Weapons Survey (CLOSED)

[Neptunvia]

The Office of Finance thanks your for your response to our questions and hopes to, if chance permits, do business in the future. However, we do have some question about your firearms, as there are some inconsistencies and issues that we have noticed that raise more questions than they answer. If both the AK-74 and M-4 are used in an automatic rifle role, what provisions are taken for them to be most effective in their assignment? Also, another question we have is the reasoning for having an UZI chambered in .45 ACP and a M1911 chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. We've independently observed variants of both platforms to be in use and production today, but their speed is much less than cheaper and what some would say are more effective alternatives. Is there a reason for their adoption? Thank you.

So, About the first issue, with the AK and the M-4 problem, The Mercenary's usually Buy the guns themselves. however, it is not uncommon for the company to hand out fire arms to the mercenaries if the company thinks that the mercenary will be effective with a deferent gun. then the Company sends the Mercenary into an assigned class where they will be thought the proper way of cleaning and maintain there new fire arm. So, M-4 mercenary's are trained to use M-4's, while the AK mercenary's are trained to use AK's and so on and so forth.

As for the second issue, We got those in action at Israel. Our men where hired to secure the boarder between Israel and Palestine. We did get into several conflicts with the Palestinian's and there mercenaries that they hired. However, eventually, the fighting got so bad, we had to get the NFM Cotton (Check my Factbook to the Airships Conquering the Sky's Article for more detail). After that, The Cotton flew over head, Knocked out the Majority of The Palestinians assists. and they never attacked again. But the President of Israel was so thrilled at there would be no more attacks. they said They owed us a massive favor. Now at this point, we have been trying to get the pantone a Sub-machine gun for a while now. Why? Well, Neptunvia was trying to get A little bit self relent, and maybe start making there own weapons. So, We'll, we couldn't get the the Panton for the MP5. So, We took the Israel's up on there offer, and asked for the Panton for Uzi.

They said That we could only have the .45 ACP one. We don't know why, but a SMG was an SMG Gosh darn it and we weren't complaining, so we took it. As for the Colt 1911, We'll... Frankly, nobody really knows why we have a Paton for it. But there is a popular folk tale, about how the CEO Went to a US bar one Night with a bunch of his Friends who where at this point high government official's. After that, the CEO wok up on his desk, with the Colt 1911 Paton in his hands, and the rest is history.

[Sorci]

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Ah, spontaneous acquirement on the battlefield. We at Sorci understand that quite well, it is one of our main ways of finding new equipment for sale. If you do need something to requisition, we have a number of options in stock, however here wouldn't be the best place to discuss such matters if you did. As a reminder to all, Sorci will not conduct business in public forums for all those involved's safety. Use diplomatic channels for that, we don't want INTERPOL on our back.

Fucking hell, in the best way possible, I wasn't expecting that! You could easily write a dispatch or a forum post about it, I sure would read it. Like time after time, you are looking to replace a thing, or something needs purchased for a large job, and it just falls into your lap, but not always as you want it. Like the aforementioned wrong caliber, or you got .366 AKs when you really needed 7.62s. Honestly though, the idea of a mercenary leader who's gets messed up in the weirdest ways is something I definitely would read, and you've got a good idea there.

[The Adeptorum]

Full Name of Nation: The Holy Empire of The Adeptorum

The Office of Finance thanks the Holy Empire of the Adeptorum for their gracious response to our askings. Our main comment is on the proliferation of the .338 Norma Magnum cartridge on a strategic level, as while it is most definitely a powerful cartridge and could be used in such roles (LMG and GPMG specifically), the current offers on our market would relegate it to a mostly fixed position due to the firearm's weight, or result in less mobile infantry as a whole. Does the MG-338 serve in such a role, such as like your previously mentioned autocannons? Once again, we at Sorci mean no disrespect to the Empire, and all our questions are for educational purposes.

