AESIR Mk.II

Born from the crucible of forbidden arts, where genetic manipulation intertwines with technological sorcery, the AESIR emerge as relentless avatars of brutality and surgical devastation.
They are the harbingers of doom, a force cloaked in shadowed might, their every step a symphony of merciless destruction.
Swift as the wind, they become the tempest incarnate, a whirlwind of unyielding fury, leaving naught but desolation in their wake. Amidst the carnage of the battlefield, they embody the grim portents of an age steeped in darkness, obliterating all who dare defy their wrath with a chilling precision, a cruel force of inexorable doom.

— Excerpt from a private's diary

Unleashing an unyielding maelstrom of unrelenting carnage, the Mk.II AESIR (Augmented and Enhanced Strike, Infiltration, and Reconnaissance) super-soldier emerges from the twisted abyss of the immensely successful NeMeSIS program. Redefining the very essence of brutality, this latest generation of AESIR is the embodiment of savagery and desolation.
Like its predecessor, the AESIR Mk.I, the core under armour exo-skeleton is a profane creation exclusively birthed within the twisted depths of The Black Foundry. Bestowed upon members of the Imperium Coalition, it serves as a conduit of war.
Each AESIR, a monstrous reflection of their nation's doctrines, customizes this malevolent shell, adorning it with an array of sub-systems, armour, and decorations, augmented to their preferred methods and fueling their insatiable hunger for field dominance.

Performance Enhancing EQuipment (PEEQ)

As part of the development process within the NeMeSIS programme, The Black Foundry define several key pieces of equipment that should be provided to an AESIR. Most notabily, the under armour exo-skeleton that every AESIR utilizes.
These pieces of equipment that The Black Foundry sets out design schematics, briefs and technical evaluations for; to enable members of the Imperium Coalition to implement and utilise are:

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Exo-Skeleton

At the core of the formidable AESIR Mk.II platform lies the Exo-Skeleton, meticulously crafted by The Black Foundry under the auspices of the NeMeSIS program, in collaboration with Helix Technica. This technological marvel surpasses its predecessor, the bulkier and less-efficient Mk.I exo-skeleton, through a fusion of compact yet potent servos, resilient yet lightweight alloys, and an evolutionary design shaped by the art of additive manufacturing. The result is an exo-skeleton of unparalleled efficiency.
Unyielding in its purpose, the exo-skeleton serves as a versatile canvas for endless augmentations. It boasts a purpose-built mounting method, exclusive to its structure, enabling swift attachment of plating, subsystems, and weaponry. This seamless integration not only expedites the armament process but also ensures unwavering reliability, establishing a steadfast connection for both hardware and vital data signals alike.

Armour and sub-systems

Whilst the exact materials, shaping and design of the various sub-systems and armour utilised by an AESIR are not defined by The Black Foundry, they do provide guidelines for minimum and maximum boundaries of armour pieces as well as define how they are to be affixed to the underlying exo-skeleton.

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Jump-jets and manuvering thrusters

The AESIR Mk.II armour is adorned with high-thrust, short burn-time jump jets strategically integrated into the spinal and calf sections. These propulsion systems exhibit diverse configurations tailored to the specific demands of each suit. Take, for instance, the GUNGNIR/Akula variant deployed by the Alliance of Democratic Nations - a grand singular thruster aligns seamlessly along the spinal column.
This imposing centerpiece finds reinforcement in the form of dual sets of angular wings, poised as both air brakes and aids for precise maneuvering. Complementing this arrangement, each calf houses a supplementary thruster, granting further control over direction and augmenting the lift potential of these formidable warriors. Such mastery of propulsion ensures unparalleled mobility upon the battlefield, defying the constraints of gravity itself.

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Commissioned art for VISCERIUM

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Commissioned art for VISCERIUM

Manufacturer

Various

Avg. Height

2.28m (7.5ft)

Avg. Weight

523.7kg (1,154.56lbs)

Armament

Variable

Standard Augmentations

Every individual chosen to become an AESIR through the NeMeSIS program undergoes a grueling crucible of rigorous exercises and relentless tests. Only those who emerge triumphant, bearing the marks of their arduous journey, are deemed worthy of the transformative augmentations that await them. These life-altering enhancements serve as the foundation, a testament to their unwavering resolve and the pursuit of formidable power.
Witness the initial augmentations bestowed upon the AESIR mk.II, forging them into formidable beings:

N.E.R.V System

The N.E.R.V system allows for the direct and instantaneous interfacing of soldiers to their gear. Though not widely adopted and greately frowned upon due to the methodology required to implement such a system, N.E.R.V allows the user to respond faster and with greater agility than any other interfacing platform.




Synthetic Vestibular system

Greately enhancing the AESIR's sense of balance and location in space by detecting the motion and orientation of the AESIR. In turn, this enables the AESIR to move more fluidly and acrobatically through a space without difficulty.



