Approved Ranged Weapon DSR-31 Heavy Blaster Rifle

[Amelia von Sorenn]

DSR-31 HEAVY BLASTER RIFLE​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

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

Image Source	[HERE]
Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Blaster Rifle
Primary Link(s)	AT-X8 Medium Blaster Rifle
	AT-XT5 Blaster Rifle
	DSR-19 Blaster Rifle

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Technologies
Affiliation	Dreadstar Security Solutions
Model	DSR-31
Modularity	Yes
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Mass-Produced

Materials

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

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Classification	Heavy Blaster Rifle
Size	Large
Weight	Heavy
Ammunition Type	Power Cell
	Tibanna Gas
Ammunition Capacity	Average
Effective Range	Average
Rate of Fire	Average
Damage Output	High
Recoil	High

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Firing Modes	Semi-Automatic
	Sustained Automatic
	Stun-Setting
Effective Range	200 meters
Maximum Range	500 meters
Rate of Fire	500 - 600 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 Recoil-damping Stock Standard Iron Sights Accessory Rail

STRENGTHS

High Firepower and Stopping Capability - The DSR-31 delivers significantly more impact energy than standard rifles, allowing it to neutralize armored opponents, aggressive fauna, and shielded threats. Its bolts retain cohesion at range, making it effective in both open and enclosed environments.

Sustained Fire Endurance - Enhanced cooling systems enable the rifle to maintain automatic fire longer than most non-military weapons, making it well-suited for holding defensive lines, repelling boarders, or breaking coordinated hostile advances.

Psychological and Visual Deterrence - The size, sound, and visible power output often suppress resistance before engagement begins. Its deployment alone can alter crowd behavior or discourage escalation by hostile forces.

Structural Durability - Built to withstand harsh use, the DSR-31 performs reliably in industrial zones, vacuum-adjacent environments, and during prolonged defensive operations as reinforced components reduce failure rates under stress.

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WEAKNESSES

Limited Mobility and Fatigue - The weight and bulk of the DSR-31 reduce operator mobility and increase fatigue during prolonged carrying. It is ill-suited for patrol or rapid maneuver operations without vehicle or emplacement support.

High Power Consumption - Sustained fire rapidly drains power packs and tibanna cannisters, requiring careful ammunition management and logistical planning during extended engagements.

Reduced Precision - While accurate enough for its role, the DSR-31 lacks the fine precision of medium or precision rifles, especially during automatic fire. It is designed to dominate space, not pick targets delicately.

Training and Discipline Requirements - Improper use can lead to overheating, wasted power, or unnecessary collateral damage. Effective employment demands experienced operators and strict adherence to Dreadstar engagement protocols.

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DESCRIPTION

The DSR-31 is the most recent heavy blaster rifle issued to Dreadstar Security Solutions' escalation units, facility defense teams, and boarding contingents operating in high-risk environments. Where standard patrol rifles prioritize restraint and visibility, the DSR-31 exists to decisively end threats that exceed the capabilities of medium-range weapons, with its presence signaling a shift from deterrence to dominance within Dreadstar Security Solutions' graduated response framework. Manufactured by Aether Technologies and drawing from the lineage of rifles such as the AT-X8, AT-XT5, and DSR-19, it has been scaled and refined for sustained defensive use rather than battlefield assault. Engineers at Aether Technologies focused on durability, thermal endurance, and controllability, producing a rifle capable of delivering heavy fire without the logistical burden of excessive penetration typically associated with true military support weapons. Firing a high-yield tibanna bolt through a reinforced long barrel equipped with an industrial-grade focusing crystal results in a bolt that has superior cohesion and impact energy, allowing it to defeat heavy clothing, personal armor, and some energy shielding at medium range. While lethal, the bolt profile is tuned to reduce structural overpenetration in enclosed environments such as starship hulls or industrial facilities. Physically imposing, the DSR-31 features a thick barrel shroud, integrated heat sinks, and a reinforced durasteel-duraplast composite frame. A fixed recoil-damping stock and forward grip improve recoil control during sustained fire. The rifle is designed for two-handed, braced operation and is most effective when employed from prepared positions or behind cover, and supports a modular rail system that allows for attachments such as bipods, foregrips, or window clamps to be utilized. Fire control systems emphasize disciplined power application, and the DSR-31 supports semi-automatic and sustained automatic fire modes, but with internal limiters that prevent catastrophic overheating. Dreadstar Security Solutions' doctrine discourages indiscriminate "spray-and-pray" use; instead, operators are trained to deliver measured, overwhelming fire at decisive moments rather than continuous suppression. Within Dreadstar Security Solutions, the DSR-31 is considered and classified as a line-holding weapon. It is deployed to secure chokepoints, repel massed hostiles, and defend critical infrastructure during unrest or attack. Its weight and authority reflect its role - not a patrol tool, but a stabilizing force when order must be forcibly restored.

 

[MANIAC]

Amelia von Sorenn

Nicely made sub again.

Approved.