Ship: Ariadne Corvette
Overview
| Class | Corvette |
|---|---|
| Role | Reconnaissance |
| Manufacturer | Betelgeuse Imperial Shipyards |
The Ariadne is a comparatively large ship which fills an auxiliary role inside the confederate navy. Often sent on long missions in groups of no more than 3, these vessels saw significant use in the buildup to the Second Gate War and afterwards as sentries in the Kryx Nebula Fields.
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Specifications
| HP | 31 |
|---|---|
| AC | 14 |
| Armor | 10 |
| Speed | 2 |
| Crew Skill | +2 |
| Power | 10/0 free |
| Mass | 10/3 free |
| Crew | 6 / 12 |
| Hull Class | Frigate |
| NPC CP | 4 |
| Hardpoints | 5 |
| Weapons | (see under Armaments (Game Mechanics)) |
| Fittings | Survey Sensor Array, Ship’s Locker, Extended Stores, Nano-Repair Bots |
| Cost | 800M base price, 430k maintenance, 330k yearly crew cost for 6 crew |
| Hull Dimensions | Length: 75m Width: 25m Height: 10m Mass: 18.000t |
Others (Technical Fluff)
| Cargo Capacity | 2 TEU |
|---|---|
| Power | 1x IBTD IF-45/a Fusion Fuel Cell |
| Propulsion | 2 x DEW Di-Ion “Endurance” Engines LYI A5-Class Short-Warp Core |
| Sensors | DEW AAR-78 Radar System ZCS ER70x Long-Range Transciever DEW ANT-1/M QuDAR Mapping Suite |
| Armaments | 1x RMI 510mm “Sealion” Torpedo Launcher, 2x RMI 60mm Autocannon Defense Turret |
Armaments here is what is physically mounted on the ship, for what weapons the ship can utilize in combat, see under Armaments (Game Mechanics)
Armaments (Game Mechanics)
| Weapon | Attack Bonus | Damage | Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torpedo Launcher | +2 | 3d8 | AP 20, Ammo 4 |
| 60mm Autocannon Defense Turret | +1 | 2d4 | Flak |
Defenses (Only on Military Ships)
| Defense Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Foxer Drones | +2 AC for one round when fired, Ammo 5 |
Operational History
Ariadne Corvettes were extensively utilized during the Second Gate War, often assigned to critical reconnaissance missions that paved the way for larger fleet movements. Their high-endurance systems allowed them to spend weeks in hostile territories, gathering intelligence on enemy fleet movements and infrastructure. After the war, many Ariadne Corvettes were stationed in the Kryx Nebula Fields, monitoring unregulated gate travel and acting as first responders to pirate incursions. Notably, one squadron of Ariadne Corvettes thwarted a major smuggling operation in the outer regions of UPoS territory by deploying advanced sensor tactics and precision strikes.
Typical Missions
| Mission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Expeditions Escort | Ariadne Corvettes were often utilized as armed escorts in the far eastern regions of the galaxy to protect civilian ships from pirates and other dangers |
| Kryx Stakeout | Used as a sensors and listening platform in UPoS adjacent or independent systems. |
| Deep Space Recon | Deployed ahead of major fleet actions to gather tactical intelligence on enemy fortifications, patrols, and gate networks. |
Story Hooks
Lost Corvette An Ariadne Corvette has gone missing in the Kryx Nebula Fields during a high-priority reconnaissance mission. The PCs are hired to locate it and recover any sensitive data before it falls into enemy hands. The Betrayal of Squadron Theta A squadron of Ariadne Corvettes has defected, taking critical military intelligence with them. The PCs must track and confront the rogue officers while uncovering the reason behind their betrayal. The Experimental Sensor Array: cutting-edge prototype sensor array has been installed on an Ariadne Corvette. While testing the system, the ship vanished, sending only a cryptic distress signal. The PCs are tasked with investigating the anomaly.
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