[spycraft] Mass Craft

[Girlfriday]

You need to run a PbP for this.

[glimmerrat]

Heavy Weapons
Capable of inflicting tremendous damage on the enemy, these heavy weapons are deployed only by the best-equipped troops in the most serious of situations.

Table 1: Heavy Weapons

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Name   Dmg   E/T   Ammo   Recoil   Rng   Sz/Hand   Qualities   Weight
Flamethrowers
Caliber III
M-451 Firestorm   3d6 (fire)   1-2/-   100M1   -   20 ft.   S/2h   BLK, IMP, SLD (2)   20 lbs.
Stand-Alone Grenade Launchers
Caliber III
M-100 Grenade Launcher   4d10 (explosive)   1-2/20   1S10   -   50 ft.   S/2h   DEP, INA (-5), RGD, SLD (2)   11 lbs.
Missile Launchers
Caliber IV
ML-77 Missile Launcher   5d10 (explosive)   1-2/20   1S15   -   500 ft.   S/2h   AIR, GUI (IR), INA (-5)   14 lbs.
Exotic Weapons
Caliber III
Arc Projector   3d10 (electrical)   1-2/20   1S10   -   50 ft.   S/2h   BLK, SLA   14 lbs.
Caliber IV
M-490 Blackstorm   5d10 (explosive)   1-2/-   2M6   -      S/2h   BLK, SLA   20 lbs.
M-622 Avalanche   3d6 (cold)   1-2/20   1S20   -   50 ft.   S/2h   BLK,   20 lbs.
Caliber V
M-920 Cain   10d10 (explosive, AP 50)   1-2/20   1S1   -   500 ft.   M/2h   BLK, SLA, SLD (10)   50 lbs.

Heavy Weapon Descriptions

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These heavy weapons are unique to the Mass Effect setting.

Arc Projector: The Arc Projector ionizes targets with a non-visible laser to ready them for a high-voltage electrical attack. As the lightning-like bolt hits its first target, a sophisticated auto-targeting system paints succeeding targets with the ionization laser, allowing the electricity to take the path of least resistance and arc between them. An entire enemy strike team can be shocked to death with a few pulls of the trigger. Characters struck by this weapon are shaken I for 1 round. Additionally, all characters and objects adjacent to the target suffer half damage.

M-100 Grenade Launcher: This man-portable stand-along grenade launcher is light, durable and extremely cost-effective. It sees common use with military units and mercenary groups across the whole of settled space.

M-451 Firestorm: The Firestorm is an anti-personnel and anti-armor flame unit that can accept a wide variety of liquid fuels. It fires a sticky spray that burns at approximately 1,600 degrees Celsius, a less intense fire than plasma weapons but covering a significantly wider target area..

M-490 Blackstorm: The Blackstorm encases a few particles of matter within a high-powered mass-increasing field, elevating them to near-infinite mass and creating a powerful localized gravity well that draws nearby enemies and objects into itself. The rapidly-increasing gravity near the event horizon of the singularity rips the objects apart and then explosively hurls them away. This weapon targets a square instead of a specific character. Every character within 30 ft. without a barrier or tech armor is paralyzed and pulled 15 ft. toward the target square. On your next initiative pass, the target square detonates (dealing the listed damage) and everyone within 30 ft. becomes sprawled. Characters killed by this weapon are annihilated.

M-622 Avalanche: With this weapon, cryo round technology is used to modify standard weapon slugs. A cooling laser collapses the ammunition into Bose-Einstein condensate, a mass of super-cooled subatomic particles capable of snap-freezing impacted objects. Special characters within the area are slowed, and standard characters are paralyzed. This effect lasts for two rounds, and has an area of 10 ft.

M-920 Cain: Loaded with a single 25 gram slug, the M-920 Cain accelerates this round to a speed of 5km/s. The slug impact releases the built-up energy in a devastating explosion, accompanied by a characteristic ‘mushroom cloud’ effect.

ML-77 Missile Launcher: A rapid-fire missile launcher, the ML-77 fires seeking projectiles that are capable of damaging even light vehicles. Each projectile features a friend-or-foe recognition system, ensuring that it will find a hostile target – although not necessarily the one in the crosshairs.

[Nepenthe]

Brilliant. Unfortunately I've hurt my back and can't sit down long enough to read them, but trust me, it's the first thing I'll do when I can.

