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PostSubject: TX5 Piranha - Frontier Prototype (Vehicle)   TX5 Piranha - Frontier Prototype (Vehicle) EmptyThu Oct 18, 2018 12:42 pm

TX5 Piranha - Frontier Prototype (Vehicle) 99120113042_TauPirahna01
Like this, but different.

The TX5 is a variant build of the existing and widely used TX4 Piranha light scout-skimmer. While the TX4 was build for primarily a combat role, the TX5 was engineered with the rigors of frontier exploration in mind. The overall design is much the same: powered by complex dual anti-gravitic and jet-propulsion motive systems so that the vehicle almost glides over a planet's surface. The anti-gravitic engines generate "cushions" of air upon which the Piranha floats, and its armoured bulk is then driven forwards by its two powerful jet engines mounted on the sides of the main chassis. By manipulating the anti-gravitic plates so that the Piranha is pointed slightly skywards, a Piranha pilot can gain extra lift from the Piranha’s engines to clear the many obstacles and terrain that often litters a battlefield; obstacles that more mundane tracked vehicles can never hope to traverse.

The main differences are in the vehicle's function. The TX5 can hold four, rather than the standard two tau, in a 2x2 formation. One operator controls the vehicle and its systems from the front left seat and the remaining seats are for additional crew; however, whoever is sitting in the front passenger seat can also be given access a control panel from which to operate the vehicle's drones or weapon system should the need arise. Rather than a burst cannon or fusion blaster, the frontier model comes standard with a nose-mounted, driver-operated, pulse carbine. Two short fins on the front of the vehicle provide lift and also have docks that can each hold one drone. The rear of the vehicle is also expanded to accommodate additional sensory, scanning, and communications equipment necessary for scientific outings. Even with the added equipment, it still has room for extra storage for provisions and gear in the event of extended trips in the field.

Type: Skimmer
Tactical Speed: 18m; Cruising Speed: 120 kph (Max 160 kph)
Manoeuvrability: +15
Structural Integrity: 20
Armour: Front 15, Side 15, Rear 12
Size: Hulking
Crew: 1 Operator
Carrying Capacity: 3 in the fuselage, 2 Drones mounted on external racks, extra space in a cargo compartment at the rear of the vehicle.
Traits: Open Topped, Sensory Suite*, Skimmer.
Weapon System: Pulse Carbine, x1 Reload

*The Sensory Suite grants +10 to Awareness tests or Tech Use tests dealing with communications or locating beings. GM has final say when its use is allowed.

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PostSubject: Re: TX5 Piranha - Frontier Prototype (Vehicle)   TX5 Piranha - Frontier Prototype (Vehicle) EmptyThu Oct 18, 2018 12:43 pm

If anyone wants to illustrate the TX5 as I have described it, I would be really happy.

I pulled the stats from Deathwatch and nerfed them after looking at a DH2 Sentinel Walker's stats. Do they look all right? Do I need to nerf anything else? Do I need to add anything?

Any ideas for the Sensory Suite or does that sound fine as is?

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