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In the sprawling expanse of the Galaxy, justice wasn’t a luxury it was a battle. For centuries interplanetary crime syndicates, rogue AI fleets, and tyrannical warlords plagued the galaxy, but...
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In the sprawling expanse of the Galaxy, justice wasn’t a luxury it was a battle.
For centuries interplanetary crime syndicates, rogue AI fleets, and tyrannical warlords plagued the galaxy, but where chaos reigned a force of unyielding courage and cunning emerged.
Mars was supposed to be the birthplace of something greater, Instead it became a graveyard and for those who survived, carry the weight of its fall across the stars. As long as even one survivor still breathes the spirit of Mars will never die.
The Casualties of Mars are not just warriors,not just exiles, not just ghosts of a forgotten planet, they are the last hope of a world that should never have fallen, Whether through war, diplomacy or sheer defiance, they remind the galaxy that Mars still exists if not as a planet, then as an idea.
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For centuries interplanetary crime syndicates, rogue AI fleets, and tyrannical warlords plagued the galaxy, but where chaos reigned a force of unyielding courage and cunning emerged.
Mars was supposed to be the birthplace of something greater, Instead it became a graveyard and for those who survived, carry the weight of its fall across the stars. As long as even one survivor still breathes the spirit of Mars will never die.
The Casualties of Mars are not just warriors,not just exiles, not just ghosts of a forgotten planet, they are the last hope of a world that should never have fallen, Whether through war, diplomacy or sheer defiance, they remind the galaxy that Mars still exists if not as a planet, then as an idea.
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7 MAR 2025 · The Black Mongoose floated deep within the Delca solar system. It had been a long 3 day battle evading Dominion hunter vessels, and although a successful evasion, the ship had received one heck of a beating. on a plus side, It's twin core thruster engines purred with kinetic harmony whilst it's battle damaged hull received a well earned repair from it's onboard nano bots, But Inside, oh man, it's chaos… This usually comes as a ''day to day'' occurrence, mostly in the form of conversation, scorched tools, and dodgy coffee that probably, shouldn't really look the colour it does.
6 MAR 2025 · A Weapon of Pure Suffering
The Kavourik is not a traditional laser weapon, it doesn’t incinerate, slice, or explode its target. Instead, it delivers a living nightmare, designed not just to kill, but to inflict agony beyond comprehension. When fired, the Kavourik disrupts the victim’s nervous system, rendering them completely paralyzed while forcing their body into violent convulsions, uncontrollable vomiting, and simultaneous defecation. The effect is so catastrophic that victims often suffocate in their own expelled fluids, their own organs rebelling against them in a grotesque final betrayal. The worst part? The smell. A stench so foul, so indescribably rancid, that even the operatives using it must wear industrial-grade breathing apparatuses just to function near its victims. The Kavourik is not a weapon of war, it is a tool of terror, used when the message is clear:
"We could kill you… but we’d rather make you suffer first."
Weapon Design: A Tubular Nightmare
The Kavourik is sleek and unassuming—a cylindrical weapon about 30 centimeters long, with an almost organic texture, as if the metal itself pulses with a sinister energy.
- The outer casing is obsidian black, coated in a non-reflective nano-polymer that absorbs light, making it nearly invisible in the dark.
- The firing mechanism is a pressure-sensitive grip, allowing precise, silent activation.
- Instead of firing a visible laser, the Kavourik releases a pulsed, transparent energy wave, making it impossible to see coming.
Victims never know they’ve been hit—until their bodies betray them.
The Full Horror of the Kavourik
Once hit by the Kavourik’s energy pulse, the victim experiences a series of escalating, irreversible effects:
Phase 1: The Nerve Disruption (0.5 seconds after impact)
- Complete paralysis sets in immediately.
- Victim remains fully conscious but unable to move.
- Heart rate spikes uncontrollably, inducing terror.
Phase 2: The Stomach Rebellion (5 seconds after impact)
- Extreme nausea and violent vomiting begin, causing the victim to expel the entire contents of their stomach within seconds.
