Reborn as a Mechanist with a God-Tier System-Chapter 277: Zerphyr-7 Stealth Reconnaissance UAV
Leon stretched and massaged his throbbing forehead before finally removing his work clothes and going to one of his three living quarters to cool down.
He had a cold bath to freshen up.
This time, he didn’t even have the energy to celebrate despite the monumental event of finally constructing all 3 major blueprints that together formed the power of a D Rank Mechanist of the Warmachine Specialization.
Laying down on top his bed, he felt sore all over his body due to how much he exerted himself over the past 5 days.
Leon exhaled and finally accessed the ChronoSystem interface to see the specs of the Zerphyr-7 Stealth Reconnaissance UAV again, his first construct of the 3 D Rank blueprints.
DING!
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[Name: Zerphyr-7 Stealth Reconnaissance UAV]
[Classification: Mechanist – ADE-Reactive Aircraft]
Rank: D
Manufacturer: Field Engineer Leon Ardent
Power Source: ADE Condenser Cell
[CORE FLIGHT SYSTEMS:]
[1. Silent Rotor Propulsion System]
>The Zerphyr-7 uses a low-noise rotor propulsion array rather than conventional loud turbofan engines.
>Key features: multi-blade acoustic-dampened rotors, variable pitch control for efficient high-altitude flight, composite blades that absorb vibration, and ultra-quiet electric drive motors.
[2. High-Altitude Flight Wing System]
>The aircraft features long, thin wings optimized for endurance.
>Capabilities: high lift at low power, extremely efficient gliding, long loiter time above target zones.
(The wind design allows the UAV to stay airborne for days under optimal conditions).
[3. Autonomous Flight Control A.I]
>The Zerphyr-7 can fly without direct pilot control.
>Functions: Autonomous navigation, route optimization, threat avoidance, and terrain-following flight.
(The onboard A.I constantly calculates the safest path to remain undetected).
[STEALTH SYSTEMS:]
[1. Radar-Absorbent Composite Skin]
>The UAV’s exterior is coated in layered stealth materials.
>Properties: radar wave absorption, scattered radar reflections, and reduced electromagnetic signature.
[2. Thermal Suppression System]
>The Zerphyr-7 is designed to minimize heat emissions.
>Methods: heat-dissipating wing channels, low-temperature motors, and exhaust heat diffusion across the fuselage. 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺
[3. Acoustic Dampening Frame]
>The internal structure of the Zerphyr-7 absorbs vibration.
>Components: vibration isolation mounts, noise-dampening composites, and resonance cancellation chambers.
[SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS:]
[1. Advanced Thermal Optics Array]
>Capabilities: Detects heat signatures over vast distances. Identifies vehicles, mechs, and infantry. Tracks targets even in darkness or smoke.
[2. Long-Range Electro-Optical Camera Suite]
>The Zerphyr-7 has a stabilized visual imaging system.
>Features: ultra-high resolution optical zoom, image stabilization, and automatic target tracking.
[3. Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR).]
>The Zerphyr-7 uses the SAR to map terrain through poor visibility.
>Functions: Penetrates fog, dust, and clouds. Creates high-resolution ground maps. Detects hidden structures underground.
[4. LIDAR Terrain Mapping System]
>The Zerphyr-7 can build detailed 3D terrain models.
[INTELLIGENCE GATHERING SYSTEMS:]
[1. Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Array]
>The Zerphyr-7 can intercept electronic signals.
>Capabilities: monitor radio communications, track radar emissions, detect electronic warfare activity.
[2. Electronic Signature Scanner]
>The Zerphyr-7 can detect the unique signatures of different machines.
>It can accurately identify mech power reactors, drone engines, vehicle electrical systems, etc.
[3. Battlefield Pattern Analysis A.I]
>The Zerphyr-7’s onboard processor studies battlefield movement.
>Functions: predict troop movements, identify ambush positions, recognize unusual patterns.
[COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS:]
[1. Long-Range Data Relay Transmitter]
>The Zerphyr-7 can send data over extreme distances.
>Features: High-bandwidth transmission, burst data encryption, satellite relay capability.
[2. Drone Network Coordinator]
>The Zerphyr-7 can act as a command node for other drones.
>Functions: coordinate sentry drones, relay targeting data, expand communications range.
[NAVIGATION SYSTEMS:]
[1. Multi-System Navigation Array]
>The Zerphyr-7 combines several positioning systems which includes: satellite navigation, inertial guidance, and terrain reference navigation.
