Whats your greatest nightmare? Could it is gay reptiles in SS uniform? Say hello to Hans & Otto of the Dino SS. Two jung herrs who brutally crack down on Dino rights in the name of crushing freedom? But ah you say. Isn't the SS supposed to be protecting the people not oppressing them? Ha ha ha the nativity of youth...
They are normal SS soldiers, who we have followed a few times on operations which they perform in typically sardonic SS manner. Hans is an uber-gay SS soldier with a liking for very tight white shorts. He finds SS uniform good for pulling though Otto mournfully comments that der uniform has der opposite effect on der vimmin.
3.12.06
HCS Intel : Recent developments in HCS AFVs
Dr Forbidden here, apologies for missing 2 months HCS Intel reports, as you can appreciate sometimes i am so busy here at DDS Research...
It would not be inaccurate though slightly misleading to say that since the end of the Clone Wars HCS AFV development has stagnated. Its true there have been no new major types developed since the ill-faited T-92 but there has been a period of down-sizing and standardisation which was quite frankly desperately needed to clean up the mess of types operated and the logistic and engineering nightmares that caused.
The HCS Tank arm have seen the bulk of standardisation. The intriguing twin-hull T-105 was withdrawn, all T-88s below the T-88P2C mark withdawn (T-88P2 is the new name for the T-88++). Production of the T-91, the turretless replacement for the T-89 was ended after just 120 built and these have been withdrawn and put into storage. The T-92, the intended replacement for the T-88, was cancelled before production began despite excellent performance.
The HCS Tank arm is well and truly based on the T-89 now. Instead of replacing it the HCS have just continued to develop it using technology from the T-91 and T-92 projects. The HCS have just started to introduce the T-89E series, the biggest update since the end of the war. This new version is fairly similar to the T-89C in terms of hardware but has a totally new electronics and sensor suite. The HCS are trying to move into the info-rich technologically advanced age and move away from the old days of mass low-tech forces.
The secondary line T-55Z continues in service and production of course for terrorising peasants and the like. The HCS did toy with producing a copy of the T-62 instead but ended production after a few dozen. It was more expensive to build but just as massively obsolete so why bother?
Now we move onto IFVs, of course the iconic TRV-5 Tapir reigns supreme even though it was only intended as a reconnaissance vehicle (hence the designation) and is too small to carry that many troops. However it's survivability and reliability obviously scored well especially as it's contemporary, the TCV-7 Anteater has an unfortunate habit of exploding rather easily. Virtually all Anteaters have now been withdrawn no doubt to the relief of HCS soldiers.
The Tapir is now up to the F series and like the T-89E has had a number of improvements to systems in order for it to work in the info-war. The Tapir-F introduces fully synthetic driving views in order to delete the frontal armour weakness caused by a visor and to give the driver an enhanced full-spectrum driving view with overlayed tactical information relayed in real-time. Its rumoured the T-89E also has such a system though is unconfirmed at the moment.
The HCS have also designed a lighter wheeled version of the Tapir, the WCV-10 White Tapir to finally replace the hotch potch of internal security types used by the HCS. There are even a few dozen copies of the BTR-80 copy, the BTR-85 still in existance! The HCS plan to build 2000 White Tapirs to replace the BTR-85 and other assorted rubbish.
One area of the HCS thats firmly rooted in obselescence is the artillery arm. The ATC-107C still is the main self-propelled artillery gun even though it was designed 30 years ago as a stop gap! Much HCS artillery is still towed and desperately needs to be withdrawn. And to replace these ancient systems they are going to build... more ATC-107s!
The ATC-107G is a redesign though and finally has the communications and computer technology in order for the artillery to operate in the 22nd century and not the 20th.
So there is the HCS in 2106, no new types but plenty of work still going on and finally a coherant policy on procurement.
It would not be inaccurate though slightly misleading to say that since the end of the Clone Wars HCS AFV development has stagnated. Its true there have been no new major types developed since the ill-faited T-92 but there has been a period of down-sizing and standardisation which was quite frankly desperately needed to clean up the mess of types operated and the logistic and engineering nightmares that caused.
The HCS Tank arm have seen the bulk of standardisation. The intriguing twin-hull T-105 was withdrawn, all T-88s below the T-88P2C mark withdawn (T-88P2 is the new name for the T-88++). Production of the T-91, the turretless replacement for the T-89 was ended after just 120 built and these have been withdrawn and put into storage. The T-92, the intended replacement for the T-88, was cancelled before production began despite excellent performance.
The HCS Tank arm is well and truly based on the T-89 now. Instead of replacing it the HCS have just continued to develop it using technology from the T-91 and T-92 projects. The HCS have just started to introduce the T-89E series, the biggest update since the end of the war. This new version is fairly similar to the T-89C in terms of hardware but has a totally new electronics and sensor suite. The HCS are trying to move into the info-rich technologically advanced age and move away from the old days of mass low-tech forces.
The secondary line T-55Z continues in service and production of course for terrorising peasants and the like. The HCS did toy with producing a copy of the T-62 instead but ended production after a few dozen. It was more expensive to build but just as massively obsolete so why bother?
