- Intent: To update the infamous TIE/IN Interceptor for the Starfighter Corps of the Empire's starfleet.
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TIE/IN Interceptor - TIE/LN Mark IV Space Superiority Starfighter
- Manufacturer: The Galactic Empire
- Model: TIE/IN Mark IV Interceptor
- Affiliation: The Galactic Empire
- Production: Mass Produced
- Material:
Quadanium-lined Durasteel Hull - Titanium-reinforced Alusteel Frame
- Transparisteel Viewports
- Classification: Interceptor
- Length: 9.6 meters
- Width: 9 meters
- Height: 5.7 meters
- Armament: Average
x2 Chin-mounted Laser Cannons - x4 Wingtip Light Laser Cannons
- x1 Multipurpose Warhead Launchers
3 warheads
[*]Defenses: Very Low
- Reinforced Hull
[*]Squadron Count: 12
[*]Maneuverability Rating: High
[*]Speed Rating: Moderate
[*]Hyperdrive Class: N/A
- Starfighter Twin Ion Engine
- Starfighter Hazard and Damage Control Systems
- Starfighter Life Support Systems
- Starfighter Navigational Systems
- Starfighter Sensors and Targeting Systems
T-s9a Targeting Computer
[*]Starfighter Communications Systems
[*]Holonet Transceiver and Encryption/Decryption Networks
- Advanced Targeting Suite - The improved TIE/IN Interceptor is equipped with a highly advanced targeting computer that allows the ship to perform complex maneuvers during dogfighting but still maintain an excellent degree of accuracy.
- Pack Mentality - While a TIE Interceptor alone is rather weak, an entire squadron of these fighters can wreak havoc on other enemies. The fact that a standard Imperial star destroyer holds six squadrons (a total of 72 TIEs of different variants), should be clue enough that they are much deadlier in larger numbers.
- Interceptor - With its focus mostly on speed, the TIE Interceptor is designed to, quite literally, intercept enemy bombers and warheads; their array of laser cannons and great maneuverability making for a deadly combination.
- Near Defenseless - All that stands between the TIE Interceptor and destruction is its reinforced hull plating, which quite frankly cannot withstand anything at or above a standard turbolaser.
- Pack Mentality - A TIE alone is simply no match when facing similarly-armed adversaries, it works best in squadrons.
- No Hyperdrive - The TIE/IN like its predecessor and most other TIE-series models, does not feature a hyperdrive; meaning that it requires a carrier ship to be deployed in battle most of the time, and that it would be stranded without one.
The second entry into the Mark IV starfighter line, the TIE/IN has always been a prominent fighter in the Imperial Starfighter Corps' arsenal, produced in numbers nearly rivaling that of the TIE/LN. Designed solely for dogfighting on a massive scale, the TIE Interceptor exceeds expectations with its fantastic maneuverability and speed, making it the choice of ace Imperial pilots all over the territories of the Empire.
With its purpose set on taking down both snubfighters and bomber craft, the Mark IV required a large compliment of weapons to assist it in piercing through heavy armor and shields. Six laser cannons of varying power have been installed, as well as a multi-purpose warhead launcher that can equip both proton torpedoes and concussion missiles. An advanced targeting computer ensures that it can always stay on target even while executing exotic maneuvers.
These feats of strength aside, the TIE Interceptor does not fair as well individually, sadly outgunned by ships of the same class due to its poor shielding but decent armor. This is made up for by its ability to be manufactured cheaply and effortlessly by the Imperial Core of Engineers. Overall, it will make a fine addition to the Imperial Navy, and a deadly adversary to face on the field of battle.
