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Analysis of Armored Vehicles Market by Research Nester Reveals the Market to Grow with a CAGR of ~6% During 2023-2033 and Attain ~USD 30 Billion by 2033

Research Nester’s recent market research analysis on “Armored Vehicles Market: Global Demand Analysis & Opportunity Outlook 2033” delivers a detailed competitor’s analysis and a detailed overview of the global armored vehicles market in terms of market segmentation by platform, movement, role, armor, end-user, and by region.

Rising Threat of Terrorism Worldwide to Drive Growth of Global Armored vehicles Market

The global armored vehicles market is estimated to grow majorly on account of the fact that terrorism endangers the security and sovereignty of all nations. With globalization and increasing wealth, it becomes imperative for nations to protect the well-being of its citizens.  The employment of armored vehicles is certain to expand as terrorist groups' daring grows. In 2019, it is estimated that approximately 20,000 people perished as a result of terrorist-related operations.

The market research report also includes other growth factors and challenges that are associated with the growth of the global armored vehicles market. Some of the major growth indicators are:

Growth Drivers:

Technological Advances and the Emergence of Unmanned Vehicles.

Rise in the Cases of Communal Riots and Organized Crime.

Challenges:

High acquisition and maintenance costs, as well as manufacturing and delivery delays, are expected to hinder the expansion of the worldwide armored vehicles market. Despite of the numerous restraint factors associated with the growth of the market, Research Nester’s analysis indicates a robust growth for the market during the forecast period

The market research report on global armored vehicles encompasses an in-depth analysis of the industry growth indicators, restraints, supply and demand risk, along with detailed discussion on current and future market trends. These analyses help organizations identify a continuous flow of growth opportunities to succeed in an unpredictable future. Additionally, the growth opportunities exposed by the market is poised to gain significant momentum in the next few years.

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By end-user, the global armored vehicles market is segmented into military and civilian. The military category is expected to have the greatest market share by 2033, owing to rising geopolitical challenges, terrorist attacks, and military spending. This can be linked to an increase in the global defense budget. In 2022, for example, global military spending will have surpassed $2,000 billion USD.

By region, the North America armored vehicles market is to generate the highest revenue by the end of 2033. This can be owed to the fact that the United States spends the most on defense and military spending in the world. Furthermore, the United States Department of Defense has announced a defense budget of USD 773 billion for 2023, including USD 12.6 billion dedicated to modernizing Army and Marine Corps fighting vehicles.

The research is global in nature and covers detailed analysis on the armored vehicles market in North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Belgium, Netherlands & Luxembourg, NORDIC [Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark], Poland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC [Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman], North Africa, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa). In addition, analysis comprising of global armored vehicles market size, Y-O-Y growth & opportunity analysis, market players’ competitive study, investment opportunities, demand for future outlook etc. has also been covered and displayed in the research report.

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This report also provides the existing competitive scenario of some of the key players of the global armored vehicles market which includes company profiling of Oshkosh Defense, LLC, BAE Systems plc, General Dynamics Corporation, Rheinmetall AG, Uralvagonzavod, Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH & Co. KG., Hyundai Rotem, Iveco Defence Vehicles, Nexter Systems, China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) and others. The profiling enfolds key information of the companies which encompasses business overview, products and services, key financials and recent news and developments. On the whole, the report depicts detailed overview of the global armored vehicles market that will help industry consultants, equipment manufacturers, existing players searching for expansion opportunities, new players searching possibilities and other stakeholders to align their market centric strategies according to the ongoing and expected trends in the future.     

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Armored Vehicles Market Geographical Scope, Growth Tactics, and Forecast by 2033

Research Nester assesses the growth of global armored vehicles market which is anticipated to be on account of the rising military spending, especially by the top 5 countries with the highest defense spending, namely the United States, China, India, Russia, and the United Kingdom.

New York – October 10, 2022 - Research Nester’s recent market research analysis on “Armored Vehicles Market: Global Demand Analysis & Opportunity Outlook 2033” delivers a detailed competitor’s analysis and a detailed overview of the global armored vehicles market in terms of market segmentation by platform, movement, role, armor, end-user, and by region.

Rising Threat of Terrorism Worldwide to Drive Growth of Global Armored vehicles Market

The global armored vehicles market is estimated to grow majorly on account of the fact that terrorism endangers the security and sovereignty of all nations. With globalization and increasing wealth, it becomes imperative for nations to protect the well-being of its citizens.  The employment of armored vehicles is certain to expand as terrorist groups' daring grows. In 2019, it is estimated that approximately 20,000 people perished as a result of terrorist-related operations.

The market research report also includes other growth factors and challenges that are associated with the growth of the global armored vehicles market. Some of the major growth indicators are:

Growth Drivers:

Technological Advances and the Emergence of Unmanned Vehicles.

Rise in the Cases of Communal Riots and Organized Crime.

Challenges:

High acquisition and maintenance costs, as well as manufacturing and delivery delays, are expected to hinder the expansion of the worldwide armored vehicles market. Despite of the numerous restraint factors associated with the growth of the market, Research Nester’s analysis indicates a robust growth for the market during the forecast period

The market research report on global armored vehicles encompasses an in-depth analysis of the industry growth indicators, restraints, supply and demand risk, along with detailed discussion on current and future market trends. These analyses help organizations identify a continuous flow of growth opportunities to succeed in an unpredictable future. Additionally, the growth opportunities exposed by the market is poised to gain significant momentum in the next few years.

By end-user, the global armored vehicles market is segmented into military and civilian. The military category is expected to have the greatest market share by 2033, owing to rising geopolitical challenges, terrorist attacks, and military spending. This can be linked to an increase in the global defense budget. In 2022, for example, global military spending will have surpassed $2,000 billion USD.

By region, the North America armored vehicles market is to generate the highest revenue by the end of 2033. This can be owed to the fact that the United States spends the most on defense and military spending in the world. Furthermore, the United States Department of Defense has announced a defense budget of USD 773 billion for 2023, including USD 12.6 billion dedicated to modernizing Army and Marine Corps fighting vehicles.

