Legacy of the Void Fleet-Chapter 34: Ch- 32 The corvettes (votes please)
Tyler’s next design, the LOF-92 "Vanguard Striker," was a sleek and highly agile A-shaped fighter built for close-range battles. While retaining forward-swept wings like its predecessor, it was noticeably more streamlined and maneuverable than the bulkier Aegis Talon.
Specifications:
- Length: 19.8 meters
- Width: 16.4 meters
- Height: 3.5 meters
- Primary Role: Close-range combat / Sector defense
- Secondary Role: Forward deployment operations
Key Features:
- Weaponry:
- Three dual-ion cannons, delivering sustained energy-based fire, effective against shields and hulls.
- Modular weapon hardpoints, allowing for flexible loadouts depending on mission needs.
Mobility & Power:
- Tier-1 Photon Engines (x2) – Providing solid thrust and speed for rapid engagement.
- Gravity Manipulation System – Enabled superior atmospheric maneuverability, allowing precise low-altitude combat and planetary deployment.
- Tier-2 Gen 2 Mini-Warp Drive – Gave it extended operational range, making it suitable for both defensive and offensive roles.
- Tier-2 Fusion Generator – Efficient power source, keeping systems running without excessive energy drain.
- Defensive Systems:
- Tier-2 Small-Scale Shield Generator – Increased survivability, allowing skilled pilots to engage multiple enemies with confidence.
Tactical Role & Advantages:
The Vanguard Striker was designed for versatility and high-speed combat, capable of fighting in both space and atmospheric conditions thanks to its gravity manipulation system. It was primarily used by sector defense forces, patrolling key regions and responding to incursions.
However, its mini-warp drive also made it viable for forward deployments, allowing it to strike beyond its immediate territory.
Pilots favored it for its adaptability, shielding, and modular weaponry, making it an excellent choice for those who preferred a fast, aggressive combat style. Its ability to seamlessly transition between deep-space dogfights and planetary engagements gave it an edge over many traditional fighters.
Tyler said these fighters are highly automated with built-in advanced systems, making them easier to pilot and handle, Kallus nodded.
Kallus scanned through the fighter craft designs, taking note of familiar models reminiscent of those from the Stargate series, the LOF X-Wing, B-Wing, and the LOF Kom’rk fighter—all of which had been upscaled versions of their original counterparts.
These fighters had their own strengths, but for now, Kallus was content with the Aegis Talon and Vanguard Striker and there upscale variants as the backbone of planetary defense forces.
Thinking ahead, he decided it was time to move on. "Enough with the fighters. Show me corvettes," Kallus instructed, knowing that going through every fighter design would take hours, time he couldn’t afford to waste.
Tyler nodded, fully aware that while fighter craft were essential, they were only one piece of the fleet composition. The real firepower and tactical edge lay in corvettes—ships that could serve as fast-attack units, escorts, or even command vessels for small fleets.
With that, Tyler began showcasing corvette designs, ensuring that only the top-tier models were presented—ones that could be seamlessly integrated into their void fleet, meeting both combat effectiveness and strategic viability based on their specifications.
Tyler showcased more than five corvette class designs, among which Kallus favored two. Both had a triangular shape with sleek curves that enhanced their aesthetic appeal. One was lightly armored, prioritizing speed and maneuverability, while the other featured partial armor for added durability, ensuring a balance between offense, defense, and mobility.
Despite their differences in armor, both ships were equipped with identical weapon systems to ensure standardization and ease of fleet integration.
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LAC-37 "Phantom Dagger" (Light Corvette)
- Role: Fast-attack, Escort, Deep-space Raiding
- Length: 160 meters
- Width: 40 meters
- Height: 38 meters
- Armor Rating: Light (Minimal plating, reinforced frame)
Key Features:
- Stealth & Speed Focused:
- Lighter armor allows for higher acceleration, agility, and maneuverability, making it ideal for hit-and-run tactics.
- Advanced ECM Suite reduces sensor visibility, making it harder to detect.
- Weapon Systems:
- 2 Large-Caliber Canister-Shot Cannons (hidden under the hull, deployed in battle)
- 6 Primary Pulse Batteries (mid-range energy-based rapid-fire weapons)
- 8 Secondary Laser Batteries (precision anti-fighter/escort weapons)
- 6 Missile Pods (for guided munitions and saturation attacks)
- 12 Point-Defense Laser Systems (strategically placed across the hull)
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- Propulsion system.
