Architect
Hound Autonomous Combat Vehicle
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
- Intent: To create a vehicle for the Commonwealth’s Armed Forces
- Image Source: Ural Vazirov, Artstation, ChatGPT
- Canon Link: N/A
- Permissions: N/A
- Primary Source: N/A
- Manufacturer: Imperial Commonwealth of Dosuun
- Affiliation: Imperial Commonwealth of Dosuun
- Market Status: Closed-Market
- Model: CVT-ACVHD-M1 “Hound”
- Modularity: Yes
- Production: Minor
- Material: Durasteel chassis; lightweight composite armor panels; ceramic strike plates; sealed electronics bay; shock-dampened weapon mount
- Classification: Light Armored Vehicle, Autonomous Combat Vehicle
- Role: Reconnaissance; screening force; infantry support; perimeter security; drone hunter; convoy escort
- Size: Average
- Weight: Average
- Armaments: Average
- Remote Turret Medium Laser Cannon
- Primary weapon; stabilized for firing on the move; effective against infantry, light armor, and emplacements.
- Coaxial Light Repeating Blaster
- Suppression and close-defense; optimized for anti-infantry and drone interception.
- Micro-Missile Rack (rear and turret-mounted)
- Loadout dependent (anti-vehicle, airburst, or sensor-disruption munitions).
- Defensive Countermeasure Launchers
- Smoke, sensor-confusion chaff, and thermal decoys.
- Remote Turret Medium Laser Cannon
- Defenses: Average
- Light Composite Armor
- Electronic Countermeasures Suite — Average
- Redundant Control Systems (AI + remote override)
- Maneuverability Rating: Very High
- Speed Rating: Very High
- Propulsion: Wheels (multi-axle, independent suspension)
- Minimum Crew: 0
- Optimal Crew: 2
- Passenger Capacity: None
- Cargo Capacity: Very Small
- Autonomous Combat AI (Commonwealth-standard, restricted ruleset)
- Remote command and control via BattleNet
- Swarm-capable coordination protocols
- Multi-spectrum sensor suite (visual, thermal, motion, EM)
- Low-profile thermal and EM signature
- Self-destruct / system purge failsafe (data denial)
- Quick-recovery tow points and self-righting assist
- Extremely fast reaction time: ideal for screening, scouting, and pursuit.
- Low manpower requirement: frees trained personnel for higher-value platforms.
- Scalable force multiplier: most effective when deployed in packs or alongside Selim-type units.
- Lightly armored: vulnerable to heavy weapons and dedicated anti-armor fire.
- Reliant on sensor dominance: degraded performance in heavy jamming or sensor-denied environments.
- Not intended for static defense: loses advantage if forced into prolonged stand-up fights.
The Hound-type Autonomous Combat Vehicle was developed to replace a patchwork of outdated scout speeders, light repulsor drones, and under-protected reconnaissance crews inherited from the First Order era. Designed from the outset for distributed warfare, the Hound-type excels at operating ahead of heavier Commonwealth formations—probing enemy lines, identifying ambushes, and engaging soft targets before they can threaten main force elements. Its autonomous combat AI operates under strict Commonwealth engagement protocols, prioritizing target identification, de-escalation where possible, and coordination with infantry and armor rather than independent “hunter-killer” behavior.
In combat, Hound-type units are rarely deployed alone. Instead, they function as sensor pickets, flank guards, and urban skirmishers, rapidly shifting positions to deny enemy freedom of movement. While incapable of trading blows with main battle tanks or heavy walkers, their speed and networking allow them to punch well above their weight when used correctly. When paired with Selim-type MBTs, the Hound acts as the eyes and ears of the formation—often the first to see the enemy and the last to disengage.
Out Of Character Info
Intent:
To create a vehicle for the Commonwealth’s Armed Forces
Image Source(s):
https://www.artstation.com/artwork/lG8O9a
Canon Link:
N/A
Primary Source(s):
N/A
Technical Information
Affiliation:
Imperial Commonwealth of Dosuun
Model:
CVT-ACVHD-M1 “Hound”
Modular:
Yes
Material:
Durasteel chassis; lightweight composite armor panels; ceramic strike plates; sealed electronics bay; shock-dampened weapon mount
Movement:
Wheels
Armaments:
Rating: Average
Remote Turret Medium Laser Cannon
Primary weapon; stabilized for firing on the move; effective against infantry, light armor, and emplacements.
Coaxial Light Repeating Blaster
Suppression and close-defense; optimized for anti-infantry and drone interception.
Micro-Missile Rack (rear and turret-mounted)
Loadout dependent (anti-vehicle, airburst, or sensor-disruption munitions).
Defensive Countermeasure Launchers
Smoke, sensor-confusion chaff, and thermal decoys.
Remote Turret Medium Laser Cannon
Primary weapon; stabilized for firing on the move; effective against infantry, light armor, and emplacements.
Coaxial Light Repeating Blaster
Suppression and close-defense; optimized for anti-infantry and drone interception.
Micro-Missile Rack (rear and turret-mounted)
Loadout dependent (anti-vehicle, airburst, or sensor-disruption munitions).
Defensive Countermeasure Launchers
Smoke, sensor-confusion chaff, and thermal decoys.
Vehicle Type:
Mechanized Infantry
Vehicle Role:
Recon
Defense Rating:
Average
Traction Rating:
High
Top Speed Rating:
Very High
Braking Power Rating:
High
Corner Speed Rating:
Very High
Speed Rating:
Very High
Acceleration Rating:
Very High
Balance Rating:
High
Maneuverability Rating::
Very High
Energy Resist:
Average
Kinetic Resist:
Average
Sonic Resist:
Average
Thermal Resist:
Average
Radiation Resist:
Low
Other Resistance(s):
Electronic Warfare Hardening (Average) — hardened against standard jamming but not immune to advanced military-grade disruption.
EMP Resistance (Average) — shielded circuits, but a dedicated EMP weapon could disable it.
Minimum Crew:
0
Optimal Crew:
2
Passenger Capacity:
2
Cargo Capacity:
Very Small