[glimmerrat]

It might be worth it to do some NPC stat blocks along the lines of 'Security Guard', 'Ambassador', 'Soldier' and so on, with a few Racial templates to add to them.

Other than that (and adding masses to the powers) I can't think of anything else that needs doing.

[glimmerrat]

Mass Craft NPCs

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Adept (Standard NPC – 37 XP): Init II; Atk II; Def II; Resilience III; Damage Save: III; Competence: IV; Skills: Resolve V; Wealth: IV, Qualities: Biotic power, feat (any Biotic ‘basics’ feat)
Attacks/Weapons: M-4 shuriken submachine gun (dmg 1d12 lethal; error 1-2; threat 20; ammo 24M10; recoil 8; range 30 ft.; qualities: dependable, non-standard fire mode: bursts only)
Gear: Biotic amp gadget pick (PR 2, housing: body), light hard suit (DR 3; Shields 3, Resist Acid 3, Cold 5, Contagion all, Electrical 3, Explosive 3, Fire 3, Heat 10, Vacuum all; DP -1; ACP -2; Notice 10)

Body Guard (Standard NPC – 58 XP): Init V; Atk IV; Def IV; Resilience III; Damage Save: IV; Competence: III; Skills: Notice VIII, Search IV, Security IV; Wealth: IV, Qualities: strong-minded (+8), tough (2 saves)
Attacks/Weapons: M-6 hand cannon service pistol (dmg 3d6 lethal, AP3; threat 19-20; ammo 6M3; recoil 25; range 30 ft.; qualities: takedown)
Gear: Medium hard suit (DR 6; Shields 5, Resist Acid 6, Cold 5, Contagion all, Electrical 6, Explosive 6, Fire 6, Heat 10, Vacuum all; DP -2; ACP -2; Spd -5 ft.; Notice obvious), omni tool (PR 1)

Bystander (Standard NPC – 0 XP): Init I; Atk I; Def I; Resilience I; Damage Save: I; Competence: II; Skills: None; Wealth: II, Qualities: meek (-16), non-combatant
Attacks/Weapons: None
Gear: None

Doctor (Standard NPC – 54 XP): Init I; Atk I; Def IV; Resilience III; Damage Save: III; Competence: III; Skills: Medicine VI, Resolve IV, Science VI; Wealth: IX, Qualities: feat (Bandage, Examiner), superior attribute (Intelligence 16)
Attacks/Weapons: None
Gear: First aid kit I, insulated bodysuit (DR 1; Resist Acid 1, Cold 15, Electrical 1, Explosive 1, Fire 1, Heat 10; ACP -1; Notice 16), omni tool (PR 1), surgery kit I

Engineer (Standard NPC – 38 XP): Init II; Atk II; Def II; Resilience III; Damage Save: III; Competence: IV; Skills: Electronics V; Wealth: IV, Qualities: feat (any Gear ‘basics’ feat), tech power
Attacks/Weapons: M-4 shuriken submachine gun (dmg 1d12 lethal; error 1-2; threat 20; ammo 24M10; recoil 8; range 30 ft.; qualities: dependable, non-standard fire mode: bursts only)
Gear: Light hard suit (DR 3; Shields 3, Resist Acid 3, Cold 5, Contagion all, Electrical 3, Explosive 3, Fire 3, Heat 10, Vacuum all; DP -1; ACP -2; Notice 10), omni tool (PR 3)

Entertainer (Standard NPC – 35 XP): Init III; Atk II; Def III; Resilience III; Damage Save: I; Competence: III; Skills: Acrobatics or Sleight of Hand IV, Impress VI; Wealth: III, Qualities: Captivating, feat (Fan Service)
Attacks/Weapons: None
Gear: Entertainer’s clothing

Laborer (Standard NPC – 20 XP): Init II; Atk III; Def I; Resilience II; Damage Save: IV; Competence: I; Skills: Athletics IV; Wealth: I, Qualities: None
Attacks/Weapons: Light club (dmg 1d6+1 subdual; threat 20)
Gear: Insulated bodysuit (DR 1; Resist Acid 1, Cold 15, Electrical 1, Explosive 1, Fire 1, Heat 10; ACP -1; Notice 16)