- The gastric system forcefully ejects fluids, sometimes causing internal bleeding from sheer force.
Phase 3: The Bowel Collapse (10 seconds after impact)
- The body’s autonomic systems lose all control.
- The victim defecates violently, often rupturing internal tissue.
- Blood vessels burst in the eyes, causing temporary blindness.
Phase 4: The End (30-60 seconds after impact)
- Death by suffocation, internal bleeding, or complete systemic shutdown.
- Survivors are left in a state of permanent nerve damage and psychological trauma.
A Stench Beyond Description
The Kavourik doesn’t just kill—it leaves behind a scene so repulsive that no one wants to approach it. The aftermath is a putrid cocktail of expelled stomach acid, blood, feces, and bile, mixed with the body's natural decay process—all released at once. The Notorious Stench Includes:
- A sharp, acidic bile scent, reminiscent of rotting meat left in the sun for weeks.
- The burning, sulfurous stink of liquefied bowels, intensified by the rapid biological decay.
- A sickly-sweet undertone of blood and exposed internal organs, made worse by the victim’s body heat cooking their own expelled matter.
Even battle-hardened soldiers have been known to vomit at the mere scent. This is why operatives using the Kavourik must wear breathing apparatuses—not just to avoid suffocating, but to stay conscious near the sheer putrid horror of their own weapon’s aftermath.
Who Uses the Kavourik?
The Kavourik is banned in nearly every civilized system, but it still finds its way into the hands of those who trade in suffering.
1. The Overlord Dominion’s Death Guard
- Used in interrogations, ensuring that no one survives long enough to resist questioning.
- Dominion officers often force prisoners to watch a comrade suffer the effects, ensuring total compliance.
2. The Mourvas Shadow Syndicate
- Assassins use it to eliminate high-profile targets in the most horrifying way imaginable.
- The sheer horror left behind is designed to send a message: "This is what happens when you cross us."
3. Rogue Black Market Dealers
- Sold only in the darkest corners of the underworld, Kavourik weapons are rumored to cost upwards of 10 million credits per unit.
- The Balaga refuse to acknowledge they ever designed such a weapon, despite rumors that their AI constructs were behind the original prototype.
The Ultimate Psychological Weapon
What makes the Kavourik truly terrifying is that it is not about efficiency—it is about psychological destruction. It is not used for mass slaughter, nor is it a battlefield weapon. It is used when someone needs to suffer in a way that no one else will ever forget. Even mentioning the weapon’s name is enough to strike fear into hardened warriors and crime lords alike. Few who wield the Kavourik do so without questioning their own humanity. And those who fall victim to it? They don’t live long enough to tell the tale.
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5 MAR 2025 · Following the mayhem of Harskell 5, the blazing liberation of Yarnax, and the hilariously philanthropic heist at Gravepoint Station, the Zone Warriors found themselves thrust into a new and unexpected role—not just as misfit heroes of the fringe systems, but as symbols of rebellion. Their names, once muttered in backwater bars and pirate docks with equal parts amusement and disbelief, began to carry weight.The Dominion listed them as “Interstellar Disruptive Entities,” a bureaucratic term for “we can’t catch them, and they keep making us look stupid.”Their bounties increased tenfold. Surveillance footage of their antics spread across systems like wildfire, turning them into underground folk heroes. Freedom fighters in distant colonies adopted their symbol—a crescent grin with crossed thrusters beneath it—as a mark of resistance.
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3 MAR 2025 · Objective: Disrupt Dominion fuel lines. Result: Exploded fuel depot, destabilized three moons, with moderate sunburn to local orbital traffic.On the volatile mining world of Harskell 5 the Dominion operated a massive fuel depot nestled between three orbiting moons each housing secondary energy processing units. The Zone Warriors mission began with the commandeering of a Dominion C-class supply freighter, repurposed mid-flight by Keera Thorne, the former galactic racing champion whose obsession with speed bordered on the mystical. The freighter was overloaded with volatile hyper-combustibles, misfiled under “rations,” thanks to Rugg Delthane, the hacker raised by black-market data traders, who couldn’t resist slipping in a forged manifest labeled, “Snacks.”
