Nyos Val
The Redeemer
Image Source: http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2014/211/6/e/cybernetic_spine_by_infernalravager-d7t0u78.png
Intent: To Create a Prehensile Cyber-tail for [member="Iziz Vei"]
Development Thread: Assembly-http://starwarsrp.net/topic/54666-going-tail-side-up/
Phrik- http://starwarsrp.net/topic/53689-phrik-it-sith-assassins/
Lightsaber- http://starwarsrp.net/topic/53385-corporate-takeover-sith-assassins/page-2#entry804616
Mother Control System/Device: http://starwarsrp.net/topic/42571-mother-control-system-mcs/
Manufacturer: InVal Cybernetics
Model: Scorpion Tail
Affiliation: InVal/Iziz
Modularity: None
Production: Unique
Material: Durasteel, Titanium, Phrik, Kevlar, Carbon Fiber Spinal Cover, Electrical Components
Description: The build for this particular Cybernetic attachment, while tricky, will bring a new view on how cybernetics could be used. In tandem with. MCD, the Scorpion Tail is just like any other cybernetic limb, except, this one is attached to your rear and has the added bonus of extending and retracting. The titanium, Durasteel frame will give the limb strength and durability, while The Phrik exterior plating gives the tail itself resistance to energy weapons in case the wearer gets into a cituation that requires them to protect against FU's or blaster fire.
The extension and retraction will be aided by small hydraulic tubes. Each individual "link" in the tail extends independently via the hydraulics, at a 2/3's increase. They can be controlled, with training. The Kevlar is to protect the vital electronic parts and hydraulics from the elements and damage, likely caused by the wearer bashing his opponents to smithereens. The hydraulic fluid should last the lifetime of the tail, but should it malfunction, it an be brought back for cleaning and replacement of fluids.
There is, for fun, a bonus concealed hatch at the tip, where I added a lightsaber, provided by Iziz. It is spring loaded, so when the hatch opens, the lightsaber extends out and activates. The tail is connected to the spine of the wearer, so if the spinal column is separated, the tail is useless. It has the ability to articulate almost completely across the front of its wearer, and overhead to just past the face. There is a spare power pack in the base of the tail, so if power is lost from the MCD, it can still function at 65% capacity this battery should last two days of non stressful use, or half a day of stressful use. Once the Power to the MCD is re-established, it would take 5 minutes to reboot to the main power source.
Featuring articulating pincers, the tail could be used to grasp objects, individuals or ledges, in dire cases. Controlled by the MCD and subsequently the wearers mind, it's only as accurate as the user. When the lightsaber is activated, the pincers go into a stasis mode and lock open until deactivation. Much training will be needed to fully use the tail, otherwise, it's fairly difficult to wield. The added weight of the cyber tail on the wearer is compensated by lightening the skeleton with the titanium and using Kevlar. Also, while not in use, the tail acts like a counter balance to the wearer by resting in a position close to the wearers center of gravity or by being used as a tripod. To counter balance the weight of the tail, Iziz's spine was encased in Carbon Fiber to strengthen it. As well, the tail uses the weight of the wearer as a counter balance and visa versa. When the wearer uses the limb to lift objects, they would be more successful when leaning/bending at the hips and legs, like they would normally when lifting something/one. Being that Iziz is a FU, he can use his abilities to aid the lifting.
There is also a fail safe, remote Kill Code if the attachment malfunctions or is damaged beyond repair. Both the Wearer and Nyos will have access to this code in case of emergency. Once applied, the wearer must return to InVal for repairs or replacement. As long as they are within range of any holonet connection, the code can be activated.
It should be mentioned, as the tail is connected to the nerves of Iziz, that it cannot feel pain. Although, it can 'detect' pain. In the same way a droid knows it's been damaged, the tail can send a signal to the MCD that relays the info to the brain. Now, it cannot tell specifications of said damage without proper inspection from myself or Iziz of true damage. As for how it's damaged, it can sustain the normal crushing/snapping/bending like any other prosthetic, but the Titanium, durasteel, and Phrik have a strong tensil strength and would require a larger than humanly possible amount of force to damage the vertebrae. In the case of over articulation, the tail can be immobilized that way, just like if the vertebrae were crushed. A damaged vertebrae, in the appropriate spot could take the whole tail out, like at the base.
Lightsaber Length: Shoto
Length: 0.92 meters / 2.75 meters
Weight: 12.2 Kg
Strengths:
+85% articulation
+Extends to triple its size
+Hidden Lightsaber Compartment
+Bonus Power Pack
+Durable
+Lifting Capacity of 65kg
+Lightsaber Resistant
Weaknesses:
-Training Needed
-Intact Spine Needed
-Not Slug Resistant
-65% Articulation at Loss of Main Power Supply
-Sleeping on Your Back is Not Happening
-Kill Code(once used)
