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Operation: The highland military has always revered Practicality over Protection. Before the adaptation of tactical armor, Highland Shock troops (Current day Grenediers) would use heavy cumbersome steel vests which were often left behind due to the fact that they caused more casualties than prevented them. It wasnt until late 700AW when the first practical vests entered service.
The Universal Infantry Vest (UIV) is the first "enhanced" model of Tactical Armor vests made for the Highland Republic's armed forces. Although newer, lighter, and more cost effecient models have been made, this was the original base for any current variants. In early 800AW the Highland Military Command sent out several proposals for a new Armor system to replace the light yet unsubstantial MK0 armor. Of the eight companies (companies from around the Endeavor Sea region) RVASKE (pronounced "vask") Industries had a model which best fit all of the requirements. For the sake of cost effeciency the patent was bought and is now manufactured in the Highland Republic rather than at the RVASKE work centers across the sea. Pouches can be added and configured for both left and right hand shooters (hence the indent in the chest pouch). Other pouches and equipment such as the standard issue LWIP (Lightweight infantry pack) can be easily attatched to it if the soldier desires.
The Universal Infantry Vest (UIV) is the first "enhanced" model of Tactical Armor vests made for the Highland Republic's armed forces. Although newer, lighter, and more cost effecient models have been made, this was the original base for any current variants. In early 800AW the Highland Military Command sent out several proposals for a new Armor system to replace the light yet unsubstantial MK0 armor. Of the eight companies (companies from around the Endeavor Sea region) RVASKE (pronounced "vask") Industries had a model which best fit all of the requirements. For the sake of cost effeciency the patent was bought and is now manufactured in the Highland Republic rather than at the RVASKE work centers across the sea. Pouches can be added and configured for both left and right hand shooters (hence the indent in the chest pouch). Other pouches and equipment such as the standard issue LWIP (Lightweight infantry pack) can be easily attatched to it if the soldier desires.
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I think the philosophy of this armor system is a bit different from what I had in mind. The HR does not develop heavy assault vehicles such as MBTs and such, instead relying on the survivability of the average Legionnaire or Grenadier to bring alternate weapon systems to bear. So, HR high command views infantry survivability (protection) as a practical need in order to have a functioning battle group. The large block with the cut in the corner worn on the front of all the thick vests are trauma plates-- often ballistic-grade ceramics, similar to the ones found in modern-day heavy-duty vests. It protects from the top of the sternum to just below the navel, and is easily replaceable (or removable) by the soldier. The heavy armor is worn in deference to heavy packs, because HR infantry frequently fights in close conjunction with vehicle transports, thus making rucksacks a rare necessity, which frees up weight. While LWIPs might be worn, they are rarely if ever filled. Ammo wouldn't be stored on the chest, but rather in long magazine slings kept tucked snugly against the wearer's thigh, typically opposite of the side holding the respirator bag.
Also, "Grenadier" is a historic term. Grenadiers were often big, burly, veteran soldiers who were known for hurling grenades over the heads of friendly troops into advancing lines of enemy soldiers (back in the days of muskets, horse-mounted cavarly, and tri-corn caps). The changing nature of war has evolved the role of grenadier units, but the concept of big, dangerous soldiers who break enemy lines remains the same, as does their name.
Everything else you got pretty much smack on what I was thinking, and then you went and did something else. I hadn't thought of naming this stuff, or figuring out where it came from. You got the concept of foreign-design-contracted and made domestically right; most Highland war materiel is produced at home (despite a loss of comparative advantage) simply so that quality can be closely monitored at great expense. If it wasn't for someone like you trying to figure it out, I probably would have taken another six months to hammer out.
Also, "Grenadier" is a historic term. Grenadiers were often big, burly, veteran soldiers who were known for hurling grenades over the heads of friendly troops into advancing lines of enemy soldiers (back in the days of muskets, horse-mounted cavarly, and tri-corn caps). The changing nature of war has evolved the role of grenadier units, but the concept of big, dangerous soldiers who break enemy lines remains the same, as does their name.
Everything else you got pretty much smack on what I was thinking, and then you went and did something else. I hadn't thought of naming this stuff, or figuring out where it came from. You got the concept of foreign-design-contracted and made domestically right; most Highland war materiel is produced at home (despite a loss of comparative advantage) simply so that quality can be closely monitored at great expense. If it wasn't for someone like you trying to figure it out, I probably would have taken another six months to hammer out.
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