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Approved Judicator Pattern Musket

Nepheli N. Tzunidahr

Stormlord of the Crimson Tides - War Master
Galactic Credits
ᖬ50
Silver
€309,246
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Name: Judicator Pattern Musket
Type: Technological Item – Flintlock Musket
Credits: ChatGPT
Consolidation Thread: Embrace Thy Judgement
Description: The Judicator Pattern Musket is a formidable longarm developed by Zenithian foundries, built with a triple-barrel firing system capable of three consecutive shots. Each barrel is forged from blued steel with internal rifling, aligned in a tight triangular configuration along an extended hardwood stock reinforced with bronze bracings. A single flintlock hammer rotates along a ratcheted spine to strike each loaded barrel sequentially. Ideal for shock volleys and sustained suppressive fire, the Judicator is both a terror on the battlefield and a triumph of Zenithian gunnery. A sunburst insignia is often etched into the buttstock, with carved scripture along the receiver reading: “Bound by Fire, Freed by Judgement.”

ATTRIBUTES

  • Main Stats
    • Defence: Average
    • Defensive Elements:
    • Thick wood-and-metal construction makes it serviceable as a blunt weapon in melee.
    • Bronze plating on muzzle guard can deflect bayonet thrusts.
    • Optional retractable shield brace for trench fighting.
  • Offence: Very High
    • Offensive Elements:
    • Three .75 caliber rifled barrels with individual powder charges.
    • Increased accuracy and kinetic energy from barrel length and rifling.
    • Capable of devastating three-shot volleys in seconds.
    • Fixed bayonet lug for close-quarters engagement.
  • Durability: High
    • Reinforced stock and rotating striker mechanism designed for repeated use.
    • Requires more maintenance than single-barrel models but built for campaign longevity.
  • Scarcity: Uncommon
    • Issued primarily to shock troops, grenadiers, and elite naval riflemen in the Zenithian Fleet.
  • TvM Requirement: 5v1
    • Demands advanced metallurgy, rifling capability, and coordinated manufacturing for moving parts.
Strengths
  • Multi-shot Capable: Can fire three rounds in succession, vastly outpacing standard single-barrel flintlocks in early exchanges.
  • Superior Accuracy: Rifled barrels provide greater range and shot stability, making it effective even at mid-range distances.
  • Intimidating Presence: The size and noise of the triple volley often demoralize enemy lines and break formation during charges.
Weaknesses
  • Reload Speed: Significantly slower reload time due to the need to charge and pack all three barrels individually.
  • Weight & Bulk: Heavier than standard muskets, causing fatigue over extended use and difficult maneuverability in close quarters.
  • Jamming Risk: The rotating striker mechanism is precise but susceptible to grit, fouling, and poor weather without regular maintenance.
Historical Information

The Judicator Pattern Musket was introduced shortly after the unification of the southern provinces under Nepheli Tzunidahr, meant to symbolize Zenithian mastery over both fire and steel. Originally tested aboard Bastions and Cutters as a shock weapon during fleet boarding operations, it quickly earned a reputation for turning the tide of engagements through sheer volume of fire. While it has yet to participate in a major continental war, the musket is already a prized armament in the arsenals of Zenith’s elite and a badge of honor among their forward marines.
 
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