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Veles is conceptualized as a light corvette that can fill the roles of a skirmisher and an anti-gunship, as well as a frigate's role in larger fleet compositions. | Veles is conceptualized as a light corvette that can fill the roles of a skirmisher and an anti-gunship, as well as a frigate's role in larger fleet compositions. | ||
== Design and Function == | == Design and Function == | ||
Veles is | The Veles class is an anti gunship and 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. A [[Rail cannon|rail cannon]] mounted on the top deck and a battery of eight vertical launch torpedo tubes offers the Veles its long-range firepower. | |||
[[Rail cannon| | |||
The ship's | 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. | |||
However, to maximize speed, Veles class is lightly | 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 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. | ||
To mitigate this weakness, array of nine twin [[Autocannon|autocannon]] turrets are used as close range point- | |||
A pair bow facing [[Plasma thrower|plasma throwers]] and missile pods | Overall, the Veles is designed with speed and firepower in mind to counter the advantages of the gunships and frigates. | ||
Due to the ship's excessive weapons systems, electricity consumption becomes issue when the rail cannon and all of the [[Autocannon| | |||
Veles Class is plagued by a tight and claustrophobic interior that can become nuisance for | |||
== Ship location == | == Ship location == | ||
Revision as of 08:24, 18 November 2019
 Side view of the Empire Veles
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| Class and type: | Combat ship, Interceptor |
| Name: | Veles |
| General use: | Combat missions |
| General characteristics | |
| Crew: | 1 pilot, 2 gunner, 1 commander, 1 weapons engineer |
| Armament: | 18 Autocannons, 1 Rail cannon, 2 Plasma cannons, 8 Torpedo Launchers, 2 Missile Pod Hardpoints |
| Thrust power: | 840,000 |
| Electricity output: | 12,000 |
| Flight time: | 464 minutes |
| Thrusters: | 4 box, 40 triangle, 20 maneuver |
| Generator units: | 12 |
| Fuel chambers: | 6 |
| Propellant containers: | 2 large, 8 small |
Ship description
Veles is conceptualized as a light corvette that can fill the roles of a skirmisher and an anti-gunship, as well as a frigate's role in larger fleet compositions.
Design and Function
The Veles class is an anti gunship and 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. A rail cannon mounted on the top deck and a battery of eight vertical launch torpedo tubes offers the Veles its long-range firepower.
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 turrets are used as close range point-defence against fighters and missiles. A pair of bow facing 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.
Due to the ship's excessive weapons systems, electricity consumption becomes an issue when the rail cannon and all of the autocannon are used simultaneously in a prolonged engagement. The Veles Class is 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.
Overall, the Veles is designed with speed and firepower in mind to counter the advantages of the gunships and frigates.