This Administratum is grateful for the quickly reply and wants to clarify some things:

1. Our soldiers, just as our autocannons, are built around their weapon kits. The Empire's Medicae will deploy new genetic and technological enhancements to our soldiers together with their new weapons in order to guarantee maximum effectiveness. The effective carrying capacity of currently deployed troops is ~250KG when their power armour is accounted for and ~150KG otherwise. Mobility shouldn't be a problem.

2. The MG-338 serves both as a light infantry, hand carried machine gun and a stationary weapon.

3. This empire does not wage wars and do not take sides in conflicts between sovereign Nations except for the purpose of liberating invaded nations or to stop serious sentient rights violations. As our troops are focused on peace missions 99% of the time our strategy is mostly built from a defensive standpoint.

4. Our desire is to make any incursions inside territories under Adepti control extremely costly, deliver protection from threats on surface, land and air, and deliver ridiculous amounts of raw firepower over extended periods of time.

Thank you for your time.

[Sorci]

This Administratum is grateful for the quickly reply and wants to clarify some things:

1. Our soldiers, just as our autocannons, are built around their weapon kits. The Empire's Medicae will deploy new genetic and technological enhancements to our soldiers together with their new weapons in order to guarantee maximum effectiveness. The effective carrying capacity of currently deployed troops is ~250KG when their power armour is accounted for and ~150KG otherwise. Mobility shouldn't be a problem.

2. The MG-338 serves both as a light infantry, hand carried machine gun and a stationary weapon.

3. This empire does not wage wars and do not take sides in conflicts between sovereign Nations except for the purpose of liberating invaded nations or to stop serious sentient rights violations. As our troops are focused on peace missions 99% of the time our strategy is mostly built from a defensive standpoint.

4. Our desire is to make any incursions inside territories under Adepti control extremely costly, deliver protection from threats on surface, land and air, and deliver ridiculous amounts of raw firepower over extended periods of time.

Thank you for your time.

Clarification received. With the addition of power armor or genetic modification, both technology that we at Sorci haven't even begun to start making advances in as of yet, major deviations can be made from the normal human archetype that we in our current state can't even begin to comprehend. As such, such a strategy and choice of armament is understandable given the circumstances. We here at the Office of Finance thank you for your timely response and do wish you luck on future endeavors. Our lines of communication are always open if any problems come up.

[GreatOceania]

Full Name of Nation: GreatOceania
Type of Government: Socialist Totalitarian
Main Service Weapon (Caliber of Main Service Weapon): AK-HK 74 and AK-74M (5.45x39mm) although in some cases troops may be issued rifles such as type 56 and 63 (both chambers in 7.62x39mm)
Automatic Rifle (Caliber):
AK-HK 74 and AK-74M (5.45x39mm)
Type 56 and Type 63 (7.62x39mm)
Marksman Rifle (Caliber):
Mosin-Nagant (7.62x54mmR)
Privet Rifle infantry variant (7.62x54mmR)

Sniper Rifle (Caliber):
Privet Rifle Sniper variant (7.62x54mmR)
M76 (7.92x57mm Mauser)

Light Machine Gun (Caliber):
RPD (7.62x39mm)
RPK (7.62x39mm)
RPK-74 (5.45x39mm)

General Purpose Machine Gun (Caliber):
M84 (7.62x54mmR)
M53 (7.92x57mm Mauser)

Heavy Machine Gun (Caliber):
M2 Browning (12.7x99mm)
DSHK (12.7x108mm)
NSV (12.7x108mm)
BRG-15 (15.5x106mm)

Submachine Gun (Caliber):
MP-717 (7.62x25 tokarev or 7.63x25mm Mauser)
M-49 (7.62x25 tokarev)
M56-converted MP-40s (7.62x25)
MP-41(r)-converted MP-717s (9x19mm)
Mp-40 (9x19mm)
KP-31 (9x19mm)

