“The SN226 “Chrysalis” model combat automaton is, without a doubt, the most advanced equinoid weapons system yet developed. Great strides have been made to enhance this models mobility, with a top speed of over 50 km/h and the newly implemented Dynamic Articulation System (DynArS). This allows 360° t rotation, as well as complete on-the-fly reconfiguration, giving the SN226 a unique degree of versatility.
All SN226 units possess the capacity for advanced, independent problem solving. The unit can be relied upon to execute any task that can be required on the modern battlefield, possessing an inbuilt knowledge of anatomy, technology, modern tactics and strategies, behaviour patterns and thaumaturgy. Sensory systems have received a drastic overhaul, being capable of extremely sensitive, long distance auditory perception and acute voice and sound recognition. As with prior models, the SN226 possesses regular and thermal vision, now supplemented with distant object viewing and a thaumic filter with the capacity to negate most optical cloaking spells and/or enchantments.
The SN226’s structure is extremely sturdy, with the ability to resist 500000N of force without retaining significant damage. Protection was top priority when deg the new model, hence the reinforced carapace, composed of impact resistant fibres and a surrounding layer of plasmic steel. These measures provide the unit with adequate defence against any projectile. Core components are housed within a controlled inner layer, providing them increased protection from environmental wear, complete immunity to chemical degradation and high survivability in extreme heat or cold.
All SN226 units are host to a multipurpose thaumic projector, capable of perfectly replicating the functions of unicorn magic. The automaton is programmed with a practical knowledge of object manipulation, kinetic and energy absorbing barriers, thermic beams, cutting and sealing spells, optic camouflage and so on and so forth. In of more traditional armaments, the SN226 holds a high-powered plasma caster and retractable blades for close quarters combat (see DynArS). Units are capable of mimicking speech, as well as long distance communication through the integrated comms system.
Now, we are perfectly aware of the controversy surrounding our choice of power source for the new model. For those unaware, the SN226 is powered by a Type-57 Bio Reactor; the unit derives power from the biomass collected through the oral intake. We would like to assure those of a nervous disposition that they need not panic. The purpose of the system is to provide an easily renewable source of fuel to both ease logistics burdens and minimise pollution. I take it some still that fiasco with the SN101-M7. Certainly we do, and we would quite like to prevent any further mountain disappearances in future.
We understand that some of you may still hold ethical concerns, but there is little need for worry. The intake apparatus functions as a sort of digestive system, processing the “consumed” organic matter into biofuel and delivering into to the reactor proper. All necessary biomass can be derived from vegetation; the idea that this system would be used on any sapient creature, particularly a combatant, is absurd. That would be a pointless violation of the universal rights of sapients, as well as an abhorrent war crime, which this institution does not intend to promote or enable in any manner. I hope that settles any uneasy consciences.
We hope you found this informative presentation. Thank you all for listening.” - Dr. Vespula Koreensis, HIVE Robotics
Robo-Chrysalis can cram whatever love-extractor she wants down my gullet.
I wonder if she’d still try to eat ponies if you removed the intake grinder thing…
was half-expecting some creative acronym for “love”. otherwise cool.
Woah. Awesome read.
All SN226 units possess the capacity for advanced, independent problem solving. The unit can be relied upon to execute any task that can be required on the modern battlefield, possessing an inbuilt knowledge of anatomy, technology, modern tactics and strategies, behaviour patterns and thaumaturgy. Sensory systems have received a drastic overhaul, being capable of extremely sensitive, long distance auditory perception and acute voice and sound recognition. As with prior models, the SN226 possesses regular and thermal vision, now supplemented with distant object viewing and a thaumic filter with the capacity to negate most optical cloaking spells and/or enchantments.
The SN226’s structure is extremely sturdy, with the ability to resist 500000N of force without retaining significant damage. Protection was top priority when deg the new model, hence the reinforced carapace, composed of impact resistant fibres and a surrounding layer of plasmic steel. These measures provide the unit with adequate defence against any projectile. Core components are housed within a controlled inner layer, providing them increased protection from environmental wear, complete immunity to chemical degradation and high survivability in extreme heat or cold.
All SN226 units are host to a multipurpose thaumic projector, capable of perfectly replicating the functions of unicorn magic. The automaton is programmed with a practical knowledge of object manipulation, kinetic and energy absorbing barriers, thermic beams, cutting and sealing spells, optic camouflage and so on and so forth. In of more traditional armaments, the SN226 holds a high-powered plasma caster and retractable blades for close quarters combat (see DynArS). Units are capable of mimicking speech, as well as long distance communication through the integrated comms system.
Now, we are perfectly aware of the controversy surrounding our choice of power source for the new model. For those unaware, the SN226 is powered by a Type-57 Bio Reactor; the unit derives power from the biomass collected through the oral intake. We would like to assure those of a nervous disposition that they need not panic. The purpose of the system is to provide an easily renewable source of fuel to both ease logistics burdens and minimise pollution. I take it some still that fiasco with the SN101-M7. Certainly we do, and we would quite like to prevent any further mountain disappearances in future.
We understand that some of you may still hold ethical concerns, but there is little need for worry. The intake apparatus functions as a sort of digestive system, processing the “consumed” organic matter into biofuel and delivering into to the reactor proper. All necessary biomass can be derived from vegetation; the idea that this system would be used on any sapient creature, particularly a combatant, is absurd. That would be a pointless violation of the universal rights of sapients, as well as an abhorrent war crime, which this institution does not intend to promote or enable in any manner. I hope that settles any uneasy consciences.
We hope you found this informative presentation. Thank you all for listening.” - Dr. Vespula Koreensis, HIVE Robotics
“TELL MY FAMILY I DIED BRAVELY!”
“Died screaming like a weenie, got it.”