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2 MAR 2025 · With a final glance at the wreckage behind him, Tacko Rinn pushed the throttle of his battle wrecked space fighter forward and followed Drake Vance's Black Mongoose into the unknown. It was a beginning, a chance meeting in the void that would soon turn into an alliance and friendship that would shape the galaxy. After crashing through an unstable wormhole, they both found themselves deep in the Neutral Dust Sectors far from law patrols or rules. They drank and laughed in the aftermath of near-death both agreeing that the galaxy was full of tyranny, corruption and endless exploitation of the powerless. They also agreed that hardly anyone was doing enough to defend the people, So both felt that maybe, they should. So there it was, the Zone Warriors ideal was formed, a misfit militia with only three principles: One, defend the underdog through a crew that would make chaos sacred and justice unavoidable. Two, always mock the elite, and Three? Never, not ever apologize, for just how loud those explosions would be.
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1 MAR 2025 · The Tharos Expanse was a lawless sector on the edges of known space and had long been a battleground for smugglers, bounty hunters, and mercenary warlords. It was a place where no government dared enforce order, where the strongest survived, and the reckless died fast.Among the stars, Drake Vance was no stranger to the chaos of these regions. His ship, the Black Mongoose, had seen countless battles, countless escapes, and more than a few incidents where he should have been killed. But his reputation as a daredevil smuggler with a silver tongue had kept him alive—well, at least so far.It was here, amid the wreckage of dead ships and drifting debris fields, that he first crossed paths with Tacko Rinn. Tacko was flying a Space Wolf G4, one of the fastest, most agile starfighters in the galaxy, but flying a fast ship means nothing when you're outnumbered and being hunted down.
6 FEB 2025 · The Apex of All-Terrain Engineering
The Carveta All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) is a marvel of high-speed mobility, designed for combat, exploration, and high-speed pursuit in the most unforgiving environments. Unlike standard all-terrain vehicles, the Carveta was built for ultimate adaptability, capable of operating in multiple terrain modes, including:
- Wheeled Mode – High-speed ground traversal over roads, plains, and rough terrain.
- Tracked Mode – For extreme environments like swamps, snowfields, and unstable rocky terrain.
- Hover Mode – Using low-level grav propulsion, allowing the Carveta to glide over water, deep chasms, and minefields.
- Two-Wheeled Sprint Mode (for the bike variant) – Extreme speed with a self-balancing gyro system, allowing insane maneuverability.
Designed by the Balaga tech-droids of Naas—the same engineers responsible for the infamous Space Wolf G4 fighter—the Carveta ATV is considered the fastest and most advanced land vehicle in the Thirteen Star Systems. Built for mercenaries, special forces, and high-risk couriers, the Carveta doesn’t just travel—it dominates.
A Machine Built for Speed
Carveta ATV (Four-Wheeled/Tracked Model)
- Length: 4.5 meters
- Width: 2.3 meters
- Height: 1.8 meters
- Weight: 1.2 metric tons (lightweight composite frame)
- Armor Plating: Reinforced Neo-Titanium, able to withstand small arms fire, explosive shrapnel, and light plasma blasts.
- Cockpit:
- Fully enclosed with an adaptive HUD display.
- Holographic dashboard allows for quick terrain mode switching.
- Climate-controlled interior with emergency life-support.
Carveta X2 (The Two-Wheeled Sprint Bike)
- Length: 2.6 meters
- Width: 0.9 meters
- Height: 1.2 meters
- Weight: 300 kg
- Frame: Reinforced anti-grav chassis, allowing for instant acceleration with self-righting stabilization.
- Cockpit:
- Neural-linked handlebars, allowing riders to control with thought-assisted movement.
- Rear stabilizers adjust to terrain for zero-drift cornering at extreme speeds.
