Approved Starship Seawolf IV-class, Heavy Defender [Gunship]

[Ethanael Halscott]

SEAWOLF IV-CLASS
"GUNSHIP"
HEAVY DEFENDER - LINE FRIGATE

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OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To modernize the Seawolf-class torpedo frigate into a Gen IV “Heavy Defender” frigate for the Commonwealth Navy.
• Image Source: DeviantArt + ChatGPT
• Canon Link: N/A
• Permissions: Solarium Glasteel, Thunderbolts + Firestrikes
• Primary Source: Locust, Seawolf II, Seawolf III

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

• Manufacturer: Primo Victorian Enterprises
• Affiliation: Imperial Commonwealth of Dosuun
• Market Status: Closed-Market
• Model: CNC-HDS4-M1 “Seawolf”
• Production: Limited
• Material:
  
  • Durasteel Reinforced Crystalamnium Hull
  • Reinforced Duraplast with Latticed Crystaplast Liner
  • Gravmire Gel x2 Liner Reinforcement
  • Alusteel Reinforced Durasteel Hull [Interior]
  • Tunqstoid Blast Doors, Turadium Blast Shields [Interior]
  • Solarium Glasteel Viewports [Overlay]
  • Glasteel Viewports [Underlay], Turadium Blast Shutters
  • Agrinium, Dallorian Alloy [Key Areas/Critical Components]
  • AR-0B Damage Reduction Plating [Key Areas/Critical
  • Doonium Infused Impervium [Munitions Control]
  • Hekakles-type + Reactive Polyfoam Buffer [Composite Hull System + High Internal Shock Absorption]
    

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Classification: Heavy Defender, Line Frigate
• Length: 440m
• Width: 160m
• Height: 100m
• Armament: High
  
  • Primary Torpedo / Missile Systems
    
    • 6× Manogel-Type Torpedo Launchers [Fixed forward, prow-mounted; fire-linked pairs for alpha strikes.]
    • 12× Hwacha-Type Mk.50 Rocket Launch Systems [Forward-broadside mounts (6 per side); ripple-fire or volley saturation.]
    • 16× Alecto-Type Microtorpedo Launchers [Mounted along port/starboard flanks; VLS-fed with wide arcs for swarm defense.]
  • Secondary Energy Batteries
    
    • 4× Maher II-Type Heavy Turbolaser Batteries [Distributed in dorsal/ventral broadside turrets, long-range batteries.]
    • 6× Tojil II-Type Heavy Turbolaser Batteries [ Fixed forward in dorsal mounts; brutal close-range brawlers.]
    • 8× Hawkthorne II-Type Ion Cannons [Forward-heavy, but still layered across midship/aft to give Seawolf IV a 360° shield-stripping bubble.]
    • 4× RM-Triniburst Heavy Laser Cannons [Cross-decked dorsal/ventral placement ensures continuous overlapping arcs without cluttering the prow]
  • Kinetic Weapons (Mass Drivers / HVCs)
    
    • 6× Polemos-Type Mass Driver Cannons [Midline batteries port/starboard; reliable broadside punch.]
    • 4× Keres-Type Mass Driver Cannons [Forward spinal arcs, armor-piercers.]
    • 2× Belenus-Type Hypervelocity Cannons [Dorsal/aft spinal mounts; long-range precision overwatch.]
  • Close-In Weapon Systems / Defensive Batteries
    
    • 4× Ironfang-Type Rotary HVCs [Forward dorsal & ventral mounts covering approach vectors.]
    • 8× Striker II-Type Rotary HVCs [Midline turret mounts, overlapping arcs across dorsal/ventral.]
    • 12× Thunderbolt II-Type Rotary HVCs [Mounted in stern & ventral arcs for chase protection.]
    • 6× Covenantor II-Type Flak Driver Cannons [Heavy dorsal/ventral mounts, saturating bomber corridors.]
    • 10× Valencia II-Type Flak Driver Cannons [Lighter, midship & aft mounts, wide-area bursts.]
    • 6× Hedgehog-Type Counter-Ordnance Systems [Recessed VLS cells amidships for intercept bubbles.]
    • 8× Ovmar II-Type Defensive Missile Systems [Dorsal/ventral recessed silos, fleet-facing arcs for long-range missile intercept.]
• Defenses: Very High
  
