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|title1 = The Icarus | |title1 = The Icarus | ||
|image1 = Icarus-icon.png | |image1 = Icarus-icon.png | ||
|shields = | |shields = 9000 | ||
|hull = | |hull = 7250 | ||
|top_speed = 45 | |top_speed = 45 | ||
|turn_speed = 0.10 | |turn_speed = 0.10 | ||
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3 Triple Medium Cannons | 3 Triple Medium Cannons | ||
|large_turrets = 2 Triple | |large_turrets = 1 Super LR Laser | ||
1 Heavy Siege Railgun | |||
1 | 2 Capital Triple Laser | ||
|fighters = | 1 Capital Triple Cannon | ||
|fighters = 3 Valkyries | |||
|turret_dps = 253 | |turret_dps = 253 | ||
|cargo_hold = 320 | |cargo_hold = 320 | ||
|warp_drive = Yes | |warp_drive = Yes | ||
|silicate = | |silicate = 16938 | ||
|carbon = | |carbon = 12844 | ||
|iridium = | |iridium = 10578 | ||
|adamantite = | |adamantite = 576 | ||
|palladium = | |palladium = 1782 | ||
|titanium = | |titanium = 1871 | ||
|quantium = | |quantium = 2104 | ||
|uranium = | |uranium = 1789 | ||
|credit = $ | |credit = $34,341 | ||
|warehouse = | |warehouse = 21 | ||
|description = An old blueprint has been found and reforged by the Gold-Dagger Scavengers into a workhorse of their combat fleets, fitted with advanced electro-plating and the deadliest fighters they could design. | |description = An old blueprint has been found and reforged by the Gold-Dagger Scavengers into a workhorse of their combat fleets, fitted with advanced electro-plating and the deadliest fighters they could design. | ||
|creator = Faures (Old) | |creator = Faures (Old) | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
The '''Icarus''' is a large-sized carrier with very good combat capabilities. With its [[Turrets]] and 2 [[Valkyrie]]s, the '''Icarus''' is a powerful combat-based [[:Category:Carrier|Carrier]]. Unlike most Carriers, it has very high Turret firepower and can fight against a variety of ships, ranging from small [[:Category:Frigate|Frigates]] to large [[:Category:Battleship|Battleships]]. It may even have a chance to defeat a [[:Category:Dreadnought|Dreadnought]], though this requires [[:Category:Fighters|Fighter]] support and much skill. | The '''Icarus''' is a large-sized carrier with very good combat capabilities. With its [[Turrets]] and 2 [[Valkyrie]]s, the '''Icarus''' is a powerful combat-based [[:Category:Carrier|Carrier]]. Unlike most Carriers, it has very high Turret firepower and can fight against a variety of ships, ranging from small [[:Category:Frigate|Frigates]] to large [[:Category:Battleship|Battleships]]. It may even have a chance to defeat a [[:Category:Dreadnought|Dreadnought]], though this requires [[:Category:Fighters|Fighter]] support and much skill. | ||
== Interior == | == Interior == | ||
The ship is entered through the [[:Category:Fighters|Fighter]] bay, which leads to a teleporter that sends you to the bridge. From there you walk forward to enter the pilot's seat. | The ship is entered through the [[:Category:Fighters|Fighter]] bay, which leads to a teleporter that sends you to the bridge. From there you walk forward to enter the pilot's seat. | ||
== Advantages == | == Advantages == | ||
* Powerful on its own, without the need of any [[:Category:Fighters|Fighters]]. | * Powerful on its own, without the need of any [[:Category:Fighters|Fighters]]. | ||
* Great Health. | * Great Health. | ||
* Has powerful [[Valkyrie|Fighters]], which have high [[Spinal Weaponry|Spinal]] firepower. | * Has powerful [[Valkyrie|Fighters]], which have high [[Spinal Weaponry|Spinal]] firepower. | ||
== Disadvantages == | == Disadvantages == | ||
* Low maneuverability. | * Low maneuverability. | ||
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* Unable to fire all [[Turrets]] at one target. | * Unable to fire all [[Turrets]] at one target. | ||
*Medium-sized blindspot at the rear of the ship. | *Medium-sized blindspot at the rear of the ship. | ||
== Strategy == | == Strategy == | ||
* Don't go into battle alone as multiple strong ships can overwhelm it. Make sure to have an escort and pick fights carefully. | * Don't go into battle alone as multiple strong ships can overwhelm it. Make sure to have an escort and pick fights carefully. | ||
