• Guarding Troopers Combat Knife
• Origin: Free State of Settlers (During the Great War)
• Type: Melee
• Range: Close Combat & Throw: 10 Meters (normal)
• Damage: 1d8 slashing or piercing.
• Properties: Dual-use as both a weapon and a utility tool.
• Attack Roll: Strength/Dexterity + Proficiency
• Cost (Black market): 350 Kourou
• Weight: 0,2 kg
• Availability: Very rare on the Black market

The Guarding Troopers Combat Knife was introduced during the Beta Age, following the outbreak of the Great War. Initially, the Guarding Troopers aboard the Last Frontier were equipped primarily for security and order enforcement, relying on Laser Guns and advanced crowd-control measures. However, as the Volunteer Army of Man (VAM) mobilized during the war, the Guarding Troopers were repurposed into an elite combat unit tasked with high-risk missions behind enemy lines.

Recognizing the need for a versatile close-combat weapon, the VAM commissioned the Combat Knife for the Troopers. This knife became an essential tool for their operations, allowing them to survive and fight in hostile environments. Its lightweight design and dual-purpose functionality made it indispensable for both combat and survival tasks.

A Weapon of Brutality

The Combat Knife carries a grim legacy. Unlike the Laser Guns, which kill from a distance with impersonal efficiency, the knife’s use in close combat exposed the brutal, visceral nature of war. Its blade tells the stories of countless lives lost during the Great War, particularly among the Native Tribes who faced the relentless Volunteer Army of Man. To this day, the knife stands as a haunting reminder of human capacity for both ingenuity and violence.

Ban and Return as Black Market Good

After the war, many of these knives were either lost, destroyed, or confiscated by the Native Tribes as part of the Peace Treaty. However, a few of them managed to find their way into the Black Market, where they are now highly coveted by collectors and mercenaries. These knives now serve as grim relics of a brutal past, each one carrying a story of violence and death that echoes through the history of the war.

The Guarding Troopers Combat Knife is crafted from a high-quality steel from Earth that allows for both durability and a sharp edge. Its handle is typically wrapped in a durable, textured material to ensure a firm grip even under harsh conditions. The blade itself is designed to serve dual purposes: as a close-combat weapon and as a multi-use utility tool for fieldwork.

• Blade: Forged from strong steel, it is razor-sharp, capable of both slashing and stabbing with precision. The blade’s design incorporates a strong, pointed tip, ideal for thrusting.
• Handle: Lightweight and ergonomic, the handle ensures comfort and control during combat. It often has a textured finish to provide a secure grip.
• Dual-use Design: The knife’s design allows it to be used as a utility tool for survival situations, such as cutting through materials, making fire kindling, or even as a basic carving tool.

The Guarding Troopers Combat Knife offers both narrative depth and strategic gameplay potential:

• Symbol of Brutality: Introducing the knife as loot or a relic provides an opportunity to explore the moral complexities of war and the legacy of the Volunteer Army of Man.
• Close-Combat Advantage: The knife’s lightweight design and versatility make it ideal for stealth missions or survival scenarios, forcing players to rely on their skills in confined spaces.
• Thrown Weapon Utility: With a range of 10 meters, the knife can be used for ranged attacks, adding a tactical layer to encounters.
• Historical Significance: Players might encounter these knives as rare artifacts on the Black Market or as part of a mission to uncover the dark history of the Great War.
• Cultural Impact: The knife’s association with the atrocities of the war can serve as a powerful symbol in campaigns, influencing NPC interactions and faction dynamics.

• Guarding Troopers
• Volunteer Army of Man
• Great War
• Peace Treaty
• Exohuman Weapons in the Gamma Age