The research is global in nature and covers detailed analysis on the armored vehicles market in North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Belgium, Netherlands & Luxembourg, NORDIC [Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark], Poland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC [Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman], North Africa, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa). In addition, analysis comprising of global armored vehicles market size, Y-O-Y growth & opportunity analysis, market players’ competitive study, investment opportunities, demand for future outlook etc. has also been covered and displayed in the research report.

This report also provides the existing competitive scenario of some of the key players of the global armored vehicles market which includes company profiling of Oshkosh Defense, LLC, BAE Systems plc, General Dynamics Corporation, Rheinmetall AG, Uralvagonzavod, Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH & Co. KG., Hyundai Rotem, Iveco Defence Vehicles, Nexter Systems, China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) The profiling enfolds key information of the companies which encompasses business overview, products and services, key financials and recent news and developments. On the whole, the report depicts detailed overview of the global armored vehicles market that will help industry consultants, equipment manufacturers, existing players searching for expansion opportunities, new players searching possibilities and other stakeholders to align their market centric strategies according to the ongoing and expected trends in the future.     

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Why Armored Vehicles Can Save You on Roads and Battleground?

Why Armored Vehicles Can Save You on Roads and Battleground?

When you talk about vehicles, especially cars, they are not only on the roads but used in battlefields as well. The ones used in military is different than the normal ones The special vehicles are known as armored vehicles, having the glass, not easily penetrable by bullets. In this blog, you will know about the difference between the tempered a ballistic glass. Ballistic Glass Ballistic glass…

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The global armored vehicles upgrade and retrofit market size reached US$ 6.4 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 8.3 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9% during 2024-2032.

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South Korea Armored Vehicle Fire Suppression Systems Market Insights 2024-2032

The South Korean armored vehicle fire suppression systems market is set to experience significant growth from 2024 to 2032, driven by technological advancements, increasing defense investments, and a focus on enhancing military capabilities. South Korea is emerging as a key player in the global defense sector, and understanding the market insights can help stakeholders capitalize on opportunities.

Market Insights

Technological Innovations: South Korea is rapidly advancing in defense technology, including armored vehicle fire suppression systems. Innovations such as automated fire detection, high-efficiency suppression agents, and integrated systems are driving market growth. These advancements are crucial for improving the safety and operational effectiveness of armored vehicles.

Defense Spending and Modernization: South Korea's focus on modernizing its military and increasing defense spending supports the demand for advanced fire suppression systems. The government’s commitment to enhancing military capabilities through upgraded armored vehicles creates opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers.

Key Market Players: Major players in the South Korean market include Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), Hanwha Aerospace, and LIG Nex1. These companies are at the forefront of developing and supplying fire suppression systems, contributing to market growth. Understanding their strategies, product offerings, and market positions can provide valuable insights for stakeholders.

Regulatory Environment: South Korea’s defense sector adheres to stringent regulations, which impacts the development and deployment of fire suppression systems. Compliance with these regulations ensures product reliability and safety, offering a competitive edge in the market.

Market Forecast

The South Korean armored vehicle fire suppression systems market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 7-9% from 2024 to 2032. This growth is supported by advancements in technology, increased defense investments, and a focus on enhancing military capabilities.

Opportunities for Stakeholders:

Technological Leadership: Investing in advanced technologies and innovative solutions can attract high-value contracts and enhance market position.

Partnerships and Collaborations: Collaborating with South Korean defense contractors and military agencies can lead to valuable business opportunities and market expansion.

Export Potential: Leveraging South Korea’s growing defense sector to explore international markets can enhance revenue potential.

Challenges:

Competitive Landscape: The market is competitive, requiring continuous innovation and strategic differentiation to remain competitive.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to defense regulations and standards is essential for securing contracts and maintaining market credibility.

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Armored Vehicle Market to enjoy 'explosive growth' to 2030

Latest business intelligence report released on Global Armored Vehicle Market, covers different industry elements and growth inclinations that helps in predicting market forecast. The report allows complete assessment of current and future scenario scaling top to bottom investigation about the market size, % share of key and emerging segment, major development, and technological advancements. Also, the statistical survey elaborates detailed commentary on changing market dynamics that includes market growth drivers, roadblocks and challenges, future opportunities, and influencing trends to better understand Armored Vehicle market outlook. List of Key Players Profiled in the study includes market overview, business strategies, financials, Development activities, Market Share and SWOT analysis: Oshkosh Corporation (United States), UralVagonZavod (Russia), Ukroboronprom (Ukraine), General Dynamics Corporation (United States), BAE Systems plc (United Kingdom), NORINCO (China), Rheinmetall AG (Germany). Download Free Sample PDF Brochure (Including Full TOC, Table & Figures) @ https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/sample-report/1792-global-armored-vehicle-market-1 Brief Overview on Armored Vehicle: The armored vehicle is a vehicle that is guarded by means of armor plate. The major companies are adding more proven technologies systematically and strategically in the Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East owing to increasing political pressure, hostile activities, and terrorism in this region. Moreover, growing defense spending by governments globally is likely to support the growth of the armored vehicles market. For instance, BAE Systems received a contract worth USD 376.0 million from the US Government for the development, engineering, and manufacturing of mobile protected firepower vehicles for use across the spectrum of terrains and operations. Key Market Trends: Technological Developments and Improvements towards Reducing the Weight and Size of Armored Vehicles Opportunities: Increasing Demand for Modular Armored Vehicles

