Ship: RX-01 “Arbelest” Support Craft
Class Overview
| Class | Strikecraft |
|---|---|
| Role | Close Air Support & Mission Support |
| Manufacturer | Betelgeuse Imperial Shipyards |
A compact craft designed to provide close air support, reconnaissance, and emergency maintenance assistance to deployed mech units.
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Class Specifications
| HP | 12 |
|---|---|
| AC | 10 |
| Armor | 5 |
| Speed | 5 |
| Crew Skill | +2 |
| Power | 10 / 5 free |
| Mass | 5 / 0 free |
| Crew | 2 / 3 |
| Hull Class | Fighter |
| NPC CP | 4 |
| Weapons | (see under Armaments (Game Mechanics)) |
| Fittings | Lifeboats, Automation Support, Battlefield Support Kit |
| Hardpoints | 2 |
| Cost | 50M base price, 1.2M maintenance, 550k yearly crew cost for 3 |
| Hull Dimensions | Length: 30m Width: 12m Height: 8m Mass: 20t |
Others (Technical Fluff)
| Cargo Capacity | - |
|---|---|
| Power | 1x LFS Type-12 Fusion Fuel Cell |
| Propulsion | 2x IBTD Cold-Chemical “Hopper” VTOL Engines |
| Sensors | DEW AAR-78xF Radar System ZCS ER70x Long-Range Transciever |
| Armaments | 1x RMI SPB-12 Sandthrower 1x RMI 70mm Rocket Pod |
Armaments here is what is physically mounted on the ship, for what weapons the ship can utilize in combat, see under Armaments (Game Mechanics)
Class Armaments (Game Mechanics)
| Weapon | Attack Bonus | Damage | Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70mm Rocket Pod | +2 | 2d4 | Concussive, Ammo 1 |
| Sandthrower | +2 | 2d4 | Flak |
Defenses (Only on Military Ships)
| Defense Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Hardened Polyceramic Overlay | AP quality of attacking weapons reduced by 5 |
Operational History
The RX-01 “Arbelest” has been deployed as a support element in multiple planetary assault operations, providing cover fire, emergency repair assistance, and reconnaissance data to mech lances engaged in urban and wilderness theaters.
Typical Missions
| Mission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Escort & Fire Support | Accompany mechs, engage light targets, and suppress enemy positions |
| Field Repair & Recon | Perform battlefield repairs and gather sensor data for forward units |
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Additional Details
The RX-01 “Arbelest” often operates in tandem with specialized dropships, maintaining a supporting role to prolong mech deployment times and enhance frontline unit effectiveness.