Approved Melee Weapon VF-005 "Vanta Edge"

[VesperWorks]

VF-005 "Vanta Edge"​

OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
Intent: To provide a versatile, durable, and stealth-optimized combat knife for operatives, soldiers, mercenaries, and assassins operating under harsh field conditions.
Image Source: MidJourney
Canon Link: N/A
Permissions: N/A
Primary Source: N/A

PRODUCTION INFORMATION
Manufacturer: VesperForge (Subsidiary of VesperWorks)
Affiliation: VesperForge, VesperWorks, Project Vesper, Serina Calis, Atramentum
Market Status: Closed-Market
Model: VF-005 "Vanta Edge"
Modularity: Yes (Field-optional attachments available: utility hook, paracord cutter)
Production: Minor
Material:

• Compressed Phrik-Durasteel Composite Spine:
  The structural core of the Vanta Edge is forged from a compressed phrik-durasteel composite, creating a full-tang blade capable of withstanding immense pressure and impact. Unlike pure phrik—which is notoriously difficult to work with and often brittle at certain thicknesses—this hybrid allows for controlled flexibility and field resilience. The spine is over-engineered to serve not only as the weapon's backbone but also as a prying or hammering edge when blunt force is required. It is lightsaber-resistant, though not fully immune, and built to survive repeated abuse in urban, wilderness, and vacuum environments..-
• Quadanium Alloy Core:
  Embedded within the blade's body is a quadanium alloy layer that provides internal reinforcement against torsion and edge deformation. Quadanium is widely known for its application in starship hulls and high-impact military frames—here, it ensures the Vanta Edge remains razor-straight, structurally stable, and capable of penetrating light armor, plating, and organic tissue without suffering from warping or cracking, even under uneven loads or angled strikes.
• Polyceramic Grip:
  The handle of the Vanta Edge is formed from a polymer-ceramic hybrid, designed for maximum field durability, tactile responsiveness, and electromagnetic insulation. This material resists ion interference and absorbs kinetic shock, which not only improves control during combat but also prevents Force-assisted or magnetic disarmament attempts. The grip is resistant to corrosion, heat, and chemical exposure, remaining stable and dry even after submersion in blood, seawater, or chemical spills.
• Vanta-Carbon Coating:
  The defining material of the blade, the vanta-carbon coating, is a next-generation carbon nanotube mesh infused with a light-absorbing molecular film. This makes the blade visually null—reflecting less than 0.05% of ambient light.
• Polyresin Tactical Grip (EM-Insulated): The hilt is molded from a high-durability polyresin composite, specifically designed for shock absorption and electromagnetic insulation. It resists static discharge, magnetized disarming techniques, and Force-powered magnetic manipulation. Internally, the grip contains an inertial dead zone core, which isolates feedback and ensures stability during precision strikes. The material is also chemically inert, blood-resistant, and texturized for quiet draws under pressure.
• Paracord-Sheathed Liner: Vanta Edge's are issued with paracord-wrapped grip liners, interwoven with fiber-lined emergency cordage. These can be used to secure the blade to armor rigs, survival gear, or field rigs—and in extreme cases, provide cuttable cordage for traps, field dressing, or tactical improvisation. The paracord liner can be removed, sterilized, and replaced with mission-specific filament (e.g., incendiary thread, signal wire, blood-reactive dye thread).

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Classification: Ritual Combat Dagger
Size: Small
Weight: Light

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Monolithic Phrik-Composite Core
  The Vanta Edge is forged as a single structural unit, with its compressed phrik-durasteel spine running from tip to pommel. This full-tang design ensures maximum strength, balance, and impact resilience, making the knife suitable not just for cutting, but also for prying, breaching, and hammering under field conditions. It will not bend, snap, or separate under stress, even in zero-gravity, aquatic, or high-pressure environments.
• Quadanium-Reinforced Cutting Geometry
  The blade's edge is shaped for multi-angle functionality—combining a tanto-style point for armor penetration with a slightly recurved belly for slashing and carving. Internally reinforced with quadanium alloy, this edge retains its lethal sharpness over time while offering unparalleled torsional strength, allowing it to saw through light materials, webbing, and even bone without chipping or dulling.
• Vanta-Carbon Stealth Coating
  Every surface of the blade is coated in an ultra-dense vanta-carbon nanolaminate, absorbing over 99.95% of ambient light. This renders the Vanta Edge nearly invisible to the naked eye in low-light or shadowed environments.
• EM-Insulated Polyceramic Grip
  The knife's grip is formed from a hardened polyceramic matrix, chosen for its extreme temperature resistance and electromagnetic insulation properties. This material nullifies attempts at magnetic disarmament (natural or Force-aided) and provides a stable, shock-resistant handle in extreme environments—whether submerged in acidic pools, exposed to arctic storms, or used aboard pressurized spaceframes. It is also textured to maintain tactile feedback in wet, oily, or gloved conditions.
• Standard Paracord-Wrapped Grip Liner
  Every Vanta Edge includes a standardized paracord sheath liner, interwoven with high-tensile polymer cordage. The grip wrap can be unwound and repurposed in the field for use as:
  