Handgun(s) (Caliber):
M57 (7.62x25mm Tokarev)
Nosalis revolver ( .44 magnum or .38 special)
lolife (.44 magnum or 7.62x25mm)

Special Purpose Weapon System (Caliber):
AP-Clapper (12.7x108mm)

Other Information:
all manufacturing of firearms are produced underground in OSDRT stations one can tell if their weapon is an Oceanian made is by the high quality and special markings that OSDRT factories produce

what is unique with the AK-HK 74, Privet rifles, Nosalis revolver, Lolife, and the AP-clapper is they were made to allow the use of cannibalized parts that were taken from captured weapons of course some modification to the parts might be required and the effectiveness of using these parts varies to quality of the parts and the gun they were taken from and the knowledge of the soldier perform maintenance. However, if done well it could either increase the effectiveness of the weapons such as increasing fire rate, caliber conversion, etc. however those who weren't trained in using the weapon and learning how to scavenge parts will find it very complex especially when disassembling the AK-HK 74

[The Unified Nations of Felucia]

Full Name of Nation: The Democratic Republic of Taiwan (colloquially known as the Formosan Republic)
Type of Government: Unitary Presidential Constitutional Democratic Republic
Main Service Weapon (Caliber of Main Service Weapon): FAC-16 Assault Rifle (5.56×45mm NATO) - a license-produced M16; Dragon Assault Rifle (5.56×45mm NATO) - based on the H&K XM8.
Automatic Rifle (Caliber): None adopted as of 2023.
Marksman Rifle (Caliber): LWRC R.E.P.R. MkII (.308 Winchester) - imported from the United States.
Sniper Rifle (Caliber): Type 93 Sniper Rifle (7.62×51mm NATO) - modeled after the M24 Sniper Rifle; CI 2010 Sniper Rifle (7.62×51mm NATO) - modeled after the Walther WA 2000.
Light Machine Gun (Caliber): Type 75 Light Machine Gun (5.56×45mm NATO) - modeled after the FN Minimi.
General Purpose Machine Gun (Caliber): Type 74 General Purpose Machine Gun (7.62×51mm NATO) - modeled after the FN MAG; M60 Machine Gun (7.62×51mm NATO) - imported from the United States.
Heavy Machine Gun (Caliber): M2 Browning Machine Gun (.50 BMG) - imported from the United States.
Submachine Gun (Caliber): DW-P5 Submachine Gun (9×19mm Parabellum) - modeled after the MP5; RCP-90 (5.7×28mm) - a license-produced P90; CMP-150 (9×19mm Parabellum) - modeled after the TMP.
Handgun(s) (Caliber): M2021 "Falcon 2" (.45 ACP) - modeled after the M1911; DY357 Magnum Revolver (.357 Magnum) - modeled after the Colt Python; Type 75 Pistol (9×19mm Parabellum) - modeled after the M92.
Special Purpose Weapon System (Caliber): None that have been adopted or seen widespread use as of 2023.

Other Information: Most weapons utilized within the Formosan Armed Forces are either produced by various corporations located within the Republic - notably the dataDyne Corporation and Chesluk Industries - or by the Armaments Bureau of the Ministry of National Defense. Additionally, some weapons are used within the military but are limited in quantity and therefore used sparingly. These include the MagSec 4 (a selective-fire pistol that is based on the design of the Beretta 93R - firing 10mm Auto rounds), the Chesluk 9mm-Series Submachine Gun (a unique multi-barreled SMG designed to provide suppressive fire - firing caseless 9×19mm Parabellum rounds), and the RCP-120 (a rather large bullpup SMG that was inspired by the P90 and FAMAS - firing 5.7×28mm rounds and carrying up to 120 rounds in each magazine).