Rising Demand from the Developing Economies

Market Growth Drivers: Increasing Incidences of Cross-Border Conflicts

Emphasizing On Military Modernization Plans

Challenges: Absence of OEMs in Emerging Economies Segmentation of the Global Armored Vehicle Market: by Platform (Combat Vehicles (Main Battle Tanks (MBTs), Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs), Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs), Armored Amphibious Vehicles (AAVs), Others), Combat Support Vehicles (Armored Supply Trucks, Armored Command and Control Vehicles, Repair and Recovery Vehicles, Others), Unmanned Armored Ground Vehicles), Mobility (Wheeled (4x4, 6x6, 8x8, Others), Tracked), System (Engines, Drive Systems, Ballistic Armor, Composite Armor, Explosive Reactive Armor, Electric Armor, Others) Purchase this Report now by availing up to 10% Discount on various License Type along with free consultation. Limited period offer. Share your budget and Get Exclusive Discount @: https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/request-discount/1792-global-armored-vehicle-market-1 Geographically, the following regions together with the listed national/local markets are fully investigated: • APAC (Japan, China, South Korea, Australia, India, and Rest of APAC; Rest of APAC is further segmented into Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, New Zealand, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka) • Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe; Rest of Europe is further segmented into Belgium, Denmark, Austria, Norway, Sweden, The Netherlands, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania) • North America (U.S., Canada, and Mexico) • South America (Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Rest of South America) • MEA (Saudi Arabia, UAE, South Africa)Furthermore, the years considered for the study are as follows: Historical data – 2017-2022 The base year for estimation – 2022 Estimated Year – 2023 Forecast period** – 2023 to 2028 [** unless otherwise stated] Browse Full in-depth TOC @: https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/reports/1792-global-armored-vehicle-market-1

Summarized Extracts from TOC of Global Armored Vehicle Market Study Chapter 1: Exclusive Summary of the Armored Vehicle market Chapter 2: Objective of Study and Research Scope the Armored Vehicle market Chapter 3: Porters Five Forces, Supply/Value Chain, PESTEL analysis, Market Entropy, Patent/Trademark Analysis Chapter 4: Market Segmentation by Type, End User and Region/Country 2016-2027 Chapter 5: Decision Framework Chapter 6: Market Dynamics- Drivers, Trends and Challenges Chapter 7: Competitive Landscape, Peer Group Analysis, BCG Matrix & Company Profile Chapter 8: Appendix, Methodology and Data Source Buy Full Copy Armored VehicleMarket – 2021 Edition @ https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/buy-now?format=1&report=1792 Contact US : Craig Francis (PR & Marketing Manager) AMA Research & Media LLP Unit No. 429, Parsonage Road Edison, NJ New Jersey USA – 08837 Phone: +1 201 565 3262, +44 161 818 8166 sales@advancemarketanalytics.com

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Armored Vehicle Market Strategies, Production Supply-Demand & Competitive Landscape by 2028

The global armored vehicle market size is expected to reach USD 27.83 billion by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.36% during the forecast period. The introduction of next-generation vehicles with reactive armor technology and active protection systems will have an outstanding effect on the armored vehicle market, states Fortune Business Insights, in a report, titled “Armored Vehicle Market, 2021-2028.” The market size stood at USD 17.57 billion in 2020. It also showcases what procedures and strategies; companies are currently implementing in the market. It further examines the ways and components convincing armored vehicle market expansion, growth patterns, restricting factors, and market strategies.

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Market Segments:

Based on the platform, the market is classified into combat vehicles, combat support vehicles, and unmanned armored ground vehicles. The combat vehicle segment is expected to hold the largest share during the forecast period due to the rising demand for armored personnel carriers (APCs) and light armored vehicles (LAVs) around the world.

Based on mobility, the market is divided into wheeled and tracked. The wheeled segment is expected to hold a significant market share. The growth is attributed to the growing demand for 4X4 LAVs by the military for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and transportation.

Based on the system, the market is separated into an engine, ballistic armor, turret drives, drive system, ammunition handling system, armaments, fire control system (FCS), countermeasure system, command & control (C2) system, navigation system, observation, and display system, power system, and hull/frames.

Based on geography, global market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and the rest of the world.

What Does the Report Include?

The report is fixed at delivering a comprehensive description of the market dynamics and structure by identifying and providing information regarding the key market segments. It also focuses on an all-encompassing analysis of leading market players by financial position, product, product portfolio, price, growth strategies, and regional presence. It offers PORTER’s analysis and SWOT analysis to record the question of shareholders and highlights the investment potential in the upcoming future. 

Driving Factor:

Inflated Demand for Next-Generation Combat Vehicles to Intensify Market

There has been an increase in conflicts, criminal attacks, and conflicts around the world in recent years. Several countries have modernized their current security systems in response to increasing conflict and cross-border activities between Asian countries and other regions.

Policy makers are fielding modern main battle tanks (MBTs), light protecting vehicles (LPVs), infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), and other vehicles to defend and reinforce their defensive powers. As a result, it boosts the armored vehicle market growth over the study period.

Regional Insights:

Robust Defense Spending to Augment Growth in North America

In 2020, North America led the industry and was worth USD 6.12 billion. The United States' supremacy in this area can be traced to the government's largest defense spending on combat vehicle acquisition and modernization. Important stakeholders such as General Dynamics Corporation, Textron Systems, Oshkosh Defense, and others drive business growth in North America. India, China, South Korea, Japan, and other countries are increasing their military spending. In Asia, rising terrorism, cross-border problems, and political instability have resulted in warfare circumstances that have fueled the market's expansion. The Indian Ministry of Defense signed a USD 144.79 million deal with Mahindra Defence Systems Ltd (MDSL) in March 2021 to provide 1,300 light specialist vehicles to the Indian Army.

The Report Lists the Key Players in the Armored Vehicle Market:

BAE Systems (U.K.)

Denel SOC Ltd (South Africa)

General Dynamics Corporation (U.S.)

IVECO DEFENCE VEHICLES (Italy)

Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)

NORINCOGROUP (China)

Oshkosh Defense, LLC An Oshkosh Corporation Company (U.S.)

Otokar, a KOC Group Company (Turkey)

Rheinmetall AG (Germany)

Textron Systems (U.S.)

Competitive Landscape:

Prominent Companies Focus on Innovative Military Equipment to Establish Strong Presence

Since many companies are engaged in designing and producing military equipment, the industry is fragmented. OEMs are concentrating their efforts on manufacturing technologically innovative goods and forging close relationships with governments in both developed and developing countries.