  • Rampart Shield Matrix [Primary All-Angle Shield]
  • Phalanx Adaptive Shield Matrix [Attack-Adaptive Layer]
  • Ballista Shield Array [Kinetic/Projectile Interception]
  • Sentinel Defense System [Close-In Interceptor Grid]
  • Boudica Kinetic Deflector [Localized Impact Mitigation]
  • Vitralis Reflex Shield Generator [Reflexive Shield Layer]
  • Semira II Defensive System [Secondary Shield Layer]
  • Trineshield System [Complimentary Molecular Shield System]
  • Crystalamnium Mesh + Crystaplast Shell [Radiant + Kinetic Dispersal]
  • Testudo Guardian Matrix [Shield Extension System]
  • Hekakles Composite Hull [Core Durability Layer]
  • Ariadne ECM Assistant [Electronic Countermeasure Control]
  • Arbalest Capacitor System [Emergency Power Surge Buffer]
  • Russ Shield Suite (Emergency Redundancy Layer)
    
    • Deflector Shield Generators (x2): Particle & Ray Overlay w/ Integrated Shield Boost
    • Regenerative Reinforced Shield Generator: Self-healing layer + Shield Boost
    • Ion Shield Generator: Specialized ion disruption protection
    • Emergency Capacitor Boost System: Temporarily doubles absorption threshold on critical areas
  • Tauros Defensive Suite
    
    • Capacitor Drains, Socket Guards, and De-Ionizer Rigs
    • Anti-Tractor Beam Shroud (Field Disruptor Pattern)
    • Chaff and Flares Dispersal System (Multi-burst Countermeasure Ejectors)
    • Anti-Ordnance EM Probe (Localized detonation field on missile proximity)
    • Missile Deactivation Transmitter (Pulse jammer for active munition)
• Hangar Space: High - 3 Squadrons
• Hangar Allocations:
  
  • Starfighters: 2 squadrons [1x Thunderbolt, 1x Firestrike]
  • Support Craft: 1 squadrons [1x Scryver]
• Single Craft Hangar: No
• Maneuverability Rating: Low
• Speed Rating: Average
• Hyperdrive: Yes
  
  • Primary: 1.0
  • Backup: 10.0

STANDARD FEATURES

• Auxiliary Systems
  
  • Power Conversion and Control Networks
  • Systems Control Center & Supplemental Control Hub
  • Auxiliary Reactor & Core Coolant Management
  • Supplemental Power Control Center
  • Reserve and Emergency Back-up Power Systems
  • Auxiliary Reactor Control Center
  • Auxiliary Shield & Core Coolant Management
  • Emergency Shield Operations and Power Management System
  • Emergency Command Operations Center
  • Emergency Intrepid Hull Deployment Systems
  • Emergency Life Support & Power Capacitor Systems
  • Escape Pod Control Systems Management
  • Automatic Failsafe and Containment Management
• Flight Systems
  
  • Flight Control & Navigation Suite
  • Primary and Secondary Flight Controller Management
  • Sublight & Hyperdrive Power Management
  • Propulsion Systems Control Suite
  • Hyperlane & Jump Point Navigation Systems
  • Galactic Hyperspace Holosite Integration
  • Flight Control Navigational Systems Suite
  • Flight Control Power Conversion Systems
  • Hyperdrive Power Control Systems
  • Impulse and Vector Thrust Control Systems
• Engineering Systems
  
  • Primary & Secondary Power Management Control Suites
  • Power Conversion Systems Control
  • Reactor Core Control System
  • Core Coolant Management Suite
  • Shield Generator Power Management Suite
  • Weapons Power Generator Management Suite
  • Life Support Systems Management
  • Hazard and Damage Control Management Systems
  • Dedicated Weapons Power Generator Systems
  • Holosuite Power Systems Management
  • Capacitor Control Systems Suite
  • Engineering Control Suite
  • Safety Management Suite
  • Core Coolant & Safety Containment Suites
  • Engineering Control Hub & Secondary Redundancy Systems
  • Weapons, Shields, and Holosite Power Distribution Suites
  • Hazard & Damage Control Management Suite
  • Tractor / Pressor Beam Control Systems
  • Repulsor Generator Systems & Waste Management Control
  • Dedicated and Emergency Weapons Generator Suites
  • Safety Management for Escape Pod Reroute Systems Systems
• Communication Systems
  