[Sorci]

As of this dispatch, we at Sorci have received 19 of our self set minimum of 20 responses, and as such, are only one nation's response away from starting our report with the information we've gained from the surveys we have sent out. Further details will be worked out at a later date, but as of right now, this version of the survey will be extended for one more week, or until the 6th of February 2022. If you come across this message after this time period, don't fret, as we at Sorci will either have put out our report for your to read and/or another survey for your nation.

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Now, onto business. As with all other responses and dispatches, and and all information that has been mentioned here can and most likely will be accessed by any nation with an inclination for these matters, so we at Sori hold no claim of secrecy over any of the contents within. You can reach a Sorci representative through a response to this dispatch or through your local Sorcian representative's private channel.

Full Name of Nation: GreatOceania

We at the Sorci Corporation thank the nation of Oceania for their response, and we hope that your leader's reign last a good many years. Our main question comes with the use of parts from other weapons in the creation or customization of the designs you listed at the end of your response. Is each design approved by some sort of regulatory board, or is each a field modification of existing formats that Oceania happens to have a large supply of? Does the benefit of designing those firearm with intercompatibility within different weapon systems outweigh the burden on the individual solider or armourer's job in replacing them? We here at the Office of Development eagerly await a response.

Full Name of Nation: The Democratic Republic of Taiwan

The Office of Finance thanks the Formosan Republic for their gracious and detailed response to our survey. As a result, the only questions we have are on the design of the RCP-120 and Chesluk Series SMG. Would it be correct to assume that the magazines of the RCP-120 would be somewhat related to P90 magazines, just expanded in the vertical dimension? Also, how many barrels does the Chesluk 9mm series have, or is that variable? Is there a possibility that we could receive more information in that regard? Thank you.

[The Unified Nations of Felucia]

As of this dispatch, we at Sorci have received 19 of our self set minimum of 20 responses, and as such, are only one nation's response away from starting our report with the information we've gained from the surveys we have sent out. Further details will be worked out at a later date, but as of right now, this version of the survey will be extended for one more week, or until the 6th of February 2022. If you come across this message after this time period, don't fret, as we at Sorci will either have put out our report for your to read and/or another survey for your nation.

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Now, onto business. As with all other responses and dispatches, and and all information that has been mentioned here can and most likely will be accessed by any nation with an inclination for these matters, so we at Sori hold no claim of secrecy over any of the contents within. You can reach a Sorci representative through a response to this dispatch or through your local Sorcian representative's private channel.

Full Name of Nation: GreatOceania

We at the Sorci Corporation thank the nation of Oceania for their response, and we hope that your leader's reign last a good many years. Our main question comes with the use of parts from other weapons in the creation or customization of the designs you listed at the end of your response. Is each design approved by some sort of regulatory board, or is each a field modification of existing formats that Oceania happens to have a large supply of? Does the benefit of designing those firearm with intercompatibility within different weapon systems outweigh the burden on the individual solider or armourer's job in replacing them? We here at the Office of Development eagerly await a response.

Full Name of Nation: The Democratic Republic of Taiwan

The Office of Finance thanks the Formosan Republic for their gracious and detailed response to our survey. As a result, the only questions we have are on the design of the RCP-120 and Chesluk Series SMG. Would it be correct to assume that the magazines of the RCP-120 would be somewhat related to P90 magazines, just expanded in the vertical dimension? Also, how many barrels does the Chesluk 9mm series have, or is that variable? Is there a possibility that we could receive more information in that regard? Thank you.

Depending on the variant, the RCP-120 can either utilize a casket-style magazine (which is both wider and longer than the average box magazine) near the stock or a P90-style horizontal magazine that is larger vertically. Those that utilize the casket-style magazine have a FAMAS-inspired charging handle in place of where the magazine would typically be on the P90. Regardless of the variant, the RCP-120 is large enough to be mistaken for an Assault Rifle. As for the Chesluk 9mm-Series SMG, the weapon generally has a total of eight (8) machine pistol barrels that are arranged in a circular housing and are rotated by an internal power source concealed within the frame - essentially operating like the much larger M134 Minigun. This helps prevent overheating while also allowing for a high firing rate, though it also results in issues with accuracy (which is generally not an issue when considering its intended role of providing suppressive fire). It is important to note, however, that the weapon lacks a formal stock and instead relies on a stabilizing brace that extends from both sides of the frame. The brace is fitted with an adjustable strap that can be tightened around the wielder's forearm to somewhat increase accuracy and reduce recoil if used with only one hand.