The Fastest Land Vehicle in the Galaxy
1. Wheeled Mode (Standard Road & Terrain Travel)
- Max Speed: 680 km/h (422 mph) on smooth terrain.
- Suspension: Adaptive Shock-Absorption System, preventing loss of control on rocky or uneven surfaces.
2. Tracked Mode (Extreme Off-Road Stability)
- Max Speed: 420 km/h (261 mph) on rough, mountainous, or icy terrain.
- Tracks: Made from Nano-Fiber Composite, ensuring grip on the most unstable surfaces.
3. Hover Mode (Low-Level Flight/Grav-Glide Mode)
- Max Speed: 720 km/h (447 mph) over open terrain.
- Hover Range: Up to 3 meters above ground level, allowing it to cross deep chasms, lava fields, and flooded regions.
- Propulsion: Uses miniaturized ion-thrusters built into the chassis, enabling it to glide without wheels or tracks.
4. Two-Wheeled Sprint Mode (Carveta X2 Bike Variant)
- Max Speed: 900 km/h (559 mph) on open terrain.
- Stabilization System: Gyro-Magnetic Control, allowing for perfect balance even at breakneck speeds.
Weapon Systems
While primarily built for high-speed travel, the Carveta is no ordinary civilian vehicle. Primary Armaments (For Combat-Ready Models)
1. win VX-6 Plasma Cannons (Mounted on the Front Chassis)
- High-velocity plasma bursts designed for anti-personnel and light vehicle engagements.
- Can be switched between pulse fire and sustained beam mode.
2. G7 Railgun (Mounted Underneath Chassis – Anti-Armor Weaponry)
- Fires hyper-accelerated tungsten slugs capable of punching through light tank armor.
- Can disable enemy vehicles with precision shots.
3. EMP Disruptor Pulses (Mounted on Rear Exhausts)
- Emits a shockwave that disables electronic targeting systems, useful for escaping pursuers.
4. Missile Pod (Optional Upgrade – Mounted on Side Panels)
- Fires smart-seeking micromissiles, ideal for taking out enemy drones or pursuing vehicles
Who Uses the Carveta?
Due to its high cost and limited production, the Carveta is not available to the general public. It is a vehicle of specialists, mercenaries, and elite strike teams.
1. The Zone Warriors (Mercenary Pilots & Bounty Hunters)
- The Zone Warriors use heavily modified Carveta ATVs for rapid insertions, pursuit missions, and bounty retrievals.
- Drake Vance once used a Carveta X2 to escape an entire Dominion garrison, outmaneuvering their tanks and speeders.
2. The Overlord Dominion’s Shadow Guard
- The Dominion’s elite scout units use a militarized version of the Carveta with enhanced armor and weapons.
- Used in raids, urban pacification, and high-speed skirmishes.
3. The Galactic Justice (High-Speed Law Enforcement Units)
- The Galactic Justice uses custom-built Carveta Pursuit Models to track down criminals in high-speed chases across different planetary environments.
- Lyra Kane once used a Carveta X2 to outrun an entire fleet of Dominion Interceptors.
4. Black Market Collectors & Smugglers
- Illegal racing circuits pay millions of credits for stolen Carveta models, using them in underground hover-bike tournaments.
- Smugglers use them for border runs, knowing that nothing can catch them once they hit full speed.
.Conclusion
The Carveta ATV and X2 Sprint Bike are more than just fast—they are survival tools, combat vehicles, and status symbols. To own one means:
- You are either part of the galaxy’s elite… or you stole it from someone who was.
- You have the fastest vehicle money can buy.
- No one is catching you unless you want them to.
Whether it’s roaring across the dunes of Titan-5, gliding over the frozen wastes of Xelvaris, or dodging Dominion warships while jumping canyons, the Carveta is the ultimate all-terrain speed demon. If you see one coming? You’d better hope it’s on your side.