[2. Stealth Route Planning Engine]
>The Zerphyr-7’s A.I calculates its paths to always avoid detection, and after calculation will automatically adjust its flight path to remain hidden.
>It considers: radar coverage zones, known patrol routes, and terrain masking opportunities.
[POWER & ENDURANCE SYSTEMS:]
[1. High-Density Power Core]
>The Zerphyr-7 has a lightweight advanced battery system.
>It provides: extremely long flight endurance, quiet electrical propulsion, and stable power for sensors.
[2. ADE Wing Augmentation]
>The Zerphyr-7 has ADE panels that are integrated into the wings that absolves ADE from the atmosphere.
[DEFENSIVE SYSTEMS:]
[1. Passive Threat Detection System]
>The Zerphyr-7 has a defensive system that detects immediately when the UAV is being targeted.
>It monitors: radar locks, missile tracking signals, and laser designators.
[2. Emergency Silent Glide Mode]
>If detection risk rises, the Zerphyr-7 can shut down rotors to glide silently at high altitude and drift away from hostile zones.
[3. Data Purge & Encryption Core]
>If capture becomes likely, the Zerphyr-7 will erase all sensitive intelligence, encrypt stored data, and disable all core systems.
[UTILITY SYSTEMS:]
[1. Autonomous Landing System]
>This system allows the Zerphyr-7 to land without assistance.
[2. Magnetic Maintenance Dock]
>When returning to the workshop or shelter, the Zerphyr-7 can lock onto ceiling-mounted service rigs for repair and data transfer.
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Despite the fact that it was already more than a week ago since he constructed it, Leon could not help being mesmerized by the sight of it again.
Unlike other Class Ascended at D Rank, a D Rank Mechanist doesn’t truly grow into himself until he has constructed his main Class blueprints and now, Leon finally felt like a true Warmachine Specialist.
Of the 3 D Rank Class Specialization Exclusive blueprints, despite how much he loved the other 2, this was his personal best.
The Zerphyr-7 just had an edge that resonated with his preferences, and this was despite the fact that compared to the 2 others it was not a combat-oriented vessel. Maybe that was why he loved it.
The Zerphyr-7 may not be a combat vessel, but combining all its systems provided such utility that nothing could replace.
With the abilities of the Zerphyr-7’s Core Flight Systems, not only could it operate nearly silently even while flying low, it can stay airborne for days without being detected.
It was the perfect scout vessel, and this aspect of it was amplified even further by its Stealth Systems.
The Surveillance System gave it unrivaled vision in the air. Nothing was safe when the Zerphyr-7 was airborne, not even other stealth vessels, and not even enemies that were hiding underground.
If Leon had the Zerphyr-7 while in Leviathan Quay, or if the Gene Army had it, Lucian and his terrorists would have never survived for so long.
The Zerphyr-7 would have fished out their hideout in a single day!
This was how overpowered the scout vessel was.
Its Intelligence Gathering Systems was also unrivaled.
If Leon had it during the battle of Iron Reef, there was a high chance that he would have been able to listen in on General Sylvari Charr’s battle plans which would have likely tilted the battle in their favor even more.
The importance of this vessel simply could not be overstated.
Its robust Communications System also meant Leon can receive live battlefield feeds from the Zerphyr-7 from hundreds of kilometers away!
The only weakness of the Zerphyr-7 was its Defensive System. Leon tried to integrate his R9 energy shield on the blueprint like the 2 other blueprints, but the blueprint proved too complicated and stubborn to be altered with his current ability.
Adding the R9 shield to it completely destroyed the structure of the blueprint, Leon had a hunch that he’ll only be able to alter it as a C Rank Mechanist.
But even without that, it was the perfect scout vessel.
Leon was more than satisfied.
Another reason for his satisfaction was that in the course of building all 3 blueprints, the inherent Class knowledge that followed the blueprints plus everything he learned in Iron Reef enabled him to upgrade Davis to an inhumanely intelligent level.
Afterall, all 3 blueprints integrated advanced A.I use.
Davis was so intelligent and smart now that if Leon wanted, he felt like he could actually create an A.I Construct out of him.
He was stunned. ’Is this how the first A.I Constructs were created?
He finally understood why the Omnicore Federation put a lot of restrictions in the growth of Mechanists in their territories.
’Good thing that I’m not in Federation territory’.
Leon yawned. ’What a week!’
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[Special Appreciation to Adamantis and Shadesworn for the Golden Tickets, thanks for the support!]
