Kobashi Shipyards
Overview
| Type | Starship Developer |
|---|---|
| Alignment | Neutral Good |
| Role | Vessel Development / Construction |
| Organization | Company |
| Size | 4 - Galactic Operations |
Iconography
Profile
| CEO | Akiko Kobashi |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Alcyon VI Orbital Drydocks, Balcora |
| Founding Date | 2210 |
| Primary Industry | Starship Design and Manufacturing |
| Flagship Product | - |
| Secondary Industries | Space Station Construction, AI Modules |
| Annual Revenue | 45B Cillings |
| R&D Focus | Streamlined Hulls, Branding, Frontier Designs |
| Subsidiaries | Placeholder |
Story
Founded during the expansionist boom of the 23nd century, Kobashi Shipyards started as a small family-run business supplying starship components to independent traders. Over the centuries, it grew into a major player in the galactic shipbuilding industry, famed for its innovation and commitment to quality. The company’s turning point came when they settled on a cornerstone branding of streamlined, recognizable, high-quality hull profile that integrates top-of-the-line components.
Another big step for the company was the procurement of a military contract with the Unified Planets of Sol, opening up a new avenue as a defense contractor. The company also has a fledgling branch of frontier vessels.
Philosophy
Kobashi Shipyards is guided by the principles of reputation and reliability. The company believes in empowering individuals and smaller organizations to succeed in the galaxy’s most challenging environments, promoting exploration and growth through dependable technology.
Relationships
| Faction | Relationship Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Unified Planets of Sol | Contractor | Defense Contractor, supplying the Dumah and Arakiel Class to the UPN |
| Lanternyard Incorporated | Rival | Competes in large-scales logistics and freighter markets. |
| Steelhead Mining Co. | Supplier | SMC supplies military and high grade materials to the Kobashi Manufacturing Plants. |
Organization
Headquarters: Alcyon VI Orbital Drydocks, Balcora
Leader(s): Akiko Kobashi, CEO
Prominent Members: Hiroshi Tanaka (R&D Lead), Yasmin Patel (Head of Operations)
Kobashi Shipyards’ organizational structure emphasizes innovation, with dedicated teams for modular technology, AI-assisted systems, and frontier-specific designs.
Resources and Methods
Resources
| Resource | Description | Origin | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcyon Drydocks | Orbital manufacturing facility | Alcyon VI System | Starship assembly and testing |
| AI Development Labs | Research hub for ship automation | Albion | Automation systems for vessels |
Methods
| Method | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Modular Construction | Ships built in interchangeable parts | Customization for diverse missions |
| Frontier Prototyping | Rigorous testing in extreme conditions | Ensures reliability in deep space |
| Adaptive R&D | Collaboration with explorers | Aligns designs with user needs |
Background
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Products
Starships
| Name | Branch | Use-Case | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arakiel EWACS Frigate | Military | Fleet Support | Conducting long-range surveillance in hostile zones. |
| Dumah Guided Missile Cruiser | Military | ||
| Hozumi Freighter | Civilian | Long Range Courier | - |
Components
| Name | Branch | Use-Case | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type-1 Ion Engines | Small Craft Propulsion | ||
| ”Thorner” Plasma Infuser Engines | Military | High Performance Small Craft Propulsion |