Difference between revisions of "Sandcaster"
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| − | [[Sandcaster]]s are defensive weapons; they dispense small particles which counteract the strength of [[laser]]s and protect the [[ship]]. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=17}} | + | [[Sandcaster]]s are defensive weapons; they dispense small particles which counteract the strength of [[laser]]s and protect the [[ship]]. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=17|version=Classic Traveller}} |
* They are not an effective defense against [[missile]]s. | * They are not an effective defense against [[missile]]s. | ||
== Description (Specifications) == | == Description (Specifications) == | ||
Defensive starship weapon that dispenses small particles of a granular agent which obstructs light; when fired it interferes with incoming laser or energy weapon fire and protects the ship. | Defensive starship weapon that dispenses small particles of a granular agent which obstructs light; when fired it interferes with incoming laser or energy weapon fire and protects the ship. | ||
| − | * The specific particles used by sandcasters are similar to [[Ablat Armor|ablat personal armor]]. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=17}} | + | * The specific particles used by sandcasters are similar to [[Ablat Armor|ablat personal armor]]. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=17|version=Classic Traveller}} |
=== Typical Sandcaster Projector Costing === | === Typical Sandcaster Projector Costing === | ||
:{| class="wikitable sortable" | :{| class="wikitable sortable" | ||
| − | |+ Ship Weapons {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=23}} | + | |+ Ship Weapons {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=23|version=Classic Traveller}} |
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! Equipment Type | ! Equipment Type | ||
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=== Typical Sandcaster Ammunition Costing === | === Typical Sandcaster Ammunition Costing === | ||
| − | Replacement canisters of this special sand weigh about 50 kg and cost Cr400. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=17}} | + | Replacement canisters of this special sand weigh about 50 kg and cost Cr400. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=17|version=Classic Traveller}} |
== History & Background (Dossier) == | == History & Background (Dossier) == | ||
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'''Reloading:''' Each launcher (sand or [[missile]]) has an inherent capacity for three [[missile]]s or canisters. This means that a triple turret with three missile launchers has a total of nine missiles in ready position. | '''Reloading:''' Each launcher (sand or [[missile]]) has an inherent capacity for three [[missile]]s or canisters. This means that a triple turret with three missile launchers has a total of nine missiles in ready position. | ||
| − | When a launcher's [[missile]]s or canisters are exhausted, it can be quickly reloaded by the turret's gunner. Reloading three launchers takes slightly longer. A gunner engaged in reloading is unable to fire other weaponry in the [[Ship’s Turret|turret]]. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=32}} | + | When a launcher's [[missile]]s or canisters are exhausted, it can be quickly reloaded by the turret's gunner. Reloading three launchers takes slightly longer. A gunner engaged in reloading is unable to fire other weaponry in the [[Ship’s Turret|turret]]. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=32|version=Classic Traveller}} |
== References & Contributors (Sources) == | == References & Contributors (Sources) == | ||
Revision as of 06:03, 21 May 2018
Sandcasters are defensive weapons; they dispense small particles which counteract the strength of lasers and protect the ship. [1]
- They are not an effective defense against missiles.
Description (Specifications)
Defensive starship weapon that dispenses small particles of a granular agent which obstructs light; when fired it interferes with incoming laser or energy weapon fire and protects the ship.
- The specific particles used by sandcasters are similar to ablat personal armor. [2]
Typical Sandcaster Projector Costing
Ship Weapons [3] Equipment Type Typical Cost (Cr) Weight Sandcaster Cr250,000 1 ton
NOTE: Other ship weapon types and mountings exist, including some very exotic weaponry.
Typical Sandcaster Ammunition Costing
Replacement canisters of this special sand weigh about 50 kg and cost Cr400. [4]
History & Background (Dossier)
By the TL:7-9 epoch, lasers and other energy weapons (DEW) have become an important part of the battlefield, with lasers widespread and effective by TL:10-12. Early reflective and ablative armors reduced the effectiveness of energy weapons to a degree, but not nearly as much as reflective aerosols and ablative particulate clouds, which led to the rise of sandcasters. They are still one of the most potent defenses against energy weapons.
Reloading Sandcasters
Reloading: Each launcher (sand or missile) has an inherent capacity for three missiles or canisters. This means that a triple turret with three missile launchers has a total of nine missiles in ready position.
When a launcher's missiles or canisters are exhausted, it can be quickly reloaded by the turret's gunner. Reloading three launchers takes slightly longer. A gunner engaged in reloading is unable to fire other weaponry in the turret. [5]
References & Contributors (Sources)
- Marc Miller. Starships (Game Designers Workshop, 1977), 5.
- Classic Traveller High Guard (Book 5)
- Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science
- ↑ Marc Miller. Starships (Game Designers Workshop, 1977), 17.
- ↑ Marc Miller. Starships (Game Designers Workshop, 1977), 17.
- ↑ Marc Miller. Starships (Game Designers Workshop, 1977), 23.
- ↑ Marc Miller. Starships (Game Designers Workshop, 1977), 17.
- ↑ Marc Miller. Starships (Game Designers Workshop, 1977), 32.