[color=ed1c24][b]Military[/b][/color] The Yamatai Military heavily stresses honor and loyalty with its troops, heavily indoctrinating them so they will fight to the death saying "death is only feared by the weak". The branches of the military are the Imperial Yamatai Army (IYA) consisting of all ground forces and the Imperial Yamatai Navy (IYN); the air force is divided between the two of them but for official purposes is called the Imperial Yamatai Air Control (IYAC). Yamatai's military excels at machine guns/AA guns and shells, having it been a huge focus after a humiliating defeat by the hands of the Yllendthyr Air Force. Overall, many weapons are well balanced with a focus on easy creation and cleaning but are also multi-use, able to take many role should the need arise. Yamatai's artillery, mortar and naval shells are unique in that they utilize naturally explosive Sakurite instead of gunpowder or other explosives. Depending on how it is refined/packed, it can have anywhere between a 30% to 60% larger blast than conventional explosives. Standard troops will have six months of normal training and indoctrination plus that and additional two months of specialized training should they choose to pick a specialized role. It should be noted that they are given the choice to do so three month into their training so the last three months of normal training blends standard stuff with the basics of the role they picked. Elite Infantry go through anywhere between a year to a year and a half of brutal training in the harshest locations. Officers are hand picked from normal troops which show good aptitude of tactical sense and troop management who have served for at least year. From that they undergo five months of tactics and strategy with another three months of logistic and army management. Yamatai infantry is meant to be versatile, able to take on many roles and are trained as such. However, just because a sniper can use a machine gun doesn't mean that he'll use it as well as a trained machine gunner. Armor wise has a similar notation of multi-use, namely in the lighter armored vehicles, while heavier vehicles are more in the "shock and awe" label. Yamatai doesn't use any larger airships or blimps of the sort, using only aircraft that are fast and maneuverable as they are rather superstitious about how the hell a balloon stays afloat (no one really told them a magic thing called lighter than air gases). This means that they tend to be light on armor and heavier aircraft have touchy engines. [b]Infantry[/b] [hider=Infantry Weapons] [url=http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130603183748/metro2033/images/1/14/MLL_valve_iso_sm.png]Type 99 Carbine[/url] - Standard infantry rifle, it is boasts a robust, smooth bolt action and a side-loaded 5 round magazine. Easy to produce and clean, it almost a trophy to Yamatai's ballistics technology having a well-balanced mix of power, accuracy and fire rate. Due to its long barrel, it produces very little smoke or flash, making them hard to spot. Its users boast that it is the best bolt-action rifle in modern times, only out done by semi-automatic rifles. [indent]Type 99s Rifle - A variant of the Type 99 used by snipers, it has a much longer barrel, allowing for much greater accuracy, penetration and muzzle velocity[/indent] [url=http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/theorder1886/images/3/39/SelfLoaderCarbine.png/revision/latest?cb=20150225182405]Type 5 Experimental Rifle[/url] - The Empire's first steps towards semi-auto rifles, it is very similar to the standard Type 99 rifle, but has an internal gas-operated rotating-bold firing mechanism and uses a stripper clip instead of the traditional side mounted magazine.. Very few have been made but it is undergoing field testing with elite infantry units. [url=http://www.metalcraftbyblair.com/images/type100%20%20Japanese%20smg.jpg]Type 101 SMG[/url] - A mass produced but effective 30-round SMG, it has a high fire rate and springs in the stock to