Key Development:

February 2021: Paramount Group, a major producer of armored and mine protected vehicles and state-of-the-art camp systems, announced its collaboration with Bharat Forge Limited to launch Kalyani M4 Armored Vehicles in India. The M4 delivers ballistic and blast protection - up to 50kg TNT side blast or IED/roadside bombs, and quick mobility in rough terrain.

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Humans are weird: Dealing with zombies

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Undead alien horde wanders into town Alien: Run for your lives! Human: Why? Alien: Monsters are coming!!! Alien 2: They can’t be killed! Human: So they’re undead? Alien: Yes!! Human: Goes home and revs chainsaw Fucking finally. ----------------------

Alien: Watches human carving through undead horde Alien: How are you so calm!?! Human: finishes carving through undead Me and my friends used to do stuff like this all the time when we were kids on Friday night. Alien: Are these undead such a problem on your world?! Human: Oh they flare up from time to time, but then the market gets saturated with them and people just lose interest. Alien: What the hells does that even mean!?!?” ---------------------

Alien: What are we going to do? Human: *swipes everything off table and lays out giant map Human: We need to reach the local Costcoooo Mart and seal it up. Human: The walls are at least two feet thick of concrete so we only need to worry about the main doors, emergency exits, and loading bays to seal up. Human: There should be enough fuel there to power generators and supplies to last us a while. Alien: *Looks down at detailed map with several cascading footnotes. Alien: Why do you have this? Human: Have what? Alien: This map…..why do you have it already prepared? Human: Oh, that. Human: Every human has a zombie plan ready; sometimes several. Alien: Really? Human: *Shouts down corridor Human: Yo STEVE! What’s your zombie plan? Steve: *shouts back from down the hall Steve: Take my family to countryside where it is isolated and hold fort on a farm until things blow over. Human: *Turns to alien Human: See? Everyone’s got one. -------------------

*Pair of humans and aliens sneaking through zombie infested streets Human 1: Alright; if we can make it to the train station we should be able to follow the rail lines out of the city. Alien 1: There are too many of them; we’ll never make it through. Alien 2: This will help. Alien 2: *Hefts large plasma pistol. Human 2: Are you crazy?! Human 2: No guns! Alien 1: Why would we not- Zombie: *Lurches over to them and groans Alien 2: *Panics and fires plasma pistol. *Zombie is cut in half by the weapon blast but the loud boom attracts every zombie in surrounding area towards them Human 2: That…..That is why genius.. -----------------------

Alien: Why do you prefer using melee weapons? Human: Because they don’t run out of ammo, are relatively quiet, and you look badass while using them. Alien: Really? Alien: You are using a cricket bat. Human: Badass right? Alien: To quote a human saying. Alien: “You look like a wanker.” --------------------

Alien: Why do the undead keep falling down? Human: *Watches zombies step forward and fall down Human: God bless undertakers. Alien: Huh? ---------------------

Alien: How can you be so calm about this? Human: They’re only human zombies, nothing to be worried about. Alien: Only…. Alien: What do you mean by that? Human: The real shit hits the fan when the animals start turning zombie. Alien: Like? Human: Zombees. Alien: What? Human: Zombie bees; Zombees. -----------------------

Alien: I’m still surprised you have a functioning vehicle during these times. Alien: Let alone one with such a lovely shade of red. Human: Well to be fair it was white this morning? Alien: Really? What happened then? Human: Speed bumps. Alien: Speed bumps? Human: So many speed bumps. ---------------------

*Zombie horde approaches Alien: Don’t worry, I got this! Human: Wait don- Alien: *Uses flame thrower on zombies Human: You idiot, that does not kill zombies! Alien: What?! *Sees flaming zombies now shambling towards them Human: Damnit you’re just making them deadlier! -----------------------

Alien: So you are saying I shouldn’t wear armor? Human: Some armor, but nothing heavy. Alien: Why? Alien: They wouldn’t be able to get through heavy armor. Human: True, but when they swarm you and drag you down you won’t be able to push them off. Human: So you’ll either starve or have them eventually rip the armor off you and eat you slowly. Alien: Why do I feel like you have debated this before? Human: It’s a tale as old as time…. -------------------------

Alien: We’re surrounded. Alien: *Looks down at dog. Human: Why are you looking at my dog like that? Alien: If we set the dog loose it’ll attract zombies and we can escape. Human: Ah, no. Human: We are not sacrificing my fluffy boy. Alien: But- Human: One more word and I’ll throw you to them instead. Alien: Surely you wouldn’t. Human: *Cocks pistol Human: It’s a gamble you will lose. Human: *Scratches top of dog’s head

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KHARTOUM, Sudan (Sudan Tribune) — The Sudanese army launched a major offensive against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the capital Khartoum on Wednesday, targeting several areas controlled by the paramilitary group in the centre, west, and south of the city.

Clashes erupted around 2:00 AM near the strategic “Al-Istritagia” site close to the Al-Muqrin area in western Khartoum. Government forces were reported to have crossed several bridges towards Khartoum, and smoke plumes were seen rising from the vicinity of the Armored Corps south of Khartoum.

The Sudanese army’s warplanes flew extensively over Omdurman, coinciding with reports of airstrikes targeting the “Al-Istritagia” headquarters in Al-Muqrin, Khartoum, which the RSF seized from the army in June.

Local sources told Sudan Tribune that the sounds of clashes and smoke plumes were observed in central Khartoum at the Arab Market, the army’s General Command headquarters, and near the army’s Signal Corps south of Khartoum Bahri.

Smoke was also reported rising from the Al-Muhandisin area, under the army’s control in Omdurman.

Sudan Tribune’s correspondent reported hearing clashes and gunfire between the army from northern Omdurman and the Rapid Support Forces from northern Khartoum Bahri. The army shelled Rapid Support Forces positions in Khartoum Bahri with heavy artillery from northern Omdurman, and smoke rose from the Al-Azariqab and Halfaya areas in northern Khartoum Bahri, coinciding with the army’s artillery shelling.

