AMCO
I'm Sorry Dave
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
The Voidsiphons, impressive though they may be, are but a byproduct of greater schemes. Schemes concerning the distant dimension known as Otherspace. During its tentative exploration of the properties of that strange and terrible realm, Apex was able to isolate certain variables that bear a striking resemblance to [DATA EXPUNGED]; after a great deal of testing and an incident involving [DATA EXPUNGED] leading to the loss of a team of security contractors and the [DATA EXPUNGED] of [PERSONNEL FILE RESTRICTED], a safe use was isolated - energy generation.
While various minor side effects have been noted - especially among Force Sensitive personnel - the threat of further breaches was eliminated with the inclusion of an ALABASTER BLACK compliant self-destruct device. Should [DATA EXPUNGED] be detected, Voidsiphons are hardwired to self-destruct by way of a minuscule quantity of antimatter - this process annihilates the core of the device on the subatomic level, with minimal collateral.
- Intent: A 'safe' and clean energy source for the Open-Market.
- Image Source: FUI // ENERGY FIELD by Mike Howie
- Canon Link: N/A
- Permissions: N/A
- Primary Source: Otherspace
- Manufacturer: Apex Research Collective
- Affiliation: Apex Research Collective
- Market Status: Closed-Market
- Model: Voidsiphon
- Modularity: Size.
- Production: Limited
- Material: [Insert Technobabble]
- Voidsiphons draw a steady stream of power from Otherspace without needing fuel or an external energy supply to 'boot-up'. The reactors can continue to produce energy indefinitely, as brief shutdowns for maintenance can be covered by the capacitors without operational suspension. These same capacitors can afford Voidsiphon-equipped vessels and facilities access to vast amounts of energy briefly - the reactors are well suited for uninterrupted operations and 'shock and awe warfare' alike but suffer during protracted engagements.
- Voidsiphons produce much more power while in Hyperspace, allowing ships to fill their capacitors mid-transit.
- Voidsiphons generate near-unfathomable amounts of energy while in Otherspace, but cause 'minor spatial anomalies' and tend to draw the attention of the locals. While the Charon are always homicidal, something about the devices is particularly offensive to them.
- Unlimited Power: Voidsiphons draw power from 'the very fabric of Otherspace' in a way analogous to the First Order's use of dark energy. The inner workings of the devices are a mystery to all but their makers, but they can boot up in an instant and never seem to run out of power.
- Empty Capacitors: Voidsiphons produce less power per cubic metre than comparable reactors, but compensate by being able to store vast amounts of energy in internalised capacitors. As a result, vessels outfitted with such reactors are ill-suited for protracted engagements.
- Exigent Whispers: Voidsiphons can cause headaches and nightmares in nearby organics; they can* interfere with Force Abilities.
The Voidsiphons, impressive though they may be, are but a byproduct of greater schemes. Schemes concerning the distant dimension known as Otherspace. During its tentative exploration of the properties of that strange and terrible realm, Apex was able to isolate certain variables that bear a striking resemblance to [DATA EXPUNGED]; after a great deal of testing and an incident involving [DATA EXPUNGED] leading to the loss of a team of security contractors and the [DATA EXPUNGED] of [PERSONNEL FILE RESTRICTED], a safe use was isolated - energy generation.
While various minor side effects have been noted - especially among Force Sensitive personnel - the threat of further breaches was eliminated with the inclusion of an ALABASTER BLACK compliant self-destruct device. Should [DATA EXPUNGED] be detected, Voidsiphons are hardwired to self-destruct by way of a minuscule quantity of antimatter - this process annihilates the core of the device on the subatomic level, with minimal collateral.
*Voidsiphons can interfere with Force Use like the Void Stone, but in a much less reliable fashion. The effects fluctuate, does not block the Force itself in any way shape or form, does not interfere with Force-imbued artifacts, and can be suppressed with sufficient practice / skill.