  
  • Emergency tourniquet or field dressing bind
  • Trap trigger filament or snare line
  • Data tether for slicing tools
  • Temporary armor lashing or rigging line
  • Hanging loop or recovery lanyard
    The paracord is heat-treated and blood-reactive, darkening when exposed to bodily fluids—a subtle but invaluable aid for tracking blade use or confirming stealth kills.
• Built-In Utility Geometry
  The blade includes a field-cutting notch at the heel for slicing cord, wire, or tubing with minimal movement, along with a micro-serrated reverse spine for limited sawing or stripping applications. It's not just a weapon—it's a battlefield tool, capable of executing dozens of tasks from trap setting to emergency breaching.
• Armor Integration Mount Points
  Built-in magnetic latch points and friction lock grooves allow the Vanta Edge to be affixed to various armor systems—on the forearm, calf, belt, or behind the shoulder. Compatible with most common modular plate carriers, exo-rigs, or covert gear harnesses, the knife is designed to be drawn silently, instantly, and without shifting posture—critical for zero-momentum kills or reactive defense in tight quarters.

STRENGTHS

• Exceptional Durability and Structural Integrity:
  The compressed phrik-composite spine grants the Vanta Edge tremendous resilience under pressure. This blade isn't just capable of surviving strikes—it can pry open blast doors, chisel through starship hull plating, and withstand high-impact use without bending, warping, or cracking. It is trusted in high-stress environments where lesser knives would fail outright, and can be used as both a weapon and a breaching tool.
• All-Terrain Combat Utility:
  The Vanta Edge is not limited to combat—it is a multipurpose survival and operations tool, forged for soldiers, operatives, and mercenaries who must adapt on the fly. Its cutting geometry allows for:
  • Thrusting and slashing in CQB engagements
  • Serration work against cord, bone, or armor weave
  • Utility work such as trap construction, field dressing, or supply cutting
    Whether clearing brush on a hostile world, slitting through a pilot's harness, or dispatching a sentry silently, the blade is a tool of problem-solving first, violence second.
• Heat, Pressure, and Chemical Resistant:
  Thanks to its polyceramic grip and alloy construction, the Vanta Edge is immune to most environmental extremes. It can be plunged into corrosive chemical sludge, left buried in volcanic ash, or drawn aboard a pressurized hull breach, and it will still function as intended. The grip remains stable in wet, oily, or blood-soaked conditions, ensuring no slip, no shock, and no reduction in responsiveness under duress.
• Battle-Tested Tactical Geometry:
  The blade is engineered for real combat, not ceremonial flair. Its tanto-style reinforced tip is built for puncture power against light armor, carapace plating, or exosuits. Its subtly recurved edge funnels flesh and fabric into the cut, increasing control and lethality. The field-cutting notch and micro-serrated spine also serve in breaching wires, gear, or emergency restraints—making it functional before, during, and after the kill.
• Compact, Concealable, and Easy to Mount:
  While not a stealth tool per se, the Vanta Edge is lightweight and form-fitting, easily worn beneath armor or attached to modular rigs via magnetic or mechanical mounting points. It doesn't require special holsters or tech—it can be clipped to a boot, strapped to a gauntlet, or stored against a spine plate for instant, intuitive access in high-pressure situations.
• Paracord Utility Standardization:
  The standard-issue paracord wrap is more than decorative—it's functional battlefield cordage, capable of being unwound and used for dozens of mission-critical improvisations. Whether binding a wound, building a snare, marking a path, or rigging a data cable, the included cord gives the wielder emergency survival options without sacrificing the knife's combat grip.
• Nearly Invisible in Darkness:
  Thanks to its vanta-carbon nanolaminate, the blade absorbs ambient light so thoroughly it is extremely difficult to detect with the naked eye in dark conditions. It does not glint, flash, or reflect. In low-light environments—alleys, tunnels, ship corridors, under dense canopy—it becomes an extension of the night itself, enabling surprise kills or hidden blade retrieval without the enemy seeing the approach.

