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{{Ship Infobox | {{Ship Infobox | ||
|(f)_spinal = 6 Large Phaser | |(f)_spinal = 6 Large Phaser | ||
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|explosion_radius = 320 | |explosion_radius = 320 | ||
|hull = 3,650 | |hull = 3,650 | ||
|image = Jackal-icon.png | |image = <gallery> | ||
Jackal-icon.png|Overview | |||
Jackal-front.png|Front | |||
Jackal-back.png|Back | |||
Jackal-left.png|Left | |||
Jackal-right.png|Right | |||
Jackal-top.png|Top | |||
Jackal-bottom.png|Bottom | |||
Jackal-interior-side1.png|Interior (Side 1) | |||
Jackal-interior-side2.png|Interior (Side 2) | |||
Jackal-trails.png|Trails | |||
</gallery> | |||
|loyalty_required = 5% + Level 1 Starbase | |loyalty_required = 5% + Level 1 Starbase | ||
|r_class_range = 6k | |r_class_range = 6k | ||
|shields = 5,500 | |shields = 5,500 | ||
|spinal_1 = 6 Large Phaser | |||
|spinal_2 = 7 Large Cannon | |||
|spinal_dps = 226 | |spinal_dps = 226 | ||
|stealth = No | |stealth = No | ||
|title = Jackal | |title = Jackal | ||
|title1 = The Jackal | |title1 = The Jackal | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed = 105 | ||
|total_cost = $74,022 | |total_cost = $74,022 | ||
|turn_speed = 0.50 | |turn_speed = 0.50 | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
The '''Jackal''' is a [[Spinals|Spinal]]-heavy ship that | The '''Jackal''' is a [[Spinals|Spinal]]-heavy ship that has a nice balance between [[Hull]] and [[Shields|Shield]] damage. Compared to the [[Sentaliz]], which is another spinal-heavy battleship, the '''Jackal''' is very large, which is partly due to the remarkable amount of damage it produces. | ||
The exterior of the ship is very ornate. On the sides, you will find an array of beautiful and complex ridges and lines that give a sci-fi aesthetic to the ship. On the bottom is a large orb of neon orange/blue energy, likely the 'Hyperion Core' mentioned on the ship's console. | The exterior of the ship is very ornate. On the sides, you will find an array of beautiful and complex ridges and lines that give a sci-fi aesthetic to the ship. On the bottom is a large orb of neon orange/blue energy, likely the 'Hyperion Core' mentioned on the ship's console. | ||
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The '''Jackal's '''interior is a small but incredibly detailed hallway leading up to the pilot's seat. The pilot seat itself glows orange, and is flanked on each side by two statues. In front of the pilot seat is a screen which reads "Jackal Artillery Systems, Operation: Devistation, Hyperion Core: Operational" | The '''Jackal's '''interior is a small but incredibly detailed hallway leading up to the pilot's seat. The pilot seat itself glows orange, and is flanked on each side by two statues. In front of the pilot seat is a screen which reads "Jackal Artillery Systems, Operation: Devistation, Hyperion Core: Operational" | ||
== Advantages == | == Advantages == | ||
* Very high overall damage. | * Very high overall damage, with a good balance between hull and shield damage. | ||
* | * The Jackal’s Large-sized [[Spinals]] makes it have plenty of range, 5.25k for the phasers and 6.25k for the cannons. | ||
* Well-placed Spinals. | * Well-placed Spinals. | ||
* | * Very fast speed for a battleship | ||
== Disadvantages == | == Disadvantages == | ||
* | * If you cannot aim spinals well, it is very difficult to deal with smaller [[Ships]]. | ||
* No Turrets. | * No Turrets. | ||
* Low | * Low [[Hull]] for a Battleship. | ||
* Due to it being bulky, it is easy to be hit. | * Due to it being bulky, it is easy to be hit while the Jackal is not moving. | ||
== Strategy == | == Strategy == | ||
* Group up with other '''Jackals''' to make a fleet of near-unstoppable power. | * Group up with other '''Jackals''' to make a fleet of near-unstoppable power. | ||
* Stay away from smaller Ships like the [[Cobra]] or [[Gideon]], as these can swarm and kill you. | * Stay away from smaller Ships like the [[Cobra]] or [[Gideon]], as these can swarm and kill you. | ||
* Stay with Ships like the [[Ampharos]] or the [[Mjolnheimr]] to negate your lack of precise weapons. | * Stay with Ships like the [[Ampharos]] or the [[Mjolnheimr]] to negate your lack of precise weapons. | ||
* | * It is not recommended to go alone, as you have little defense against small [[Ships]]. | ||
* Keep distance from your enemies, you want minimal turret damage hitting you. | * Keep distance from your enemies, you want minimal turret damage hitting you. | ||
* A very good anti-siege ship as it can snipe bigger targets with ease. | * A very good anti-siege ship as it can snipe bigger targets with ease. | ||
*Utilize vertical | *Utilize vertical [[Strategies#Drifting|Drifting]] while facing opponents, this can make it tougher for them to hit your ship. | ||
== Version History == | == Version History == | ||
* Received a buff in update .60d that buffed Hull by 400 and Shields by 600. While also increased slightly in cost to build. The buff was reversed shortly after. | * Received a buff in update .60d that buffed Hull by 400 and Shields by 600. While also increased slightly in cost to build. The buff was reversed shortly after. | ||