Originally posted by Domesticon Name of Aug/Tech: Organic Weaponry Description: Living flesh and bone formed to function as weaponry, mainly firearms History of Aug/Tech: Advancement in the sciences of the Fringe has lead to further understanding of Genes and DNA, as such, several scientists have tested creating organisms of their own, in this instance, for the purpose of handheld weaponry How does it work?: Precise muscle control, mucous lining and calcium production culminate into an organism that can act as an organic dart gun, projecting jagged bone spikes outward at a speed sufficient enough to puncture clothing, skin, and muscle tissue. To keep such an organism going it must be kept fed with the proper nutrients, either through a direct paste intake, likely down the barrel of the weapon, or through a nutrient mix inside an aquatic tank. Some examples of these organisms could even be capable of poisoning their projectiles, lacing their bone with toxins through micropores, causing their victims to suffer potential necrosis, blood poisoning or other effects upon tissue penetration. Intended use: These weapons would be primarily used against unarmored targets, as projectiles of bone, travelling at relatively low speeds would have great difficulty in puncturing most hard armors. Organisms featuring toxins provide the additional feature of causing deep damage to the target, causing increased difficulty in healing and potential permanent damage to nerves and/or blood flow Strengths: Exceptional damage against unarmored targets, causing tearing of muscle tissue, and a projectile jagged and large enough to cause difficulty in removal. Potential poisoning caused by infection or direct toxin introduction may also occur. Due to being comprised of organic materials, these weapons would not trigger Metal Detectors, and as such, as much more useful for infiltration. Because the projectile is fired without gunpowder, nor at sonic speeds, their report is notably reduced, leading to further possibility for stealthy attacks Weaknesses: Terrible Armor piercing, most hard armors, or exceptionally thick soft armors can resist the impact, leaving the shots wasted and pointless, as such, most modern armor systems will have no trouble negating the effects of the shot. Due to low velocity and the nature of the material, not much damage to bone structure should be expected either. How do you believe this will assist in benefiting roleplay?: We've been getting tons of technological advancements, more fancy armors, introducing technology from the organic field may lead to further developments into alternative technologies, technologies that do not depend on technology, in a sense Attainability: [Open] (Previously Semi-Closed) It would require either self development, which should not be too difficult for the more scientifically capable people. Or it would have to be bought/given by someone who has already attained one of these organisms, either through purchase or development. Tags: [Weaponry] [Organic] [Genetic]