WEAKNESSES

• No Anti-Force Capabilities:
  The Vanta Edge is a purely physical, non-alchemical weapon. It contains no Force-dampening materials, no cortosis, and offers no resistance to lightsabers, Force barriers, or spiritual attacks. Against Force-sensitive opponents, it is only effective if it lands a hit—and unlike blades like the Revenant Shard, it has no properties that help create those openings. It relies entirely on the user's skill, stealth, or speed.
• Lacks High-Tech or Vibroblade Enhancements:
  Unlike many modern combat knives, the Vanta Edge has no vibrational edge modulation, energy reinforcement, or plasma-assisted cutting. It does not hum, buzz, or slice with powered precision. While this makes it more silent and durable, it means the knife can struggle to pierce through heavy armor, droid plating, or energy-hardened exosuits, where a vibroblade might succeed.
• Extremely Short Range:
  As a compact, close-quarters combat knife, the Vanta Edge has a severe range limitation. It is only effective within arm's reach—leaving the wielder vulnerable against polearms, rifles with bayonets, longblades, or enemies who maintain standoff distance with blasters or grenades. Any attempt to close distance must be earned through stealth, distraction, or cover.
• Offers No Intimidation or Psychological Edge:
  There is nothing flashy or ceremonial about the Vanta Edge. It has no glowing edge, no cursed aura, no reputation steeped in legend. While this is an asset for covert work, it also means the weapon lacks psychological weight in combat. It won't cow enemies, spark fear in cults, or dominate ceremonial rituals. In situations where reputation matters, the Vanta Edge is silent but forgettable.
• Vulnerable to Sabers, Plasma, and Heavy Vibro-Weapons:
  Despite its phrik-composite reinforcement, the Vanta Edge cannot withstand prolonged contact with lightsabers, plasma blades, or large-scale vibro weaponry. A single clash may survive, but repeated hits will overwhelm the blade's structural limits. In saber duels, the Vanta Edge is a last resort, not a primary defense or dueling weapon.
• No Integrated Utility Systems or Diagnostics:
  The knife is intentionally designed to be low-tech, which means it includes no self-sharpening edge tech, onboard sensors, biometric locks, or diagnostics. It is analog by design—excellent for reliability, but lacking the modularity or adaptability found in high-tech combat tools. It requires manual maintenance and sharpening after heavy use and cannot interface with armor HUDs or command gear.
• Detectable by Specialized Scanners:
  While the vanta-carbon coating renders it nearly invisible to the eye, the blade is not immune to all detection. Advanced military-grade sensor suites—such as molecular density scanners, refined metal detectors, or particle displacement sensors—can still pick up the knife's presence. In high-security facilities or at biometric checkpoints, the Vanta Edge may still trigger alarms if not properly shielded.

DESCRIPTION

The Vanta Edge is not a sacred relic. It is not a trophy. It is not meant to be displayed.

It is a tool—engineered with ruthless pragmatism for those who operate in the harshest conditions the galaxy can offer. Commissioned by VesperForge, the clandestine weapons division of VesperWorks, the Vanta Edge is a response to a simple battlefield truth: not every kill demands the Force or a lightsaber. Some just need certainty.

Forged from a compressed phrik-durasteel composite, internally reinforced with quadanium alloy, and wrapped in a non-reflective polyceramic grip, the Vanta Edge is as unglamorous as it is unyielding. It has no lights, no hum, no radiant edge. It does not glow in the dark, it devours it. Thanks to its vanta-carbon nanolaminate, the blade reflects no light, offering near-total visual nullification in low-light environments. It is, by design, invisible. But the blade doesn't trade reliability for flash—it is built for operatives who expect to use it over and over again in environments that will kill a lesser knife before the first cut is made.

What separates the Vanta Edge from countless other combat blades is its philosophy. This is not a vibroknife, nor a Force-forged dagger laced with Sith alchemy. It does not disrupt the Force. It does not hum with hate. It does not scream for blood. Instead, it waits—quiet, cold, and ready. It is the knife you reach for when your blaster jams, when your saber is gone, when the only thing between you and survival is a single piece of steel and your willingness to use it.

In the hands of a professional, the Vanta Edge is more than a weapon—it is a field solution. Its geometry supports combat and survival applications alike: cutting cable, severing limbs, stripping gear, piercing joints, clearing debris, prying open locks, or finishing off a target who's already been knocked off balance. The paracord grip wrap isn't for show—it's blood-reactive, heat-sealed, and designed to be unwound in emergencies for binding wounds, setting traps, or tethering to armor. Nothing on the Vanta Edge is ornamental. Everything serves a purpose.

But for all its strength, the blade is honest about its limits. It will not stop a lightsaber. It won't affect the Force. It doesn't make you a god. It is only a knife—a perfectly balanced, field-tested, hardened piece of death, designed for when you're close enough to hear them breathe.

 

[Delsin Shaw]

VesperWorks

Approved