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5 FEB 2025 · Overlord Primus Veyros was more than just a ruler—he was the iron fist of the Overlord Dominion, a tyrant whose vision for the galaxy was one of absolute control. Under his reign, entire star systems had been brought to their knees, their people forced into servitude, their cultures erased in the name of Dominion supremacy. For decades, Veyros had stood unchallenged. His war machine spread like an infection, crushing resistance movements, dismantling rogue governments, and enforcing brutal order through sheer military dominance. But power breeds enemies, and whispers of his downfall had long echoed through the shadows. The resistance had grown bold, and the Galactic Justice, along with remnants of the Casualties of Mars, the Knights of Karock, and the Zone Warriors, had decided that Veyros' reign would end—not in war, but in silence. The decision was made. The Overlord had to die.
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4 FEB 2025 · Nebula’s Crown was a monument to corruption. A floating kingdom of excess, where power was measured in blood, and wealth was counted in stolen lives. Suspended in orbit above the dying red star called Zyphos Prime, it was the Syndicate of Shadows’ greatest stronghold. A golden citadel wrapped in darkness, where warlords, arms dealers, and crime lords conspired over vintage liquor and broken souls.No force had ever penetrated its security. No fleet had ever dared its defenses. It was a place where the powerful came to feed and the weak came to disappear. But on this night the Crown would burn. On this night, the queen of the abyss would walk among them and none would leave untouched. On this night, Lyra Kane would become a legend of fear and death. She arrived in whispers, in the glances of men who did not yet understand the danger.
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3 FEB 2025 · The Overlords of Saturn had ruled in silence for centuries, biding their time beneath the thick, swirling storms of the gas giant, hiding behind their vast rings and the icy moons of the outer system. While other factions of the Thirteen Star Systems warred, fell, and rose again, the Overlords remained, building their empire in secret.They were not a government. They were not even an army in the traditional sense. They were ancient conquerors, remnants of a lost civilization whose existence predated recorded history. Their forces were composed of war-bred genetic horrors, biomechanical warriors forged from unwilling captives, and Dreadguard elites who had not known fear or mercy in centuries.When their harvest campaigns began, entire colonies on Titan, Enceladus, and the orbital stations beyond Uranus vanished. There was no war declaration—only emptied worlds, silence, and then the cold realization that the Overlords had begun their expansion anew.
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In the sprawling expanse of the Galaxy, justice wasn’t a luxury it was a battle. For centuries interplanetary crime syndicates, rogue AI fleets, and tyrannical warlords plagued the galaxy, but...
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In the sprawling expanse of the Galaxy, justice wasn’t a luxury it was a battle.
For centuries interplanetary crime syndicates, rogue AI fleets, and tyrannical warlords plagued the galaxy, but where chaos reigned a force of unyielding courage and cunning emerged.
Mars was supposed to be the birthplace of something greater, Instead it became a graveyard and for those who survived, carry the weight of its fall across the stars. As long as even one survivor still breathes the spirit of Mars will never die.
The Casualties of Mars are not just warriors,not just exiles, not just ghosts of a forgotten planet, they are the last hope of a world that should never have fallen, Whether through war, diplomacy or sheer defiance, they remind the galaxy that Mars still exists if not as a planet, then as an idea.
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For centuries interplanetary crime syndicates, rogue AI fleets, and tyrannical warlords plagued the galaxy, but where chaos reigned a force of unyielding courage and cunning emerged.
Mars was supposed to be the birthplace of something greater, Instead it became a graveyard and for those who survived, carry the weight of its fall across the stars. As long as even one survivor still breathes the spirit of Mars will never die.
The Casualties of Mars are not just warriors,not just exiles, not just ghosts of a forgotten planet, they are the last hope of a world that should never have fallen, Whether through war, diplomacy or sheer defiance, they remind the galaxy that Mars still exists if not as a planet, then as an idea.
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| Author | Casualties Of Mars |
| Organization | Casualties Of Mars |
| Categories | Science Fiction , Drama , Books |
| Website | casualtiesofmars.com |
| zykotika@gmail.com |
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