History Webcomic / XRS

* HighSpeedMissileDodge: In the prologue, Allen Grey narrowly avoids an Russian SAM (surface to air missile)while wearing the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]]. However, because SAMs are designed to not actually hit the target, but instead explode in close proximity to it, he is hit by the resulting shock-wave of the explosion.

''[[https://web.archive.org/web/20150620082330/http://www.xrscomic.com/ XRS]]'' is a science fiction webcomic that was created by Rom Jean. The comic follows American air force captain Allen grey as he tests a new prototype combat suit known as the XRS (Experimental Radio Suit). As a test pilot it is up to Grey to test the limits and capabilities of this top secret new weapon in a series of missions. Grey soon realizes that the longer he is in the suit the less he really knows about it's full capabilities and ultimate purpose. What he doesn't realize is that his quest for answers would unleash the greatest turmoil the earth has ever known. Currently ''XRS'' is on hiatus.

[[https://web.archive.org/web/20150620082330/http://www.xrscomic.com/ XRS]] is a science fiction webcomic that was created by Rom Jean. The comic follows American air force captain Allen grey as he tests a new prototype combat suit known as the XRS (Experimental Radio Suit). As a test pilot it is up to Grey to test the limits and capabilities of this top secret new weapon in a series of missions. Grey soon realizes that the longer he is in the suit the less he really knows about it's full capabilities and ultimate purpose. What he doesn't realize is that his quest for answers would unleash the greatest turmoil the earth has ever known. Currently ''XRS'' is on hiatus.

[[https://web.archive.org/web/20150620082330/http://www.xrscomic.com/]] is a science fiction webcomic that was created by Rom Jean. The comic follows American air force captain Allen grey as he tests a new prototype combat suit known as the XRS (Experimental Radio Suit). As a test pilot it is up to Grey to test the limits and capabilities of this top secret new weapon in a series of missions. Grey soon realizes that the longer he is in the suit the less he really knows about it's full capabilities and ultimate purpose. What he doesn't realize is that his quest for answers would unleash the greatest turmoil the earth has ever known. Currently ''XRS'' is on hiatus.

[[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is a science fiction webcomic that was created by Rom Jean. The comic follows American air force captain Allen grey as he tests a new prototype combat suit known as the XRS (Experimental Radio Suit). As a test pilot it is up to Grey to test the limits and capabilities of this top secret new weapon in a series of missions. Grey soon realizes that the longer he is in the suit the less he really knows about it's full capabilities and ultimate purpose. What he doesn't realize is that his quest for answers would unleash the greatest turmoil the earth has ever known. A relatively new series, XRS updates weekly.

* AintTooProudtoBeg: When confronted face to face with the overwhelming power of the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] Viktor Nabokov drops to his knees and begs for his mommy.

* AintTooProudtoBeg. When confronted face to face with the overwhelming power of the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] Viktor Nabokov drops to his knees and begs for his mommy.
* BallofLightTransformation. When flying at speeds above mach 3 the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is engulfed in radiation, becoming a being made of pure energy. When in this form The suit is virtually invulnerable to any physical attack and capable of destroying any man made object on impact. In this form the suit has reached tested speeds of at least Mach 30 or 22,836 miles per hour.
* BarrierWarrior. In the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]]prologue, Grey survives a hard landing from supersonic flight, several missile impacts, a fall from a thousand feet in the air, large caliber heavy machine gun rounds all due to the protection from the electro magnetic barriers.
* CoolHelmet. The suit features a unique helmet design.

