Approved Armor Phantom Assault Armor

[Amelia von Sorenn]

PHANTOM ASSAULT ARMOR​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

Standardized Multipurpose Armor for use by the Galactic Alliance Phantom Assault Squads

Image Source	[HERE]
Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Blast Armor
	Stormtrooper Armor
	Alliance Guard Armor
	Venom Assault Armor
	Venom Assault Squad
	Death Trooper Armor
Primary Link(s)	Not Applicable

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Technologies
Affiliation	Galactic Alliance
Model	Phantom Assault Armor
Modularity	Limited - Unit Colors and Emblems
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Semi-Unique

Materials

Helmet	Armor	Bodyglove	Additional Materials
Gammaplast	Gammaplast	Armorweave	Ironweave
Plastoid	Plastoid	Baffleweave	Reflec
Duraplast	Fleximetal	Polyfibe	Electronic Components

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Classification	Multipurpose
Weight	Average

Resistances

Energy	Very High
Kinetic	Low
Sonic	High
Thermal	Average
Lightsaber	Very Low
Radiation	High
Environmental; Zero-Gravity & Space	Average
Environmental; Hazardous	Average
Chemical & Biological	Average
Ion & EMP	High

SPECIAL FEATURES

Helmet Anq-Y Enhanced Optics Suite Audio and Visual Recorder Tactical H.U.D. Polarized Visor Anti-Flash Visor Encrypted Comlink Series IV Speaker Voice Disguiser Multi-Frequency Targeting and Acquisition System Armor Reinforced Fleximetal Chestpiece Ballistic Shielding Environment Underlay Manual Suit Sealant Extremities Forearm Datapad Reinforced Ironweave Vambrace Gammaplast Pauldrons X-21 Shock Gloves Knee-Protector Plates Mag-Boots w/ Grav Field Alternator Utility Belt Components High-Tension Wire Grappling Hooks Spare Blaster Packs Ion Flares Emergency Rations Spare Comlink Water Packs Medpacks Combat De-Ionizer Wrist Binders Additional Features IM-40 Pouch Armorweave Underlay Stealth Field Generator Military Mobility Shield Whisper Jump Jet Pack

STRENGTHS

Phantom Assault Armor - Known for providing higher-than-average protection against Energy-based weaponry, the armor is capable of withstanding direct strikes from blaster bolts just shy of heavy bolts or blaster cannons. The inclusion of Fleximetal in the cuirass prevents blaster bolts from melting through an individual's chest, however, it does not lessen the impact felt by the individual. The armor also incorporates elements of Blast Armor, specifically pockets of reflective crystals suspended in a semi-solid gel which provides additional protection against Sonic-based weaponry.

Stealth Field Generator - Each suit of Phantom Assault Armor is equipped with a specialized Stealth Field Generator developed from older designs utilizing more modern technologies. As such, these units are energy efficient and can operate for prolonged lengths of time before their power cells need to be replaced or recharged. These units also produce a sound-dampening field which when coupled with the light-bending properties of the Stealth Field makes the wearer incredibly difficult to detect both aurally and visually; however, this does not grant total invisibility.

Military Mobility Shield - The Phantom Assault Armor was designed to carry a personal shield generator to provide additional protection against energy-based weaponry. The shield generator that is standard for the armor is known to be able to absorb up to fifty blaster bolts or strikes from energy-based weaponry before the shield collapses and fails.

Individually Tailored - Like previous armor produced by Aether Technologies, the Phantom Assault Armor is individually tailored for the personnel that was issued the armor. This extra step ensures that the armor cannot be donned by another individual as a disguise if the original wearer were rendered incapacitated or killed.

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WEAKNESSES

Lightsaber Resistance - Though offering limited resistance against lightsabers and able to withstand a glancing blow from such a weapon, the Phantom Assault Armor is incapable of withstanding a direct blow from a lightsaber. Likewise, the armor is otherwise incapable of preventing a lightsaber blade from piercing through the armor.

Space - Unlike previous iterations of armor produced by Aether Technologies, the Phantom Assault Armor is capable of being fully sealed and pressurized to allow for the operation in sub-space and zero gravity environments. However, as the suit is not a dedicated environmental suit, it is only capable of being utilized in this fashion for no more than an hour, with extended use still requiring additional life support equipment.

