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- Intent: To recreate an Iconic Starfighter for the Modern Era, with a Plethora of Advancements. #BleedingEdge
- Image Source: Virago | Wookieepedia Article.
- Canon Link: Not Applicable.
- Permissions: Company Usage.
- Primary Source: Repurposed Canon Articles, Artificial Intelligence, Star Wars: Squadrons.
- Manufacturer: Mythosaur Forgeworks - Orbital War Forges.
- Affiliation: The Death Watch Crusade.
- Market Status: Closed-Market.
- Elite Starfighter Squadron(s,) or Player Character Units.
- Model: Mk IV StarViper - Class Attack Platform.
- Modularity: Yes;
- Exchangeable Energy-weapon Mounts.
- Production: Limited-scale Production.
- Material:
- Carbon-Durasteel and Turadium Composite Armour Plating (Ablative.)
- Duranium Skeletal Hull Frame, with Laminanium Structural Plating.
- Neuranium (Anti-Scanning) Hull Liner.
- Reinforced Duraplast Hull Liner with Anti-Ionic Mesh (Faraday Cage.)
- Dallorian Alloy and Agrinium Panels (Where Appropriate.)
- Myoflex Heat Sinks.
- Transparent Reinforced Duraplast Viewports.
- Various Starfighter Components.
- Classification: Space Superiority Starfighter.
- Length: 9.0 Metres.
- Width: 9.0 Metres.
- Height: 20 Metres.
- Armament: High Rating.
- Two Repeating Particle Beam Cannons [Armature-mounted, Exchangeable.]
- Exchangeability Requires Pre-Flight Mounting/Fitting. Cannot Change Loadout in Flight. Power Restrictions in Place; No Turbolasers, or Super-high Powered Weaponry.
- Firing Modes: Single Cannon, Double Cannon.
- Alternate Firing Modes:
- Stutter-fire - Low-powered Bolts followed by Fully-powered Bolts.
- Overcharged - Slow-firing Bolts with a Slightly Higher Damage Output.
- Pulse-fire - Three-bolt Bursts, with a marginal Cooling Phase in between Firing Cycles.
- Exchangeability Requires Pre-Flight Mounting/Fitting. Cannot Change Loadout in Flight. Power Restrictions in Place; No Turbolasers, or Super-high Powered Weaponry.
- Two Ion Disruptor Cannons [Underslung; Fuselage-mounted.]
- Three Flexible Warhead Launcher [Underslung; Fuselage-mounted.]
- Payload Capacity: Eight Variable Warheads.
- Tertiary Payload Capacity: Four Brilliant Discord Missiles.
- Firing Modes: Quick-lock Missile Launch, Standard Missile Launch, Multi-Missile Launch.
- Two Repeating Particle Beam Cannons [Armature-mounted, Exchangeable.]
- Defences: Average Rating.
- Standard Armour and Hull Plating.
- Composite Construction: Overlaid Materials Reinforce the Spaceframe without Compromising Space-worthiness.
- Honeycombed Skeletal Structure, with Internalized Anticoncussion Field Generators.
- Overhauled AR-08 Ablative Plating: Resists Thermal Abrasion during Atmospheric Re-Entry; and Marginally Reduces Hull Damage during Combat - Micro-Meteors and Astro-Navigational Hazards (Activates only when Particle Shields Fail.)
- Standard Deflector Shield (Ray, Particle and Concussion Barriers; Overlaid.)
- Auxiliary Settings: Standard / Tactical Shield, or Assault Shield [Double Front.]
- Inclusive Ionic Shielding.
- Standard Maneuvering and Thrust-Vectoring Suite
- Maneuvering and Attitude Thrusters.
- Etheric Rudders.
- Atmospheric Thrusters (Atmosphere Required.)
- Inclusive EWAR Suite - Electronic Countermeasures, Chaff, Flare Launchers, Sensor Jammers, Targeting Jammers, Etc.
- Standard Armour and Hull Plating.
- Squadron Count: Low Rating.
- Eight Starfighters per Squadron.
- Maneuverability Rating: 75 DPF - High Rating.
- Speed Rating: High Rating.
- MGLT: 130 MGLT
- Maximum Atmospheric Speed: 1,450 Km/H - Higher Speeds attainable when S-foils are Locked.
