BSF-129 Prophet EAM
The BSF-129 Prophet is the standard Exo-Armor Mech of the Black Star Caliphate, a divine instrument of enforcement clad in ritual and war. Forged beneath the Dome of the Black Star and blessed in sacred rites, the Prophet is as much a sermon as it is a suit of armor. Every unit is etched with scripture, anointed in sanctified oil, and operated by warriors trained not just to kill, but to cleanse. With its towering presence, brutal firepower, and religious symbolism, the Prophet embodies the Caliphate’s dogma of violent ascension through obedience.
• Main Plating: Ablative ceramic-coated tungsten alloy, etched with verses from the Book of Judgment
• Internal Layering: Reactive gel and blast-resistant spall lining for thermal and kinetic absorption
• Kinetic Resistance: Can absorb standard .50mm AP rounds; frontal arc can endure direct hits from light anti-armor weapons Mobility Suite:
• Pilgrim Jump Jets: Compact rear-mounted jets for short bursts—ideal for breaching maneuvers or tactical ground repositioning. Flight Time (Zero-G): 6–8 seconds. Boost Range (Ground): Up to 20 meters.
• Magnetic Boots: Standard-issue for zero-G and hull combat
• Enhanced Servo Musculature: Can lift 1,200kg with hydraulic assistance
Sensory & Tactical Systems:
• Omnisight Helm: Multispectral tri-optic suite with thermal, night, and motion tracking filters (capable of overlaying enemy positions with symbolic identifiers)
• Liturgical Uplink: Secured comms-link to battlefield Imams broadcasting combat prayers and righteous invocations
• Soul-Reinforcement Algorithm (SRA): Real-time doctrinal feedback system stimulating morale, loyalty, and righteous fury
Stimulant & Obedience Systems:
• Obedience Serums: Injected in combat to suppress fear and enhance reflexes with a doctrine-focused neural boost
• Neural Chain Interface: Faith-loop implants filter out pain, triggers religious euphoria during intense combat
• Overload Safeguard: In death, SRA core auto-frags to prevent suit desecration
• Caliber: 20mm x 70mm high-velocity (sabot, incendiary, or plasma-core ammo types)
• Fire Rate: 850 rounds per minute (moderated to conserve ammo and control recoil)
• Feed Type: Box magazine, 40-round capacity per magazine; carried in hip-mounted armored pouches (typically 3-8 mags per mission)
• Mounting: Right-arm integrated, servo-stabilized for enhanced aim tracking via visor targeting
• Effective Range: 700m (ground) / 1,500m (vacuum) Over-Barrel Grenade Launcher
• Caliber: 48mm low-velocity grenades (explosive, EMP, smoke, incendiary)
• Capacity: single shot with up to 10 spare rounds being stored under the shoulder plates of the suit
• Usage: Breaching, area denial, or ritual purification bursts—often used immediately after enemy suppression or before Zahkaran execution ceremonies “Zahkaran Dagger” (Ritual Execution Blade)
• Length: 18-24 inches
• Material: Alchemically forged obsidian-core steel, inscribed with Judgment Surahs
• Purpose: Used in post-battle rites to ceremonially execute prisoners, traitors, or wounded infidels on the battlefield
• Tradition: Blade must be wiped clean with a surah-stitched cloth and returned to its sheath by an Imam before the pilot may remove their helmet
• Enemy Slang: “Fanatics” or “Beatles”
• Strengths: Excellent fire discipline, fanatic morale, devastating boarding strength
• Weaknesses: Limited jetpack thrust, less flexible than lighter EAM classes like the Dia’crai PS-7 Vesper EAM.
Design Overview
Armor Composition:• Main Plating: Ablative ceramic-coated tungsten alloy, etched with verses from the Book of Judgment
• Internal Layering: Reactive gel and blast-resistant spall lining for thermal and kinetic absorption
• Kinetic Resistance: Can absorb standard .50mm AP rounds; frontal arc can endure direct hits from light anti-armor weapons Mobility Suite:
• Pilgrim Jump Jets: Compact rear-mounted jets for short bursts—ideal for breaching maneuvers or tactical ground repositioning. Flight Time (Zero-G): 6–8 seconds. Boost Range (Ground): Up to 20 meters.
