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    |image=[[Image:Spaceship_Empire_Veles.jpg]]
    |factionLogo=[[File:Logo_of_empire.png]]
    |caption=A Veles-class on patrol near Origin
    |name=Veles
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	|manufacturer=[[Imperial Engineer Corps]]
	|operator=[[Empire]]
	|class=Veles
	|type=corvette
	|purpose=Force projection
	|production=Active
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	|dimensions=X and Y and Z
	|mass=250,000 kg
	|hull=Kutonium
	|decks=3
	|range=450 km
	|topSpeed=32 m/s
	|flightTime=464 minutes
	|YOLOL=ISAN v2
	|FCUType=[[Advanced FCU]]
	|propulsionMax=840,000
	|thrusterBox=10
	|thrusterTriangle=10
	|thrusterPlasma=10
	|thrusterManeuver=10
	|propellantCapacity=36,000,000
	|propellantTankSmall=10
	|propellantTankMed=10
	|propellantTankLarge=10
	|maxPower=12,000
	|generators=12
	|fuelRod=4
	|maxCooling=500
	|coolingCells=10
	|radiators=10
	|crew=5
	|nebulaSafe=Yes
	|unitCost=Lots of money please
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	|autoCannons=10
	|laserCannons=10
	|plasmaThrowers=10
	|railCannons=10
	|mining=freeform option
	|miningLasers=10
	|oreCollectors=10
	|materialPointScanners=10
	|cargo=freeform option
	|modularOreCrates=10
	|cargoBeams=10
	|cargoLockFrames=10
	|manufacturing=freeform option
	|reconstruction=freeform option
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The Veles is conceptualised as a Torpedo Corvette that can fill the roles of an anti-gunship and anti-frigate ship.

== Design and Function == 
The Veles class is an anti-gunship and anti-frigate ship that is capable of outmaneuvering and outrunning the gunships currently deployed by both the [[Kingdom]] and the [[Empire]] military. 
It has an impressive number of point defence turrets that are relegated to a supportive role, as the ship's two primary weapon systems are best used from a long distance. [[Rail cannon|A rail cannon]] mounted on the top deck and a battery of eight vertical launch torpedo tubes offers the Veles its long-range firepower. <br> <br>

The ship's speed and long-range weaponry allows for effective use of kiting and hit-and-run tactics. Its secondary intended role is to act as a light assault and troop deployment vessel and a long-range patrol craft. 
However, to maximize speed, the Veles class is lightly armoured and is ill-suited in close-quarters battles.
To mitigate this weakness, an array of nine twin [[Autocannon|autocannon]] turrets are used as close range point-defence against fighters and missiles. A pair of bow facing [[Plasma thrower|plasma throwers]] and missile pods are installed to support the ship's assault role and act as supplemental weapons should the ship closes in on the enemy from torpedo range. <br><br>

Due to the ship's excessive weapons systems, electricity consumption becomes an issue when the [[Rail cannon|rail cannon]] and all of the  [[Autocannon|autocannon]] are used simultaneously in a prolonged engagement. The Veles Class is also plagued by a tight and claustrophobic interior that can become a nuisance for its crew during long patrol missions. This, however, keeps the ship's overall silhouette minimal and plays in it's intended role as long-range sniping platform.<br><br>

Overall, the Veles is designed with speed and firepower in mind to counter the advantages of the gunships and frigates.

== Ship location ==

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