Doswire-05 Kinetic Orbital Strike System

The Doswire-05 Kinetic Orbital Strike System, commonly referred to as D5-KOSS, represents a formidable advancement in orbital warfare technology, commissioned by the Quantonian Empire as a powerful deterrent and strategic asset. This cutting-edge system, developed by the Doswire Corporation following The Second Great War in 1525, has since become a cornerstone of the Empire's military might, designed to maintain peace and exert control over its vast territories across multiple worlds.
== Overview ==
D5-KOSS is an orbital-based satellite system, utilizing Tungsten Rod Deployment Weapon Systems (TRDWS) to deliver devastating strikes from space. This innovative weapon system was conceived as a response to the dire need for a powerful deterrent against potential aggressors, aiming to prevent any future conflicts that could threaten the Quantonian Empire's sovereignty. Over the centuries, the D5-KOSS has undergone numerous upgrades, enhancing its functionality, security, and reach, thereby solidifying the Empire's dominance in space and on the ground.
== Security Measures ==
A key feature of the D5-KOSS is its robust security protocol, which ensures that the satellite system remains impervious to unauthorized access. The system is operated through high-powered radio relays, which can be either terrestrial or spaceborne. These relays require a massive volume of digital "Passcodes," making the system virtually unhackable. Additionally, the satellites are pre-programmed to recognize only authorized sources, such as specific relay sites or designated imperial spacecraft. In the event of a security breach, the system is equipped with failsafes that can sever communication temporarily or, in extreme cases, trigger self-destruction to prevent enemy control.
=== Relay Stations ===
The D5-KOSS relies on two types of relay stations for operation:
* Terrestrial Relays: These are expansive military installations, equipped with either a singular large satellite dish or an array of smaller ones. Enclosed within heavily guarded perimeters, these facilities are the primary means of communicating with the orbital satellites. They possess the capability to scuttle the dish systems to prevent enemy capture.
* Spaceborne Relays: Mounted on destroyer-sized space cruisers, these relays are distinguished by a series of dishes arrayed atop the vessel. Classified as Communications Vessels, they share the terrestrial relays' ability to self-scuttle in emergencies, ensuring that the system's security is maintained even in space.
== The Weapon ==
At the heart of the D5-KOSS lies its kinetic strike capability, leveraging tungsten rods roughly the size of telephone poles. These rods are deployed from orbit and accelerate to immense velocities upon descent, with their speed and impact force varying depending on the gravitational pull of the target planet. On worlds with Earth-like gravity, these rods can reach speeds up to Mach 10, generating shockwaves upon impact comparable to those of small tactical nuclear weapons. This makes the D5-KOSS an unparalleled tool for destroying fortifications, enemy concentrations, and key infrastructure, while also capable of causing significant environmental alteration. Its precision and devastating power render it an invaluable asset for the Quantonian Empire, embodying the pinnacle of orbital strike technology.