Approved Starship Starbird Class Assault Shuttle

[Coren Starchaser]

OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To provide an update to the Shortfin platform, into a combat ready assault shuttle
• Image Source: Everspace Game and Artstation
• Canon Link:
• Primary Source: Shadow Class Transport and Shortfin Shuttle

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

• Manufacturer: Silk Holdings - Design/Testing, SoroSuub Corporation - Construction
• Affiliation: Outer Rim Coalition (Judges/Politicians/Operatives), Jedi Forces, Republic/Alliance forces, Closed-Market
• Model: Starbird-Class Assault Shuttle
• 
  Production: Minor
  
• Material: Alusteel, Solarium glasteel, starship components, electronics, radar absorbing paint

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Classification: Assault Shuttle
• Length: 40 meters
• Width: 47 Meters
• Height: 10 Meters
• Armament: Average

​ - Dorsal-mounted dual laser cannon turret (Carried Internally)
- Ventral-mounted dual laser cannon turret (Carried Internally)
- Two forward facing triple blaster cannons (Carried Internally)
- Two forward facing facing energy torpedo launchers (Carried Internally)

• Defenses: Average
• Squadron Count: None: 1
• Maneuverability Rating:Very High
• Speed Rating: Moderate
• Hyperdrive Class: Fast: 1

STANDARD FEATURES

• Simulated Intelligence Co-Pilot (Similar to X-83 TwinTail)
• Two SLAM Engines
• Advanced Maneuvering Jets
• Standard Shield Generator
• Standard Engines
• Standard Life Support
• Military Sensor Suite
• Military Communications Array/Integrated Firewall
• PowerShifter that can shift power from Shield to Maneuvering Jets
• Defensive Decoy Module
• Countermeasure Module
• Cap Drain Module
• Open Technology slot to allow for iBorg Liberation Piloting Module

ADVANCED SYSTEMS
Pulled from the Shortfin Prototype shuttle, the Vortex includes a very advanced maneuverability package that allows the ship to fly in a number of directions. The ship does have an internal cargo hangar with room for one small fighter or airspeeder, two swoops, and small amounts of cargo. Finally, the shield and maneuverability are on the same energy slider, meaning should the shields need to be fortified, the Starbird will lose its agility.

Strengths:

• Hyper-maneuverable
• Low-Sensor Cross Section
• Advanced Sensors Suite
• Advanced Communications Array

Weaknesses:

• Light weight/lightly shielded
• Lightly armed
• Advanced Systems need to be used sparingly to prevent power overload

Description: The descendant from the Shortfin prototype shuttle, and Shadow Transport, the Starbird is a quick assault shuttle that can be used to bring the fight to larger starships as well as defend itself against similarly sized and smaller vessels from the turrets. The forward facing triple blasters and energy torpedo can be used to target essential systems of corvettes and frigates, using its speed and agility to avoid being fired upon. The systems that allow for its reduced sensor signature and advanced communication make this ship a favorite of diplomats and agents within the various allied forces. The ship has creature comforts for a crew of four. If no airspeeder or fighter are held, the ship's interior can hold up to 12 comfortably.

 

[Gir Quee]

Approved.