro-Maneuvering Controls and Steering Vanes
- Electrogravitic Gyro Flywheel and Air Scoops
- Active Gyroscopic Stabilization and Balance System (Stabilization for Firing in Motion)
- Power Conversion System
- Isotope-5 Reaction System
- Utility Shield Systems
- Atmospheric-Friction Shield
- Radiation Shield (Internal and External)
- Concussion Shielding (Surrounding Pilot)
- Ion Shield (Internal Electronic Systems)
- Pilot Safety Systems
- Collision Avoidance System
- Safety Harness and Webbing
- Integrated into Seat, Pilot Restraint
- Radiation Negation and Radiation Screen System
- Integrated into Power Systems, Engine, and Other Possible Radioactive Systems
- Speed Governor (Toggleable Settings)
- Acceleration Compensation System and Antishock Field
- Altitude Limiter (Toggleable Settings)
- Para-Foil System
- Overpressure Alarm (Pressure Management Mode Indicator)
- Automatic Radiation Dampening Foam Deployment System
- Electronic Warfare Systems
- Full Spectrum Distortion Projector
- Sensor Jamming Module
- Scanner Blocking Field
- Variable Settings, Coverage, Etc. Blocks Scanner/Sensor Penetration to Conceal Nature of Pilot, Armament, and Internal Systems; Does Not Hide Craft Itself From Scanner/Sensor Detection
- Offensive Support Systems
- Automatic Pattern Harmonisation
- Automatic Emitter/Barrel Adjustment Based on Targeting Data, Sensor Information, and Pilot Input; Optimizes Concentration of Fire at All Ranges
- Fire Linked Weapon Systems
- All Aspect Missile Launch/Tracking Systems
- Automatic Pattern Harmonisation
- Computer Systems
- Computer System
- Slave Circuit System
- Genetic Code, Retinal, and Dermatoglyphic Verification
- Persistent Security System; Automatic Power Shutdown Upon Hijacking by Unauthorized Agents
- Aegis SH13LD / Network Security Computer Brain System / Rapid Repetition Defense Measures
- Piloting and Control Systems
- Neural Interface Compatibility (Optional)
- Misc. Systems and Components
- V9 Turbothrust Conversion Coiling
- Repulsorgrip Module
- Harmonic Dampening System
- Co-Pilot Computer Brain
- Beckon Call System (Suicide-Cruise Switch)
- Floodlight Projection System
- 125,000 Lumens, Variable Power Settings, and Strobe Light Module
- External Speaker System
- Hull and Internal De-Icing System
- Self-Destruct Mechanism
- Computer Brain and Pilot Governed, Anti-Reverse Engineering and Piracy
- Combat De-Ionization System and Cap Drain
- Sound/Auditory Dampening System
- Various Speeder Features
- All Standard Speeder Features, Systems, and Components
- Phase III “Dream Sight” Combat Electronics System
- Targeting Systems (Computer Brain Oversight/Governing)
- Ground-Penetrating Sensor Pack and Miniaturized GroundSweeper (Mine Detection)
- HUD/Pilot Interfacing, Uplink, and Networking Capability
- Lock-Threat Warning Indicator
- Homing Beacon (Security Encryption)
- Terrain-Following Sensor
- Aerial Sensor
- Tracking Scope
- Macrolaser Tracker
- Thermocom Module
- Miniaturized Com/Scan
- Cha-Cha Slide - The Vayu is a highly agile machine, capable of executing dizzying maneuvers for a vehicle of its class and outmaneuvering most large vehicles with relative ease. Its repulsorlift jump jets allow it to "jump" in order to clear obstacles, while its lateral thrusters can fires bursts of thrust to throw the craft in any direction to dodge attacks. In order to protect the pilot from the G-forces wrought by the maneuvers the craft is capable of, the Vayu features an acceleration compensation system.
- Fire Concentration - Correcting the disadvantages of linked weaponry pertaining to concentration of fire at certain ranges, the Atroxa utilizes a computer brain governed fire concentration system that executes minute on-the-fly adjustments to the angle of the craft’s fixed-forward weaponry, based on constant feedback from pilot input and targeting data. In effect, this system dynamically optimizes pattern harmonisation at all viable ranges, affording the Atroxa’s weapons greater accuracy and damage potential.
- Electronic Warfare - Featuring a comprehensive suite of electronic warfare systems, the Vayu can utilize these systems to dazzling effect in virtually any given battlespace, confusing missile tracking systems, jamming enemy sensors, disrupting targeting systems, and more. In effect, judicious application of these systems can make the speeder an extreme, yet hyper-lethal annoyance to enemy units.
- Cargo Capacity - A small cargo capacity shoehorns the Vayu firmly in the role of an assault and combat craft, primarily as a fast attack platform capable of light direct fire. As such, it requires support to maintain it in a theater, typically transport vehicles which are capable of carrying tools, materials, and personnel needed for executing repairs in the field.
- Mechu-deru: An unspoken weakness of virtually all modern technology, the Vayu is vulnerable to the esoteric sorceries of Mechu-deru and other technology-corrupting powers. As such, a skilled practitioner of such arts can quickly disable the machine, provided that they have a direct line of sight to the craft.
- Power Burn - The Vayu’s turbothrust system can only be sustained for a limited amount of time due to its intense power demands and potential to overheat the engine. At maximum, the system can only be active for ten consecutive seconds before it is automatically shut off, at which point the engine must undergo a mandatory heat discharge protocol. In addition, the craft can not use its weapons, with the notable exception of the prow-mounted shockwave generator and the projectile launchers, while the turbothrust is engaged.
- Exposed Pilot - In the event that the craft's shields are neutralized, the rear and sides of the Vayu will present an exposed weak point, owing to the somewhat poorly-protected area surrounding the pilot, exposing them to small arms fire under this circumstance.
- EMP/Ion Disruption - As a machine that depends on a suite of complicated electronics to ensure optimal performance, EMP and/or Ion-based attacks can hamper the combat capability of the Vayu, the severity of which depends on the power quotient and proximity of the discharge to the craft.
- Speed is Life - The Vayu depends on its speed and maneuverability to flourish in the ecosystem of the modern battlefield. Although it possesses shields and light armor, these defenses are largely limited to warding against small arms fire. Ultimately, the vehicle isn't capable of withstanding long under fire from most vehicle-grade ordnance or even particularly heavy small arms.
Conceived and designed by First United Astral Engineering, the FAE/V-04 "Vayu" Speeder Interceptor is a fast attack craft, visualized as a "grounded TIE fighter". It is a light direct fire platform, chiefly relying speed and maneuverability to survive on the battlefield. Optimized to engage infantry and light/medium vehicles, the Vayu often functions much like ancient horseback warriors, as a platform of shock warfare. The prow is built for ramming, incorporating a shockwave generator which has the potential to further damage enemies struck by the vehicle, in addition to the kinetic force of its impact. In addition to forward assault, the Vayu is very versatile and is also capable of serving in other roles, such as reconnaissance, skirmishing, and hit-and-fade strikes.
Capable of traversing over water and rough terrain, the Vayu is a rugged machine. However, its reliance on transport vehicles for maintenance can hinder its independence.
Nevertheless, Vayu is hoped to be an ideal candidate for a repulsorlift combat platform to enter service with the Eternal Army, with high expectations for its production and performance in the field.
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