• Magnetic Boots: Standard-issue for zero-G and hull combat
• Enhanced Servo Musculature: Can lift 1,200kg with hydraulic assistance
Sensory & Tactical Systems:
• Omnisight Helm: Multispectral tri-optic suite with thermal, night, and motion tracking filters (capable of overlaying enemy positions with symbolic identifiers)
• Liturgical Uplink: Secured comms-link to battlefield Imams broadcasting combat prayers and righteous invocations
• Soul-Reinforcement Algorithm (SRA): Real-time doctrinal feedback system stimulating morale, loyalty, and righteous fury
Stimulant & Obedience Systems:
• Obedience Serums: Injected in combat to suppress fear and enhance reflexes with a doctrine-focused neural boost
• Neural Chain Interface: Faith-loop implants filter out pain, triggers religious euphoria during intense combat
• Overload Safeguard: In death, SRA core auto-frags to prevent suit desecration
Primary Weapon System:
Ghamid-Pattern “Ashmaker” Autocannon + Integrated Grenade Launcher• Caliber: 20mm x 70mm high-velocity (sabot, incendiary, or plasma-core ammo types)
• Fire Rate: 850 rounds per minute (moderated to conserve ammo and control recoil)
• Feed Type: Box magazine, 40-round capacity per magazine; carried in hip-mounted armored pouches (typically 3-8 mags per mission)
• Mounting: Right-arm integrated, servo-stabilized for enhanced aim tracking via visor targeting
• Effective Range: 700m (ground) / 1,500m (vacuum) Over-Barrel Grenade Launcher
• Caliber: 48mm low-velocity grenades (explosive, EMP, smoke, incendiary)
• Capacity: single shot with up to 10 spare rounds being stored under the shoulder plates of the suit
• Usage: Breaching, area denial, or ritual purification bursts—often used immediately after enemy suppression or before Zahkaran execution ceremonies “Zahkaran Dagger” (Ritual Execution Blade)
• Length: 18-24 inches
• Material: Alchemically forged obsidian-core steel, inscribed with Judgment Surahs
• Purpose: Used in post-battle rites to ceremonially execute prisoners, traitors, or wounded infidels on the battlefield
• Tradition: Blade must be wiped clean with a surah-stitched cloth and returned to its sheath by an Imam before the pilot may remove their helmet
Deployment Doctrine:
The BSF-129 Prophet is deployed via boarding torpedoes, crashing into enemy vessels with ritual calls to prayer—each torpedo a miniature mosque filled with holy wrath. Once breached, Prophet-clad warriors emerge to deliver Ashmaker volleys down corridors, supported by grenade blasts and chants of burning scripture. Survivors are swiftly bound, judged, and executed with the Zahkaran blade in the name of purity. On the ground, Prophets are used in urban purges, symbolic jihads, and apostate suppression. These units lead from the front, often accompanied by chanting support drones or war-Imams broadcasting surahs over encrypted comms. To many outside the Caliphate, their appearance is less tactical and more ritualistic terror.Nicknames & Field Reputation:
• Caliphate Designation: “Ascendant Blades”• Enemy Slang: “Fanatics” or “Beatles”
• Strengths: Excellent fire discipline, fanatic morale, devastating boarding strength
• Weaknesses: Limited jetpack thrust, less flexible than lighter EAM classes like the Dia’crai PS-7 Vesper EAM.
Summary:
The BSF-129 Prophet is not merely an Exo-Armor Mech—it is a walking shrine of judgment. With a thundering autocannon, a belt of scripture, and a blade forged to separate sin from flesh, it brings the will of the Caliphate into every corridor, every city street, and every infidel stronghold. Where the Prophet walks, divine order follows—and all resistance burns away in ash and prayer.
Designation
Black Star Forged Exo-Armor Mech
Manufacturer
Owning Organization
Price
$201k
Rarity
~78 million built
Related Technologies
Height
9.6’
Weight
1.4 tons
Speed
30 mph
Complement / Crew
1 rider
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