Capital Ships
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Capital ships have gone a long way, ever since Man built wooden ships to sail the seven seas back at Terra. Even though technology and the battlefield has evolved to new galaxies, levels, and fields, the basic role of capital ships serving as offensive platforms and power projection roles still remains true. Armed with state of the art weaponry and technological marvels, a single Terran starship has enough firepower to lay waste to an entire planet.
Terran starships emphasize on military efficiency and survivability. They prefer to stay to the rear of battle, supporting the main battle (fought by Terran fighters) from afar with beam cannons and missiles. In addition, each starship is very well armored and shielded for increased survivability, and redundant systems and damage control systems makes it hard to cripple. Kilrathi starships are no match against their Terran counterparts in a 1 on 1 battle.
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Clarkson
A popular vessel with the logistics fleets and supply corps, it is configurable as a freighter, tanker, or personnel transport.Read More... -
Prowler
Naval Intelligence Scout disguised as an innocent civilian Free Trader. Equipped with cutting edge intelligence gathering equipment and unconventional weaponry.Read More... -
Pelileu
This assault troopship holds a regiment of Marines and all the equipment and supplies needed for sustained planetary operations.Read More... -
Caernaven
Escort frigate used mostly for convoy escort and routine patrol duties. Best used as a deterrent against attacking fighters and light raiders.Read More... -
Southampton
Workhorse of the Terran Fleet, this fleet destroyer is a multi-purpose vessel that can be deployed for any type of operation.Read More... -
Tallahassee
Bristling with guns, missiles, and armor, this heavy cruiser can withstand and dish out incredible amounts of punishment.Read More... -
Yorktown
Older carriers brought back to active service due to recent fleet losses. It is normally used for main fleet support and secondary combat operations.Read More... -
Jutland
Hi-tech carrier designed as the successor to the strike carriers of old. As a 'first response' vessel, it is the tip of the spear for the Terran fleet carrier force.Read More... -
Lexington
The new backbone of the shattered Terran Fleet after the Battle of Earth. A traditional carrier that relies on its fighter wing and escorting capships for support.Read More...
Kilrathi
It is no argument that Kilrathi starships have a different philosophy then the Terrans. While Terran warships are basically mobile fire support platforms from afar, Kilrathi warships are just another means for a frontal attack. For the thrill of the hunt, Kilrathi will not think twice about sending their starships to fight in the thick of the fray. Their naval design even encourages ramming other capital ships if necessary.
Compared to Terran starships, Kilrathi starships have crude damage control systems and lighter armor and shielding; however, they emphasize on firepower and maneuverability. To emphasize their role as active offensive platforms, the majority of the weapons and armor are normally focused forward and the sides, with less protection to the rear. Kilrathi starships cannot survive on a 1-on-1 engagement with their Terran counterparts, but there are many more of them in service.
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Sha'Kar
This cheap and modular freighter can be configured to carry anything important to the Kilrathi war machine.Read More... -
Dukara
This Kilrathi troop transport is atmospheric capable and can carry a legion of Kilrathi Marines and their equipment.Read More... -
Kamrani
The Kilrathi’s obsession with hit-and-run strikes and wolfpack tactics is manifested in their latest model corvette.Read More... -
Ralarrad
Cheap, plentiful, and expendable, this light destroyer is the most common warship in the Kilrathi Fleet.Read More... -
Ralaxath
The Kilrathi’s newest and most advanced destroyer closes the gap created by technologically superior Terran capships.Read More... -
Fra'lath
Designed to lay waste to Terran fighters and bombers, this escort cruiser can lay anti-aircraft barrages only the most talented pilots can avoid.Read More... -
Fralthi II
One of the most powerful heavy cruisers in the Kilrathi Fleet, it is armed to the proverbial teeth with weapons and armor.Read More... -
Dubav
This modern escort carrier is specifically designed to operate behind enemy lines for prolonged periods of time.Read More... -
Bhantkara
The backbone of the Kilrathi Fleet, this supercarrier can deploy a full fighter wing and has extensive command and control capabilities.Read More... -
H'varkann
The dreadnought has multiple fighter wings, numerous guns and missile battieres, and virtually impenetrable shields and armor. It is practically invincible for any type of assault.Read More...