HyperAcuity Auralmods

Extending the AESIR's hearing range to perceive sounds beyond the normal human range, enabling them to detect subtle noises or distant enemy movements. Each AESIR undergoes surgical procedures to implant advanced bionic devices within their auditory system. These implants consist of microprocessors that enhance the detection and interpretation of sound waves. The bionic implants extend the frequency range of their hearing by capturing and translating a broader range of sound frequencies into signals that the AESIR's brain can interpret.



Cylindrical Fullerene Ossification Infusion

In order to accomidate the forces of speed and impact an AESIR can endure, a synthetic organ is implanted, cable of housing nano-machines safely within the body. The Ossification infusion is achieved by regulated, self-replicating, nano-machines implanting the carbon nanotubes into the skeletal strucute during the ossification process.
The carbon nanotubes are regularly injected into the body through a pre-installed port that directly connects to the synthetic organ.



Gene Therapy for Muscle Growth

Multiple gene therapy techniques are employed to modify the AESIR's DNA, specifically targeting genes involved in muscle development and growth. By introducing genetic modifications, such as increased expression of myogenic factors like MyoD or IGF-1, the AESIR's muscle growth potential can be significantly enhanced. This, in successful applications, leads to more robust and powerful musculature.



Myomer Fiber Integration

Myomers are synthetic muscle-like fibers that are interwoven within the natural muscle tissue of the AESIR. These advanced fibers possess superior strength, flexibility, and contractile properties compared to natural muscle fibers. Through surgical procedures, the AESIR's existing muscle tissue is augmented with these myomer fibers, enhancing their overall muscular strength and endurance.



Gene Therapy for Ligament Enhancement

Through genetic engineering techniques, specific genes responsible for ligament strength and flexibility are modified and enhanced. This gene therapy approach aims to optimize the expression of proteins involved in ligament formation and maintenance, resulting in stronger and more resilient ligaments in the AESIR. This augmentation is performed during the AESIR's initial augmentation process and is refined through periodic gene therapy treatments.



Synthetic Tendon Matrix

By incorporating advanced nanomaterials and bioengineered fibers, a synthetic tendon matrix is implanted within the AESIR's body. This matrix seamlessly integrates with the existing ligaments, enhancing their structural integrity and tensile strength. The synthetic tendons are designed to be highly flexible, resilient, and resistant to wear, allowing the AESIR to withstand tremendous physical stresses.

Armour Variants

Armour variants for the AESIR's exo-skeleton are designated via an international standard assigned by the Imperium Coalition. For each unique armour pattern, an IC-code, ADN and PCP tag are provided.

Popular Consortium Party

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IC-Aarm-P001
Designation: Koschei/DRAUGR

The Koschei is the PCP's most used variant of AESIR mk.II armour. It's bulkier design affords the opperator greater protection than the ADN's equivalent and is better insulated for harsher environments.
Additionally, the bulkier design allows the opperator to utilise heavier weaponry than normal, fitting the PCP's unstated principles of slow but decisive action.

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IC-Aarm-P002
Designation: Ugor/ELDING

The PCP's specially designed hazardous opperations mk.II AESIR armour variant, the Ugor is lightly armoured and comes with a miriad of unique feautres such as: A flexible hydrophobic polymer outer layer, and a lead-insfused mesh layer that is housed within an ultra-durable fibre to prevent piercing and cuts.

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IC-Aarm-P003
Designation: Kaban/SKJOLDR

The PCP's heaviest variant of mk.II AESIR armour, the Kaban is specially designed to be able to act as a front-line unit and serve as a heavy weapons platform. Whilst slower to manuver in, the Kaban offers significantly greater protection and strength.

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IC-Aarm-P004
Designation: Perun/HLORIDI

The Perun is a highly-technical mk.II AESIR armour that specialises in E-WAR. Though lighter on armour than some of its counterparts, the Perun is capable of deflecting kinetic rounds via the use of a small magnetic plasma sheild that is projected from the Perun's shoulder plates.

Alliance of Democratic Nations

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IC-Aarm-A001
Designation: GUNGNIR/Akula

The GUNGNIR/Akula is the ADN's most populalry fielded variant of mk.II AESIR armour. The sleek design and large synthetic musculature affords the opperator great agility and mobility across the battlefield. Though lighter on armour than the PCP counterpart, the angled design utilised on this variant increases the chances of deflection and as such narrows the gap in protection.

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IC-Aarm-A002
Designation: SEIDR/Volhv

With an enhanced sensor suite and connective systems, the SEIDR is designed to provide much greater situational awareness, field data and electrical systems information. The SEIDR is capbale of hacking, hijacking and remote-controlling electrical systems in the local area at great speed.

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IC-Aarm-A003
Designation: SVALINN/Elasmoth

The ADN's heaviest variant of mk.II AESIR armour, the SVALINN serves as a front-line shield and heavy-hitter. Stronger than its counterparts and capable of weilding multiple heavy weapons systems, this armour variant trades mobility for power.

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IC-Aarm-A004
Designation: VALKYR/Sirin

Designed for CQB opperations, the VALKYR dons less armour than the GUNGNIR variant and is therefore more manuverable and capable of more athletic feats. It's offensive design is refined for hand-to-hand combat and swift brutality.