Final Fantasy VIII Fanfiction FAQ
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ARTILLERY AND ARMORED
HK-41 Golem Main Battletank (C)
The tracked HK-41 is inarguably the finest armored vehicle in the world. Its combination of speed and power are unmatched, and its ability to fire accurately while moving at full speed makes it a dangerous, mobile predator. Its 114mm smooth-bore cannon can deliver four shots per minute, all within seven inches of their target. The crew of five is aided by several technological plusses, including thermal imaging systems that allow the cannon to train in on heat produced by a target’s engine. The thermal imaging is sensitive, and is able to discern temperature differences of less than 6 degrees fahrenheit. The cannon can fire accurately on the move because of its stabilized turret system, which rests on hydraulic shock absorbers designed to eliminate interference caused by high speed and uneven terrain.
Contractor: Helios Dynamics
Engine: Karbonic Z 1700 hp Diesel
Range: 315 miles
Length (body): 30 feet
Length (cannon tip to rear of body): 34.25 feet
Width: 11.5 feet
Height: 10.25 feet
Weight: 104,500 lbs.
Top Speed: 48 mph
Crew: 5
Armament: 114mm cannon, two 50 caliber machine guns
Cromwell Armored Personnel Carrier (C)
Built to deliver mechanized infantry safely to heavily-involved locations on a battlefield, the wheeled Cromwell also has sufficient armor and mid-range firepower to withstand attacks from—and then defeat—most armored vehicles in the theater. Armed with Grappler Anti-Tank Missiles and an 18mm mini-cannon, the primary weapon on the Cromwell is the main gun, a 70mm barrel capable of firing both modified Standard and Demolition ammunition rounds. The Cromwell can carry 11 soldiers in addition to its four-person crew.
Contractor: Helios Dynamics
Engine: Karbonic HD 1300 Diesel
Range: 203 miles
Length: 26 feet
Width: 12 feet
Height: 8 feet
Weight : 39,000 lbs
Top Speed: 41 mph
Armament: 18mm mini-cannon, 70mm main gun with Modified Standard or
Demolition rounds, Grappler Anti-Tank MissilesINFANTRY
RK-884 (SC)
This is the standard weapon of the elite Estharian Cyborg Corps, a combination pickaxe/shotgun. Single shot, double barrel, it fires a 16-gauge shotgun round. Very difficult to use. Considered obsolete.
Tekkis RR-92 (SC)
This is an automatic battle rifle, the standard equipment of the Esthar military. It is a direct gas-impingement action rifle, with an 18” barrel, 40 round clip, and polyester-resin stock. The rifle is chambered for the .281 Esthar round, with loads including Standard, Fire, Darkness, or Fast ammo. It can fire 8 rounds per second in full auto mode. It can create 2” groups at 200 yards. This gun is based off a heavily modified design created by Amo Grlan, stolen from him before he founded Grlan Industries.
Esthar Survival/Enhancement Suit, aka “Uniform A” (SC)
The ES/ES the battle uniform of the Esthar Cyborg Corps. Its main function is a survival suit, capable of sustaining life in temperatures ranging from –30 degrees C to 50 degrees C, in environments ranging from standard to corrosive gas to near-vacuum. It’s formed from a unique polymer possessed only by the Esthar army. Durability class C (neoprene-relative), powered by an internal power pack. Battery life is 30 hours of survival-conditions, or 120 hours with suitable modifications.
Rumors abound of heavily modified designs in the possession of civilians and non-SeeD mercenaries. Supposed modifications include strength and endurance enhancement by microservos, stealth coatings to mimic light conditions, and “shapeability” enhancements allowing the suit to exude spikes and claws. These rumors are generally discounted.
SOLDIERS AND TROOPSEstharian Cyborg Corps.