Approved Starship Aether EF-60a

[Amelia von Sorenn]

AETHER EF-60A​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

Escort Frigate produced by Aether Systems for the Public Market

Image Source	[HERE]
Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Not Applicable
Primary Link(s)	Aether TC-F5

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Systems
Affiliation	Aether Systems
Model	EF-60a
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Mass-Produced

Materials

Hull Plating	Internal Structure	Additional
Quadanium Steel	Duralloy	Chromium
Nyix-Alloy	Titanium	Crystasteel
Doonium	Aluminium	Vandinite
Duralium	Laminasteel	Starship Components
Trimantium	Duraplast

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Classification	Escort Frigate
	Patrol Frigate
	Light Troop Transport
Length	375 meters
Width	85 meters
Height	105 meters

Rating Specifications

Armaments	Average
Defenses	Average
Maneuverability	Average
Speed	Average
Hangar Capacity	Average - (2) Squadrons
Single Craft Hangar	No
Hyperdrive Rating	Equipped - Class 2.0

Hangar Compliment

Starfighter Squadrons	Support Squadrons
(1) Squadron	(1) Squadron

Armaments and Defenses

(1) Prow Heavy Turbolaser Cannon	AR-0B Damage Reduction Component
(4) Heavy Dual H9 Turbolaser Cannons	Redundant Deflector Shield Generators
(10) Heavy NK-7 Ion Cannons	(10) Missile Deactivation Transmitters
(10) Quad Laser Cannons	(6) Antimissile Octets
(16) Dual Ht-12 Heavy Laser Cannons	(10) Heavy Point Defense Ion Cannons
(6) Cluster Bomb Launchers	(10) Heavy Point Defense Laser Cannons

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND LOGISTICS

Crew Compliment	37 Officers
	75 Gunners
	435 Enlisted Crew
Passenger Capacity	250 Individuals
Cargo Capacity	7,500 Metric Tons
Consumables	1 Galactic Standard Year

STANDARD FEATURES

General Systems Acceleration Compensator Anti-Shock Fields Astrogation Computer Code Breaker Containment Shield DPU7 Heat Sink BQR-19 Navigational System Damage Control System Escape Pods Internal Security Blast Doors Code Cylinder Readers Klaxon Alarms Walkthrough Identification Scanners Weapon Detectors Ray Shield Generators 57c Holocams Sensor and Communication Systems Com-Scan 5-Node Sensor ANs-9.5 Sensor ANq-51 Sensor Array Telesponder Hyperwave Transmitter Hyperwave Transceiver Broadcast Relay Holotransmitter Holotransceiver Life Support Systems Atmospheric Processor Enviro Filter Climate Control Unit Shielding and Hull Plating Systems Ion Shield Generators Deflector Shield Generators Navigational Deflector System Deflector Plates Heat Dispersion Vents De-icing System Engineering & Hyperdrive Systems Gemon-15 Ion Drives Ter58 Ion Engines Accu-Accelerator 400MGs Stardrive System Warp Vortex Stabilizer

ADVANCED FEATURES

AR-0B Damage Reduction Component Carbon-Durasteel Armor (3) Galaxy Guard Mk VII Radiation Negator Hyperwave Interceptor (16) Phylon Q7 Heavy Tractor Beam

STRENGTHS

Limited Carrier - These craft were designed with a modest hangar capacity and are capable of carrying a singular squadron of Starfighters or Bombers, while also being able to support a singular squadron of Support Craft or Shuttles.

Cluster Bomb Launchers - The EF-60a boasts a series of armaments that are capable of being utilized as both an offensive and defensive means. These launchers deploy specialized munitions that create a cloud of shrapnel once detonated, which have proven to be devastating to Starfighters and Bombers.

Pack Tactics - While the Aether EF-60a lacks any discernible specialization and is considered to be average across the board, these craft are known to excel at pack tactics, making these vessels dangerous when deployed in small groups against targets.

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WEAKNESSES

Primary Drive System - The primary engine systems of the EF-60a are easily accessible, lacking sufficient coverage from the weapon systems to provide additional protection. This renders the systems vulnerable to concentrated strikes, opening the craft to the potential of being crippled and incapable of further movement.

Average - Unfortunately, there is nothing overtly special that would otherwise separate these craft or cause them to rise above other similarly sized Capital Ships. Neither does it specialize in any singular aspect that would differentiate it from any other mainline Frigate.

Cluster Bomb Launchers - While these launchers prove effective at devastating enemy Starfighters and Bombers, they are equally effective against allied craft, making their deployment just as dangerous to friendly forces as they are to an enemy. Remaining munitions that have been deployed, though not detonated, also pose a risk to vessels that may pass through an area hours, days, or even months after an engagement, necessitating that they be recovered or detonated after deployment.

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DESCRIPTION

Aether Systems introduced the Aether EF-60a at a time when conflict in the Galaxy reached its peak, marked by the collapse of the Galactic Alliance and the rise of the Galactic Empire as a means to ensure that even the smallest of independent forces had a means to protect themselves. The EF-60a is both easily and rapidly produced, and it has been noted that those who had the experience of being trained on the Aether TC-F5 can just as easily slip into their roles and stations on the EF-60a, as it shares similar interior layouts of its control consoles and floor designs. These craft are known for being simply average, and nothing overtly differentiates or raises the vessel above similarly sized Capital Ships due to the ideal of keeping the design simple and easy to use for any individual finding themselves stationed on the vessel. While the craft can act in the role of a pocket carrier, this capacity is limited due to its otherwise restricted hangar space, as the EF-60a is only capable of supporting and deploying a singular Starfighter squadron as well as a singular Support Craft squadron. Where the EF-60a has shown promise is in its armaments, specifically, the Cluster Bomb Launchers that line the hull of the vessel. This specialized armament can be utilized in equal measure for offense as well as defense, by deploying specialized munitions that create a cloud of shrapnel upon detonation. However, this weapon does not come without its drawbacks, as those munitions that are deployed are just as devastating a threat to enemy starfighters and bombers as they are to friendly craft due to their inability to identify friend from foe. It also necessitates that any undetonated ordnance be properly disposed of or recovered to prevent unwanted civilian collateral damage. Though the Galactic Conflict has seemingly reached a lull in the fighting, lines have been drawn and factions anticipating one another's next move; Aether Systems has struck first while the iron is hot to ensure that those on the sides are not left totally defenseless. The Aether EF-60a easily fulfills the demand for a reliable, easily produced, and rapidly deployed Escort Frigate to assist in bolstering the meager fleets or reinforce standing forces that have suffered a heavy blow. Despite there being nothing special about these craft, it is their overall averageness that allows them to stand out in a Galaxy where every other ship has some special feature or quirk to set it apart from all the others.

 

[Darth Prazutis]

Under Review.

 

[Darth Prazutis]

Amelia von Sorenn

Looks good. Enjoy! Approved!