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| − | The [[PGMP-12]] (1,000 grams loaded; Cr210; [[TL- | + | The [[PGMP-12]] (1,000 grams loaded; Cr210; [[TL-12]]) is a fearsome early generation [[Plasma Weapon]]. |
| − | * It is a [[DEW]] [[Light Weapon]]. | + | * It is a [[DEW]] [[Light Weapon]] that projects superheated plasma inflicting kinetic and heat damage. |
* It is known to some as the [[PGMP-C]]. | * It is known to some as the [[PGMP-C]]. | ||
== Description (Specifications) == | == Description (Specifications) == | ||
| − | "Plasma Gun, Man Portable-12 (PGMP-12):" The first light [[energy weapon]] (other than [[laser]]s), the [[weapon]] consists of a [[power pack]] carried on the firer's back, the [[weapon]] itself, and a flexible power link. The [[power pack]] powers a laser ignition system in the [[weapon]] itself which heats hydrogen fuel to a plasma state. The plasma is contained in the ignition chamber briefly and then released through a magnetically focused field along the [[weapon]]'s barrel. The high initial velocity plasma jet is 2.0 [[cm]] in diameter but begins to dissipate immediately. Each [[power pack]] has sufficient energy to discharge forty plasma bolts before recharging is necessary. Each pull of the trigger discharges one plasma bolt. Because of the considerable recoil, the [[PGMP-12]] may only be fired | + | "[[PGMP-12|Plasma Gun, Man Portable-12 (PGMP-12)]]:" The first light [[energy weapon]] (other than [[laser]]s), the [[weapon]] consists of a [[power pack]] carried on the firer's back, the [[weapon]] itself, and a flexible power link. The [[power pack]] powers a laser ignition system in the [[weapon]] itself which heats hydrogen fuel to a plasma state. The plasma is contained in the ignition chamber briefly and then released through a magnetically focused field along the [[weapon]]'s barrel. The high initial velocity plasma jet is 2.0 [[cm]] in diameter but begins to dissipate immediately. Each [[power pack]] has sufficient energy to discharge forty plasma bolts before recharging is necessary. Each pull of the trigger discharges one plasma bolt. Because of the considerable recoil, the [[PGMP-12]] may only be fired a few times a minute. Recharging requires four hours connected to a high energy source (such as a [[ship's power unit]]). |
=== Weapon Characteristics === | === Weapon Characteristics === | ||
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== History & Background (Dossier) == | == History & Background (Dossier) == | ||
| − | As [[sophont]] [[civilization]]s gain greater and greater mastery over volatiles and high energy physics, more capable [[weapon]]s are developed. Typically very early [[energy weapon]]s are developed in the [[TL:7-9]] epoch including fuel-air | + | As [[sophont]] [[civilization]]s gain greater and greater mastery over volatiles and high energy physics, more capable [[weapon]]s are developed. Typically very early [[energy weapon]]s are developed in the [[TL:7-9]] epoch including [[fuel-air explosive]]s and very large [[nuclear weapon]]s, which vastly outclass the [[Thunderball|atomic weapons]] of the [[TL:4-6]] epoch. |
| − | By [[TL:10-12]], [[Plasma Weapon]]ry becomes viable and supplements lasers, particle beams, and other energy | + | By [[TL:10-12]], [[Plasma Weapon]]ry becomes viable and supplements lasers, particle beams, and other [[energy weapon]]s. By the end of the epoch, the advanced [[PGMP-12]] appears, which is extremely advanced for its time. [[Plasma weapon]]ry continues to be refined and developed. |
By the [[TL:13-15]] epoch, the first [[fusion weapon]]s begin to debut, which can project greater damage than the earlier [[plasma weapon]]s. The [[FGMP]] series in increasingly refined as it goes from a bulky [[battle dress]]-only form down to [[sophont]]-wielded [[rifle]]-like form. As the materials technology and miniaturization improves, future [[fusion pistol]]s will undoubtedly become viable. {{Unpublished cite|author=Maksim-Smelchak}} | By the [[TL:13-15]] epoch, the first [[fusion weapon]]s begin to debut, which can project greater damage than the earlier [[plasma weapon]]s. The [[FGMP]] series in increasingly refined as it goes from a bulky [[battle dress]]-only form down to [[sophont]]-wielded [[rifle]]-like form. As the materials technology and miniaturization improves, future [[fusion pistol]]s will undoubtedly become viable. {{Unpublished cite|author=Maksim-Smelchak}} | ||