WhatsApp and Telegram groups affiliated with the Sudanese army reported that its forces launched a ground attack on Singa, the capital of Sennar state, which is controlled by the RSF, and conducted airstrikes on Al-Damazin, the capital of East Darfur state, considered a stronghold of the RSF.

General Yasir Al-Atta, the assistant commander-in-chief of the Sudanese army, had previously spoken about a comprehensive attack on all theatres of operations, by air and land, to destroy the RSF and its allied forces.

The advisor to the RSF commander, Elbasha Tbaeq, said in a statement on X that their forces repelled the Sudanese army’s attempts to cross the Halfaya Bridge towards Bahri and the Iron and Fatih Bridges towards Khartoum. He also mentioned the movement of their forces from the Armored Corps in the Al-Shajara area south of Khartoum.

Tbaeq indicated that the RSF has mobile forces in the desert north of El Fasher affiliated with Minni Minawi and Gibril Ibrahim movements. The joint forces had previously released videos showing hundreds of vehicles loaded with soldiers and equipment, stating they had arrived in El Fasher.

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Hi, I'm Osaka

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Mecha Theory Writing

A comprehensive explanation of the evolutionary path from conventional ground and air vehicles, including a comprehensive outline of a functioning control-design based on the inceptor/software model seen in unmanned drones and 5th gen aircraft, complete with explanations.

The evolution of the walking thing called “mecha"  (original)

Chapter 0: Establishing terminology & Concepts Part 1: Defining "the mechaness" of something: the 8 principles of mecha Part 2: Feisability: Mecha aren't realistic, but not for the reason you think

Chapter 1: How does "mecha" come into existence/why would you want one? Part 1: An evolution from ground vehicles of today Part 2: Skating, to walking, to running, to flight Part 3: “Why transform in the vacuum of space?”

Chapter 2: Cockpit & Software Design Control Theory Part 4: On Mecha Control Theory: Considerations Part 4a: On Mecha Control Theory II: OKAWARA Part 4b: On Mecha Control Theory III: TOMINO  Part 4c: On Mecha Control Theory III: NAGANO

The World of Armored Core

An exploration of the world of Armored Core, using research into real phenomenon and engineering systems to infer how the world may itself function

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How To Domesticate Your Pilot [ongoing]

A husbandry guide for handlers, consisting of opinions and thoughts from various trainers and operators, as well as pilots. Includes practices, procedures, articles, stories and snippets.

I'm currently testing the waters with snippets and will likely be posting it out of order. I am extremely hungry for any and all possible feedback

If anybody knows the original source of the image of the eyes (which I first saw in a youtube ad) I'd love to know. I very much would like to commission them.

Inspired by mechposting

Chapter 3: Do not Abuse Your Wolves (Psychological patterning) Part 1: Action patterning (Initial Phases) Part 2: Action Patterning (Risks)

On visual mecha design: My personal thoughts on the assemblies of shape, form in the context of motion, action and function 1. Does anybody else have physical characteristics they find the most appealing? 2. Thoughts on self-altering dynamic form, and proportion designs 3. Shoji Kawamori and Armored Core: designers hallucinate, but do they hallucinate too?

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My personal thoughts on piloting culture, and mechanical design

1. The eroticism of the machine: Megastructures 2. Crew Attire for piloting a giant robot (includes #mechposting patch list) 3. Crew attire for things other than piloting a giant robot 4. Beyond pilebunker: The Grind-blade and the legacy of Overweapons 5. FLAT/Touchscreens are an act of hate: I will teach you love 6. You do not need to pick between a big hammer or daggers if you are a robot 7. O'Socks combat mix (tw: substance abuse) 8. Team dynamics, addiction, conflicts of interest and marketing 9. Commuication is hard, and mecha feet are cool 10. Morrigan Aensland is mecha and you cannot change my mind 11. re: Last Exile is not dieselpunk; its post-steampunk deleuzian dreams 12. Mecha PMC promotion is back, in pog form

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Project Force: 6dof aerodynamic high speed robot action [ongoing] Inspired by Armored Core For Answer, Freespace 2, Zone of the Enders 2 & Ace Combat 3, this game aims to merge their elements into a high speed mech sim.

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King Crab

Designed by Cosara Weaponries in 2741 at the request of General Aleksandr Kerensky for an assault 'Mech that could "cripple or destroy another 'Mech in one salvo," the King Crab is one of the most fearsome BattleMechs to have ever existed. Its primary weapons, super-heavy autocannons mounted in its arms, can strip the armor off of any 'Mech in a few bursts. Its secondary weapons give the slow King Crab the firepower to see off attackers attempting to pick it off at range, and while not sporting the heaviest armor of any assault 'Mech, there are absolutely no weak points to its protection. If there is a drawback to the King Crab, it's the reliance on ammunition for the autocannons, an aspect to consider on extended campaigns with no guarantee of resupply. If it runs out of ammo, most King Crab pilots will withdraw from the field, making it vulnerable to enemy attacks. The only reliable way to destroy a King Crab is with overwhelming numbers of heavy and assault 'Mechs, and casualties will be suffered in the attempt.

While an excellent close-range combatant, the King Crab proved to be less versatile as a command vehicle, a role eventually filled by the Atlas. Later production models eventually had the state-of-the-art communications systems swapped out for common systems more suited for the brawling nature of the King Crab. At the start of the Amaris Civil War in 2767 Cosara's Mars factory was destroyed by Republican forces, although its factory on Northwind managed to escape unscathed. When General Kerensky and the majority of the Star League Defense Force left the Inner Sphere on their Exodus, they brought with them most of the initial production run of King Crabs, including all of the prototype KGC-010 models. The number of remaining King Crabs was further reduced when the Northwind factory was destroyed in 2786, one of the early casualties of the First Succession War. Since the design used few Lostech parts, it was easier to repair than other Star League era 'Mechs. Still, by the end of the Third Succession War a mere handful of King Crabs were still in active service with the Great Houses.