  • Coordinated Command Integration Encryption Suite
  • Encrypted Short-Range & Long-Range Communications Suites
  • Fleet Control Data Exchange Network
  • Hyperwave Communications & Encryption Network
  • Interfleet and Intrafleet Communications Systems
  • Standard Communications Management Suite
  • FleetNet Node + AI Systems Hubs
  • Encrypted AI Channels + Projection Suite
• Tactical and Security Systems
  
  • Swarm Targeting and Tracking Sensor Systems
  • Tactical Analysis and Lock-On System Management
  • Multi-Shield Management Defensive Systems
  • Redundant Shield Management Systems
  • Shield Booster Management, Tertiary Shield Generator
  • Automated Reload and Internal Temperature Check Systems
  • Weapons Control and Munitions Management Systems
  • Weapons Waste Containment & Disposal Systems
  • Regenerative Shield Management Systems
  • Shield Monitor, Conversion, and Containment Systems
  • Shield Management and Tertiary Generator Suite
• Sensor Systems
  
  • Multi-Directional Long-Range Sensor Arrays
  • Navigational & Hyper-Navigational Sensor Suites
  • Short-Range Tachyon Sensor Network
  • Long-Range Gravitational Mass Sensor Suite
  • Full Range Planetary & Lifesigns Identifier System
  • Cargo Sweep & Starship Signature Identifier Systems
• Carrier Operation Systems [Compact Ops]
  
  • TIE Deployment & Emergency Deployment Suites
  • Starfighter Diagnostic and Repair Systems
  • Starfighter Weapon Loading and Maintenance Systems
  • Crash Hangar Damage Control Suite
  • Traffic Control Monitor Systems
• Medical Systems
  
  • Compact Medical Bay Suite
  • Overflow Triage Ward
  • Med Droid Interface & Support Network
  • Damage-Stabilization Support Cradle
  • Cryogenic Stasis Pods (limited)
  • Isolation & Quarantine Chambers (compact suite)
  • Psychological Services Module
  • Automated Diagnostic & Imaging Systems
  • Battlefield Stabilization Station (small)
  • Emergency Medivac Support – One dedicated bay for evac shuttle/droid interface.

ADVANCED SYSTEMS

• Internal Defense Management:
  
  • Retractable Auto Blasters
  • Retractable Turadium Bulkheads
  • Retractable Turadium Ventilation Spikes
  • Retractable Turadium Blast Barriers, Crystalamnium Coated.
  • Automated War Droid Emergency Deployment
  • Automated Anti-Concussion Field Emergency Deployment
  • Advanced Biometric Security Systems
  • Advanced Laser Grid, Emergency Deployment Only
  • Advanced Mass Sensor Plating and Grid System
  • Extensive Security Camera and Motion Detection System
  • Extensive Thermal Energy Sensors and Biometric Detection Systems
  • Emergency Lock-Down Tram & Lift Systems
  • Emergency Pressure Plate and Compact Disposal Systems
• Propulsion & Power
  
  • Twin, Treadshock-XS Ion Engines [High-thrust vectored ion propulsion, tuned for endurance]
  • Trinity Core Reactor [Reactor + ElectroFrost regulation system]
  • Kestrel Core [Supplemental reactor + advanced sensor/data processing support]
  • Icarus Maneuvering Array [Micro-thrust and counter-gravity agility assist]
  • Crystal-Integrated Harmonic Regulator [Force-resonance and energy destabilization protection]
  • Aether-IX Modular Suite [System integration and modulation overlay]
  • Fries-IV Modular Suite [Thermal regulation and emergency power reroute]
• Datacore & Sensor Systems
  
