Approved Ranged Weapon DSR-42 Heavy Repeating Blaster

[Amelia von Sorenn]

DSR-42 HEAVY REPEATING BLASTER​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

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

Image Source	[HERE]
Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Heavy Repeating Blaster
	E-Web Heavy Repeating Blaster
	Z-6 Rotary Blaster Cannon
Primary Link(s)	AT-RB07 Heavy Repeating Blaster

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Technologies
Affiliation	Dreadstar Security Solutions
Model	DSR-42
Modularity	Yes
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Limited

Materials

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

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Classification	Medium Blaster Rifle
Size	Very Large
Weight	Very Heavy
Ammunition Type	Power Generator
	Tibanna Gas
Ammunition Capacity	Very Large
Effective Range	Long Range
Rate of Fire	High
Damage Output	Very High
Recoil	Very High

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Firing Modes	5-Round Burst
	Sustained Automatic
Effective Range	300 meters
Maximum Range	700 meters
Rate of Fire	1200 - 1500 bolts per min

STANDARD FEATURES

Barrel Components Galven Barrel Barrel Shroud Emitter Nozzle Final Stage Collimator Barrel Gk7 Cryocooler 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 Electronic Scope Gas Feed R717 Refrigerant Safety Tripod

STRENGTHS

Exceptional Area Denial and Suppression - The DSR-42 excels at controlling space with a sustained fire capability; it can halt advances, disperse hostile crowds, and pin down organized attackers, making it invaluable during riots, boarding actions, or facility sieges.

Thermal Endurance - The rotating barrel system and aggressive cooling - utilizing a Gk7 Cryocooler and R717 Refrigerant - allow longer firing periods than most repeating blasters of a similar class. This endurance is critical during prolonged defensive engagements where consistent pressure must be maintained.

Psychological Dominance - Few weapons alter behavior as quickly as a heavy repeating blaster, and the sound, volume of fire, and visual presence of the DSR-42 often suppresses aggression before direct engagement becomes necessary.

Structural Robustness - Designed for industrial environments, the DSR-41 remains operational despite dust, debris, vibration, and sustained recoil. Its durability makes it reliable during prolonged unrest or hostile occupation scenarios.

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WEAKNESSES

Severe Mobility Limitations - The DSR-42 is effectively immobile once deployed, as repositioning requires time, manpower, or vehicles, making it vulnerable to flanking if poorly sited or inadequately supported.

High Logistical Demands - Continuous fire rapidly consumes tibanna gas and can overwhelm the power generator. Sustained operations require dedicated supply chains, assistants, and preplanned resupply points to ensure that these weapons remain in peak operational condition.

Collateral Damage Risk - Despite regulated output, the sheer volume of fire produced by the DSR-42 increases the risk of structural damage or unintended casualties if deployed improperly. Strict fire discipline and clear fields of fire are mandatory per Dreadstar Security Solutions doctrine.

Crew Dependency - The DSR-42 performs best with a trained gunner and assistant, as solo operation severely reduces effectiveness and increases the risk of overheating, mismanagement, or tactical blind spots.

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DESCRIPTION

The DSR-42 is the standard heavy repeating blaster deployed by Dreadstar Security Solutions for fortified defense, riot escalation, and last-line asset protection. Unlike patrol rifles or heavy personal weapons, the DSR-42 is intended to dominate space rather than maneuver through it, serving as the backbone of Dreadstar's static and semi-mobile firepower. Its deployment signifies a full escalation beyond conventional security response. Manufactured by Aether Technologies, the DSR-42 draws inspiration from military repeating blasters such as the Z-6 Rotary Cannon and the AT-RB07, but is deliberately constrained to meet corporate security and planetary compliance standards. Aether Technologies engineers focused on controllability, thermal endurance, and sustained operation rather than raw battlefield lethality. The rest is a heavy repeating blaster optimized for defensive suppression rather than offensive assault. A rotating multi-barrel assembly allows the weapon to fire a continuous stream of medium-to-high yield blaster bolts, with the configuration allowing sustained fire without immediate overheating, as it distributes thermal load across multiple barrels and reinforced focusing chambers. While not as destructive as true military support weapons, the DSR-42's output is sufficient to overwhelm infantry formations, light vehicles, and massed hostile crowds. Physically, the DSR-42 is a crew-served or braced weapon, and is typically mounted on a tripod, barricade clamp, or vehicle pintle; however, emergency use with a stabilized harness is possible for short durations. A reinforced durasteel frame, thick power conduits, and exposed cooling vents give the DSR-42 a distinctly industrial appearance, reinforcing its role as a fixed defensive asset rather than a mobile weapon. Fire control systems emphasize discipline and safety, and the weapon incorporates selectable rate-of-fire settings, allowing operators to switch between controlled suppressive bursts and sustained fire. Integrated thermal governors and the use of liquid coolant prevent catastrophic failure by automatically throttling output if heat thresholds are exceeded. Dreadstar doctrine pairs the weapon with designated gunners and assistants to manage power feeds, cooling cycles, and target coordination. Considered a line-denial and area-control weapon within Dreadstar Security Solutions, it is deployed to defend landing zones, corporate headquarters, detention facilities, and critical infrastructure during unrest or attack. Its presence alone often reshapes the tactical environment, discouraging massed aggression and buying time for negotiation, evacuation, or reinforcement.

 

[MANIAC]

Amelia von Sorenn

Nicely made sub again.

Approved.