lower recoil and make the gun more accurate and very comfortable to shot. It is the most common automatic weapon in the military and is especially favored by armor crews and pilots who will keep them in their vehicles albeit with skeleton stocks and other modifications of the like. [url=http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/41/Model-50.jpg]Type 50 Heavy SMG[/url] - A newly created SMG that chambers for a larger round, somewhere between a pistol and a rifle round. the Type 50 has a 25-round clip and is noted to be a very reliable weapon. The military hopes to one day phase out the Type 101 in favor of these newer models. [url=http://www.deactivated-guns.co.uk/images/uploads/bren1941enfielddd/bren1941enfieldddd-040604.jpg]Type 2 Machine Gun[/url] - A rapid-fire, easy to cleaning gun that is known for its durability and reliability, said to be able to fire 10,000 rounds continuously with barrel changes without jamming. Its an old design but has served the army well and is a very common weapon with a 30 magazine. It can also be reconfigured, even in the heat of battle, to take larger, belt-fed rounds effectively making it a heavy machine gun. [url=http://replicaplans.com/Hotchkiss%20M1914/Hotchkiss%20M1914%20(3).JPG]Type 30 Heavy Machine Gun[/url] - A widely used HMG, the Type 30 is used in every that doesn't require large amount of movement. It can often be found in bunker, fighters, or acting a AA guns. It was actually made for the express purpose of being a light AA weapon meaning it has a very high velocity and good fire rate on a rugged tripod. [url=http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e0/Parabellum_1586.png]Type 21 Service Pistol[/url] - The standard issue pistol, widely given out to all branches of the military. It has a eight round clip and is incredibly easy to take apart and put back together to the point children are taught how to do it around middle school. [url=http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/03/Type_26_1539.jpg]Type 17a Revolver[/url] - An old revolver updated with newer technology. These guns are most commonly found on officers and those of high ranking. They are also used as flare guns, able to mount a special device on the barrel similar to that of a rifle grenade, to use as artillery markers or White Phosphorous rounds. [url=http://www.diesoldaten.co.uk/images/research_pages/pznkacker_images/mauser_anti_tank.jpg]Type 7 Anti-Tank Rifle[/url] - A high caliber, single shot rifle meant to go against armor and materials. A single-shot, bolt-action rifle, it can effectively punch through about 1.5 inches depending on the angle and wind speed. If shot at a man, it can easily blow a gaping hole into them and leaving a bloody mess afterwards. [url=http://hydra-media.cursecdn.com/theorder1886.gamepedia.com/thumb/a/a9/Frag.PNG/450px-Frag.PNG?version=7a1bc7dfe3f6a4d19c7960f3ae9b5e75]Type-R5 Stick Grenade[/url] - A very reliable stick grenade that is filled with six ounces of raw sakurite making it a very explosive grenade. Bits of metal are sometime stuck into a wrap around the grenade's head creating a deadly shrapnel grenade. With a press of a lever, its blade pops out and it can be stuck into the ground or wall and turned into a mine with a tripwire, or a desperate melee weapon. [url=http://www.warrelics.eu/forum/attachments/ordnance-ammo/236159d1314741555-japanese-wwii-model-89-knee-mortar-round-complete-they-come-type-89-knee-mortar.jpg]Type 3 Light Infantry Mortar[/url] - A common piece of equipment carried by many soldiers, the Type 3 aka the "Hand Mortar" is a light mortar operate by one man and is used to provide fire support in urban areas or areas where traditional fire support is unavailable. [/hider] [hider=Ashigaru] - Standard infantry of the IYA, they are given the Type 99 as a standard weapon and also carry the Type 21 pistol with 3 R5 grenades but are trained to use many other types of weapons so they can easily switch roles. They well trained and indoctrinated to fight for the