As can be imagined this development not only offers the individual user unprecedented flexibility in their loadout from moment to moment in combat, it also reduces the support and logistics requirements of Zeoform units on the front lines. Given enough time, replacement mass and reaction blocks can be formed by the nano-lathe using whatever basic resources are on hand. The Gulo - like its namesake- has an effectively bottomless appetite.

The 29d upgrades introduce substantial alterations to the nano-lathe and receiver assembly to enable the production of programmable ‘smart’ rounds. Each smart round comprises a microscopic data processor, sensors and reactive jets packed into the payload space of an ordinary bullet, turning each round fired into a miniaturized self-guiding missile.

Smart round technology represents an exciting new frontier in ballistic weapons and the long- term implications could be vast. Its current iteration, however, cannot claim such lofty heights just yet. Telemetric data must be input from a stationary position to maximize range when firing and, perhaps most tellingly, the tiny seeker warhead has its limitations.

One of the most respected analysts, known both for highly detailed breakdowns and post-engagement evaluation as well as more informal “pop” texts is “Drew Chambert” (a nom de plume). Little is known about this writer except it is evident they are or have been a zeo designer, possibly even a pilot at some point, and have some quite deep connections into both Pact and GuardCorps operations. Their writings and audiocasts are available across all one hundred heliospheres to a greater or lesser extent.