Multistage modulator torpedo

The Multistage modulator torpedo, or Modulator torpedo, also known as the Tricyclic torpedo was a torpedo weapon that was originally discovered by the Deep Science Institute in 2305. The weapon system was Vrox in origin, but was later adapted to be used on the DSDF Vigilence, also in use by the Deep Science Institute. The weapon was used extensively by the Vrox during the Vrox Rampage and were eventually customised for use by the other factions in the galaxy years after the invasion. The weapon system was unique in that it could pass through shields and forcefields unhindered.

History
During an expedition in 2305 by special forces of the Deep Science Institute in the Calypso Nebula, this weapon was discovered aboard a diasbled Vrox scout ship. As the Vrox were unheard of by any faction in known space, this dicovery was of great interest to the Deep Science Institute and the Allied Systems Federation. The discovery itself was kept top-secret.

After various tests, it was discovered that the Modulator torpedo could pass through any defensive shielding completely unhindered. The tactical advantage of such a weapon was quickly realised, and it became a high priority to replicate this weapon for regular useage in Federation fleets.

Despite being a high priority and receiving adequate funding and equipment, the Vrox technology proved difficult to crack, and even with the outbreak of the ASF-K'adurbian War in 2311 there was no way to reproduce the weapons. During this period of extensive testing, the number of remaining warheads had gone down to less than 20 torpedo's.

As the war progressed, the situation became increasingly bleak for the Federation. The K'adurbian fleets gained more and more ground and strated assaulting various Federation worlds like Ancilicus. Federation president Rotalia Laqo issued a executive order that 10 of the remaining torpedo's would be equipped on the recently refitted VSS Nabulon. She would personally join the armada to oversee the Battle over Netraxia. As this battle turned dire, the captain of the Nabulon ordered the usage of the weapons. The torpedo's first salvo crippled the thought-invincible space bastion Ty'Mal.