Approved Ranged Weapon DSRP-21 Light Repeating Blaster

[Amelia von Sorenn]

DSRP-21 LIGHT REPEATING BLASTER​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

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

Image Source	[HERE]
Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Light Repeating Blaster
Primary Link(s)	AT-P1 Light Repeating Blaster
	SE-14r Light Repeating Blaster

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Technologies
Affiliation	Dreadstar Security Solutions
Model	DSRP-21
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	Light Repeating Blaster
Size	Average
Weight	Light
Ammunition Type	Power Cell
	Tibanna Gas
Ammunition Capacity	Large
Effective Range	Point Blank
Rate of Fire	Very High
Damage Output	Very Low
Recoil	High

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Firing Modes	Semi-Automatic
	5-round Burst
	Full Automatic
Effective Range	20 meters
Maximum Range	50 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 Close-Quarters Firepower - The DSRP-21 delivers a volume of fire unmatched by conventional pistols. At short range, its burst and automatic modes enable operators to rapidly overwhelm hostile targets, making it highly effective during boarding actions and room-clearing operations.

Compact Suppression Capability - While not a true squad weapon, the DSRP-21 can temporarily suppress enemy movement in confined spaces. This capability gives small teams a tactical edge without the logistical burden of full repeating blasters.

Psychological Deterrence - The size, visible barrel assembly, and distinctive discharge sound of the weapon often discourage resistance. Many confrontations end once adversaries recognize the DSRP-21's firepower.

Durable Construction - Built to handle high thermal and mechanical stress, the DSRP-21 withstands aggressive use better than most pistols. Reinforced internals reduce the risk of catastrophic failure during burst fire.

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WEAKNESSES

Severe Power Consumption - High rates of fire rapidly drain the power cell, as extended automatic fire can exhaust a cell in seconds, forcing operators to manage ammunition carefully and carry spares.

Overheating Risk - Despite enhanced heat sinks, prolonged automatic fire risks overheating. Safety interlocks may temporarily disable the weapon if thermal thresholds are exceeded.

Reduced Accuracy - Recoil and muzzle climb significantly reduce accuracy during burst or automatic fire, and effective use requires training, strength, and disciplined trigger control.

Limited Range and Precision - The DSRP-21 is ineffective beyond close to medium range engagements. Its bolt cohesion and short barrel limit accuracy, making it unsuitable for precision engagements.

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DESCRIPTION

The DSRP-21 is a compact light repeating blaster issued to Dreadstar Security Solutions units tasked with close-quarters suppression, boarding operations, and high-risk asset defense. Classified legally as a pistol on many worlds due to its compact form factor, the DSRP-21 delivers firepower more commonly associated with carbines or squad weapons, making it a favored tool for environments where rifles are impractical or restricted. Manufactured by Aether Technologies under a specialized corporate contract, the DSRP-21 represents a scaled-down evolution of light repeating blaster technology seen in weapons such as the AT-P1 and SE-14r Light Repeating Blasters. Aether Technologies engineers focused on miniaturization and power regulation, ensuring the weapon could sustain high rates of fire without catastrophic overheating or excessive recoil. The result is a dense, intimidating sidearm that trades elegance for raw, immediate presence. Employing a compact rotary blaster assembly, paired with a reinforced focusing chamber, allows the DSRP-21 to fire rapid sequences of medium-yield blaster bolts. While incapable of true sustained suppression like a full-sized repeating blaster, it excels at short bursts that overwhelm hostile targets at close range. Its bolt output is intentionally moderated to prevent excessive penetration in shipboard or urban environments. Physically, the weapon is heavy for a pistol, featuring a forward-mounted barrel shroud and integrated heat sinks. A secondary foregrip can be deployed for improved control, though many operatives fire it one-handed in emergencies. The grip houses an enlarged power cell, and the trigger assembly incorporates a burst limiter to prevent accidental overexertion of the weapon's systems. Operational doctrine emphasizes controlled bursts rather than continuous fire. Dreadstar training teaches operators to use the DSRP-21 to dominate choke points, repel boarders, or provide mobile fire superiority during extraction scenarios. Its compact profile allows it to be maneuvered in tight corridors where rifles or full repeaters would be unwieldy. Within Dreadstar Security Solutions, the DSRP-21 is regarded as a "problem solver" - a weapon brought out when situations escalate beyond standard sidearms but do not justify full long-gun deployment. Its distinctive sound and visible barrel assembly serve as a psychological deterrent, often ending confrontations before shots are fired.

 

[MANIAC]

Amelia von Sorenn

Nicely made sub again.

Approved.