An additional (perhaps unnecessary, yet interesting) note about the Chesluk 9mm-Series SMG: Unlike most weapons, this particular weapon has an internal magazine which strips its ammunition from clips (which are inserted horizontally).

[GreatOceania]

Full Name of Nation: GreatOceania

We at the Sorci Corporation thank the nation of Oceania for their response, and we hope that your leader's reign last a good many years. Our main question comes with the use of parts from other weapons in the creation or customization of the designs you listed at the end of your response. Is each design approved by some sort of regulatory board, or is each a field modification of existing formats that Oceania happens to have a large supply of? Does the benefit of designing those firearm with intercompatibility within different weapon systems outweigh the burden on the individual solider or armourer's job in replacing them? We here at the Office of Development eagerly await a response.

To answer your questions there is only a few approved design that are used in squad roles or for other purposes these being a RPK, Marksman, and carbine variants They could easily be made by gutting and cannibalized the barrels and parts of SVDs, RPKs, and the AKS-74U. There is no field format modifications all troops can easily modified their weapons to their needs such as re-chambering a lolife pistol to the .30 caliber round and making it useable for short-medium range engagements. The original purpose the OSDRT set out was soldiers be able to perform repairs where there was a lack of spare parts for the weapon or there shortages of parts or to meet certain specifications to compete against the enemy such as faster fire rate, abundant of captured ammo, and etc.

now while there is intercompatibility with any parts used there are a few flaws 1. Quality of parts will determine the effectiveness of the weapon 2. Soldier’s knowledge is required to properly perform modifications to their rifle for it to work 3. Some parts might need slight modifications such as filing down some parts to cutting down recoil springs.

Now does it outweigh the burden on the soldier or the armour? It is a mix of both for a example a soldier could be convert his AK-HK to other calibers as long the intended cartridge is an intermediate round and it’s his job to make sure the parts are in good condition if these parts aren’t in good condition it can cause problems such as jamming, failure to chamber or cycle, in order to be chamber in rounds like 7.62x54mmR or 76.2x51mm these require an armour as they have the tools and equipment to convert these weapons and it’s also their job to make sure the cannibalized parts don’t cause issues with the weapons when they are bong inspected.

Also a note to point out the CSDMT troops don’t need to cannibalized parts due being stationed near the places that produces the parts and are also the first people to get parts due the environment in the metro tunnels that can effect the gun performance.

[Sorci]

At Sorci, we are constantly looking for new ideas and improvement on current designs, which is why we are glad to hear the recent replies from the nation of Great Oceania and the Democratic Republic of Taiwan. Both of your nations's designs showed immense promise and engineering creativity, such that we have no further questions on our end for both. However, Sorcian Representatives are always ready and willing to reply via diplomatic channels, and we intend to make further use of such in the future. More specifically, the Office of Finance looks forward to further interactions with both nations, and we wish the best for your nations.

