GDPR 014 23 Popular Post Share Posted June 2, 2020 Cannons Origin A long lost technology developed in old times. This was done through a combination of black powder and a massive barrel. Strangely, this technology was lost to the ages, though some have come to rediscover them. Description A cannon is a massive device that would make itself clear on the battlefield through a sound louder than any trebuchet; either bolted to the ground or mounted on wheels to be transported, this large weapon is employed for both defense and offense, able to deliver blasts that can rend through infantry men due to the large caliber and the amount of blackpowder that can be stuffed inside of it; however, the most efficient use was against enemy buildings, able to punch holes in thick stone walls after multiple shots. Naturally, due to the size of this monstrosity, it requires a 3 man crew in battle. Cannons bear a minimum weight of 1 ton, that being 2,000 pounds, or 907 kilograms. The projectiles cannons fire can vary greatly in size and shape, however, cannons as a general rule will be unable to fire projectiles that weigh over 40lbs (or 18 kg) any significant distance. Between at minimum 2 meters long, and at maximum 4, Cannons are and can be of very different makes and designs – though all of which achieving the same purpose. Capabilities The Cannon is capable of busting holes in fortifications and walls. Of course, that is to be expected given it is a large lead ball being shot at high speeds. When the cannon is fired it makes a deafening roar. Of course, there can be other kinds of ammunition rather than the standard ammunition. Grapeshot: Ineffective against structures, more effective towards infantry. It bombards infantry with the high speed metal balls, and can deal heavy damage and make quick work of most armors – rather short of range, a wide-spread of pellets and shot may be wildly inaccurate, but very effective against clusters of foes. Ball and Chain/Mast Cutters: Used for naval combat, the ball and chain ammunition is used to shred through sails due to the boosted velocity. When fired, the balls of the chain spread out and leave a chain which will try to catch onto something, preferably a mast, this will then tear through the structure. Explosive Shot: Utilizing Boomsteel, one would be able to carefully crate a low-density boomsteel cored shot. Given time of diffusion of heat, when made contact an amalgam of pressure, heat, and force of collision would produce an explosive significantly more powerful than any standard ammunition, decimating any 5x5x5 area with ease. Craftsman’s Shot: Given the variety of materials in the world, it is not uncommon for inventors and engineers to make up their own shot and types. Often using rare metals or magics, one could yield very different effects given their unique properties – such as Lunarite shot used as tracing rounds in darkness, or a blasting-potion shot to re-create the effects of boomsteel shot, as example. Mechanics How to use a Cannon: Requires 5 emotes to operate. Requires a 3 man crew. Spoiler Emote Requirements (Emotes 1-5) First Emote – Preparing Cannon for Load, Cleaning Bore (Operator) would go to the maw of the cannon’s bore, taking the worm- stuffing it down the barrel to remove any refuse, tilting the head of the weapon upward some- afterward withdrawing it back, and placing it by the cannon’s side oncemore. Second Emote – Loading Propellant, Replacing Fuse (Operator) would go to wire a thin fuse down the fuse-hole, switching around rapidly after the worm’s work, funneling Blackpowder down the mouth of the bore, sent tumbling gently in clots to the ignition chamber of the cannon. Third Emote – Loading Shot (Operator) would follow quickly behind, straining as they brought up a heavy steel cannonball, pushing it with a satisfying slide as metal ground to metal, down the bore of the cannon, resting gently above the blackpowder below. Making fast work, they retrieved the rammer placed aside, pushing down the shot in full to the depths of the cannon. Fourth Emote – Lighting Fuse, Aiming (Operator) would strike his flint upon steel, causing spark to fly and catch upon the fuse- lighting brightly, giving a low hiss as it moved downward. Using the knob, making minor changes to shift aim of the cannon. Fifth Emote – Firing [!] A resounding, thunderous boom would strike as the cannon fired loudly, a deep thum sent soaring across the landscape as the shot flew to it’s target – impacting the stone wall solidly, sending shrapnel of metal and rock flying outward- a thick cloud of black smoke hung over the barrel of the dark cannon. Red Lines/Restrictions -Always requires Five emotes to use. -Cannons may fire up to 60 meters (Shout range), unless in an Event where they may fire so much and so long as the hosting ET or ETs may allow. -No one can carry around a smaller, portable version. -Cannons may be of multiple and many lore materials, or materials in general, so long as it follows common sense- Ex. no Wood or Stone cannons (In RP, Buildwise both may be used to represent). -Cannons must always be stagnant when mounted (Still, but they may be upon wheels such as a Siege Carriage or a Cart). (Ex. no picking up through a golem, telekinesis, etc) -Cannons may not be pre-loaded before combat. All five emotes must be done during the encounter, one may not engage with a loaded or prepared cannon. -Craftsman’s Shot requires ST Signage and does not require an invention piece – this may be using Lore Materials, Alchemy, or Magic. -This does not allow for small arms to be used, the powder cannot work in such a small system. -Warclaim Stats and Usage is not written at this time, as it requires work with Moderation and Techs who will release a comprehensive siege guide at a later date. Purpose Reintroduce Cannons to be used in LoTC to fit multiple aesthetics and allow for them to be used in Warclaims like in the old days. Credits to Dargrind, for aspects of his Falkenade piece. Credits to Mirtok/Markosi, for aspects of his Siege Cannon piece. Credits to ST, for their contribution in edits and review upon the piece. 37 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sorcerio 4594 Share Posted June 2, 2020 Can’t wait for this lore to be made cannon 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gustando 1453 Share Posted June 2, 2020 This should be a blast 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Man of Respect 5430 Share Posted June 2, 2020 stop with the puns, i cannont tolerate them any longer 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DISCOLIQUID 1956 Share Posted June 2, 2020 boom 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Requiem 84 Share Posted June 3, 2020 The Empire is going to have a very explosive party when this is accepted Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CornPhlake 159 Share Posted June 3, 2020 hm yes I want cannons and I want guns yes long live Peter III the totally not undead yes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
squakhawk 7299 Share Posted August 14, 2020 This Lore has been accepted. Moved to Implemented Lore, it will be sorted to it's appropriate category soon. Please note that if this is playable lore, such as a magic or CA, you will need to write a guide for this piece. You will be contacted regarding the guide (or implementation if it isn’t needed) shortly. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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