Republic Engineering
Artificial Intelligence
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
Intent: To create an overhauled model of an A-wing Starfighter, recovered, and serviced by the Jedi Master - Arcanus Sunstrider.
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Canon Link: RZ-1 Mk II A-wing Interceptor.
Restricted Missions: If Required.
Primary Source(s): RZ-1 A-wing Interceptor, Eta-2 Actis Interceptor, Colonial Viper (BSG).
PRODUCTION INFORMATION
Manufacturer: Alliance Underground Engineering (Original Design.); Incom Corporation (Production); Arcanus Sunstrider (Overhaul.)
Model: RZ-1 Mk II A-wing Interceptor. “The Chronos.”
Affiliation: Mara-Perlemian Trade Council (Jedi Order), Arcanus Sunstrider.
Production: Unique.
Material: Titanium Alloy Frame, Ablative Chromium Hull Plating (Reinforced Duraplast, Impregnated), Integrated Fijisi Wood Paneling, Various Starfighter Components, Encompassing Enamel Coating.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Classification: Starfighter; Interceptor; Strike Fighter; Force Reconnaissance.
Length: 9.6 Metres.
Width: 6.48 Metres.
Height: 1.91 Metres (Fuselage Only); 3.11 Metres (Stabilizers Included.)
Armament:
- [2] Borstel RG-9 Laser Cannons (Gimbal 360’ Rotation and Fast-track Mountings, Fire and Twin-linked, Stutter-Fire Capable.) [Overhauled to modern standards.]
- [2] SW-7a Light Ion Cannons (Gimbal 360’ Rotation and Fast-track Mountings, Fire and Twin-linked.) [Overhauled to modern standards.]
- [2] Dymek HM-6 Concussion Missile Launchers (Six Concussion Missiles per Launcher.) [Overhauled to modern standards.]
Defenses:
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Titanium Alloy Skeletal Frame.
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Reinforced Chromium Armour Plating. (Enamel Coated.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Deflector Shields. (Overlapped Particle and Ray Shielding.)
- Chaff and Flare Launcher(s).
- Emergency Maneuvering Thruster(s).
- Miniaturized Cap Drain with EM Insulation (Reinforced Duraplast.)
Squadron Count: Not Applicable, Unique Starfighter.
Maneuverability Rating: 96 DPF - High.
Speed Rating: Very High.
Maximum Acceleration (Space): 21 MGLT/s
MGLT: 120 MGLT
Maximum Atmospheric Speed: 1,300 Km/H (Faster with Deflector Shields.)
Power Plant: MPS Bpr-99 Fusion Reactor. [Overhauled to Modern Standards.]
Secondary Power Plant: Retractable Solar Ionization Panel(s) and Conversion Module.
Engine Unit(s): [2] Novaldex J-77 Event Horizon(s) [Overhauled to Modern Standards.]
Primary Hyperdrive Rating: Class 1.0
Secondary Hyperdrive Rating: Class 4.0
Crew: One Pilot, One Astromech Droid - Modified BB Unit Housing.
Passengers: N/A
Cargo Capacity: Fourty Kilograms - Various Survival Equipment.
Consumables: One Week - Standard Military Rations.
STANDARD FEATURES
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Titanium Alloy Skeletal Frame.
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Reinforced Chromium Armour Plating. (Enamel Coated.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Deflector Shields. (Overlapped Particle and Ray Shielding.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Sensor Systems. (Overhauled Ans-7e with PA-94 LR Phased Tachyon Detection Array, and PG-7u SR Primary Threat Analysis Grid.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Targeting Systems. (Overhauled ANq 3.6 Tracking Computer, and IN-344-B “Sightline” Holographic Imaging System.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Navigation Systems. (Overhauled LpL-449 NavComp.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Avionics Package. (Overhauled Rq9.Z Flight Control.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Life Support System. (Additional Redundant Oxygen Tanks.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Emergency Thrusters. (Reloadable Chemical Propellent.)
- Standard [Military-Grade.] Electronic Countermeasures.
- Miradyne 4x Phantom Short-Range Sensor Jammer. (Overhauled.)
- Missile Deactivation Transmitter. (Close-Range.)
- Anti-Ordinance EM Probe Launcher. (Long-Range.)
- 220-SIG Tactical Sensor Jamming Device.
- IFF Confuser.
- Retractable Solar Ionization Panel(s) and Conversion Module.
- Miniaturized Cap Drain.
- Fast and Nimble Strike Fighter / Interceptor.
- Comprehensive Countermeasure Suite. (Including EWAR and ECM Systems.)
- Impressive Gimbal-mounted Turret Firing Arc(‘s).
- Stutter-Fire Lasers (When toggled, the Cannons produce a weaker beam as an offset for increased rate of fire.)
- Reinforced Chromium Armour Plating (Moderate Resistance/Dispersion Rating to Laser Weaponry.)
- Minimal Kinetic (Non-Small Arms) Resistance (Vulnerable once Shields are Depleted.)
- Interceptor - Grade Shielding (Weaker than Standard Superiority Fighters.)
- Interceptor - Grade Armour Plating (Weaker than Standard Superiority Fighters.)
- Overhauled Systems (Countered by Various Advanced Systems. Situationally Dependant.)
- Stutter-Fire Lasers (When toggled, the Cannons produce a weaker beam as an offset for increased rate of fire.)
Utilizing the designs of the Tammuz-an R-22 Spearhead, coupled with the knowledge they had attained by looking at various interceptors of the past, the pair - along with a daring pilot - set about to improve on what had come before. After several years, and various successes, the RZ-1 “A-Wing” entered the Rebellion’s service as their adopted, and primary Interceptor, at some point following the tumultuous Battle of Yavin. The records pertaining to this history are unclear, and as such, were unable to pinpoint the exact date at which the RZ-1 had entered widespread use within the Alliance to Restore the Republic’s armed forces.
However; shortly after the Battle of Endor and during the decline of the Galactic Empire thereafter, the A-wing had undergone a generational advancement as the Mark II had entered production, and service soon after.
This was where the history of the Chronos began.
Pushed into service after the Battle of Endor, the RZ-1 MkII that would eventually take the name of “The Chronos” drifted from Alliance Warship to New Republic Warship, as it’s pilots were replaced and rotated throughout the growing armada. It earned numerous battle honours over the years and was commanded by various commanders of note, before meeting its untimely demise during the Second Galactic Civil War. For nearly eight centuries, the wreck of the famed RZ-1 had remained preserved within the glacier surface of some long forgotten world, until disturbed by the galaxy-spanning war between the titanic forces of the resurgent One Sith and Republic forces. Found in the aftermath, along with the preserved skeleton of its former pilot, the Jedi Knight - Arcanus Sunstrider, carefully excised the crashed starfighter from it’s frozen grave and brought the vessel back from its enforced retirement to serve once again.
Using his status within the Republic Military, the newly dubbed “Chronos” had its systems and entire structure overhauled to the modern standard, so that the ancient starfighter would prove to be more than a match for various interceptors deployed during this newfound era. When the vessel was complete, and ready to embark on its first combat operation, the Galactic Republic had crumbled - and many of its Admiral’s had defected to other factions staking their claim in the great galactic game. This left the Jedi Arcanus adrift amongst the stars, as the religious body he had sworn himself to, was reviled by the masses for failing in their charge to defend the innocent and uphold the laws of the ailing Republic.
So, in the years following the Fall of Yutan and the Siege of Coruscant, the "Chronos" had become nothing more than an overpriced relic sailing atop the solar winds, as it’s owner searched for purpose - during the era dwindling of light.
