Unreviewed Runner Class Fast Transport

[Captain Charles]

OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION:

• Intent: To create a fast transport for Charles’s personal squadron (First Scouting Squadron) and the Mahporeem Imperial Remnant
• Image Source: ArtStation, image created by Marcin Flisikowski
• Canon Link: Zeta Class Heavy Cargo Shuttle
• Permissions: N&Z Umbrella Corporation
• Primary Source: Wookieepedia , ArtStation

PRODUCTION INFORMATION:

• Manufacturer: N&Z Umbrella Corporation, Mahporeem Imperial Remnant
• Affiliation: Captain Charles, First Scouting Squadron, Mahporeem Imperial Remnant
• Market Status: Closed Market
• Model: Runner Class Fast Transport
• Production: Limited
• Material:
  • Durasteel
  • Transparisteel
  • Ersteel SLCA - Super Light Composite Alloy
  • Electronic Components

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Classification: Fast Transport
• Length: 150 meters
• Width: 56 meters (wings folded), 145.6 meters (wings deployed)
• Height: 80.5 meters
• Armament: Low
  • 4 NZ LC-2A Laser canon
• Defenses: High
  • NZ SSP-SIXTUS/A [Shield System Package]
  • Missile Deactivation Transmitter
  • XM-130 Chaff Dispenser
  • NZ Thanatos ECM/A Suite
  • NZ SAP-2A SSA [sensory systems array]
  • NZ CoreCom Scammer
  • NZ CoreComm Disruptor
• Hanger Space: None
  • Hanger Allocations: N/A
  • Single Craft Hanger: N/A
• Maneuverability Rating: High
• Speed Rating: High
• Hyperdrive: Yes
  • Class 2
  • Class 12 (backup)

STANDARD FEATURES

• Escape Pods
• Crew Amenities
  • Gym
  • Cafeteria
  • Refreshers
  • Recreation Areas
  • Sleeping Quarters
  • All other standard amenities
• Targeting Computers
• NZ C.H.A.R.M.01 [Concentrated Hypermatter Active Reactor Module]
• NZ Hermes 980HIF/SE [Hybrid Ion-Fusial Sublight Engine]
• NZ OS-HD3H Hyperdrive System
• All other standard features

ADVANCED SYSTEMS

• N/A

STRENGTHS

• “Good Luck Catching Me” - the Runner Class Fast Transport boasts high speed and maneuverability allowing it to escape most threats easily.
• Advanced Defense Systems - the class features an extensive array of defense systems such as: SSP-SIXTUS/A shield package, Thanatos ECM suite, CoreCom Scammer and Disruptor, Missile Deactivation Transmitter, Chaff Dispensers, NZ CoreCom Scammer and CoreComm Disruptor.
• “Can Keep Up” - the transports are able to keep up with the other ships of First Scouting Squadron meaning nobody is left behind during hyperspace jumps or rapid withdrawals.

WEAKNESSES

• Light Armament - equipped with only 4 LC-2A laser cannons for point defense, the Runner Class requires dedicated escorts in sustained combat. If caught alone it is very vulnerable to any dedicated warship.
• Cargo vs Speed Trade Off - the transports speed and many systems comes at a price. They have less carrying capacity than similar sized dedicated bulk carriers.

DESCRIPTION
Although the Bullet Class was a great addition to First Scouting Squadron it was not perfect. Although fast and heavily armed it lacked cargo capacity and passenger space meaning it was not ideal for moving supplies or carrying troops. Thus the Runner Class was born, out of necessity, to cover these deficiencies.

A transport that cannot keep up with its escorts is a liability. The Runner’s high speed and maneuverability, along with a class 2 hyperdrive allows it to keep pace with every jump. The speed is complemented by a wide array of electronic warfare equipment and strong shields which also help keep the transports alive.

Tactically, the class serves as high speed supply and support ships carrying troops and extra supplies for missions. When landed on planets they can serve as mini logistical hubs for the squadron, conducting repairs, resupply or landings of troops. In certain situations they can be loaded with palates of torpedo launchers which can be dropped from the loading bay during space battles.