- Fusion Drives: They essentially convert the power generated by the fusion reactor into electrical energy, which then powers the three plasma thrusters.
- These drives are not only efficient but also provide higher speeds.
- Defensive Systems:
- Tier-2 Shield Generator (solid energy barrier for high survivability)
- Electromagnetic Field Generator (protects against EMP attacks)
- Power & Propulsion:
- Quasi Tier-1 Fusion Reactor (primary energy source)
- Fuel: Hydrogen Isotopes (Deuterium, Tritium, Helium-3)
- High-speed stabilizers for improved atmospheric handling and micro-warp maneuvers.
- Additional Features:
- Tier-1 Faster-than-Light (FTL) Drive
-Tier-1 Stealth Coating (Minimizes radar signature)
- Docking Bay for Light Drones (Recon and repair units)
Tactical Role & Strengths:
- Lightning-fast interception & ambush attacks.
- Evasion over endurance; superior in engagements where mobility is key.
- Can operate in deep space and within planetary atmospheres.
- Ideal for flanking enemy formations.
- Versatile and can operate independently for scouting missions.
Weaknesses:
- Lighter armor makes it vulnerable in prolonged engagements.
- Limited endurance for long-range missions.
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PAC-42 "Iron Fang" (Partially Armored Corvette)
- Role: Assault Corvette, Fleet Escort, Frontline Combat
- Length: 190 meters
- Width: 68 meters
- Height: 46.8 meters
- Armor Rating: Medium (Reinforced plating, additional hull integrity)
Key Features:
- Tougher & More Durable:
- Heavier armor plating increases survivability, allowing it to sustain more damage in combat.
- Stronger structural reinforcements improve integrity during high-stress maneuvers.
- Weapon Systems:
(Same as Phantom Dagger for fleet standardization)
- 2 Large-Caliber Canister-Shot Cannons (hidden under the hull, deployed in battle)
- 6 Primary Pulse Batteries
- 8 Secondary Laser Batteries
- 6 Missile Pods
- 12 Point-Defense Laser Systems
- Propulsion system.
- Fusion Drives: They essentially convert the power generated by the fusion reactor into electrical energy, which then powers the three plasma thrusters.
- These drives are not only efficient but also provide higher speeds.
- Defensive Systems:
- Tier-2 Shield Generator (enhanced energy protection)
- Electromagnetic Field Generator (protects against EMP attacks)
- Heavier Armor Plating (Absorbs more damage but reduces speed slightly)
- Power & Propulsion:
- Quasi Tier-1 Fusion Reactor (primary energy source)
- Fuel: Hydrogen Isotopes (Deuterium, Tritium, Helium-3)
- Standard stabilizers for improved handling in both space and atmospheric combat.
Additional Features:
- Tier-1 FTL Drive (More efficient than the Light Corvette’s for sustained operations)
- Hardened Communications & Sensor Suite (For battlefield awareness)
Tactical Role & Strengths:
- Designed for sustained frontline combat, able to take more damage than the Phantom Dagger.
- Less agile, but better suited for prolonged firefights.
- Can support fleet operations or lead small detachments in independent missions.
- Serves as a reliable escort for larger warships.
Weaknesses:
- Slightly reduced speed and agility compared to the Dagger-Class.
- Higher maintenance due to additional armor and shielding requirements.
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Fleet Integration:
- Phantom Daggers would excel in fast-attack and support roles, overwhelming enemies before retreating.
- Iron Fangs would function as mainline combat corvettes, leading assaults and holding defensive lines.
Now, moving on to frigate-class ships," Tyler said, as he showcased more than five designs. He focused on two among them—the Striker-class frigate and the Titan-class frigate
[SF-398 "Striker" Class Light Frigate]
(Partially Armored, High-Speed, Tactical Frigate)
[ Dimensions:]
- Length: 398 meters
- Width: 86 meters
- Height: 68 meters
[Armor & Defense:]
- Hull Composition: Reinforced titanium-composite with graphene-laced plating for lightweight protection.
- Armor Rating: Medium-Light, designed for maneuverability while offering decent protection.
