Sonic Mine


Model: Modified SuperHarmonics JJ-9 Amplifier
Scale: Character
Skill: Demolitions
Ranges: 1-10/18/20
Damage: 7D (stun) /5D(stun) /3D (stun) (see below)
Cost: 500 credits.

The original JJ-9 amplifier was an acoustic device of moderate power, with an irritating whine at higher amplitudes that rendered it a complete failure on the open market. However, when a backyard engineer attempted to reduce the whine of the amplifiers, he discovered that it was relatively easy to boost the power of the whine to levels that could literally shatter eardrums. Once he replaced all the windows of his house, and had his hearing restored, that individual began selling modified JJ-9s, which he termed "Sonic Mines". The modifications were very easy to make, and the resultant weapon proved very effective against unprotected personnel. Since then, just about every mechanic that deals with this sort of thing has learned how to modify JJ-9s, and SuperHarmonics is doing a booming (no pun intended) sub-legal business in the devices.

When a Sonic Mine is engaged, the device causes the listed damage to unprotected individuals. It also causes several other results. Anyone within medium range of the device must make an easy Stamina roll to avoid spending one action holding his hands over his ears to try to shut out the noise. This difficulty goes up one category per round spent in that area. The difficulty and rate of increase are doubled for close range. While in the range of one of these devices, all actions are at -2D. In addition, prolonged exposure to the device can lead to permanent hearing loss, and brain damage. Deaf individuals, as long as they still posses eardrums, are subject to this damage, but halve it. Individuals wearing protective gear are immune to this damage.
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