When ComStar initiated the takeover of the Terra system, they were able to repair the King Crab factory on Mars, mothball it, and secretly secure a number of King Crabs in storage. By the dawn of the thirty-first century ComStar contracted Cosara Weaponries to resume production in order to restock their supply, which had begun to degrade with age and was later used to outfit the Com Guards. For the pivotal Battle of Tukayyid the King Crab was among a number of designs upgraded to meet the challenge of the Clans, the so-called "Clanbusters." The success of the KGC-001 model was such that ComStar allowed Cosara to begin general production from their Mars and Northwind factories and sell it on the open market in exchange for a share of the profits.

The Word of Blake brought about a radical shift in King Crab production, first by their own conquest of Terra, then a few years later when they blockaded Northwind, infiltrated and took over the factory in 3069. New variants of the King Crab were now being produced and shipped to the Word of Blake and its Protectorate, forcing ComStar to attempt something unusual for the once-secretive organization. They hired a small mercenary team specialized in corporate espionage and inserted them into the Northwind factory to steal the plans for these new 'Mechs. With the technical information in hand they then went to StarCorps Industries and offered them the chance to begin production of the new KGC-007 models. The company was thrilled at the prospect and accepted, building new King Crabs out of Son Hoa not just for ComStar but the Federated Suns and Lyran Alliance as well.

The King Crab's primary weapons are two massive Deathgiver Autocannon/20s, among the most powerful BattleMech weapons ever created. Each arm carries one of these massive weapons, and they are fed by two tons of ammo split between the side torsos. The firepower of these weapons is enough to destroy a medium 'Mech in one salvo. To protect the autocannons in combat, engineers designed the King Crab with simple hand actuators. In appearance and movement, the actuators are very similar to pincers or claws found on real crabs, a contributing factor to the 'Mech's name. To back up the autocannons, and provide some long-range capabilities, the King Crab carries a Simpson-15 LRM-15 launcher, mounted in the left torso and fed by one ton of reloads in the same location, and an Exostar Large Laser in the right torso. While not the most heavily armored 'Mech, the King Crab is still tough to crack, with sixteen tons of ferro-fibrous armor and CASE protecting its ammunition stores; however, the arms are probably the most susceptible area to receive damage and an internal hit is likely to knock an autocannon out of the fight. The 'Mech is also slow, with a cruising speed of 32 km/h and top speed of 54 km/h, and has been described as a "notorious hangar queen".

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Frankie & Din

Ok, the brain worm inspired by @fuckyeahdindjarin post about which Pedro boys would bicker and fight has had me in a choke hold these past few days so I might've blurted out a 2.8 k one-shot with our favourite pilot, sweet Frankie and our favourite space boy, broody Din based on the line; "Go on then, space boy, fly this.” 

Happy Frankie (and Din) Friday!

Also, no warnings needed, this is just nonsense!

And yes, I did download a 34 page manual on how to start a helicopter to write this.

Frankie was immediately drawn to the sleek looking…airplane? The word didn’t seem correct for the silvery vehicle that stood parked on the asphalt, at the outskirts of the old airfield that stood host to the aviation fair. The vehicle glinted in the sun, a thruster on either side of the main cabin. They tapered off to sharp points, as did the cabin, giving the whole shining build a look of speed. It hovered just above the ground, seemingly not needing any landing gear. 

As Frankie got closer and circled around the vehicle, he noticed a figure stepping out from behind it. The man, at least he thought it was a man, was as shiny as the vehicle, clad from top to toe in glinting metal armor. Even his head was covered by a metal helmet, a black T shaped visor on the front. Despite his dark aviators, Frankie had to hold up his hand to shield his eyes under the peak of his cap, as the bright sun bounced off all the metal, He’s gonna start a fucking bush fire, he thought to himself. 

“Hey,” Frankie said, giving the shiny man a small nod as he walked up to the main cabin and looked into the open cockpit, “Nice ride.”

“Thanks,” came a gruff, modulated voice from behind the helmet. He was standing still next to one of the thrusters and Frankie noticed that he had a strange looking gun in a holster on his hip. 

“This thing, uuhh… a new prototype or something?” Frankie asked, putting his hand on the edge of the cockpit as he leaned in for a closer look at the controls. 

“Don’t touch that.” 

The shiny man’s tone was low but with a thinly veiled warning right under the surface. Frankie immediately took his hand off the cockpit. 

“Sorry, man, just curious about the controls, never seen anything like it.” He looked up at the helmeted man, “You fly this thing?”

“Yes.” 

“Cool.” Frankie pursed his lips as his eyes slid over the sleek form of the vehicle. “Wouldn’t mind trying it out if it’s available?” Frankie didn’t notice how the shiny man slowly tilted his head to the left, the visor trained on him. 

“I’m a pilot myself, you see,” Frankie continued, “Flew a heavy loaded Mi-8 over the fucking Andes once.” He rocked back on the balls of his feet, “yep, I cleared that ridge.” 

The other man silently crossed his arms, shifting his weight over to his right hip, as he watched the pilot circle back to one of the thrusters. 

Frankie squatted down, tilting his head to look inside the thruster, “I think you’ve got some rust here, pal.” 

“There’s no rust on my ship.” 

“Yeah, well, either you’ve got rust or you’ve got a pretty weird paint job,” Frankie poked between the blades as the other man uncrossed his arms and straightened up, the fingers of his right hand twitched and flexed, he he walked over to the thruster and stopped right behind Frankie. 

The shadow of the armored man fell over the pilot who had to crane his neck to look up at him from his crouched position. 

“Oh, sorry, let me just…” Frankie scrambled to his feet and shuffled to the side as the other man bent down and peered through the blades of the thruster, running a finger along the inside. As he pulled it back he gave the pad of the finger a hard stare, the rust red dust clearly visible. 

“Told ya,” Frankie said with a smirk, “this climate is hell on any metal.” He strolled over to the other thruster and peered through the blades, “Yup, you got some here too, pal. Personally I recommend Loctite Naval Jelly, best rust remover on the market.” 

The only response was a non-commital grunt through the modulator as the man stood up. 

“Soooo…how fast is this thing? Looks pretty zippy,” Frankie lifted his hand to pat the front of the ship but halted his movement as the shiny man turned his head and looked directly at the hand hovering an inch over the bonnet. 