- Hyperdrive: Equipped.
- Primary: Class 1.0.
- Secondary: None.
- Engine Unit(s): Ion Drive Units, with Integrated Repulsorlift Generator(s.)
- Primary Power Plant: Compact Fusion Reactor.
- Secondary Power Plant: Solar Ionization Conversion Module(s) with Retractable Agrinium Collection Arrays.
- Passengers:
- None.
- Crew Complement (Optimal): One Pilot, and Artificial Intelligence-capable Droid Brain.
- Crew Complement (Skeletal): One Artificial Intelligence-capable Droid Brain
- Escape Craft: One Detachable Cockpit Module.
- Cargo Capacity: 120 Kilograms.
- Consumables: One Week.
- Advanced Sensor and Targeting Systems.
- Advanced Avionics Package and Navigation System.
- Precision MicroJump Computer.
- Standard Life Support System, with Inertial Compensation System.
- Includes Trans-binary Deflector [Anti-Cosmic Radiation] and Rad-Dampening Energy Shields.
- Automatic Polarizing Canopy (Integrated Resistance to Blinding Lights; Synthetic or Natural.)
- Standard Damage and Hazard Control Systems.
- Standard Thermal and Atmospheric-Friction Shielding
- Standard Anti-Ion Emission Tracker (Anti-Hyperspace Tracking.)
- Standard Communication Systems, with Encrypted Military Keys.
- Standard Shift and Relativistic Shielding.
- Standard Integrated VTOL (Repulsorlift-based) System.
- Standard Landing Configuration and Retractable Struts.
- Standard Gyroscopic S-Foils Module(s.)
- State of the Art Internal Systems:
- Integrated Droid Brains, with Decentralized Artificial Intelligence Capabilities (Advanced Automaton, and Slaved Systems, Etc.)
- Holographic Terminal Interface(s.)
- Antisepsis Field, with Hermetic Cockpit Seals; Vacuum-capable.
- Advanced Targeting, Sensors, Navigation, and Avionics Suites.
- Honeycombed Skeletal Plating, with Anticoncussion Field Generators.
- Advanced Power Allocation System; Primary Modes: Engines, Weapons, or Shields.
- State of the Art External Systems:
- AR-08 Damage Reduction Armour Component.
- Laminanium Structural Plating, External Regenerative Properties.
- Integrated SubLight Acceleration Motor.
- Advanced Gyroscopic Functionalities, with Adjustable Wing Modules and Thrust Nacelles.
- Modular Wing Armatures, with Adaptable Targeting and Sensor Suites; Exchangeable Primary Weapons Array.
- Fire-linked and Fast-track Weapon Systems.
- State of the Art Countermeasures:
- Advanced Counter-Slicing Protocols and Equipment, with Quadruple Bio-hexacrypted Systems.
- Advanced Biometric Equipment, Terminal Access and Military Encryption Protocols.
- Internalized Shield Generators, and Emitters.
- Internalized Fusion Reactor.
- Integrated Neuranium (Anti-Scanning) Hull Liner.
- Anti-Tractor Beam Shroud.
- ABC Scrambler Probes.
- Anti-Ordnance EM Probe(s.)
- Missile Deactivators, and Sensor Inverters; Short-range Missile Interceptors and Jammers.
- Sensor Invertors - The Module, when activated, emits a pulse of Electromagnetic energy that Interferes with a Conventional Warhead's Seeking System. If affected, the Warhead's homing signal could be inverted, allowing the Projectile to be returned to sender.
- Animated Metal Sealant, with Automated Repair Remote.
- Seeker Nanomissile Warheads; Rear-firing Missile Interceptors - Requires Missile Target-lock to Properly Intercept Incoming Warheads.
- Squadron Mask; Disables Starfighter's Transponder via Dedicated Jamming Module, Requires Additional Starfighters to Increase Potency during a Dogfight.
- Highly Automated, with Animated Metal Sealant, Automated Repair Drones, and Minor Regenerative Properties.
- Advanced Countermeasure, Sensor, Navigation, Avionics and Targeting Suite(s.)