emperor and wear tanish-beige colored uniforms. Unlike many other infantry units however, they carry swords instead of knives, as according to Yamatai Military Tradition stating that knives are considered hidden weapons and one should openly display their weapons should it be used to kill with honor. [/hider][hider=Ashigaru Variations & Specilizations] [list][*]Recon - Given scoped Type 99's and are the only soldiers given knives instead of swords as part of their work is sabotage. They're also snipers, artillery spotters and infiltrators. [*]Machine Gunner - Armed with a Type 2 MG and plenty of ammo, these men aren't as much used to mow down then enemy as they are to suppress them. They are also well trained to go against aircraft, able to shot with their Type 2's and man actual AA emplacements. [*]Engineer - Armed with the Type 101 SMG and the Type 17a Revolver, they are responsible for repairing and creation of fortifications and vehicles. They are also experts at CQC and building clearing. They are also capable of crewing ground vehicles. [*]Grenadier - Very close to standard Ashigaru but are tasked with the destruction of everything. They are given extra grenades and the Type 7 AT Rifle. Each Grenadier is also assigned a "Hand Mortar" and are also trained in the use of artillery pieces. [*]Sky Trooper - A recently formed joint IYA/IYAC cooperative, they are elite Ashigaru taught how to jump from planes without killing themselves. They carry the shortened versions of the Type 99 Rifle and the Type 101 SMG and are able to fly aircraft to some degree.[/list][/hider][hider=Genpei]Officers of the military. The term "Genpei" refers to anyone who serves as "non-frontline combat role", although Genpei officers are required to fight along side troops, even generals as staying back in comfort while troops are fighting and dying is considered cowardice and dishonor in accordance with Yamatai military tradition. They will use pistols and swords although it is not uncommon for them to pick up rifles.[/hider][hider=Kachi]Elite troops of the military equivalent to marines, they are attached to both branches of the military and are trained to use all forms of weapons and are deadly efficient. Unlike normal Ashigaru, they have bits of armor in the form of breastplates, forearm protectors, shin guard and tight protectors. Trained to take on the role of any specialized Ashigaru, they fight in land, sea and air and are considered legendary, often making appearance on propaganda posters as the army's trademark poster boys. [/hider] [hider=Ho-Wu Armored Truck] [img]http://files.3army-plzen.cz/system_preview_detail_200001188-d79ebd8988-public/GMC%20CCKW.jpg[/img] While less like a single truck and more like a series of trucks with small modifications based on an original truck, the Ho-Wu fills the need of just about anything not directly related to combat. It has and armored cab to protect against small arms and some have caged or metal plates over the glass for more protection. All models have a machine gun mounted on a ring on top of the cab for protection. It can be a tractor, a troop transport, an ammunition carrier, a supply truck and an ambulance.[/hider][hider=Ho-Nao Universal Armored Carrier] [img]http://www.wardrawings.be/WW2/Files/Site.htm[/img] A newer model meant to replace the older Ho-Wu trucks but instead have gone on to serve next to them, the Ho-Nao is a full-tracked vehicle that can hold 16 men or roughly two squads. It has a small machine gun turret as a defense but it can be mounted with a many weapons from a tank turret to a ring mounted machine gun to a rapid fire AA gun. Its also used as an ambulance, engineer vehicle, artillery tractor and supply carrier. [/hider][hider=Ho-Ri Armored Car] [img]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3f/Chevrolet_M38_Wolfhound_Armored_Car.jpg[/img] A light scout and infantry support car, it can be armed with either a dual 20mm autocannon or a 37mm cannon, good against infantry or aircraft (with the dual 