- Shielding: Tier-2 Electrostatic & Kinetic Deflection Shield (high-speed deflectors but weaker to prolonged impacts).
- Countermeasures: Flares, electronic warfare jammers, and adaptive camouflage coating.
[Power Generator]
-Tier-1 midium scale fusion Reators
-Fuel: Hydrogen Isotopes (Helium-3)
-High-speed stabilizers for improved atmospheric handling and micro-warp maneuvers
[Primary Armament:]
- 2x Tier-1 SE Class 203 Gen 6 Pulverizer Railguns
- Length: 40m, Width: 26m, Height: 11.2m
- Caliber: 425mm
- Capabilities: Fires hypervelocity solid projectiles at extreme speeds, designed for taking down frigates, cruisers, and capital ships. Generates strong electric fields to propel the projectile.
[Secondary Weapons:]
- 12–18x Secondary Batteries
- Mix of Tier-1 Dual Plasma Cannons and Light Railgun Emplacements
- 10–13x Missile Tubes
- Can launch all warhead types, including:
- Gravitational Missiles
- Antimatter Warheads
- EMP Disruptors
- Kinetic Penetrators
Point Defense System:
- 10x Tier-1 Laser Turrets
- Short-range anti-fighter and anti-missile defense system
Propulsion & Speed:
- Engines: Twin Gravimetric Impulse Drives
- Max Speed: 0.12c (12% of light speed)
- Maneuverability: Very High (designed for evasive maneuvers)
Crew & Deployment:
- Crew Capacity: 10-25 personnel due to automation
- Fighter/Drones: 2 small drone bays for recon and repair drones
Role:
- Fast-attack, flanking maneuvers, hit-and-run against larger ships, interceptor for enemy capital ships.
SF-468 "Titan" Class Heavy Frigate
(Heavily Armored, Frontline Assault Frigate)
Dimensions:
- Length: 468 meters
- Width: 92 meters
- Height: 80 meters
Armor & Defense:
- Hull Composition: Advanced Durasteel-Titanium Alloy with Ablative Neutron Plating.
- Armor Rating: Heavy, capable of withstanding capital ship fire for prolonged engagements.
- Shielding: Tier-3 Layered Deflector Shield System (capable of absorbing kinetic and energy-based impacts).
- Countermeasures: Multi-frequency jamming, defensive ECM (Electronic Countermeasures), flare dispersal system.
Power Generator
Tier-1 midium scale fusion Reators
Fuel: Hydrogen Isotopes (Helium-3)
High-speed stabilizers for improved atmospheric handling and micro-warp maneuvers
Primary Armament:
- 2x Tier-1 SE Class 203 Gen 6 Pulverizer Railguns (Same as Light Frigate)
- 1x ER-204 E-Pulverizer Energy Railgun (Exclusive to Heavy Frigate)
- Length: 42m, Width: 28m, Height: 12.5m
- Caliber: 460mm (Energy-Compressed Photon Projectiles)
- Capabilities:
- Fires high-energy photon/energy pulses capable of shield penetration and electrical system disruption.
- Deals severe damage to enemy subsystems while still impacting hull integrity.
Secondary Weapons:
- 15–18x Secondary Batteries (More than Light Frigate)
- Mix of Tier-1 Dual Plasma Cannons and light Railgun Emplacements
- 12–15x Missile Tubes (More than Light Frigate)
- Can launch all advanced warheads, including:
- Gravitational Warheads
- Antimatter Torpedoes
- EMP Pulsar Missiles
- Plasma Cluster Bombs
Point Defense System:
- 10x Tier-1 Laser Turrets
- Auto-tracking energy turrets for anti-missile and anti-fighter coverage
Propulsion & Speed:
- Engines: High-Power Gravimetric Core with Fusion Booster Thrusters
- Max Speed: 0.08c (8% of light speed) (Slower but more durable than Light Frigate)
- Maneuverability: Moderate (Designed for brute force rather than agility)
Crew & Deployment:
- Crew Capacity: 15-35 personnel due to high autoamation
- Fighter/Drones: 3 small drone bays + 1 medium drone bay (combat drones)
Role:
- Heavy assault, frontline skirmishing, escorting larger ships, suppression fire in fleet battles.
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