Approved Starship Defender-class Assault Carrier

[Amelia von Sorenn]

DEFENDER-CLASS ASSAULT CARRIER​

OUT-OF-CHARACTER INFORMATION

Intent

An updated variant of the Defender-class for use by the Galactic Alliance Defense Force

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Permission(s)	Not Applicable
Canon Link(s)	Defender-class Assault Cruiser
Primary Link(s)	Not Applicable

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Manufacturer	Aether Systems
Affiliation	Galactic Alliance
Model	Defender-class
Market-Status	Closed-Market
Production	Mass-Produced

Materials

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

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Classification	Assault Carrier
Length	700 meters
Width	250 meters
Height	160 meters

Rating Specifications

Armaments	Very Low
Defenses	High
Maneuverability	Low
Speed	Low
Hangar Capacity	Extreme - (6) Squadrons
Hyperdrive Rating	Equipped - Class 1

Hangar Compliment

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

Armaments and Defenses

(6) Quad Laser Cannon Turrets	AR-0B Damage Reduction Component
(12) Light Laser Cannons	Redundant Deflector Shield Generators
(2) Assault Concussion Missile Launchers	(20) Missile Deactivation Transmitters
	(10) Antimissile Octets
	(30) Light Point Defense Laser Cannons

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND LOGISTICS

Crew Compliment	43 Officers
	32 Gunners
	3,780 Enlisted Crew
Passenger Capacity	2,100 Individuals
Cargo Capacity	12,000 Metric Tons
Consumables	6 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 (20) Phylon Q7 Heavy Tractor Beam (1) IM-455 Modular Garrison

STRENGTHS

Improved Defenses - The overall design of the vessel saw an increase in the defensive capabilities both to ensure the longevity of the vessel as well as to ensure that its attached squadrons had a location to return to at the end of an engagement.

Assault Carrier - The Defender-class is capable of carrying a full starfighter wing with two additional squadrons in reserve. Additionally, it is capable of carrying a single squadron of Support Craft.

Modular Garrison - Each vessel is capable of carrying and deploying a singular modular garrison and an accompanying contingent to assist in securing a foothold or further boosting a defensive position on an already secured planet.

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WEAKNESSES

Minimal Armaments - Making room for the expanded Hangar Capacity and associated functions to support multiple squadrons required the removal of other systems. In this case, the armaments were not a priority, resulting in many of these systems being removed and in turn the Defender-class having a lower rating of armaments.

Command Bridge - The design of the Defender-class is similar to other designs such as the Raddus-class Star Defender in that it is located at the end of the superstructure located along the ventral side of the vessel. Though more easily defended than if it were on the dorsal side, the location of the bridge is still precarious, and sufficient damage has the potential to render the vessel inoperable.

Sluggish - As the vessel focused on an increased defense and expanded hangar capacity, it was not designed for speed or maneuverability. This can be seen in its lower sublight speeds or the simple fact that it takes some time and distance for the vessel to properly execute a maneuver.

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DESCRIPTION

In many conflicts, the need to secure gains and protect what you've already claimed is just as important as the armadas and armies that strike against one another. As the likelihood of the Galactic Alliance needing to conslidate gains or protect those worlds already within the Alliance grows the more the current conflicts grows, the Defender-class was designed to assist in this regard. The primary focus of the overall design for this particular model of Starship was on an increased hangar capacity, with the vessel being capable of deploying up to five Starfighter Squadrons as well as a singular squadron of Support Craft. Additionally, the vessel is known to be capable of carrying and deploying a modular garrison as well as its accompanying contingent. The primary drawbacks of this design can be seen in a limited armament, as many of these weapon systems were removed in favor of increasing its hangar capacity as well as boosting its defensive capabilities. Likewise, the additional weight attributed to this has resulted in drop in the vessel's overall speed and maneuverability, making it unlikely that the Defender-class could outrun or outmaneuver similarly sized vessels or those specifically designed for those roles. Where the Defender-class differs, is the location of its command bridge, which shares a location similar to that seen on the Raddus-class Star Defender; being that it is located at the end of a superstructure along the ventral side of the vessel. Though this design was intended to allow the commander a better view of an engagement, its precarious location also makes for a tantalizing target. Unfortunately, sufficient damage or destruction can often result in the vessel being rendered inoperable. As it becomes clearer that the Galactic Alliance may need to solidfy and fortify its gains whilst also attempting to prevent any further losses in territory, the Defender-class is a vessel designed to assist in this regard. Furthermore, its design is once that was developed to embrace efficiency, which can be seen in the basic hull design and systems which are also utilized in the production of the Majestic-class Heavy Cruiser.

 

[MANIAC]

Amelia von Sorenn

Nice ship again!.

Approved.