  • Helion Data Core Matrix – Central data handling & analysis nexus. Integrates sensor inputs, targeting data, astrogation, and FleetNet relay processing. Interfaces directly with the Kestrel Core for resilience and redundancy.
  • SPX Aetherveil Sensor Suite – Long-range active/passive scanning, gravitational anomaly detection, early warning, and fleet synchronization.
  • TCSX Strikeveil Sensor Suite – Tactical fire control optimization, predictive target trajectory analysis, and integrated weapons grid synchronization.
  • ECMX Ghostspike Sensor Suite – Anti-spoofing and distortion filtering, ghost-signal retasking for passive detection, and stealth/counter-cloak defense.
• Signal Intelligence Suite
  
  • Spectra Radar System – Multispectral phased-array radar for stealth detection and real-time telemetry fusion.
  • MIMIR Echojam Suite – Echo-scrambling/jamming system, capable of creating phantom signatures and disrupting enemy fire control.
  • Black Vigil Protocol Stack – Embedded cyberdefense and counter-signal routines to prevent hijacking, spoofing, or malicious intrusion.
  • Zagruas Comm Uplink System – Secure FleetNet-linked communications with passive signal siphoning from enemy battlenets.
• Advanced Communications:
  
  • Electronic Interference Mast
  • Dudley Communication Suite
    
    • Hyperwave Beacon Scrambler
    • Hyperwave Signal Interceptor
    • Hyperwave Transceiver, Transmitter
    • Encryption Modules
    • Ion Scrambler
    • Comm-Laser
    • Holotransceiver
    • Holonet Connection
    • Communication Transceiver
    • Subspace Radio, Monitor
    • Subspace Emergency Signal Transceiver
    • Ranger Transceiver
• Advanced Sensors
  
  • Bluford Sensor Suite [Trimmed]:
    
    • Passive & Long-range Sensor Arrays
    • Life Form Indicator, Com-scan, Electro Photo Receptor
    • Tri-Tracker & Light Detection + Ranging Suite
    • Dedicated Energy Receptor, Sensor Dampener
    • Tri-Tracker, Wide-range Sensor
    • Optical Transducer Panels
  • Savić Tracking Sensor Suite [Bolt Spec]:
    
    • Imaging System
    • Combat Multi-view Display
    • Target-Aggressor Attack Resolution Software
    • Countermeasures Compensation Computer
    • Ranging Laser System
    • Universal Transceiver Package
  • Targeting
    
    • Vanguard-GTS Targeting Suite
      
      • Active Matrix Targeting, Targeting Computer + Combat Multi-View Display
      • Target-Aggressor Attack Resolution Software
    • Sureshot Targeting Array
    • Short Range Target Acquiring Sensor
    • Integrated with Icarus, Trinity, and Ariadne systems for seamless lock acquisition and coordination

STRENGTHS

• Heavy torpedo ecosystem (Manogel, Alecto, Hwacha) defines its offensive identity.
• Extreme defensive layering with TGM fleet-projection shields.
• Exceptional point-defense saturation — flak, HVCs, counter-ordnance, missile intercept.
• Sensor & SIGINT optimized for detection, fire control, and FleetNet integration.
• Limited but effective starfighter wing (fighters + drones) enhances fleet protection.

WEAKNESSES

• Slow and poorly maneuverable — cannot disengage easily.
• Torpedo ammunition limited; extended fights demand resupply.
• Minimal hangar capacity compared to larger cruisers.
• Relies on fleet integration — not effective as a solo warship.

DESCRIPTION
The Seawolf IV-Class Heavy Defender Frigate represents the fourth evolution of the venerable Seawolf line — once fast torpedo boats, now transformed into shield-wall guardians. At 440 meters, the frigate is compact yet bristling with torpedo launchers, kinetic cannons, and the Commonwealth’s most advanced defensive suites.

Where earlier generations relied on agility and torpedo strikes, the Seawolf IV embraces a new role: the Heavy Defender. Its layered shielding — anchored by the Testudo Guardian Matrix — allows it to project protective coverage to nearby allies equipped with Shield Receiving Interfaces, forming interlocking fleets where no ship fights alone.