Mechanic (Standard NPC – 35 XP): Init II; Atk II; Def I; Resilience III; Damage Save: II; Competence: III; Skills: Electronics IV, Mechanics VI; Wealth: III, Qualities: class ability (Wheelman: Manual Adjustment (Mechanics))
Attacks/Weapons: Light club (dmg 1d6+1 subdual; threat 20)
Gear: Insulated bodysuit (DR 1; Resist Acid 1, Cold 15, Electrical 1, Explosive 1, Fire 1, Heat 10; ACP -1; Notice 16), omni tool (PR 3)

Mercenary (Standard NPC – 56 XP): Init IV; Atk IV; Def V; Resilience III; Damage Save: V; Competence: II; Skills: Athletics III, Haggle V, Intimidate V, Tactics III; Wealth: IV, Qualities: Commander, feat (Autofire Basics), minion
Attacks/Weapons: M-3 predator service pistol (dmg 1d12 lethal; threat 20; ammo 12M5; recoil 14; range 45 ft.; qualities: dependable, rugged), M-8 avenger assault rifle (dmg 3d6 lethal; threat 20; ammo 40M10; recoil 10; range 100 ft.; qualities: dependable, rugged)
Gear: Medium hard suit (DR 6; Shields 5, Resist Acid 6, Cold 5, Contagion all, Electrical 6, Explosive 6, Fire 6, Heat 10, Vacuum all; DP -2; ACP -2; Spd -5 ft.; Notice obvious), omni tool (PR 1)

Merchant (Standard NPC – 40 XP): Init II; Atk I; Def II; Resilience I; Damage Save: III; Competence: III; Skills: Bluff IV, Haggle X, Sense Motive IV; Wealth: VIII, Qualities: feat (Fence, Pack Rat), non-combatant
Attacks/Weapons: None
Gear: Emergency kinetic barrier (Shields 5; Notice 24), fine quality clothing

Scientist (Standard NPC – 38 XP): Init III; Atk I; Def II; Resilience II; Damage Save: II; Competence: VIII; Skills: Science VI; Wealth: V, Qualities: non-combatant, superior attribute (Intelligence 16)
Attacks/Weapons: None
Gear: Insulated bodysuit (DR 1; Resist Acid 1, Cold 15, Electrical 1, Explosive 1, Fire 1, Heat 10; ACP -1; Notice 16), omni tool (PR 3), two caliber I kits

Security Guard (Standard NPC – 31 XP): Init IV; Atk II; Def II; Resilience III; Damage Save: III; Competence: II; Skills: Notice V, Search V; Wealth: II, Qualities: None
Attacks/Weapons: M-3 predator service pistol (dmg 1d12 lethal; threat 20; ammo 12M5; recoil 14; range 45 ft.; qualities: dependable, rugged)
Gear: Light hard suit (DR 3; Shields 3, Resist Acid 3, Cold 5, Contagion all, Electrical 3, Explosive 3, Fire 3, Heat 10, Vacuum all; DP -1; ACP -2; Notice 10)

Soldier (Standard NPC – 58 XP): Init IV; Atk IV; Def V; Resilience III; Damage Save: V; Competence: II; Skills: Athletics IV, Intimidate V, Tactics V; Wealth: IV, Qualities: Commander, feat (Autofire Basics, Tact-Squad Basics), minion, synchronized
 Attacks/Weapons: M-3 predator service pistol (dmg 1d12 lethal; threat 20; ammo 12M5; recoil 14; range 45 ft.; qualities: dependable, rugged), M-8 avenger assault rifle (dmg 3d6 lethal; threat 20; ammo 40M10; recoil 10; range 100 ft.; qualities: dependable, rugged)
Gear: Medium hard suit (DR 6; Shields 5, Resist Acid 6, Cold 5, Contagion all, Electrical 6, Explosive 6, Fire 6, Heat 10, Vacuum all; DP -2; ACP -2; Spd -5 ft.; Notice obvious), omni tool (PR 1)

Mass Craft NPC Templates

The NPCs above are, by default, human. To shift their Species, simply add one of the following templates.

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Asari (+8 XP)
Benefit: The NPC’s Constitution or Charisma rises by 2. She also gains the attractive I and biotic power NPC qualities.

Krogan (+16 XP)
Benefit: The NPC’s Strength rises by 2, and his Constitution rises by 4. He also gains the augmented (Ballistic Helmet), banned action (Influence, Outmaneuver, Tumble), natural attack (Gore I) and tough (1 save) NPC qualities. However, his Intelligence and Charisma decrease by 2.