- Spatial Superiority Capabilities - Rapidly Alters Projected Trajectory, Adjustable Wing-modules, and Additional Maneuvering Thrusters.
- Swappable Weapon Mounts (Primary Weapons Only; Deployment Restrictions Apply - See Armament Rating.)
- Retracted Wing Modules - Increases Speed in Spatial and Atmospheric Theatres, but Reduces Maneuverability.
- Performance Enhancements:
- Shielded and Aerodynamic - Marginal Increase(s) in Speed and Maneuverability in Atmospheric Conditions.
- Advanced Power Coupling(s) - Capable of Shunting additional Power to Shields, Weapons, or Engines for Marginal Performance Increases.
- Squadron Mask - Disables Starfighter's Transponder via Dedicated Jamming Module; Best Used in Dogfights due to Pilot Confusion.
- SLAM System; Temporary Speed Boost at the Cost of Disabled Armament.
- Sensor Inverter; Short-ranged Missile Redirector via Microburst EM Pulse - Works best with Conventional Warheads.
- Heavy Automaton and Slaved Systems; Combat Performance is Significantly Hindered if Disabled by EMP attacks or excess Ionization.
- Limited EMP and Ion Resistance(s); Sustained Damage is Dependant on Attacking Device(s) Potency / Scale and Proximity.
- Fixed Forward Weapon Placements; Consistent Reorientation for Target Acquisition.
- Repulsorlift Jammers; Proximity Dependent as Jammers are Less Effective at a Distance.
- Massive Attack Profile; Greater Chances of Striking the Starfighter from the Bow or Stern.
- Advanced Power Couplings - Notable Dips in Operational Performance when Power's Allocated away from Major System(s.)
- Shunted to Engines: Weapons and Shielding are Weaker.
- Shunted to Weapons: Speed is Reduced and Shielding is Weaker.
- Shunted to Shields: Speed is Reduced and Weapons are Weaker.
- Squadron Mask - Disables Starfighter's Transponder via Dedicated Jamming Module; Ineffective at Range.
- Conventional Sensors are Not Effected and the Starfighter / Squadron can still be Targeted.
- Requires a "Cooldown" After Each Use.
- SLAM System; Reroutes Power from Weapons to Engines - Temporarily Disables Armament.
- External Weapon Mounts - Precision Fire can Cripple Starfighter's Lethality.
- Armoured Cockpit - Directly Exposed to incoming Enemy Fire.
- Assault Shield - Double Front; When Utilized, Port, Starboard and Aft Shielding is Weaker than the Bow / Fore Vector.
- Sensor Inverter; Works best with Conventional Warheads; Higher Chance of Failure in more Advanced Warheads.
It all began with the Virago. In the Era of our collective history when the might of the Galactic Empire was at its zenith, the Criminal Underworld was on the rise. Amongst the many Criminal Masterminds that arose during this period of time, there was one that stood above the rest. Prince Xizor, a Falleen from the Noble House of Sizhran. It was noted that this man was the undisputed master of the Black Sun during this time period, and was considered to be one of the wealthiest and influential beings in the known universe. Through his connections and credit-greased palms, Xizor managed to work alongside MandalMotors to exclusively produce a line of Starfighters. It isn’t known why Xizor had chosen the Mandalorian corporation, but many assumed it was because of the excellence in their designs.
Nevertheless, the Virago became the first of the nascent line of StarViper-Class Attack Platforms that were eventually produced throughout history. While many mocked the overall design scheme for it’s overly large forward and rear attack profile - those deriding voices were soon silenced when the Starfighter showcased its unmatched maneuverability in the aetheric void. With highly adjustable wing modules and thrust nacelles, the Virago was capable of incredible feats of reorientation during flight. It was capable of performing sharp turns with relative ease and was able to spin about with such alacrity whilst remaining still. As a matter of fact, many of the ancient MandalMotors design team believed that the Virago would become the premiere Starfighter of their age.
With its unmatched capability for variable geometric warfare and mastery of spatial mobility, the Virago and its subsequent successors would forevermore make their mark on history. Sadly, that dream was waylaid for several years, as the Prince of the Black Sun had exclusively bought the production rights to the StarViper - ensuring that none other than Xizor would have such a potent weapon. As it turned out, MandalMotors kept tinkering with the design in secret, and as soon as Prince Xizor was dead - the Company began selling a marginally inferior version of the Virago on the open market. Citing that their design was wholly Mandalorian in origin and that it embodied the very approach that ancient Warrior Culture took when concerning spatial warfare.
