Yes, But What if it was Shadowrun (Part 9)?

Despite the ubiquitousness of hoverbikes, there all have the same problem - limited cargo space. While luggage racks and saddlebags do what they can to alleviate this drawback, it wasn't until recently that manufacturers came up with a practical solution. 


Universal Mission Pod Hardpoint

There are several makes and models of Universal Mission Pod Hardpoints. The most common is the Tyrell Corporation Universal Mission Rail (UMR-6). Tyrell also produces the UMR-8 which is suitable for use on hovercars and the UMR-10, commonly found on hovertrucks, and UMR-20 for use with construction equipment and salvage vehicles.

     Mounted beneath the hoverbike is a reinforced modular hardpoint designed to accept a variety of interchangeable mission pods.
     Changing pods requires approximately 30 minutes with basic tools (10 minutes with a properly equipped workshop).

 While any pod is installed:
• Maximum Speed: reduced to ¾ normal
• Flight Ceiling: reduced by half
• Maneuverability remains unchanged (the repulsorlift system compensates remarkably well for the additional weight).

The advent of these pods has led to an explosion of "bike life" social media trends.

Cargo Pod

Maximum Cargo: 250 lbs
This streamlined pod contains:
• tie-down rails
• environmental sealing
• shock absorbers
• internal cargo netting
Ideal for:
• archaeological finds
• supplies
• camping equipment
• trade goods
• spare fuel
• ammunition


Rescue Pod

Maximum Occupant: One Medium creature (up to approximately 250 lbs including equipment)
Features:
• padded restraint harness
• medical monitoring
• oxygen supply
• environmental controls
• transparent canopy
• emergency beacon
Perfect for:
• unconscious civilians
• injured teammates
• VIP extraction
• plague victims
• freezing environments

Survey Pod

Equipment:
• folding drone
• geological sampler
• water analyzer
• camera suite
• mapping lidar
• sample containers
Basically a flying field laboratory.

Wilderness Pod

Contains:
• tent
• water purifier
• cooking gear
• rope
• climbing kit
• fishing equipment
• emergency food
• snow shoes
• shovel
• axe
Enough equipment for several days of independent survival.

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There is also a military variant designed to support light infantry and advanced reconnaissance troops.

Milspec Assault Pod
Cargo Capacity:
• 250 lbs internal cargo
• External hardpoints: 100 lbs
Trooper Compartment
Storage for:
• armor system
• helmet
• rifle
• ammunition
• rations
• medical kit
• survival equipment
• breaching tools
• drone launcher
• communications equipment

Remote Weapon Turret
Mounted on the forward upper surface.
25mm XM88 "Viper" Autocannon
The rider does not need to aim manually.
The pod has:
• targeting camera
• stabilization system
• smart-link interface
Side Weapon Mounts
Two retractable hardpoints.
Options:
Configuration A: Anti-Personnel
• twin 7.62mm smart machine guns
or
Configuration B: Anti-Drone
• micro-missile pods
or
Configuration C: Urban Combat
• non-lethal systems:
• foam projector
• dazzler
• EMP pulse
Rear Defense System

"Stingray" Countermeasure Suite
Includes:
• smoke/fog generator
• electronic countermeasures
• flare/chaff dispenser
• false sensor signatures

There are also "Customizable" pods to suit a variety of needs. You're a DJ? Build a pod with a turntable, laser lights, smoke machine, and speakers.

A courier? Try out this pod with advanced security features like EMP Shielding and biometric locks.

The newscaster pod comes equipped with cameras, satellite uplinks, microphones, and lighting equipment.




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