[Hwiteard]

Full Name of Nation: Corporate State of Hwiteard
Type of Government: Constitutional oligarchy
Main Service Weapon: M5A1 Carbine (6×38mm)
Automatic Rifle: M27A1 (6×38mm)
Marksman Rifle: M27A1 (6×38mm)
Sniper Rifle: M22 (.338 Norma Magnum)
Light Machine Gun: M207A1 (6×38mm)
General Purpose Machine Gun: M28 (.338 Norma Magnum)
Heavy Machine Gun: M806A1 (.450 HMG)
Submachine Gun: M991 (6.5×25mm CBJ)
Handgun(s): M17A1/M18A1 (6.5×25mm CBJ)
Special Purpose Weapon System: M32A1 multi-shot grenade launcher (40×51mm MV), M47 automatic grenade launcher (40×53mm HV), M590A1 shotgun (12-gauge)

[Sorci]

Full Name of Nation: Corporate State of Hwiteard

We at the Office of Finance are always glad to see the presence of a fellow corporate state on our list, and as such wish your shareholders well. As such, we do have a question for whoever is answering this dispatch. For the M27A1, what reasoning is there to have it be both an automatic rifle and marksman rifle? It would seem to us that these two roles are mutually exclusive, however we would be glad to be corrected. As always, Sorcian representatives are ready and willing to answer any questions or concerns you may have, so please feel free to reach out to us through any of our prefered channels.

[Republica Federal de Catalunya]

My nation Full name: República Federal de Catalunya (in all oficial mamés)
Government type: Is a Semipresidentialist Republic.

Those are the equipment used by the regular army infantry: Main issue HK416 5,56 NATO license made by FNC; Bayonet M76 (seldom used) We use the Grenade Launcher HK AG36/M320 under some rifles it replaced the M203, the AG36 can be used as stand alone. The reserves are still issued with the HK G36 and FNC 79. Both 5.56 NATO.
Shotguns: Mostly Italian Benelli M4
Designated Marksman: HK417 7,62mm NATO
Personal Weapon: FNC Ripoll P126 9mm Para.
Various sniper Rifles are used as the British Articwarfare rifle and local Gamo Isard FP129 8.6mm lapua and in 7.62 NATO the heavier 12.7mm NATO sniper rifle are used to as the Barret.
SAW: FN Ripoll C9 5,56mm.
Various kinds grenades: as the M88 frag, M77 smoke, M78 HE, etc.
RPG single use: FNC C90 84mm or FNC C100 90mm.
Over squad level We use the FN MAG (or M240) 7,62 NATO and the Browning M2HB.
Antitank Missile the Israeli Spike license built and the Matador. Replaced the MILAN.
Recoiless gun We use the Swedish Carl Gustav 84mm.
As light antiaircraft missile the French Mistral also the swedish RBS 70 we are currently developing a SHORAD version of the IRIS-T.
Mortar company level the FNC Manresa 6099 60mm
At battalion level the british L16 81mm
And higher level The FNC Manresa M6 120mm.

[The Grand World Order]

Full Name of Nation: The Fascist Federation of the Grand World Order
Type of Government: Fascist Dictatorship
Main Service Weapon (Caliber of Main Service Weapon): MI-8A2 Modular Weapon System (6.5x39mm Grendel in Assault Rifle Configuration, 7.92x57mm Mauser in Battle Rifle Configuration; seen here in (top to bottom) Battle Rifle, Designated Marksman, and Assault Rifle configurations)
Automatic Rifle (Caliber): MI-8A2 Automatic Rifle Configuration (7.92x57mm Mauser) (similar to Battle Rifle configuration but with heavy barrel and drum magazine)
Marksman Rifle (Caliber): MI-8A2 DMR Configuration (7.92x57mm Mauser) (refer to linked image)
Sniper Rifle (Caliber): L115A1 Magnum (.338 Lapua Magnum)
Light Machine Gun (Caliber): MI-8A2 Squad Automatic Configuration (6.5x39mm Grendel) (similar to Assault Rifle configuration but with heavy barrel and drum magazine)
General Purpose Machine Gun (Caliber): M-MG42 (7.92x57mm Mauser)
Heavy Machine Gun (Caliber): Browning M2HB (12.7x99mm BMG)
Submachine Gun (Caliber): P90 (5.7x28mm), MP7 (4.6x30mm)
Handgun(s) (Caliber): MI-P57 (5.7x28mm), MI-R357 (9x33mmR)
Special Purpose Weapon System (Caliber): EASR-L150 Anti-Material Rifle (12.7x99mm BMG),
Other Information: The MI-8A2 Modular Weapon System is a weapons system that enables relatively large amounts of parts commonality and relatively simple in-field transitions between different configurations, provided that the parts are present for them. GWO SOF units have been known to use "exotic" configurations of specially-made non-GWO-standard calibers, often to make use of ammunition that is more common in their area of operations.

