25-12-2003, 06:42
If you give me a generous enough offer I might sell you some of these high class ships and weaponry, but for the most part this is just a post telling that I am building these ships.
Bombers
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GTB Athena
Dubbed the "lightning bomber" by some of its pilots, this little wonder was the mainstay of the GTA fleet before it started developing its bigger warheads. While it doesn't have nearly as much capacity for bombs or the hull strength of its younger brothers, it is still in use today for quick hit and run strikes. Its relatively small frame is carried well by its fast engines, allowing it to achieve speeds even greater than the Terran Heavy Assault Fighter. While this bomber it pretty useless against the bigger ships, it definitely hasn't outlived its usefulness against transports and freighters. Its massive afterburner fuel reserve is its biggest advantage, its lack of good primary and anti-fighter secondary weapons, its biggest weakness. This bomber is also suitable for disabling a craft.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtb-medusa.jpg
GTB Medusa
The Medusa is the current standard issue strike bomber. It can be deployed against small targets and large, and has the ability to take out lots of little stuff, or a few big stuff. It is your typical mediocre bomber, and is used whenever available against the cruisers and freighters of the enemy. It has the ability to carry every current GTA secondary but the Harbinger, but its primaries are limited. Its speed isn't horrible, but its maneuverability leaves much to be desired. Its main weakness is its lack of disabling weapons. This bomber is meant for destruction only. As it doesn't have much anti-fighter abilities (only one primary bank), it is imperative that any operations with this bomber be covered by a fighter escort. Its single turret can only protect it for so long.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtb-ursa.jpg
GTB Ursa
This is the biggest bomber currently in GTA service. With the ability to carry almost any weapon, it is almost always the weapon of choice when you just have to take out every Cruiser in the star system. This is THE Assault Bomber. With a length of 41 meters and a mass that dwarfs even the biggest of fighter-class ships, this hunk of metal can barely get enough engine power on default settings to enter subspace. While the armor and shields on this ship are the best in the Terran fleet, this craft is still just a sitting duck against enemy interceptors. Flying this ship requires either a lot of courage, or a lot of faith in your escort wing. And it's guaranteed there will be an escort wing. These ships cost more to make than it takes to buy a small moon. This is the only ship that can carry the devastating Harbinger bomb. It's a little known fact that the Harbinger was designed specifically for this angel of death.
Fighters
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GTF Apollo
The Apollo is the original Space Superiority Fighter of the Terran fleet. After years of faithful service, it is still the first ship granted to commissioned GTA pilots and remains the easiest to use. With two secondary banks, it often substitutes for Assault, and thus is the most versatile fighter in service. It's not as fast as the Ulysses or as maneuverable, and has the least weapon compatibility of any GTA Fighter, which is its primary disability. It does, however, offer heavier armor and a higher-capacity energy generator than the Ulysses.
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GTF Ulysses
Developed by Vasudans and Terrans working together after the reluctant close of the 14 year T-V war. It is the best all around fighter that the Terrans get. Its primary role is space superiority, and its one major flaw is a lack of a big secondary payload. It is used in missions such as patrols, escorts, cover for assaults. Its maneuverability is great. Its speed is second only to the interceptor (GTF Valkyrie). It can't hold the Banshee or the Phoenix, or any bombs, but otherwise it has access to all weapon systems. Due to its engine configuration, this fighter can yaw faster than any other ship.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtf-valkyrie.jpg
GTF Valkyrie
Originally an old design for a space superiority fighter, this fighter was outfitted with bigger engines, and recommissioned as an interceptor. Its primary purpose, and one it excels at, is intercepting enemy bombers. It only has one secondary bank and two primary banks, which makes it far worse at dogfighting than most ships. However, this is compensated by its excellent payload capabilities. It can carry most primaries and secondaries, including the Phoenix. This allows it to wreak havoc on enemy bombers. Learning to fly this ship well requires intelligent use of its higher speed.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtf-hercules.jpg
GTF Hercules
This is the Terran Heavy Assault Fighter. Its stopping power is second to none. A wing of four of these ships has been known to take out a Vasudan Aten Cruiser all by themselves. While they can't hope to bring the full muscle of a bomber class ship against targets, this is as close as you can get without losing the ability to win a dogfight. With a load of 6 primary lasers and two full secondary banks, as well as the ability to carry almost any warhead or gun, the low speed and maneuverability of this fighter can be overlooked when it comes to quality destruction power. This ship also has the strongest shields and hull of any other Terran fighter.