20mm) but not so great against armor. Thankfully its high speed allows it to get out of the way before its hit. [/hider][hider=Ho-Kai AA Half-track] [img]http://www.militarymodelling.com/sites/1/images/member_albums/1461/DragNews1Aug08_002.jpg[/img] A half-track designed for the sole purpose of taking down aircraft after a humiliating defeat by Yllendthyr's Air Force. It uses high explosive sakurite rounds fired at high speed and in great numbers from autocannons. It is also effective against infantry and can really distract and confuse armor and emplacements, despite having very little killing power against them. [/hider][hider=Chi-Sho Light Tank] [img]https://dummidumbwit.files.wordpress.com/2019/03/m24_chaffee_light_laurier.jpg[/img] A speedy light tank meant for flanking, recon and harassing, the Chi-Sho is armed with a 37mm main gun and two Type 30 HMGs. It has thicker armor than the Ho-Ri, allowing it to go in armored combat but that doesn't mean it will take out super heavy doom tanks and the such. [/hider][hider=Chi-Nui Medium Assault Tank] [img]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/2e/Assault-tank-T-14.jpg[/img] The main tank of the IYA, the Chi-Nui is a reliable tank with a 53mm main gun, good against a wide variety of targets and a coaxial HMG mounted on the turret. Very well balanced, it known as the "Faithful" due to how little it has breakdowns and its durability, being able to function even if a shell is lodged in its track. This durability and reliability also translates to the fact is more expensive than other tanks of its class. [/hider][hider=Chi-Ni Heavy Tank] [img]http://www.creativecrash.com/system/photos/000/259/295/259295/big/MKIII_01.jpg?1352558040][/img] The heaviest tank in the IYA's arsenal, it boasts a 85mm main with a surprising amount of speed for something its size. Its armor can easily reflect the shells of smaller guns with legends telling of a Chi-Ni able to withstand a direct hit from both a 500lb bomb and an artillery shell. Alas, most Chi-Nis are not as strong as the fabled "Black Tortoise Tank" but are still tough and a worthy advisory. [/hider][hider=Chi-no-Sugoi Heavy SPG] [img]https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDIatGHWMAAqmdp.jpg[/img] A devastating SPG showing off a massive 155mm main gun on a ball-like mount allowing for good aiming and near impenetrable front and top armor. Its main cannon is even able to deal damage to ships should they find their way into the firing range. However, it is also slow, and its side and back armor are closer to that you'd find on a light tank. Like all mighty beasts, it has its weakness; one simply has to figure out how to effectively exploit it. [/hider] [b]Artillery & Support Weapons[/b] [hider=Type 44 70mm AA Gun] [img]https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/df/I%E9%87%8E%E6%88%A6%E9%87%8D%E7%A0%B2%E9%9A%8A%E7%AC%AC7%E9%80%A3%E9%9A%8A%E2%91%A0.jpg[/img] A high powered AA gun, it not only can shoot down aircraft and airships with a rate of 15 rpm with an experienced crew, it can also fit slightly larger rounds and shoot at ships as costal artillery. Recently there has also been success in using it as base defense against armor but less success in trying to have it fire from a moving vehicle.[/hider][hider=Type 34 20mm AA Gun] [img]https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/35/Japanese_Type_98_20_mm_Anti-aircraft_gun_(1).gif[/img] A rapid fire, easily movable AA gun, it can be deployed in large numbers as only two men are need to man it. Not only makes for a good rapid fire AA gun, it is also utilized as an anti-infantry base defense weapon.[/hider][hider=Type 7 90mm Mortar][img]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d6/Japanese_Type_97_90mm_mortar.jpg[/img] A proper infantry mortar crewed by two to provide fire support. Able to fire a wide variety of shells for a variety of roles. Also fires the experimental Type F2 Flechette Shell, a shell that breaks in midair to mow down troops with its many steel darts.