Approved Starship Ara'nov-type Frigate

[Amelia von Sorenn]

ARA'NOV-TYPE FRIGATE​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

An updated variant of the Interceptor IV-class Frigate for use by the Mandalorian Empire

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Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Interceptor-class Frigate
	Interceptor IV-class Frigate
Primary Link(s)	Not Applicable

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Systems
Affiliation	Mandalorian Empire
Model	Ara'nov-type
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Mass-Produced

Materials

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

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Classification	Frigate
	Assault Vessel
	Starfighter Support
Length	200 meters
Width	75 meters
Height	35 meters

Rating Specifications

Armaments	Very High
Defenses	Very Low
Maneuverability	High
Speed	High
Hangar Capacity	Base - (0) Squadrons
Single Craft Hangar	No
Hyperdrive Rating	Equipped - Class 2

Hangar Compliment

Starfighter Squadrons	Support Squadrons
(0) Squadrons	(0) Squadrons

Armaments and Defenses

(4) Octuple Barbette Heavy Turbolasers	AR-0B Damage Reduction Component
(10) Heavy Agrocite Cannons	(10) Missile Deactivation Transmitters
(10) Heavy NK-7 Ion Cannons	(20) Heavy Point Defense Laser Cannons
(20) Quad Laser Cannons
(10) Assault Concussion Missile Launchers

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND LOGISTICS

Crew Compliment	5 Officers
	35 Gunners
	100 Enlisted Crew
Passenger Capacity	25 Mandalorians
Cargo Capacity	750 Metric Tons
Consumables	3 Galactic Standard Months

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 (10) Phylon Q7 Heavy Tractor Beam

STRENGTHS

Extreme Frigate-Class Firepower - Mounting heavy turbolasers, agrocite cannons, ion batteries, missile launchers, and dense point-defense coverage, the Ara'nov delivers offensive output rivaling much larger warships, making it deadly in direct assaults.

High Speed for Its Tonnage - Advanced ion drives and stripped defensive mass allow the frigate to outrun most vessels in its class, enabling rapid strikes, pursuit operations, and fast redeployment.

Superior Maneuverability - Its compact frame and thrust-vectoring engine configuration allow tight turns and aggressive attackvectors unusual for a 200-meter warship, making it effective in close-range fleet engagements.

Dedicated Starfighter Support Capability - Although it carries no fighters, the Ara'nov excels at escorting friendly squadrons by providing heavy anti-capital suppression, ion-disabling fire, missile screening, and point-defense coverage.

Compact Crew-to-Firepower Ratio - High automation allows massive firepower to be operated by a relatively small crew, reducing personnel losses and logistical burden.

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WEAKNESSES

Extremely Low Defensive Resilience - Light shielding and minimal armor make the Ara'nov unable to withstand sustained capital-grade fire.

No Hangar Capacity - The ship cannot carry or recover starfighters or shuttles, limiting independent operations and forcing reliance on carriers or stations.

Poor Survivability in Prolonged Battles - Designed for rapid strikes, not attrition warfare; extended engagements dramatically increase the risk of catastrophic damage. Likewise, once targeted by cruisers or destroyers, its light defenses are quickly overwhelmed.

Specialized Role Dependency - The ship performs best within task forces, as solo deployments are often risky and tactically inefficient.

Automation - Internal second and tertiary systems are highly automated to allow the vessel to be operated by a relatively small crew; these systems are highly susceptible to Ion-based and EMP-based strikes, potentially overwhelming the crew and rendering the vessel inoperable should these systems be disabled or destroyed.

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DESCRIPTION

The Ara'nov-type Frigate is a Mandalorian reimagining of the Interceptor IV-class concept - reforged into a brutal, fast-moving assault platform designed to punch far above its weight. Built by Aether Systems for the Mandalorian Empire, the Ara'nov sacrifices defensive endurance and hangar facilities in favor of raw firepower, speed, and aggressive maneuverability. Its designed philosophy is simple - strike first, strike hard, and withdraw before the enemy can respond in force. At 200 meters long, the frigate carries an armament suite more commonly associated with light cruisers. Heavy turbolasers and agrocite cannons form its primary offensive spine, supported by ion cannons for system-crippling attacks and large banks of concussion missiles for saturation strikes. Dense point-defense arrays and quad laser protect nearby friendly starfighters, turning the vessel into a moving weapons screen during fleet engagements. Unlike traditional escort frigates, the Ara'nov does not deploy fighters of its own. Instead, it operates alongside carrier groups, advancing ahead of friendly squadrons to suppress enemy flak batteries, disable shield generators, and break capital-ship formations apart with ion barrages. Its heavy tractor beam network allows it to retrieve damaged allied craft mid-battle or capture disabled enemy vessels for boarding and intelligence recovery. The ship's lightweight defensive profile allows its engines to achieve remarkable acceleration and turning performance, enabling aggressive frontal attack runs followed by rapid withdrawal. However, this comes at the cost of survivability - commanders are taught to treat the Ara'nov as a blade, not a shield. Within Mandalorian fleets, the Ara'nov is often referred to as the 'Fang Frigate,' a ship meant to tear into enemy line, draw blood, and vanish before the counterblow can land.

 

[MANIAC]

Amelia von Sorenn

As usual, nicely made.

Approved.