Approved Ranged Weapon DSP-17 Heavy Blaster Pistol

[Amelia von Sorenn]

DSP-17 HEAVY BLASTER PISTOL​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

Standard Issue Heavy Blaster Pistol produced by Aether Technologies for Dreadstar Security Solutions

Image Source	[HERE]
Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Blaster Pistol
Primary Link(s)	AT-HB1 Heavy Blaster Pistol
	AT-S7 Blaster Pistol

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Technologies
Affiliation	Dreadstar Security Solutions
Model	DSP-17
Modularity	Yes
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Minor

Materials

Outer Plating	Internal Structure	Additional
Dallorian Alloy	Duralumin	Transparisteel
Durasteel	Aluminium	Tibanna
Duraplast	Duraplast	Blaster Components

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Classification	Blaster Pistol
Size	Large
Weight	Heavy
Ammunition Type	Power Cell
	Tibanna Gas
Ammunition Capacity	Small
Effective Range	Personal
Rate of Fire	Low
Damage Output	Very High
Recoil	High

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Firing Modes	Semi-Automatic
	Stun Setting
Effective Range	40 meters
Maximum Range	80 meters
Rate of Fire	15 - 25 bolts per min

STANDARD FEATURES

Barrel Components Galven Barrel Barrel Shroud Emitter Nozzle Final Stage Collimator Barrel Internal Components Actuating Module Xciter Heter-Valve Apas Connector Power Flux Dispersion Unit Diffusion Unit Galven Tubing Galven Pattern Galven Circuit Auto-Steady Gyrogimbal Power Amplifier Circuitry Energy Coupler Diagnostic Chip Magnetic Coil Miscellaneous Cautionary Pulser Cooling Module Cooling Coil Gas Refill Valve Safety Power Pack Recharger Standard Iron Sights Accessory Rail

STRENGTHS

High Stopping Power - The DSP-17 delivers significantly greater impact energy than standard pistols, making it effective against armored targets, shielded adversaries, and aggressive fauna. In close quarters, a single well-placed shot is often sufficient to neutralize a threat.

Improved Armor and Shield Penetration - Its high-density blaster bolt retains cohesion better than lighter pistol fire, allowing it to punch through plastoid armor, heavy clothing, and some personal energy shields that would otherwise dissipate lower-yield bolts.

Durable Construction - Reinforced internal components and a rugged frame allow the DSP-17 to withstand hard use, recoil stress, and harsh environments. It is well-suited to boarding actions, industrial sites, and frontier deployments.

Strong Deterrent Presence - The weapon's size, sound, and visible power output often discourage escalation before shots are fired. Dreadstar leverages this psychological effect during crowd control and high-risk arrests.

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WEAKNESSES

Increased Recoil & Slower Follow-Up Shots - The higher bolt yield produces more recoil than standard pistols, reducing accuracy during rapid fire, especially for less-experienced users. Mastery requires additional training and strength.

Limited Concealability - The DSP-17 is bulky and difficult to conceal, restricting its use to uniformed or overt security roles. It is impractical for undercover or discreet operations.

Higher Power Consumption - The weapon's high-energy shots drain power cells quickly, limiting sustained engagements, requiring operatives to carry spare cells during extended operations.

Reduced Precision at Range - While powerful, the DSP-17 lacks the fine accuracy of lighter pistols or dedicated marksman weapons beyond its optimal range, as its design favors decisive close-range engagements over precision shooting.

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DESCRIPTION

The DSP-17 is Dreadstar Security Solutions' heavy blaster pistol, issued to operatives expected to face armored targets, hostile boarders, or violent insurgents at close range. Designed as a bridge between standard sidearms and compact carbines, the DSP-17 prioritizes stopping power, durability, and intimidation while remaining legally classified as a pistol under most planetary security statutes. Manufactured by Aether Technologies, the DSP-17 draws inspiration from heavy pistols such as the AT-HB1 while incorporating modern safety and power-regulation features suited to corporate use. Aether Technologies engineers reinforced the weapon's frame and barrel assembly to handle higher energy output without sacrificing reliability. The result is a sidearm capable of delivering decisive force in situations where lighter pistols prove insufficient. Firing a high-yield blaster bolt, tuned for armor penetration and kinetic transfer at short to medium range. Its bolt profile is wider and more energetic than that of standard pistols, producing significant impact force capable of overwhelming personal shields, heavy clothing, and light armor. While fully lethal, the weapon retains a regulated stun mode for compliance with Dreadstar Security Solutions' escalation-of-force protocols. Physically, the DSP-17 is larger and heavier than the DSP-11, featuring a thickened barrel shroud and reinforced Dallorian Alloy frame. The grip is oversized to accommodate the increased power cell and includes textured panels for control under recoil. While less concealable, the weapon's mass contributes to stability, reducing muzzle rise during rapid follow-up shots. Thermal management is a defining feature of the DSP-17. Integrated heat sinks along the barrel and frame allow it to fire repeated high-energy shots without immediate degradation. However, sustained rapid fire is discouraged, as the weapon is optimized for controlled, deliberate engagements rather than suppressive use. Within Dreadstar Security, the DSP-17 is as much a psychological tool as a physical one. Its distinctive profile and audible power discharge serve as a deterrent during high-risk confrontations, signaling a willingness to escalate if necessary. It is more often carried by senior agents, boarding officers, and close-protection details tasked with defending critical personnel and assets.

 

[MANIAC]

Amelia von Sorenn

Nicely made sub again.

Approved.