Unreviewed XB-ST

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OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To create a hybrid starfighter and walker.
• Image Source: Reddit Link, image created by u/Special_Karl.
• Canon Link:
  • AT-ST
  • B-Wing
  • X-Wing
• Permissions: Bido Roz'lyn, permission given here
• Primary Source:
  • Wookieepedia
  • Wookieepedia
  • Wookieepedia

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

• Manufacturer:
  • Slayn & Korpi
  • Kuat Drive Yards
  • Incom Corporation
  • Mahporeem Imperial Remnant
• Affiliation: Mahporeem Imperial Remnant.
• Market Status: Closed Market.
• Model: XB-ST.
• Modularity: No.
• Production: Limited.
• Material:
  • Titanium
  • Durasteel
  • Transparisteel
  • Electronic Components

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Classification:
  • Walker
  • Starfighter
• Role: Assault.
• Size: Large.
• Weight: Heavy.
• Armaments: High.
  • 1 Gyrhil-72 Twin-Autoblaster
  • 4 Taim & Bak-KX9 Laser Cannons
  • 2 Krupx-MG7 Proton Torpedo Launchers
    • G.O.U.P Upgraded
• Defenses: High.
  • Medium Armor Plating
  • Fabritech ANv-9q Sensor Array
    • PK-8f Primary Threat Analysis Grid
    • PH-5s Phased Tachyon Detection Array
  • Missile Deactivation Transmitter
  • Bertriak-"Screamer" Sensor Jammer
  • AR-0B Damage Reduction Armor Component
  • Chempat "Defender" Deflector Shield Projector
• Maneuverability Rating:
  • Average (Walker Mode)
  • Low (Flight Mode)
• Speed Rating:
  • Average (Walker Mode)
  • Low (Flight Mode)
• Propulsion:
  • AT-ST Legs (Walker Mode)
  • JZ-5 Fusial Thrust Engine (Flight Mode)
• Minimum Crew: 1.
• Optimal Crew: 1.
• Passenger Capacity: N/A
• Cargo Capacity: None.

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Limited Autopilot
• ANq 3.6 Tracking Computer
  • IN-344-B "Sightline" Holographic Imaging System
• JZ-5g7 Power Convertors
• Retractable Footpad Blades
• Four 4L4 Fusial Thrust Engines
• Narmox-HG.6w Flight Control Avionics
• Microaxial-LpM-549 Navigation Computer
• Novaldex-04-Z Cryogenic Power Generator
  • Power Cells
• All blaster cannons and laser cannons have been upgraded with Dornean Plasma

STRENGTHS

• Fight or flight: The XB-ST holds the unique distinction of being able to operate as either a ground based walker or a space capable starfighter
• Firepower: Four KX9 Laser Cannons, two MG7 Proton Torpedo Launchers and a single Gyril 72 Twin Autoblaster gives the XB-ST a respectable amount of firepower for most given situations
• Shielded: The XB-ST is equipped with deflector shields, increasing its overall durability and survivability against most types of foes
• Strawberry jam: The XB-ST's "Screamer" Sensor Jammer gives the vehicle limited electronic warfare capabilities

WEAKNESSES

• Fight or flight: Though it is capable of acting as a starfighter, the XB-ST has laughably poor performance when compared to more dedicated starfighter craft
• Large: The XB-ST presents a large target profile, making it easier to hit at longer distances
• Unwieldy: Should either of the XB-ST's "legs" become damaged, the walker will be unable to stand on its own and come crashing down to the ground
• No hyperdrive: Though space capable, the XB-ST does not come equipped with any sort of hyperdrive system

DESCRIPTION

The Mahporeem Imperial Remnant has always been one to embrace strange and unusual vehicles within its ranks, though the newly created XB-ST might be perhaps one of the most unconventional vehicles ever manufactured by the Imperial Remnant. A combination of an AT-ST, B-Wing and X-Wing, the XB-ST combines elements of all three vehicles in order to be able to function as both a walker and a starfighter.

Depending on battlefield conditions, the XB-ST is capable of ground traversal and flight, being even capable of escaping a planet's atmosphere if so needed. When anti-aircraft fire is particularly heavy, the XB-ST can avoid being shot down by using its AT-ST legs, and when faced with obstacles that would render most ground vehicles incapable of movement, the XB-ST can simply fly over them using its 4L4 Fusial Thrust Engines, giving the vehicle unparalleled versatility.

Unfortunately, though the XB-ST is capable of flight, that does not mean that it performs well, and can be outsped and outmaneuvered by most conventional starfighters and support craft. Furthermore, the XB-ST is relatively slow moving and a rather large target, making its deployment onto the battlefield something that must be done carefully and strategically.

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