Now we move onto IFVs, of course the iconic TRV-5 Tapir reigns supreme even though it was only intended as a reconnaissance vehicle (hence the designation) and is too small to carry that many troops. However it's survivability and reliability obviously scored well especially as it's contemporary, the TCV-7 Anteater has an unfortunate habit of exploding rather easily. Virtually all Anteaters have now been withdrawn no doubt to the relief of HCS soldiers.
The Tapir is now up to the F series and like the T-89E has had a number of improvements to systems in order for it to work in the info-war. The Tapir-F introduces fully synthetic driving views in order to delete the frontal armour weakness caused by a visor and to give the driver an enhanced full-spectrum driving view with overlayed tactical information relayed in real-time. Its rumoured the T-89E also has such a system though is unconfirmed at the moment.
The HCS have also designed a lighter wheeled version of the Tapir, the WCV-10 White Tapir to finally replace the hotch potch of internal security types used by the HCS. There are even a few dozen copies of the BTR-80 copy, the BTR-85 still in existance! The HCS plan to build 2000 White Tapirs to replace the BTR-85 and other assorted rubbish.
One area of the HCS thats firmly rooted in obselescence is the artillery arm. The ATC-107C still is the main self-propelled artillery gun even though it was designed 30 years ago as a stop gap! Much HCS artillery is still towed and desperately needs to be withdrawn. And to replace these ancient systems they are going to build... more ATC-107s!
The ATC-107G is a redesign though and finally has the communications and computer technology in order for the artillery to operate in the 22nd century and not the 20th.
So there is the HCS in 2106, no new types but plenty of work still going on and finally a coherant policy on procurement.
1.12.06
HCS announce details of OPV
The HCS Space Fleet (or rather fleets) have published some details of their forthcoming patrol boat the HCS OPV 08 Project. The ship will be similar to the DDS Pentekonter in being a small low-powered ship optimised for policing and local patrol duties. However the ship will also be suitable for expansion. Its thought that at a later stage an updated version will be built to begin replacing the large Kalahati Tuul fleet.
To begin with though the design is modest. It will have a crew of just 8, though able to take a detachment of up to 30 space marines. Top speed will be 500c. The HCS said they would give more details in the new year including the name. Though Shark, the name of the previous project for a patrol boat is thought to be the front runner.
To begin with though the design is modest. It will have a crew of just 8, though able to take a detachment of up to 30 space marines. Top speed will be 500c. The HCS said they would give more details in the new year including the name. Though Shark, the name of the previous project for a patrol boat is thought to be the front runner.
29.11.06
Arsenal AE details revealed
The DDS have revealed that their class of ammunition transports, the Arsenal, will number at least 10. Construction will begin of the first H2 2107. Two of the class will be of the "Factory Arsenal" varient which will contain a production facility for transphasic missiles. The class of 10 have received names and will be named after small arms manufacturers.
Pentekonters to receive Littoral Tactical Update
The DDS has announced that most of it's fleet of Pentekonters will receive a Littoral Tactical Update (LTU) over the next few months, the last 5 ships to be constructed will have the update built in. The update will improve the OPV's effectiveness against small-scale low-threat targets such as smugglers and pirates in low orbits and inside asteroid fields. The ships will receive auxiliary laser cannons, improved sensors optimised for operation in low orbit, better tractor beams and better internal security for handling prisoners.
Not all ships will receive the update, Windscorpion said a certain ship captained by a certain DDS member would not receive the update due to budget constraints.
Not all ships will receive the update, Windscorpion said a certain ship captained by a certain DDS member would not receive the update due to budget constraints.
28.11.06
Dr Forbidden talks Arsenal AE
Dr Forbidden, who has been unusually lucid these last few days, has given some details on the forthcoming Arsenal class ammunition transport. These will be more than just permanently assigned Providers as previously thought. The Arsenals will be able to teleport (within range) transphasic missiles directly to compatible ships (Panther to start with put probably more later) automatically as the combat ships run low on TPMs. Important especially considering a Panther can fire 8 missiles per second (and chew through the expected 250 missile load in half a minute!) Arsenals will be able to carry up to 5000 TPMs which should last a force of Panthers at least a couple of minutes.
Arsenals will also have maintenance facilities for weapons like Z cannons and missile launchers. The DDS are also considering the possibility of a small production line for TPMs. Dr Forbidden said the Arsenal class would have improved cloaks and shields. Its possible they would have uprated engines for improved speed though the Provider had a design limit of around 550c so any speed boosts would be small. Finally Dr F said the class would number more than the 2 currently on order but did not specify how many.
Arsenals will also have maintenance facilities for weapons like Z cannons and missile launchers. The DDS are also considering the possibility of a small production line for TPMs. Dr Forbidden said the Arsenal class would have improved cloaks and shields. Its possible they would have uprated engines for improved speed though the Provider had a design limit of around 550c so any speed boosts would be small. Finally Dr F said the class would number more than the 2 currently on order but did not specify how many.
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