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* Make sure to approach from below so your [[Turrets]] can be used. | * Make sure to approach from below so your [[Turrets]] can be used. | ||
* With having [[Valkyrie]] fighters, it is beneficial to take advantage of them as they have great DPS and speed. | * With having [[Valkyrie]] fighters, it is beneficial to take advantage of them as they have great DPS and speed. | ||
== Version History == | == Version History == | ||
* Most of the interior was removed in an unknown version. | * Most of the interior was removed in an unknown version. | ||
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* Health increased from 6500/5250 to 8500/8000 in version .68d. | * Health increased from 6500/5250 to 8500/8000 in version .68d. | ||
*Loadout changed from 1 Dual Medium Laser, 5 Dual Medium Cannons, 2 Triple Heavy Lasers, 1 Heavy Cannon to 3 Triple Medium lasers, 1 Triple Heavy Cannon, 2 Triple Heavy Lasers, 3 Triple medium cannons in version .73a3 | *Loadout changed from 1 Dual Medium Laser, 5 Dual Medium Cannons, 2 Triple Heavy Lasers, 1 Heavy Cannon to 3 Triple Medium lasers, 1 Triple Heavy Cannon, 2 Triple Heavy Lasers, 3 Triple medium cannons in version .73a3 | ||
== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
* The previous model was most likely based on the Republic Venator attack cruiser from Star Wars. | * The previous model was most likely based on the Republic Venator attack cruiser from Star Wars. | ||
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[[File:Icarus-1.PNG|thumb|252x252px|Old Icarus Model]] | [[File:Icarus-1.PNG|thumb|252x252px|Old Icarus Model]] | ||
__NOTOC__ | __NOTOC__ | ||
[[Category:Carrier]] | [[Category:Carrier]] | ||
[[Category:Ships]] | [[Category:Ships]] | ||
Revision as of 21:20, 16 December 2021
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The Icarus is a large, combat-based, defensive Carrier.
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Description
The Icarus is a large-sized carrier with very good combat capabilities. With its Turrets and 2 Valkyries, the Icarus is a powerful combat-based Carrier. Unlike most Carriers, it has very high Turret firepower and can fight against a variety of ships, ranging from small Frigates to large Battleships. It may even have a chance to defeat a Dreadnought, though this requires Fighter support and much skill.
Interior
The ship is entered through the Fighter bay, which leads to a teleporter that sends you to the bridge. From there you walk forward to enter the pilot's seat.
Advantages
- Powerful on its own, without the need of any Fighters.
- Great Health.
- Has powerful Fighters, which have high Spinal firepower.
Disadvantages
- Low maneuverability.
- Only has 2 Fighters.
- Expensive.
- No Spinals.
- Unable to fire all Turrets at one target.
- Medium-sized blindspot at the rear of the ship.
Strategy
- Don't go into battle alone as multiple strong ships can overwhelm it. Make sure to have an escort and pick fights carefully.
- Know how to pilot this kind of ship and bring Fighter pilots before entering combat.
- Make sure to approach from below so your Turrets can be used.
- With having Valkyrie fighters, it is beneficial to take advantage of them as they have great DPS and speed.
Version History
- Most of the interior was removed in an unknown version.
- Received a Turret loadout rework, a health buff, switch of Fighters, and a Cargo Hold buff in .65b.
- The model became seriously bugged after the .66c update, resulting in major problems and making the ship near unusable.
- Received a remodel in version .68b.
- Health increased from 6500/5250 to 8500/8000 in version .68d.
- Loadout changed from 1 Dual Medium Laser, 5 Dual Medium Cannons, 2 Triple Heavy Lasers, 1 Heavy Cannon to 3 Triple Medium lasers, 1 Triple Heavy Cannon, 2 Triple Heavy Lasers, 3 Triple medium cannons in version .73a3
Trivia
- The previous model was most likely based on the Republic Venator attack cruiser from Star Wars.
- This ship is often considered a Dreadnought-Carrier hybrid because it has more firepower than most Battleships do, but also carries some Fighters.
- This ship's namesake has significance in greek mythology.
- It is tied with the Vanguard and Executioner for having the least amount of Fighters for any (current) Carrier.
File:Icarus-1.PNG
Old Icarus Model