The Specialized Entity Neutralization Tactical Ammunition (SENTA) is an advanced version of the 10mm Auto round, specifically engineered to neutralize supernatural entities. While the 10mm Auto is highly regarded for its balance between penetration and stopping power, particularly within specialized roles in the U.S. Department of Justice, the SENTA Rounds elevate these capabilities. They incorporate a unique and classified blend of metals, tailored to combat specific supernatural threats like vampires and werewolves. Ideal firearms for deploying the SENTA Rounds include the Glock 20, renowned for its high magazine capacity and reliability; the Colt Delta Elite, a 1911-style pistol; and the Smith & Wesson 610 revolver, which allows for the use of moon clips for expedited reloading.
Capabilities
The SENTA Rounds are specialized versions of the 10mm Auto round, designed to neutralize a variety of supernatural entities. The foundational capabilities of the 10mm Auto serve as the basis for the SENTA Rounds. The standard 10mm Auto has a muzzle velocity ranging from 1,200 to 1,600 feet per second (fps) and a muzzle energy of 550 to 750 foot-pounds (ft-lbs). These ballistics contribute to the round's penetrating power, allowing it to pass through various barriers, including clothing and some soft body armor. The effective range of the SENTA Rounds is up to 50 yards, similar to the 10mm Auto, but skilled operators can achieve accurate shots at even greater distances.
Specialized Composition and Target Entities
The SENTA Rounds come in two distinct types: SENTA-A and SENTA-B. SENTA-A rounds, officially designated as "Primary Entity Rounds," are specifically engineered for use against vampires and lycanthropes (werewolves). These rounds feature a silver core encased in a copper full metal jacket. SENTA-B rounds, known as "Exotic Entity Rounds," are primarily intended for use against Fae creatures and some types of demons. These rounds have an iron core and are also encased in a copper full metal jacket.
Stopping Power and Cumulative Effect
While the SENTA Rounds possess significant stopping power against mortal targets, their effectiveness against powerful supernatural entities may be limited with a single shot. The specialized composition of the rounds, which includes either a silver or iron core depending on the type, allows for incremental damage to most supernatural creatures when used successively. It is crucial to understand that the effectiveness of the SENTA Rounds will vary depending on the specific vulnerabilities and resistances of the supernatural entity in question.
Composition
The SENTA Rounds come in two basic types: SENTA-A and SENTA-B. SENTA-A rounds are identified by a bright blue tip, and their corresponding magazines are labeled with a blue mark. Conversely, SENTA-B rounds feature a bright purple tip, and their magazines are similarly marked with a purple label.
SENTA-A: Primary Entity Rounds
SENTA-A rounds, officially designated as "Primary Entity Rounds," are engineered with a specific focus on neutralizing vampires and lycanthropes (werewolves). These rounds feature a silver core encased in a copper full metal jacket. The copper jacket is designed to facilitate smooth feeding into the chamber and to protect the barrel from excessive wear. Upon impact, the copper jacket is engineered to peel away, exposing the target to the silver core. Given that most supernatural entities susceptible to silver, such as vampires and werewolves, are physically more resilient than humans, the silver core is particularly effective in causing incremental damage.
SENTA-B: Exotic Entity Rounds
SENTA-B rounds, known as "Exotic Entity Rounds," are tailored for less commonly encountered supernatural entities, including some Fae creatures and certain types of demons. These rounds feature an iron core encased in a copper full metal jacket, similar to the SENTA-A rounds. The copper jacket serves the same purpose as in SENTA-A rounds, facilitating smooth feeding and barrel protection. The iron core is particularly effective against entities that have vulnerabilities to iron, such as certain Fae and demonic creatures. The full metal jacket ensures that the iron core remains intact until impact, maximizing the potential for the core to cause harm.
Security Protocols and Classification
The SENTA Rounds remain a highly classified ammunition to this day. Their distribution and use are strictly controlled by the Pentagon and DARPA. Only personnel with specific security clearances and command authorization are allowed access to this ammunition. This level of classification ensures that the round is used only in the most critical of applications, maintaining its exclusivity and strategic importance. The existence of supernatural entities is a closely guarded secret, and any widespread knowledge of the SENTA Rounds would compromise that secret and jeopardize the uneasy truce that keeps vampires and humans from the potential of open conflict.
Design History
The Specialized Entity Neutralization Tactical Ammunition (SENTA) Rounds have a complex history that traces its roots back to 1983 with the development of the 10mm Auto round by Jeff Cooper. Despite the promising foundation laid by the 10mm Auto, the initial designs for SENTA progressed slowly and yielded unsatisfactory results until the mid-1990s. It was in 1995 that a significant breakthrough occurred, leading to the accelerated development of the SENTA Rounds. Prototypes were created in 1997, and rigorous tests were conducted in collaboration with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to ensure the round met stringent performance and reliability criteria. By 2005, the SENTA Rounds had gained popularity among specialized military units.
In addition to their military applications, the SENTA Rounds also saw adoption by U.S. Law Enforcement agencies by 2005. The Federal Government strictly controlled the distribution of this highly classified ammunition to various law enforcement departments. Access to the SENTA Rounds required specific security clearances and was authorized only through command channels within both the Pentagon and DARPA.