“The original N-1 tops out at three point five parsec, this one has been heavily modified, I haven’t tested the max speed yet.” The armored man strode over to where Frankie was standing and rubbed his hand over the metal where the pilot’s hand had almost touched, buffing out an invisible spot.

“In English, pal?” 

“Eleven hundred kilometers per hour.” He ran his hand over the bonnet, caressing the smooth shape.

“Get the fuck out of here! Eleven hundred k per hour?!” Frankie’s eyebrows shot up into his hairline, “You’re fucking full of shit!”

“She’s a repurposed N-1 Starfighter fitted with the original Nubian Monarc C-4 hyperdrive and two added J-type Nubian 221 sublight engines.” The pride in the man’s modulated voice was evident as his hidden gaze drifted over the sleek starship. 

“Ok, this is some serious hardware,” Frankie’s voice was impressed as he did another lap around the vehicle, “any chance of a test flight?”

“It’s a one seater, sorry,” the other man’s voice betrayed that he was in fact, not sorry that the ship would seat only one person. 

“Oh, that’s ok, I’m a pilot too, remember?” Frankie walked over to the cockpit again and looked in, keeping his hands away from the edge this time. “Just show me the basics and I’ll get a feel for it in the air.” He looked up at the armored man, trying to find his eyes behind the visor as he gave him his most serious look. 

“No.” 

“Not even pilot to pilot? Professional courtesy?” 

“No.” 

“You drive a hard bargain, man, “ Frankie sighed, taking a few steps back and admiring the ship again, swiping his cap off his head for a scratch before cramming it back down, “She’s a real beauty.” 

“She’s a spaceship, not comparable to the vehicles a regular pilot flies,” the man said, “your skills won’t translate.” 

“Ah, man, c’mon, I’ll take you up in the Mi-8 as a thank you,” Frankie pointed over to a large army helicopter parked a few rows away. “She’s not as fast as your baby here, but she can fit thirty seven troop seats, kinda handy when you need more than just the one guy to show up.” 

Frankie tilted his aviators down his nose, giving the other man a look up and down under the beak of his cap, “No offense, your armor is very bad ass but sometimes you need a full company of soldiers, ya know?” 

The shiny helmet tipped to the right as the armored arms crossed over the metal chest plates. 

“Ok, ok,” Frankie said, “I’ll make you a deal, if you can fly the Mi-8 right off the bat, I’ll shut up, you’re the better pilot.” The visored helmet came up and stared at Frankie, “But, but, if you can’t, then you show me the ropes on this baby and I get a test drive, low speed, low to the ground, I promise.” 

The shiny man seemed to consider Frankie for a few long seconds, the gloved fingers drummed on his metal pauldron. 

“Ok, deal. I’ll fly your helopticer.” 

“Great!” Frankie grinned and motioned towards the Mi-8, “And it’s heli-cop-ter but uhm, hey, man, whatever,” he gave the armored man’s gun a quick look as the black T of the visor looked at him. 

…

“Ok, here we are,” Frankie stepped into the chopper’s spacious hull and hooked his aviators into the neckline of his t-shirt, “pretty nice huh?” 

The other man looked around, taking in the utilitarian set up, no comfort, strictly focused on practicality and gave a barely perceptible nod, “Reminds me of my old ship, a Razor Crest. More space than the N-1.” He walked over to the cockpit and took a look at the interior. “What kind of fire power do you have?” 

“Uuhh...at the moment, six weapons stations, for rockets and bombs, and two side-mounted machine guns, but all inactive in this particular one.” Frankie tapped the empty mount attached to the chopper.

“No lasers?” The other man’s helmeted chin tilted up, surprise in his voice and Frankie’s eyebrows knotted. 

“No, no lasers, we use bullets on this planet, pal.” 

“Huh,” came the modulated reply, the visor turning back to the cockpit as he stepped into it, looking around the controls. 

“You need keys for this thing, or what?” he asked, sitting down in the pilot’s seat. 

“Hey shiny, that’s the wrong seat,” Frankie snarked, stepping into the cockpit. The other man froze for a moment before he shuffled over to the other seat as Frankie’s chuckled, he felt pretty confident about this bet. Leaning back against the side of the co-pilot seat the man had just vacated, he crossed his arms and grinned. 

“Go on then, space boy, fly this.” 

The visor snapped back to Frankie who just arched an eyebrow at his own reflection, bouncing back at him from the smooth metal. 

“Keys.” Came the flat, modulated response. 

“No, no keys, you just activate the circuit breakers,” Frankie replied, watching the armored man scan the control panel. Through the modulator came a small huff. 

“Hrrrmm…” Frankie cleared his voice, “over here,” he said, leaning over the smooth metal of the shoulder piece and pointing to a row of switches. 

The other man flicked them and his fingers hovered over the next set of switches marked Banks for a few seconds, before he flicked them too. 

“And then the battery…” Frankie said, pointing to the dial when the other man’s gaze roamed across the panel. The dial had several settings and the gloved hand grabbed it but didn’t turn it, another huff coming from the modulator.

“DC Battery Buses,” came Frankie’s voice from behind him and the gloved hand turned the dial to the correct position before he sat back against the pilot’s seat, scanning the controls again. Frankie waited patiently, arms crossed, as the shiny helmet searched back and forth over the panel. 

“Hey, man, let me cut you some slack, ok?” Frankie finally said. “The deal was strictly speaking about flying, I’ll start her up and then you can take over.” He pushed off the co-pilot’s seat and stood behind the other man, “Shift over, pal.” 

The armored man sat still for a beat and Frankie reached out and tapped the metal pauldron, “Hey, buddy, you still hearing me?” 

“Yes.” The man stood up, and Frankie took an involuntary step back, the broad metal armor filling up the space between the two front seats, dwarfing the other man. 

“Uuuhh…yeah, so let me just start her up,” Frankie cleared his throat and squeezed himself between the seat and the very solid wall of metal in front of him and sat down in the pilot’s position. While his fingers danced over the control panel with practiced ease, the other man sank down in the co-pilot’s seat, watching the pilot flick a number of switches and dials while the machine slowly came to life around them. 