Other Vessels
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GTD Orion
The mother of all Terran ships. Measuring a frightening 2.1 kilometers in length, the cost to build one of these far outweighs the cost of paying its crew for 3 years. There is no more important symbol of Earth Pride than a ship like the Galatea or the Intrepid cruising past a colonized planet, patrolling the system and ensuring safety.
In the course of the 14 year war, very few Orions were lost, but each resulted in a major defeat for the GTA. Knowing an Orion is passing through one’s home system makes the civilians feel safe, but a prolonged tour is an ominous sign. Where these ships wander, war is certain to follow.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtc-fenris.jpg
GTC Fenris
The mainstay of the Terran Fleet, these vessels have served in both strike and defense purposes. From nose to tail it measures 260 meters. With a nice array of weapon systems and a strong enough hull to withstand the strongest enemy warheads, a Fenris Cruiser can be found in almost any system that the GTA are operating in. The Terran cruiser was originally designed as a strike weapon, hence its fast speed and decent turning rate. It was later decided that a second line of cruisers would be produced, for defensive purposes, once it became apparent that the T-V war wouldn't be over in a few months.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtfr-chronos.jpg
GTFR Chronos
The massive Chronos was not designed for military use. A civilian design, it's slow, barely maneuverable, and can barely defend itself with it's single two-cannon turret. It is, however, one of the only Terran freighters capable of transporting the largest TAC-class cargo containers. It's far weaker in all respects than the smaller military-design Poseidon freighter, but its relatively strong hull and cargo capacity have turned this into a popular supply convoy craft on the front lines.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtt-elysium.jpg
GTT Elysium
Since the start of space colonization, the standard transport has been used by everyone, civilian and military. While it has undergone minor changes time and time again, it remains a simple design: A vehicle meant to transport personnel from one place to another. Even though Elysiums are armored, they can't take massive amounts of abuse.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtfr-poseidon.jpg
GTFR Poseidon
The Poseidon was designed for military purposes, and is easily the strongest freighter craft in the fleet. Its fast speed and good maneuvering are offset by its weak hull. It does have enough turrets to defend itself if attacked, but not for long. It's best to let this freighter help you out while you take the hits on your own shield, rather than risking the destruction of this ship.
Will add more later.
Bombers
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtb-athena.jpg
GTB Athena
Dubbed the "lightning bomber" by some of its pilots, this little wonder was the mainstay of the GTA fleet before it started developing its bigger warheads. While it doesn't have nearly as much capacity for bombs or the hull strength of its younger brothers, it is still in use today for quick hit and run strikes. Its relatively small frame is carried well by its fast engines, allowing it to achieve speeds even greater than the Terran Heavy Assault Fighter. While this bomber it pretty useless against the bigger ships, it definitely hasn't outlived its usefulness against transports and freighters. Its massive afterburner fuel reserve is its biggest advantage, its lack of good primary and anti-fighter secondary weapons, its biggest weakness. This bomber is also suitable for disabling a craft.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtb-medusa.jpg
GTB Medusa
The Medusa is the current standard issue strike bomber. It can be deployed against small targets and large, and has the ability to take out lots of little stuff, or a few big stuff. It is your typical mediocre bomber, and is used whenever available against the cruisers and freighters of the enemy. It has the ability to carry every current GTA secondary but the Harbinger, but its primaries are limited. Its speed isn't horrible, but its maneuverability leaves much to be desired. Its main weakness is its lack of disabling weapons. This bomber is meant for destruction only. As it doesn't have much anti-fighter abilities (only one primary bank), it is imperative that any operations with this bomber be covered by a fighter escort. Its single turret can only protect it for so long.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtb-ursa.jpg
GTB Ursa
This is the biggest bomber currently in GTA service. With the ability to carry almost any weapon, it is almost always the weapon of choice when you just have to take out every Cruiser in the star system. This is THE Assault Bomber. With a length of 41 meters and a mass that dwarfs even the biggest of fighter-class ships, this hunk of metal can barely get enough engine power on default settings to enter subspace. While the armor and shields on this ship are the best in the Terran fleet, this craft is still just a sitting duck against enemy interceptors. Flying this ship requires either a lot of courage, or a lot of faith in your escort wing. And it's guaranteed there will be an escort wing. These ships cost more to make than it takes to buy a small moon. This is the only ship that can carry the devastating Harbinger bomb. It's a little known fact that the Harbinger was designed specifically for this angel of death.
