User blog:Pygmy Hippo 2/Stormtroopers (Star Wars) vs. Imperial Guardsmen (Warhammer 40,000)

When it comes to sci-fi universes, there is usually an all-controlling faction that oppresses mankind. Said factions usually have armies of cannon fodder to send at their foes. Whether it's guerrilla fighters or green berserkers, these two groups are the first ones to fight and most likely die.

The Stormtroopers, the Galactic Empire's attempt at reproducing the mighty Clone Troopers!

The Imperial Guardsmen, the Sledgehammer to the Space Marine's scalpel and the largest force in the Imperium!

Who is Deadliest?

Stormtroopers (Star Wars)

"You are stormtroopers. You are the keenest weapon in the Emperor's arsenal. Do not fail him. Do not fail me."

Bio:The Stormtroopers are what most people think of when the Empire is mentioned along with Darth Vader. However unlike him, they are very expendable and are the first to be sent into battle. They also function as police and security forces on worlds and bases. There are many variants including the Sandtroopers and Snowtroopers. They are also used as the First Order's infantry.

Weapons-

Rifle:E-11 Blaster Rifle

The E-11 Blaster Rifle is more of a submachine gun due to it's relative lack of accuracy but is fully-automatic with a scope and 55 shots in a magazine.

Machine Gun:DLT-19 Heavy Blaster Rifle

A larger blaster rifle with a higher rate of fire to destroy enemy groups and does not need to be deployed.

Launcher:MiniMag PTL Missile Launcher

The MiniMag PTL Missile Launcher can lock onto vehicles and deals substantial damage but it needs to be reloaded after every shot.

Vehicle:AT-ST

The AT-ST is used for patrol and reconnaissance missions but it can be used for combat as well with it's swift speed and 2 blaster cannons and 2 light blaster turrets with two occupants.

Imperial Guardsmen (Warhammer 40,000)

"Men, we are the first, last, and often only line of defense the Imperium has against what is out there."

Bio:The Imperium's armies include the Space Marines, Sisters of Battle, and the Imperial Guard. Being the most plentiful that includes members from all worlds in different divisions. It is well-known for it's defensive tactics that enable it to hold the line against whatever faction decides to invade the planet they're on. While the average Guardsman is weak, they are aided by Ogryn and Karskrin Commandos. Even with such help, they still have a higher casualty rate than their peers.

Weapons-

Rifle:Lasgun

The Lasgun has a slow rate of fire due to it's semi-automatic nature but is very accurate and can take a man's arm off in one shot.

Machine Gun:Heavy Bolter

Using rocket-propelled explosive rounds for maximum damage, this bolt-weapon is still extremely heavy with a long setup time.

Launcher:Grenade Launcher

The grenade launcher has a farther range than the Lasgun and has a cyclical magazine, it can send infantry flying with a single hit.

Vehicle:Chimera

The Chimera is an armored personnel carrier that can carry a whole squad who can then use the attached 6 Lasguns but it also has a Multi-Laser for maximum firepower, also it is amphibious.

X-Factors-

Armor-Edge:Stormtroopers

The Stormtroopers' armor was referred to as plastic on a toy but it is powerful enough to withstand blaster shots. The Imperial Guardsmen's armor on the other hand, has trouble against scrap guns with regular bullets.

Experience-Edge:Imperial Guardsmen

There is no debating who has the greater experience. The Stormtroopers have only fought Rebels, Ewoks, and Tusken Raiders. The Imperial Guardsmen fight Space Marines, Orks, Chaos, Eldar, Necrons, Tau, Sisters of Battle, Dark Eldar, and Tyranids.

Morale-Edge:Imperial Guardsmen

While both are dedicated to their cause, the Stormtroopers tend to not have any constant threat from their superiors on the battlefield. The Imperial Guardsmen on the other hand are forced to hold the line by the Commissars who will execute one of them just for a boost in productivity.

Voting ends on November 17. Fight takes place on Endor and it will be five-on-five with one vehicle fully-manned on each side. Votes need edges or two paragraphs.