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{{Sources | {{Sources | ||
|S1= {{Ludography cite|name= Mercenary |page=37 |version=Classic Traveller}} | |S1= {{Ludography cite|name= Mercenary |page=37 |version=Classic Traveller}} | ||
| − | |S2= {{Ludography cite|name= | + | |S2= {{Ludography cite|name= Imperial Encyclopedia |page=TBD }} |
| − | |S3= {{Ludography cite|name= | + | |S3= {{Ludography cite|name= The Travellers' Digest 11 |page=35 |article= PGMP-12}} |
|S4= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]] | |S4= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]] | ||
|S5= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[User:Maksim-Smelchak|Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]] | |S5= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[User:Maksim-Smelchak|Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]] | ||
Latest revision as of 09:10, 17 December 2022
| Generic PGMP-12 | |
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 Generic PGMP-12 | |
| Group: | Ranged Weapon |
| Tech Level | TL–12 |
| Size | 800.0 mm |
| Weight | 6,000.0 grams (9,000.0 grams loaded) |
| Cost | Cr10,000 |
| Ammo | Power Pack, high capacity |
| Manufacturer | Various |
| Generic PGMP-12 | |
The PGMP-12 (1,000 grams loaded; Cr210; TL-12) is a fearsome early generation Plasma Weapon.
- It is a DEW Light Weapon that projects superheated plasma inflicting kinetic and heat damage.
- It is known to some as the PGMP-C.
Description (Specifications)[edit]
"Plasma Gun, Man Portable-12 (PGMP-12):" The first light energy weapon (other than lasers), the weapon consists of a power pack carried on the firer's back, the weapon itself, and a flexible power link. The power pack powers a laser ignition system in the weapon itself which heats hydrogen fuel to a plasma state. The plasma is contained in the ignition chamber briefly and then released through a magnetically focused field along the weapon's barrel. The high initial velocity plasma jet is 2.0 cm in diameter but begins to dissipate immediately. Each power pack has sufficient energy to discharge forty plasma bolts before recharging is necessary. Each pull of the trigger discharges one plasma bolt. Because of the considerable recoil, the PGMP-12 may only be fired a few times a minute. Recharging requires four hours connected to a high energy source (such as a ship's power unit).
Weapon Characteristics[edit]
Length: 800.0 mm. Weight of weapon: 6,000.0 grams. Weight of power pack: 3,000.0 grams. Base price: Cr10,000 (extra power packs: Cr2,500, commercial cost to recharge: Cr50). Tech level 12. Extreme Range 750.0 meters.
History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
As sophont civilizations gain greater and greater mastery over volatiles and high energy physics, more capable weapons are developed. Typically very early energy weapons are developed in the TL:7-9 epoch including fuel-air explosives and very large nuclear weapons, which vastly outclass the atomic weapons of the TL:4-6 epoch.
By TL:10-12, Plasma Weaponry becomes viable and supplements lasers, particle beams, and other energy weapons. By the end of the epoch, the advanced PGMP-12 appears, which is extremely advanced for its time. Plasma weaponry continues to be refined and developed.
By the TL:13-15 epoch, the first fusion weapons begin to debut, which can project greater damage than the earlier plasma weapons. The FGMP series in increasingly refined as it goes from a bulky battle dress-only form down to sophont-wielded rifle-like form. As the materials technology and miniaturization improves, future fusion pistols will undoubtedly become viable. [1]
Selected PGMP Models[edit]
- TL-12 PGMP or PGMP-12
- TL-13 PGMP or PGMP-13
- TL-14 PGMP or PGMP-14
References & Contributors (Sources)[edit]
- Frank Chadwick. Mercenary (Game Designers Workshop, 1978), 37.
- Marc Miller. Imperial Encyclopedia (Game Designers Workshop, 1987), TBD.
- Gary L. Thomas. "PGMP-12." The Travellers' Digest 11 (1989): 35.
- Traveller Wiki Editorial Team
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science
- ↑ Information provided to the library by Maksim-Smelchak