Thus, it was only natural that the StarViper found itself reborn within the ranks of the reformed Death Watch, and their Crusade.
Unlike the inferior models of the past, the Mark IV was comparable to the Virago - but fleshed out with a veritable host of modern technological advancements. Much of the original intent and design remained, as they were the foundations of the Starfighter. It’s overly large attack profile, with highly modular flight assembly and maneuverable thrust nacelles were some of the few implementations that were the mainstay of the entire attack craft. What made the Virago stand out from its spiritual successors, was that the targeting arrays and sensor systems weren’t built around the weapon systems. Instead, it seemed like the opposite was done, which would allow for a whole host of weapons to be swapped out - and their performance wouldn’t suffer due to incompatible hardware and software.
So, the Mandalorian Warsmith’s elected to follow in the steps of their ancestors and gave the Mark IV a pair of modular armatures that were built around a variable targeting and sensor assembly that was compatible with a wide variety of weapon systems. In many respects, the newest StarViper Starfighter now had a “plug-and-play” weapons array, which could be adapted to fit whatever loadout or mission profile that a Pilot could dream up. Almost all, except for Stealth operations - as that would require an extensive overhaul and refit. With such adaptability, maneuverability, and lethality weaved into a single spaceframe - it was a wonder why the many Criminal Enterprises across the Stars had taken a liking to this venerable, and iconic design.
Nevertheless, the Virago became the first of the nascent line of StarViper-Class Attack Platforms that were eventually produced throughout history. While many mocked the overall design scheme for it’s overly large forward and rear attack profile - those deriding voices were soon silenced when the Starfighter showcased its unmatched maneuverability in the aetheric void. With highly adjustable wing modules and thrust nacelles, the Virago was capable of incredible feats of reorientation during flight. It was capable of performing sharp turns with relative ease and was able to spin about with such alacrity whilst remaining still. As a matter of fact, many of the ancient MandalMotors design team believed that the Virago would become the premiere Starfighter of their age.
With its unmatched capability for variable geometric warfare and mastery of spatial mobility, the Virago and its subsequent successors would forevermore make their mark on history. Sadly, that dream was waylaid for several years, as the Prince of the Black Sun had exclusively bought the production rights to the StarViper - ensuring that none other than Xizor would have such a potent weapon. As it turned out, MandalMotors kept tinkering with the design in secret, and as soon as Prince Xizor was dead - the Company began selling a marginally inferior version of the Virago on the open market. Citing that their design was wholly Mandalorian in origin and that it embodied the very approach that ancient Warrior Culture took when concerning spatial warfare.
Thus, it was only natural that the StarViper found itself reborn within the ranks of the reformed Death Watch, and their Crusade.
Unlike the inferior models of the past, the Mark IV was comparable to the Virago - but fleshed out with a veritable host of modern technological advancements. Much of the original intent and design remained, as they were the foundations of the Starfighter. It’s overly large attack profile, with highly modular flight assembly and maneuverable thrust nacelles were some of the few implementations that were the mainstay of the entire attack craft. What made the Virago stand out from its spiritual successors, was that the targeting arrays and sensor systems weren’t built around the weapon systems. Instead, it seemed like the opposite was done, which would allow for a whole host of weapons to be swapped out - and their performance wouldn’t suffer due to incompatible hardware and software.
So, the Mandalorian Warsmith’s elected to follow in the steps of their ancestors and gave the Mark IV a pair of modular armatures that were built around a variable targeting and sensor assembly that was compatible with a wide variety of weapon systems. In many respects, the newest StarViper Starfighter now had a “plug-and-play” weapons array, which could be adapted to fit whatever loadout or mission profile that a Pilot could dream up. Almost all, except for Stealth operations - as that would require an extensive overhaul and refit. With such adaptability, maneuverability, and lethality weaved into a single spaceframe - it was a wonder why the many Criminal Enterprises across the Stars had taken a liking to this venerable, and iconic design.
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