[/hider][hider=Type 41 75mm Infantry Gun] [img]https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/42/75mm_type_41_mountain_gun_3.jpg[/img] A widely used gun famous for its long range to the point its mounted on some smaller ships. Very versatile, able to destroy many things with its gun, although heavy armor is its weakness. It can also be taken apart for easy travel. [/hider] [b]Aircraft[/b] [hider=Ki-43 Kankori Fighter] [IMG]http://i62.tinypic.com/2vwv52s.jpg[/IMG] Name: Hayabusa Ki-43 Kankori Fighter Type: Fighter Crew: 1 (Pilot) Length: 9.2 m Wingspan: 12.5 m Empty Weight: 1,450 kg Fuel Capacity: 570 L of Diesel in an internal tank Max Takeoff Weight: 1970 kg Powerplant: Blue Steel Saiitake twin-row sixteen-cylinder air-cooled radical engine (1560 Hp) Combat Speed: 643 km/h (400 mph) Max Operational Range: 3290 km Primary Armament: 4 x Type 108 Aircraft Machine Gun in the Wings (8x51mm, 650 rounds, 950 rpm) Secondary Armament: 2 x Type 97 Mk. 3 Aircraft Cannon in the Engine Cowling (20x77mm, 180 rounds, 620 rpm) Hardpoint Options: - 2 x 70 kg (154 lb) bombs with one on each wing - 1 x 818 kg (1803 lb) Type 42 Ariel Torpedo under the fuselage - 2 x 330 L drop tanks, one on each wing - 8 x 98mm General-Purpose Ground Strike Rockets, placed 4 on each wings (each rocket has a 34 kg Sakurite Charge) Main line air-superiority fighter, the Ki-43 Kankori is a beloved plane with many uses. Like many Yamatai air planes, the Kankori is both a land based and sea based plane meaning and has high speed and maneuverability. However, it should be noted that they have weaker armor due to the fact much of it was stripped down to make the plane lighter, inadvertently making them vulnerable if not working in pairs or teams or if the pilot is unskilled. [/hider][hider=Ki-51 Nagashi Intercepter] [IMG]http://i60.tinypic.com/255hlsg.jpg[/IMG] Name: Ki-51 Nagashi Intercepter Type: Intercepter/Dive Bomber Crew: 1 (Pilot) Length: 12.1 m Wingspan: 14.8 m Empty Weight: 2,905 kg Fuel Capacity: 680 L of Diesel in an internal tank Max Takeoff Weight: 3180 kg Powerplant: - Blue Steel Saiitake twin-row eighteen-cylinder air-cooled radical engine (1860 Hp) - Blue Steel Horito twin-row ten-cylinder air-cooled radical engine (1070 Hp) Combat Speed: 691 km/h (429 mph) Max Operational Range: 1342 km Primary Armament: 4 x Type 108 Aircraft Machine Gun in the Wings (8x51mm, 650 rounds, 950 rpm) Secondary Armament: 2 x Type 97 Mk. 3 Aircraft Cannon in the Engine Cowling (20x77mm, 180 rounds, 620 rpm) Hardpoint Options: - 2 x 70 kg (154 lb) bombs with one on each wing - 1 x 818 kg (1803 lb) Type 42 Ariel Torpedo under the fuselage - 2 x 330 L drop tanks, one on each wing - 8 x 98mm General-Purpose Ground Strike Rockets, placed 4 on each wings (each rocket has a 34 kg Sakurite Charge) Larger than the Kankori, it has larger engine and more armor, allowing it to go into combat while being faster even faster than the Kankori. Armed with four machine guns, it is also capable of carrying single torpedos or bomb thanks to the carrier rack under it. However, it still has less armor than similar aircraft in its size. [/hider][hider=A4M Bomber] [IMG]http://i58.tinypic.com/28l747t.jpg[/IMG] Name: Nagimaki A4M-3 Long Range Bomber Type: Long Range Bomber/Cargo Plane Crew: 11 (Pilot, co-pilot, Radio Operator, Bombardier, Commander, 6 Gunners) Length: 23.1 m Wingspan: 31.8 m Empty Weight: 16,900 kg Fuel Capacity: 820 L of Diesel Max Takeoff Weight: 32,750 kg Powerplant: Ariado Kanmasu Mk.2 twin-row 18-cylinder air-cooled radical engine (Each engine producing 2000 Hp each) Combat Speed: 576 km/h (358 mph) Max Operational Range: 7,237 m Armament: - 1 x Dual Type 108 Aircraft Machine Gun in the Nose Turret (8x51mm, 650 rounds, 950 rpm) - 1 x Type 108 Aircraft Machine Gun in the Ventral Hatch (8x51mm, 650 rounds, 950 rpm) - 2 x Type 4 Heavy Aircraft Machine Gun in each of the Fuselage Sides (13.2x60mm, 1200 rounds, 900 rpm) - Up to 4,000 kg of Bombs, Depth Charges or Torpedoes on Torpedo Racks [/hider]