* GenderIsNoObject. Captain Charlize Barrett defeated 28 other highly qualified male soldiers in the competition to be the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]], only losing to Grey. She serves as the alternate test pilot should Grey no longer be capable of piloting the suit.
* GlassCannon. Despite it's vaunted capabilities, the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is extremely vulnerable whens it's energy shields are down.
* HandBlast. The suit allows the wearer to fire extremely destructive energy beams of pure radiation from his palms. These beams can vary in intensity and size.It can also do a similar attack with bolts of electricity which have a bit less damaging effect.
* HighSpeedMissileDodge. In the prologue, Allen Grey narrowly avoids an Russian SAM (surface to air missile)while wearing the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]]. However, because SAMs are designed to not actually hit the target, but instead explode in close proximity to it, he is hit by the resulting shock-wave of the explosion.
* MagnetismManipulation. Manipulation of electromagnetic energy is the cornerstone of the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] capabilities.
* MegaCorp. "SenterSpace" the company behind the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is the largest defense contractor in the world.

* PersonofMassDestruction. Although much of it's capabilties are unknown/untested what is clear is that in the right (or wrong) hands the XRS is capable of causing tremendous damage to any person,object, or environment it is targeting.
* SecretWeapon. The [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is a top secret "black project". It is unclear how many people outside of the actual program are aware of it's existence.
* ShockAndAwe. When manipulating electromagnetic radiation the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] releases massive electrical discharges. These discharges can be focused and fired by wearer at a chosen target.

* PoweredArmor: Although not quite a tank, the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is composed of "hyper-thermoplastic resin" that is resistant to extreme temperatures and small calibre firearms.

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[[caption-width-right:350: The XRS worn by Captain Barrett]]

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* ''PoweredArmor'': Although not quite a tank, the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is composed of "hyper-thermoplastic resin" that is resistant to extreme temperatures and small calibre firearms.

* ''DeflectorShields '': The [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] can emit impenetrable force fields of varying size and intensity.

* ''SecretWeapon '' The [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is a top secret "black project". It is unclear how many people outside of the actual program are aware of it's existence.

* ''MagnetismManipulation '' Manipulation of electromagnetic energy is the cornerstone of the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] capabilities.


* ''ShockandAwe '' When manipulating electromagnetic radiation the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] releases massive electrical discharges. These discharges can be focused and fired by wearer at a chosen target.

* ''HighSpeedMissileDodge '' In the prologue, Allen Grey narrowly avoids an Russian SAM (surface to air missile)while wearing the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]]. However, because SAMs are designed to not actually hit the target, but instead explode in close proximity to it, he is hit by the resulting shock-wave of the explosion.

* ''GenderIsNoObject '' Captain Charlize Barrett defeated 28 other highly qualified male soldiers in the competition to be the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]], only losing to Grey. She serves as the alternate test pilot should Grey no longer be capable of piloting the suit.

* ''AintTooProudtoBeg '' When confronted face to face with the overwhelming power of the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] Viktor Nabokov drops to his knees and begs for his mommy.

* ''BarrierWarrior ''In the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]]prologue, Grey survives a hard landing from supersonic flight, several missile impacts, a fall from a thousand feet in the air, large caliber heavy machine gun rounds all due to the protection from the electro magnetic barriers.

* ''CoolHelmet '' The suit features a unique helmet design.

* ''GlassCannon '' Despite it's vaunted capabilities, the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is extremely vulnerable whens it's energy shields are down.

* ''MegaCorp. '' "SenterSpace" the company behind the [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is the largest defense contractor in the world.

* ''GenderIsNoObject '' Captain Charlize Barrett defeated 28 other highly qualified male soldiers in the competition to be the XRS [[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]], only losing to Grey. She serves as the alternate test pilot should Grey no longer be capable of piloting the suit.

* ''Powered Armor'': Although not heavily armored, the XRS is composed of "hyper-thermoplastic resin that is resistant to extreme temperatures and small calibre firearms.

[[http://www.xrscomic.com XRS]] is a science fiction webcomic that was created by Rom Jean. The comic follows American air force captain Allen grey as he tests a new prototype combat suit known as the XRS. As a test pilot it is up to Grey to test the limits and capabilities of this top secret new weapon in a series of missions. Grey soon realizes that the longer he is in the suit the less he really knows about it's full capabilities and ultimate purpose. What he doesn't realize is that his quest for answers would unleash the greatest turmoil the earth has ever known. A relatively new series, XRS updates weekly.