Finger Press

Basic Information
The Finger Press is an Imperial Torture Device based on the ancient Thumbscrew created by Mankind. It was remade by the Arm of Light, an Imperial Military Branch dedicated to Interrogation, Investigation, and Torture. The device was soon banned as its existence came into the light, however, in some situations it is still used in secret, with Inquisitor Herran having recently used it to question a rebel aboard the Emperor's Flagship.

Functionality
The device works simply. As opposed to the more primitive design, the Finger Press uses small industrial presses to smash the victim's fingers at a multitude of available speeds that the Torturer can monitor and choose from. The device is inserted on the victim's hands, locked, and can either be attached to a sturdy object such as the arms of a chair to keep the victim immobile, or used on a boundless subject as well. As the press falls down on the victim's fingers, either slowly or fast, whichever suits the torturer, the victim's bones will rupture the skin and be expeled, or crushed entirely within.

Known Modifications
Both Herran and a small number of Torturers enjoy using pressless Devices as a sturdy and powerful bludgeoning weapon, without having to actually smash the accused's fingers.

Other Inquisitors may use a modified press with spikes, impaling the victim's fingers rather than smashing them. Adrenaline-laced spikes have also been known to be used.

Lastly, eletrified presses are rare but have also been used, along with heated presses.