(pardon mislabel on the models, they're for the non-NS version of GWO.)

Also, renders of the MI-R357.

[Sorci]

Also, renders of the MI-R357.

OOC: They looked quite detailed, love it! Expect a telegram in just a bit.

[Sorci]

Full Name of Nation: Republica Federal de Catalunya

We at Sorci thank the Federal Republic of Catalunya for their gracious response, and wish their people well. At this moment, we have no questions on what you have provided us, but that is of no object, as not every response requires one. If you wish to reach out to Sorci for any reason, we can be reached through public forums or through official diplomatic channels, whichever you prefer.

Fucking hell, over twenty responses??? You guys spoil me. There's three days remaining until I close this survey, and I expect it to bee around a week or so until I can get my report out. Once again, thank you for your responses and discussion, this is exactly what I was looking for when I started this.

[Vallermoore]

Full Name of Nation:The Royal Queendom of Vallermoore
Type of Government: For now at least, a constitutional monarchy and democracy
Main Service Weapon (Caliber of Main Service Weapon): AK47
Automatic Rifle (Caliber): AK47
Marksman Rifle (Caliber): Webly-Quentin
Sniper Rifle (Caliber): SilentScope
Light Machine Gun (Caliber): None
General Purpose Machine Gun (Caliber): Tommy Gun
Heavy Machine Gun (Caliber): Vickers
Submachine Gun (Caliber):Sten
Handgun(s) (Caliber): Colt 45, also Revolvers
Special Purpose Weapon System (Caliber): Classified
Other Information: Our citizens can buy AK 47s, revolvers and Colt 45s if they want, and our police have a number of SilentScopes for their equivalent of a SWAT team.

[Sorci]

Full Name of Nation:The Royal Queendom of Vallermoore

We at Sorci thank the Royal Queendom of Vallermore for their response to our survey, and as such wish her people well. The first question that sticks out is the Webly-Quentin rifle. As far as we can determine, Webly is a firearms manufacturer based in the UK, but no company by the name of Quentin exists. In addition, Webly never designed or sold any rifles, nor any with the name of Quentin that we can find. Can you point us in the right direction as where to look for this design? Thank you. As always, we here at Sorci are open to responses of all types, and are contactable through public and private channels whenever your nation or anyone else desires.

[Hwiteard]

For the M27A1, what reasoning is there to have it be both an automatic rifle and marksman rifle? It would seem to us that these two roles are mutually exclusive, however we would be glad to be corrected.

The standard-issue 103-grain ball round out of the M27A1's free-floating 16.5-inch barrel consistently hits a man-sized target within 2 to 3½ minutes of arc (MOA) at 100 yards, depending on rate of fire. Single shots with 115-grain match-grade rounds at the same range average at .80 to 1 MOA. This way, the M27A1 can fulfill either role with the appropriate bullet type. It also gives designated marksmen full-auto capability if need be.

[Vallermoore]

Webley-Quentin is a fully Vallermoorian firearms company, so even if things went wrong with international and interplantary companies we would still have the ability to arm ourselves.

[Krasny-Volny]

Full Name of Nation:

Most Sovereign Grand Duchy of Krasny-Volny

Type of Government:

Constitutional monarchy

Main Service Weapon (Caliber of Main Service Weapon):

AKM and AKMS (7.62x39mm)

Automatic Rifle (Caliber):

AKM and AKMS (7.62x39mm)

Marksman Rifle (Caliber):

Dragunov SVD-63 (7.62x54mmR)

Sniper Rifle (Caliber):

Dragunov SVD-63 (7.62x54mmR); there is no current dedicated sniper rifle; however, the Dragunov is used in this capacity as needed.