Armed with Manogel mini-torpedoes, Alecto microtorpedoes, and Hwacha rocket salvos, the Seawolf IV delivers devastating alpha strikes. These salvos are supported by long-range Maher turbolasers, close-range Tojils, Hawkthorne ion disruptors, and precision Triniburst cannons. Mass drivers and hypervelocity cannons give it staying power when torpedoes run dry.

A dense defensive envelope — from Ironfang HVCs to Ovmar missile interceptors — makes the Seawolf IV a nightmare for enemy strikecraft and ordnance. Its sensor and SIGINT suites allow it to see, spoof, and counter threats before they reach the fleet.

With a small but balanced hangar of Thunderbolt fighters, Firestrike interceptors, and Scryver repair drones, the Seawolf IV is not a carrier, but it ensures that the fleet it defends stays alive. In Commonwealth doctrine, the Seawolf IV holds the line, absorbs the blow, and ensures victory through discipline, resilience, and coordination.


Deck Layout:

• Decks 1–3 | Command & Control
  
  • Main Bridge (Deck 1, dorsal superstructure) with panoramic sensor integration.
  • Combat Information Center (CIC) tied to Helion Data Core Matrix (Deck 2).
  • Captain’s Quarters, Wardroom, Flag Suite (Deck 3).
  • Secure comms relay and FleetNet node access.
• Decks 4–7 | Weapons Control & Forward Batteries
  
  • Manogel Torpedo Bays (Decks 4–5, prow-mounted).
  • Hwacha Rocket Pods & Reload Systems (Deck 5 broadside magazines).
  • Alecto Microtorpedo VLS arrays (Deck 6–7, flank mounts).
  • Fire control stations linked to Strikeveil Suite.
  • Blast doors & armored magazines for ordnance safety.
• Decks 8–10 | Hangar & Flight Operations
  
  • Main Ventral Hangar Bays (Deck 8–9).
  • Bays for 2 squadrons (Thunderbolts + Firestrikes).
  • Drone control and storage for Scryver Repair Drones (Deck 9).
  • Flight Control Tower & Ops (Deck 8, aft-facing).
  • Maintenance Workshops & Weapon Loading Racks (Deck 10).
  • Compact Emergency Crash Hangar section.
• Decks 11–15 | Engineering & Power
  
  • Trinity Core Reactor (Deck 12, armored containment).
  • Kestrel Core adjunct (Deck 13) for supplemental sensor/processing load.
  • Treadshock-XS Engines (Deck 14–15, aft compartments).
  • Fries-IV Modular Suite & Harmonic Regulator integrated into secondary compartments.
  • Icarus Maneuvering Array distributed micro-thruster nodes accessible here.
• Decks 16–18 | Defensive Systems & Shielding
  
  • Testudo Guardian Matrix Core (Deck 16, midships protected chamber).
  • Rampart, Phalanx, Ballista, and Trineshield generators (Decks 16–17).
  • Russ Suite Emergency Redundancy Units (Deck 18).
  • Capacitor Bays (Arbalest, Vitralis Reflex Generator, Boudica Deflector) distributed with shield nodes.
• Decks 19–20 | Medical & Crew Support
  
  • Primary Medical Bay with Surgical & Trauma Units (Deck 19).
  • Overflow Triage Ward & Med Droid Interface (Deck 19).
  • Cryo-Stasis Pods & Isolation/Quarantine Chambers (Deck 20).
  • Psychological Services Module and compact counseling hub (Deck 20).
  • Battlefield Stabilization Station for allied wounded.
• Decks 21–22 | Crew Quarters & Life Support
  
  • Standard enlisted crew quarters, mess halls, and rec areas.
  • Officer staterooms, lounges including Lounge 21.
  • Life Support Integration Node (Deck 22, environmental control & circulation).
• Decks 23–24 | Logistics & Storage
  
  • Armory & Marine Barracks (Deck 23).
  • Cargo holds for resupply and spare parts.
  • Ordnance resupply vaults with armored transport elevators.
  • Escape pod corridors running ventral and aft.

 

[MANIAC]

Ethanael Halscott

Amazing sub again!

Approved.