#the desc is a little scuffed since i suck at writing but i hope yall enjoy

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submarines if they were the cars equivalent to sharks or whales

FINALLY GOT THE SUBMARINE THING DONE CAUSE IKEPT PROCRASTINATING 

anyways basically what I thought of is while drawing is that like since the sail doesn’t have windows or anything you could just use nose art as the eyes but if you did this then it would look feral-ish and so I guess it fits with the shark theme

A Vehicle’s Pocket Guide to American War Submarines

History

Throughout history, submarines can be found in oceans over the world. Many built some form of submarines to do the impossible and to get ahead of the rest of the world. When they were no longer needed, they were abandoned and left to their own devices for years. Many didn’t last long without fuel, but the surviving ones had kind boats assist them.

In wartime, these older ‘wild’ submarines were captured and enlisted due to their ability to stay underwater for long periods. As time went on, much more specialized submarines were built. New submarines were trained for things like recon and taught to understand language. 

When things turned for the worse, the submarines were modified and outfitted for heavier combat. They were given more armament, armor, and training. After the old war submarines retired, their respective militaries were tasked with making sure they stay by their countries and taking care of them. Modern war subs remain in service

Following advances in submarine technology, other types of submarines emerged through the years. Submarines made for tourism, research, espionage, rescue, and others entered the scene.

Post-Service

After the wars ended, the older war submarines were retired for the next-gen ones and relinquished from service. Some submarines didn’t know how to live peacefully and think they are constantly on patrol, attacking civilians mistaken to be enemies. Even though these attacks were rare, this has given the public a negative view of them due to the media amplifying the dangers. A lot of these submarines are tracked so warnings can be put out for boats to avoid them.

A submarine warning sign commonly seen pictured at beaches.

Despite this, there have been cases of war subs helping those who have fallen off of boats or shipwreck survivors. Sometimes, the submarines will follow strike groups they’ve bonded with and help them out.

One well-known case involves a fighter that slammed on the deck of an aircraft carrier too fast and skidded off by the waist catapults, knocking two other fighters down as well. Luckily, a submarine that was following the carrier rose and caught them before they could sink. The submarine was given an honorary member status following the incident.

Another case tells of one that helped many stay afloat until help arrived after a cruise liner capsized!

Many navy sailors experienced with subs are usually able to get them under control by giving them special commands with whistles and clicks and such even though they understand language.

Very rarely, random wild submarines can be found beached. It’s advised against approaching, as they may panic and bite or blast dangerous levels of sonar. It’s recommended to call a specialist in these situations.

Every so often, there are cases where some hunt and capture wild submarines with devious intentions, such as turning them into narco-subs or using them for scraps.

Appearance

The war subs, although visually similar, have minor ways to tell them apart. There are varying nose arts, fin shapes, and hull types to name a few. 

Retired war subs are often repainted and repaired by squadrons. There are plenty of different liveries. Pictured on the bottom in the above picture is one of no particular class with an ‘orca’ livery. They may get their faux teeth painted over to look less intimidating as well. 

There is a legend of an old submarine that was so loved it’s completely covered in the insignias of every squadron and strike group it’s ever visited.

Classes of submarines are named after various forms of marine life ( like irl fish, sharks, and whales, ) but are given individual names and positions by their military branch.

Outfitted modern military subs are streamlined and more stealthy. They don’t have hull armor/deck like older models.

An old submarine receives a squadron insignia while getting patched up after assisting in a short battle by ramming the attackers.

Build

Submarines in the war were modified to be able to be controlled by operators if needed and be still able to function. This allowed the submarine to still focus on things non-combat involved while the crew worked on everything else, like self-defense with armament. The crew can take over in situations like docking and exercises, but the subs are usually trained for it already. 

After retirement, they are given full control of themselves and are rehabilitated. They get their fins replaced if they were trimmed while outfitted and a general restoration before they are released.

Diet

Wild diesel subs get fuel by either receiving fuel from other vessels or by siphoning it from other marine vehicles.

Nuclear subs are able to go without fuel until they need to get their reactor replaced, but they need vehicles to maintain them.

Communication

They echolocate (sonar) with loud pings to find their prey or see obstacles. It is said that feral subs won’t use active sonar unless they have dangerous intent. Owning to their history of recon, war submarines are extremely difficult to find without sonar when they have a reason to hide.

Older submarines cannot talk, so they communicate using clicks, whistles, etc.

They also have an excellent hearing that proves vital in combat. They will get agitated if you’re too loud near them on purpose. 

Submarines are solitary, but sometimes they will pair up with a few other submarines and form their own pods.

Non-War Submarines

Non-War subs, or ‘Civilian’ submarines. is a general term relating to the non-combat submarines. There are tourism subs, research vessels, and submersibles to name a few. Submarines used for espionage or narcotics do not fit in this category. Civilian subs have to follow many regulations. Sometimes they speak and behave closely to ships.

Civilian subs refuel at ports.

Random Facts

Tracks of submarine sounds are popular due to their calming effect.

You can enter a submarine through its mouth if it’ll let you.

(Sometimes divers IRL are actually able to enter/exit submarines through torpedo/missile tubes! They don’t do it unless absolutely necessary tho ofc)

Submarines are very resistant to temperature but they all have their own preferences.

They enjoy laying on the ocean floor for days at a time.

I’m debating whether or not to write more (cases about subs doing stuff)

I like to think that the Shinkai 6500 research vessel has clownfish stripes.