Fighters
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtf-apollo.jpg
GTF Apollo
The Apollo is the original Space Superiority Fighter of the Terran fleet. After years of faithful service, it is still the first ship granted to commissioned GTA pilots and remains the easiest to use. With two secondary banks, it often substitutes for Assault, and thus is the most versatile fighter in service. It's not as fast as the Ulysses or as maneuverable, and has the least weapon compatibility of any GTA Fighter, which is its primary disability. It does, however, offer heavier armor and a higher-capacity energy generator than the Ulysses.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtf-ulysses.jpg
GTF Ulysses
Developed by Vasudans and Terrans working together after the reluctant close of the 14 year T-V war. It is the best all around fighter that the Terrans get. Its primary role is space superiority, and its one major flaw is a lack of a big secondary payload. It is used in missions such as patrols, escorts, cover for assaults. Its maneuverability is great. Its speed is second only to the interceptor (GTF Valkyrie). It can't hold the Banshee or the Phoenix, or any bombs, but otherwise it has access to all weapon systems. Due to its engine configuration, this fighter can yaw faster than any other ship.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtf-valkyrie.jpg
GTF Valkyrie
Originally an old design for a space superiority fighter, this fighter was outfitted with bigger engines, and recommissioned as an interceptor. Its primary purpose, and one it excels at, is intercepting enemy bombers. It only has one secondary bank and two primary banks, which makes it far worse at dogfighting than most ships. However, this is compensated by its excellent payload capabilities. It can carry most primaries and secondaries, including the Phoenix. This allows it to wreak havoc on enemy bombers. Learning to fly this ship well requires intelligent use of its higher speed.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtf-hercules.jpg
GTF Hercules
This is the Terran Heavy Assault Fighter. Its stopping power is second to none. A wing of four of these ships has been known to take out a Vasudan Aten Cruiser all by themselves. While they can't hope to bring the full muscle of a bomber class ship against targets, this is as close as you can get without losing the ability to win a dogfight. With a load of 6 primary lasers and two full secondary banks, as well as the ability to carry almost any warhead or gun, the low speed and maneuverability of this fighter can be overlooked when it comes to quality destruction power. This ship also has the strongest shields and hull of any other Terran fighter.
Other Vessels
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtd-orion.jpg
GTD Orion
The mother of all Terran ships. Measuring a frightening 2.1 kilometers in length, the cost to build one of these far outweighs the cost of paying its crew for 3 years. There is no more important symbol of Earth Pride than a ship like the Galatea or the Intrepid cruising past a colonized planet, patrolling the system and ensuring safety.
In the course of the 14 year war, very few Orions were lost, but each resulted in a major defeat for the GTA. Knowing an Orion is passing through one’s home system makes the civilians feel safe, but a prolonged tour is an ominous sign. Where these ships wander, war is certain to follow.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtc-fenris.jpg
GTC Fenris
The mainstay of the Terran Fleet, these vessels have served in both strike and defense purposes. From nose to tail it measures 260 meters. With a nice array of weapon systems and a strong enough hull to withstand the strongest enemy warheads, a Fenris Cruiser can be found in almost any system that the GTA are operating in. The Terran cruiser was originally designed as a strike weapon, hence its fast speed and decent turning rate. It was later decided that a second line of cruisers would be produced, for defensive purposes, once it became apparent that the T-V war wouldn't be over in a few months.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtfr-chronos.jpg
GTFR Chronos
The massive Chronos was not designed for military use. A civilian design, it's slow, barely maneuverable, and can barely defend itself with it's single two-cannon turret. It is, however, one of the only Terran freighters capable of transporting the largest TAC-class cargo containers. It's far weaker in all respects than the smaller military-design Poseidon freighter, but its relatively strong hull and cargo capacity have turned this into a popular supply convoy craft on the front lines.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtt-elysium.jpg
GTT Elysium
Since the start of space colonization, the standard transport has been used by everyone, civilian and military. While it has undergone minor changes time and time again, it remains a simple design: A vehicle meant to transport personnel from one place to another. Even though Elysiums are armored, they can't take massive amounts of abuse.
http://www.volition-inc.com/fs/images/spacecraft/gtfr-poseidon.jpg
GTFR Poseidon
The Poseidon was designed for military purposes, and is easily the strongest freighter craft in the fleet. Its fast speed and good maneuvering are offset by its weak hull. It does have enough turrets to defend itself if attacked, but not for long. It's best to let this freighter help you out while you take the hits on your own shield, rather than risking the destruction of this ship.
Will add more later.