Light Machine Gun (Caliber):

RPK (7.62x39mm)

General Purpose Machine Gun (Caliber):

PKM (7.62x54mmR)

Heavy Machine Gun (Caliber):

DshK (12.7x108mm)

Submachine Gun (Caliber):

PPSh-41 (7.62x25mm)

Handgun(s) (Caliber):

Tokarev TT-33 (7.62x25mm)

Special Purpose Weapon System (Caliber):

VSS Vintorez (9x39mm); this is not a widely issued weapon but is available to airborne troops and special forces.

Other Information:

The Armed Forces of Krasny-Volny (AFKV) have attempted to standardize on three basic cartridges for small arms: 7.62x39mm, 7.62x25mm, and 7.62x54mmR. Adoption of new weapons systems - other than those chambered for these cartridges - is not seen as cost efficient or logistically desirable, as the country still possesses vast stockpiles of those three ammunition types, which were delivered through foreign military aid in the 1970s and 1980s.

[Sorci]

The standard-issue 103-grain ball round out of the M27A1's free-floating 16.5-inch barrel consistently hits a man-sized target within 2 to 3½ minutes of arc (MOA) at 100 yards, depending on rate of fire. Single shots with 115-grain match-grade rounds at the same range average at .80 to 1 MOA. This way, the M27A1 can fulfill either role with the appropriate bullet type. It also gives designated marksmen full-auto capability if need be.

So it's the same weapon, but with different rounds and tolerances for different roles. Makes sense. Thank you!

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Webley-Quentin is a fully Vallermoorian firearms company, so even if things went wrong with international and interplantary companies we would still have the ability to arm ourselves.

Which certainly explains why we here at Sorci don't know about it. Makes sense, and we'll be sure to put ourselves into contact with them if need be. Thank you for replying!

[Sorci]

Full Name of Nation: The Most Sovereign Grand Duchy of Krasny-Volny

We gladly thank the Most Sovereign Grand Duchy of Krasny-Volny for their response to our survey, and wish her people well. As of this moment, we have no questions on your nation, but we certainly are willing to answer any questions you might have on any topic. As always, Sorcian Representatives are open to contact through a number of channels, public or private, however do be warned that we will not respond to internationally regulated issues through public channels.

You mention that Krasny-Volny has large stocks of surplus rounds for their firearms somewhere in your nation. Could we take a few of them off of your hands with a little persuasion to grease the wheels?

[Krasny-Volny]

Full Name of Nation: The Most Sovereign Grand Duchy of Krasny-Volny

We gladly thank the Most Sovereign Grand Duchy of Krasny-Volny for their response to our survey, and wish her people well. As of this moment, we have no questions on your nation, but we certainly are willing to answer any questions you might have on any topic. As always, Sorcian Representatives are open to contact through a number of channels, public or private, however do be warned that we will not respond to internationally regulated issues through public channels.

You mention that Krasny-Volny has large stocks of surplus rounds for their firearms somewhere in your nation. Could we take a few of them off of your hands with a little persuasion to grease the wheels?

Krasny-Volny has millions of rounds of surplus ammunition, especially in 7.62x39mm. Most of it is 1970s vintage and has been in varying degrees of storage since then. The Ministry of Defense considers this ammunition obsolete and has been gradually buying up new stock. While the Ministry has no stated intention of selling or otherwise transferring this ammunition to other actors, there are individual members of the army general staff who could be contacted if there is any interest in this regard. The general staff is empowered to “destroy” obsolete and redundant ammunition as needed. “Destruction” of obsolete and redundant stocks would, of course, receive the official endorsement of the Ministry of Defense, as this would reduce the current storage and inventory costs.