SUPREME COUNCIL OF THE WATCH
OUR NAVAL VESSEL'S
Arquitens-class light cruiser
Acquired how: Mandalorian-Commandeered Variant
Designation: Arquitens-class Light Cruiser
Affiliation: Children of the Watch
Status: Active
Common Nickname: Beskar's Shadow
Overview
Originally designed as a fast-response warship for the Galactic Republic and later adopted by the Imperial Navy, this Arquitens-class Light Cruiser was seized during a border skirmish in the Outer Rim. Rather than being stripped for parts, the vessel was claimed intact by a Mandalorian strike clan and reforged into a roaming command ship—symbolizing Mandalorian adaptability and dominance over enemy technology.
Capture & Reforging
The cruiser was disabled during a coordinated boarding action that exploited its vulnerable dorsal hangar access. Once secured, Mandalorian engineers purged Imperial systems, removed chain-of-command limiters, and replaced key components with ruggedized, battle-tested alternatives. While the hull still bears the sharp, angular lines of its original design, Mandalorian sigils and beskar-plated sections now mark it unmistakably as clan property.
Modifications
- Hull Reinforcement: Select armor plates replaced or overlaid with beskar alloy composites, increasing resistance to turbolaser fire
- Weapon Systems:
- Upgraded dual turbolasers with manual override controls
- Additional point-defense cannons for anti-fighter screening
- Command Deck: Converted into a clan war council chamber, featuring tactical holotables and clan banners
- Hangar Bay: Modified to support Fang fighters, Kom'rk-class transports, or captured starfighters
- Life Support: Adjusted for armored personnel and extended combat endurance
Crew & Doctrine
The ship operates with a lean but elite Mandalorian crew, each member trained for multiple combat and technical roles. There is no traditional naval hierarchy—command is earned through strength, experience, and honor. In battle, the cruiser serves as a fast-moving assault platform, escort vessel, or mobile base for planetary raids and contract operations.
Role in Mandalorian Space
This Arquitens-class cruiser is often deployed as:
- A clan flagship for Outer Rim operations
- A raiding and interception vessel against pirates or Imperial remnants
- A symbol of reclaimed power, proving Mandalorians do not merely survive galactic conflicts—they take trophies from them
Reputation
Among enemies, the ship is feared for its unpredictability and brutal efficiency. Among Mandalorians, it is respected as a living war machine—one that embodies the creed:
"What we take in battle, we make our own."