Kinetic Resistance - Phantom Assault Armor was designed to focus on protection against energy-based weaponry, such as blasters, that an individual might readily encounter in locations such as Starships or Space Stations. Due to this, it lacks the higher protective ratings against kinetic-based weaponry that can be seen in such armors as the Alliance Guard Armor. While the Phantom Assault Armor is still capable of withstanding impacts from smaller caliber rounds or ricochets from larger rounds, it cannot withstand a direct hit from more moderately sized calibers, larger rounds, or those designed to pierce through armor.

Stealth Field Generator - The camouflage fields are known to be prone to collapse under stress with quick movements such as running tending to destabilize the field easily, requiring most users to move at no more than a walking pace to maintain the stability of the field. Likewise, actions involving sudden outward movements, such as engaging in combat or discharging a weapon, are also known to disrupt the field causing its collapse. Further, the stealth fields produced are not perfect, often creating a visual distortion or shimmer, that while near to impossible to notice, could still be detected by a keen eye. Additionally, the Stealth Field Generator cannot be active at the same time as the Personal Shield, nor can it be activated if the Personal Shield is currently active.

Military Mobility Shield - Unlike other Personal Shields, the unit installed in the Phantom Assault Armor is incapable of recharging the shield within a minute after depletion, and requires that new energy cells be installed before it can be activated again. Likewise, it is only effective against energy-based weaponry such as blasters, with kinetic-based and physical attacks known to pass through the shield. Additionally, the Personal Shield Generator cannot be active at the same time as the Stealth Field Generator, nor can it be activated if the Stealth Field Generator is currently active.

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DESCRIPTION

In years past the Galactic Alliance Core Fleet was known for deploying specialized forces known as Venom Assault Squads. These specialized units were distinguished by their black body armor known as Venom Assault Armor and were known to carry out some of the most dangerous special operations missions during the old Sith-Imperial War, operating on behalf of the then Galactic Alliance Remnant. Reaching back into antiquity, the designs at Aether Technologies have revived this infamous armor, producing, in secret, the Phantom Assault Armor. Where the armor separates itself from its predecessor can be seen in its standard equipment, specifically the inclusion of a Stealth Field Generator that also produces a sound-dampening field. The Phantom Assault Armor is also known to provide greater resistance and protection against energy-based weaponry such as blasters, however, it comes at a cost, that being its lower resistance against kinetic-based attacks. The Phantom Assault Armor also comes equipped with a Personal Shield Generator, the specific model of which is capable of withstanding up to fifty blaster bolts before the shield collapses and fails. However, unlike other units, the Personal Shield Generator is incapable of rapidly recharging the shield within a minute and must have new power cells installed before it can be utilized again. Likewise, neither the Personal Shield Generator nor the Stealth Field Generator can be operable at the same time, nor can one be turned on whilst the other is still in operation. When compared to its sister armors, the Alliance Guard Armor and NavSec Armor, the Phantom Assault Armor was designed to be completely sealed and pressurized, allowing its wearer to operate in hazardous environments or the vacuum of space. However, even then, the armor can only be utilized in such a manner for no more than an hour, with any extended operation still requiring additional life support equipment. As previously mentioned, Phantom Assault Armor truly shines in its increased resistance to energy-based weaponry, with the inclusion of a Fleximetal Cuirass providing ample protection against blaster bolts by preventing the bolt from melting through the individual's chest when struck. However, it does not lessen the impact of the blaster bolt felt by the wearer. The addition of a combat de-ionizer as well as shielded internal systems ensures that the suit is well insulated and protected against Ion-based weaponry, allowing the wearer to continue operations despite being struck by such weaponry. With the Galactic Alliance locked in a stalemate, it is clear that a new means to wage war is needed, and the Phantom Assault Armor was produced to be that means, providing the Galactic Alliance with a new tool in its expanding arsenal, albeit a tool that is kept quietly locked away and known to exist only to a select few.

 

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Amelia von Sorenn

As usual, amazing sub!

Approved.