“Throttle on, Auxiliary power on, Rotor brake off,” Frankie mumbled, “Engine one start, engine two start.” WIth a hum the large rotor blades above the chopper started moving, making the other man lean forward and look up through the windshield as they slowly turned, picking up speed. 

“Alright, there we go, you’re up, space boy,” Frankie grinned and stood up, moving back behind the pilot’s seat again. 

“Don’t call me ‘space boy’,” the modulated voice had a surly tone as he moved across. “It’s Din.” 

“Nice to meet you, Din. I’m Frankie,” the pilot said, sitting down in the vacated co-pilot’s seat. “Now, there’s your stick, nice and steady on the up, give her power on the throttle but easy does it.” 

It turns out there are some similarities between Din’s shiny spaceship and the behemoth Mi-8 helicopter, physics are still physics. And although the large machine wobbled, the mandalorian managed to make it rise more or less straight up under Frankie’s watchful eyes. Going down was less smooth, the landing gear smacking hard against the asphalt, making the helicopter groan as Frankie winced. 

“Nice landing, man, but let's not make it a habit, ok?”

“Dank farrik.” 

“You owe me a ride, pal,” the pilot grinned from ear to ear, as he reached over and flicked a couple of switches, the roar of the Mi-8 slowly dying down. 

“Hrmph…” 

…

Frankie bounced on the balls of his feet as the two men made their way back to the N-1 starfighter, the setting sun glinting off the smooth metal. 

“Man, much as I love my chopper, I’ve got to give it to you, Din, she’s a real beauty, look at those lines!”

“Try not to touch the metal, I just had her polished.” 

“Yeah, of course, pal, of course,” Frankie strode up to the cockpit with Din reluctantly trailing behind. “Uuuhh…how do I get in? Just jump or what?” 

Din nodded, a low sigh heard through the modulator as Frankie grabbed hold of the edge of the cockpit and hoisted himself up. He surreptitiously buffed out a fingerprint the pilot had left behind on the shiny metal finish. 

“So…let’s see…” Frankie hummed to himself, letting his fingers trail across the buttons on the panel of the N-1 as Din nervously hovered by the cockpit, flinching as Frankie started flicking buttons. 

“You might wanna step back a bit there, pal, I got this,” Frankie grinned at him, the glass dome sliding back over the cockpit and the engines roared to life. 

“Wait..what!” Din spluttered as he had to stumble back, Frankie grabbing hold of the yoke and revving the engine. 

“Don’t worry, I’ll be right back!” Frankie yelled, a wide grin on his face, before pulling back on the yoke, the N-1 taking off, leaving the mandalorian on the ground, coated in dust. 

“Dank farrik!” Din reached back to engage the phoenix pack, only to grasp at air, the damn thing was still stored on his ship!

Looking up he could see the starfighter zip across the sky, climbing higher. 

He punched the comms link on his vambrace, “Bring her back now or I will bring you in cold!”

“Hey, you’ve got direct comms to the ship, awesome!” Frankie’s voice crackled through the receiver, “Don’t worry, I just wanna clear the atmosphere, I’ve never been to space. I’m almost there.” 

“Come back now!” Din roared through his helmet but Frankie ignored him, a strangled gasp coming through from the N-1. 

“Holy shit, Din…this is incredible…” Frankie’s voice was laced with awe as the starfighter breached the Earth’s atmosphere and shot into the exosphere. “This is fucking incredible, man. It’s fucking space!” 

“Don’t go further out, we’ll lose comms, Frankie,” Din turned his head up towards the sky, watching the thermal trail of the N-1 disappearing up past what his helmet visor could track. 

“Don’t worry, I just…fuck…I just need to take in this view,” the comms went quiet for a minute, all Din could hear was Frankie’s shuffling inside the cockpit as he turned his head to take it all in. “Man…I can’t believe you get to see this on the daily, you’re one lucky fucking pilot, Din.” 

“Yeah, it’s pretty incredible, I guess,” Din conceded.

“Alright, I’m coming back, lemme just….there, got a shot of it, Pope’s gonna blow his fucking mind when I instagram this shit.” 

The starfighter soon appeared as a tiny glinting dot in the sky and Din focused on it, following its decent back down to earth as Frankie smoothly pulled the ship out of the dive, leveling out and gliding back down to the asphalt, letting it hover just above the ground as he slid back the cockpit glass. 

“Holy fucking shit, man! That was fucking incredible!” Frankie jumped out of the N-1, slapping Din on the shoulder, as he bounced around the thrusters, “Absolutely fucking incredible!” 

He stopped and grinned at Din, his smile nearly splitting his cheeks. “Man…I cannot fucking believe you get to do that every day. I never thought I’d say this, but fuck, that actually beats flying choppers!” 

“Yeah, it’s wizard,” the mandalorian said, the modulator betraying a bit of glee as Frankie continued to bounce around the N-1, snapping shots of it from every angle. 

“Uhhm…” Din tilted his head and jerked his thumb behind him, “I’ve got a…an acquaintance, she’s restored an old Razor Crest. If you want, I can check if she’ll give you a good price, if you’re interested.”

“You serious?” Frankie stopped in his tracks, his eyes wide under the brim of his cap, “a spaceship?”

“It’s not an N-1 starfighter, but I think you’ll like it.” 

“Lead the way, pal!” Frankie slapped his hand on Din’s metal pauldron before hastily retracting it, “Sorry ‘bout that, I’ll just….” he surreptitiously buffed the metal with the sleeve of his flannel shirt under Din’s hard gaze. 

The two men walked off down the airfield as the sun dipped down beneath the horizon. 

“Hey, maybe when I get this ship, we can work together?”

“No.” 

“I bet you need extra cargo space sometimes.” 

“Hrmph…”

“Everybody needs a bit of extra space, pal”. 

“Maybe.” 

“Hey, lemme tell you about that time I flew over the fucking Andes!” 

“No.” 

The End

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