Quarian (+5 XP)
Benefit: The NPC’s Intelligence rises by 2 and he gains an Enviro-suit (DR 4; Resist Cold 3, Contagion all, Heat 3, Vacuum all; Notice obvious). However, his Constitution decreases by 2 and his Health decreases by 1.

Salarian (+10 XP)
Benefit: The NPC’s Dexterity rises by 2, and his Initiative increases by 1 grade. He also gains the aquatic, feat (Photographic Memory), light sleeper and low-light vision NPC qualities. However, his Charisma decreases by 2.

Turian (+10 XP)
Benefit: The NPC’s Wisdom rises by 1. He also gains the fearless I, feat (Hardcore), grueling combatant and natural attack (Claw II) NPC qualities.

Mass Craft Mech NPCs

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FENRIS Mech: FENRIS Mechs are mechanical constructs designed by Hahne-Kedar specifically for security. They are highly identifiable by their white armor and red lights. For many humans, FENRIS mechs are viewed as the mechanical analogs of ‘attack dogs’ and mimic dog-like behavior when they attack a target. FENRIS mechs also possess advanced sensory equipment allowing them to detect weapons and narcotics. They are often deployed alongside LOKI Mechs.

FENRIS Mech (Standard NPC – 30 XP): Init III; Atk IV; Def IV; Resilience IV; Damage Save: III; Competence: I; Skills: Athletics I, Notice I; Weapons: Blah; Gear: Blah; Qualities: Augmented (melee stun gun), banned action (climb, jump, kick, swim), construct, critical hesitation, damage reduction 1, death throes (explosive damage), feat (Surge of Speed), improved hearing, improved scent, inferior attribute (Intelligence 4, Wisdom 4, Charisma 2), low-light vision

Attacks/Weapons: melee stun gun (dmg 5d4 electrical; threat 18-20; qualities: finesse), slam I (dmg 1d8 lethal; threat 20; qualities: trip)

LOKI Mech: The Hahne-Kedar-manufactured LOKI Mech is a bipedal humanoid security robot designed for security detail and guard duty in locations where manpower is an issue, or where the use of organics for "around the clock" shifts is unfeasible. It has a very basic personality suite and can be programmed for non-lethal crowd control, but it is not the equal of a trained soldier. As a result they are usually deployed as support for live troops rather than on their own.

LOKI Mech (Standard NPC – 32 XP): Init II; Atk IV; Def II; Resilience IV; Damage Save: IV; Competence: II; Skills: None; Weapons: M-3 predator service pistol or M-4 shuriken submachine gun; Gear: None; Qualities: Augmented (melee stun gun), banned action (swim, tumble), construct, damage reduction 3, death throes (explosive damage),  inferior attribute (Intelligence 6, Wisdom 6, Charisma 2), low-light vision

Attacks/Weapons: melee stun gun (dmg 5d4 electrical; threat 18-20; qualities: finesse), M-3 predator (dmg 1d12 lethal; threat 20; qualities: dependable, rugged), M-4 shuriken (dmg 1d12 lethal; threat 20; qualities: dependable, non-standard fire mode: bursts only)

YMIR Mech: The YMIR Mech, or Model 34-A, or more commonly called a Heavy Mech, is a massive killing machine designed for anti-infantry purposes. Heavily armored and shielded, YMIR mechs possess twin automatic mass accelerator cannons concealed in the right arm and a rocket launcher in the left. They are devastating opponents, and are easily the equal of a full platoon of infantry.

YMIR Mech (Standard NPC – 54 XP): Init II; Atk V; Def II; Resilience VI; Damage Save: VI; Competence: II; Skills: None; Weapons: None; Gear: None; Qualities: Augmented (heavy kinetic barrier, light missile launcher, twin automatic accelerator cannons), banned action (climb, jump, kick, swim, tumble), construct, damage reduction 5, hulking (Large), inferior attribute (Intelligence 6, Wisdom 6, Charisma 2), low-light vision, lumbering,  sluggish (20 ft.), tough (2 saves)

Attacks/Weapons: Light missile launcher (dmg 4d10 explosive (10 ft. blast); threat 20; qualities: imprecise), twin automatic accelerator cannons (dmg 6d6 lethal, AP20; threat 19-20; qualities: imprecise)

[Nepenthe]

I totally failed my part in this thread, didn't I.