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|cargo_hold = 50 | |cargo_hold = 50 | ||
|warp_drive = Yes | |warp_drive = Yes | ||
|silicate = | |silicate = 44 | ||
|carbon = | |carbon = 30 | ||
|iridium = | |iridium = 23 | ||
|credit = $0 | |credit = $0 | ||
|total_cost = $ | |total_cost = $674 | ||
|warehouse = 1 | |warehouse = 1 | ||
|description = A light Fighter with great speed and turning. | |description = A light Fighter with great speed and turning. | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
The '''Viper''' is the second fastest [[:Category:Frigate|Frigate]] in the game. This ship is good for distracting [[Starbase]] [[Turrets]]. It is also one of the few ships to be almost completely white in color, aside from one main faction-colored stripe in the middle. | The '''Viper''' is the second fastest [[:Category:Frigate|Frigate]] in the game. This ship is good for distracting [[Starbase]] [[Turrets]]. It is also one of the few ships to be almost completely white in color, aside from one main faction-colored stripe in the middle. | ||
== Interior == | == Interior == | ||
The '''Viper''' has a simple interior, with only a pilot's seat, a small black and grey cylinder without a known use, and a tiny screen showing a gyroscope-like readout. | The '''Viper''' has a simple interior, with only a pilot's seat, a small black and grey cylinder without a known use, and a tiny screen showing a gyroscope-like readout. | ||
== Advantages == | == Advantages == | ||
* Extremely high mobility, one of the highest in the game if you don't consider [[:Category:Admin|Admin]] ships or the [[Coal Wasp]]. | * Extremely high mobility, one of the highest in the game if you don't consider [[:Category:Admin|Admin]] ships or the [[Coal Wasp]]. | ||
* High shield firepower for a [[:Category:Frigate|Frigate]]. | * High shield firepower for a [[:Category:Frigate|Frigate]]. | ||
* One of the best choices for a distraction while sieging | * One of the best choices for a distraction while sieging and can be used to change the tide of war. | ||
== Disadvantages == | == Disadvantages == | ||
* No [[Turrets]]. | * No [[Turrets]]. | ||
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* One of the most expensive Frigates in the game at this current state. | * One of the most expensive Frigates in the game at this current state. | ||
* Thanks to the change in the way bases target ships, the '''Viper''' is no longer useful for distracting bases. | * Thanks to the change in the way bases target ships, the '''Viper''' is no longer useful for distracting bases. | ||
== Strategy == | == Strategy == | ||
* It is very good for attacking [[:Category:Battleship|Battleships]] and [[:Category:Dreadnought|Dreadnoughts]] from below and dodging all return fire. | * It is very good for attacking [[:Category:Battleship|Battleships]] and [[:Category:Dreadnought|Dreadnoughts]] from below and dodging all return fire. | ||
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* The heaviest of armies will fail to outrun you at top speed. | * The heaviest of armies will fail to outrun you at top speed. | ||
* Abuse your size in retreat situations. | * Abuse your size in retreat situations. | ||
== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
* It is a replica of the ''Viper'' Mark II from "Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome. | * It is a replica of the ''Viper'' Mark II from "Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome. | ||
* It is a popular ship for newer players. | * It is a popular ship for newer players. | ||
* | * rcouret's favorite ship. | ||
* Has two event reskins, the [[Patriotic Viper]] and the [[Golden Viper]]. | * Has two event reskins, the [[Patriotic Viper]] and the [[Golden Viper]]. | ||
* Used to be the second fastest ship in the game at a maximum 330 speed, just behind the [[Dragonfly|Dragonfly's]] 380; however, as of update .66b, it is now slower than the [[Draco]] and many fighters. | * Used to be the second fastest ship in the game at a maximum 330 speed, just behind the [[Dragonfly|Dragonfly's]] 380; however, as of update .66b, it is now slower than the [[Draco]] and many fighters. | ||
* Used to be one of the most popular ships to distract | * Used to be one of the most popular ships to distract Starbase's. | ||
[[File:Viper2.png|left|thumb|305x305px|Render of studio model. Note the faction color patterns on wings are not present in-game.]] | [[File:Viper2.png|left|thumb|305x305px|Render of studio model. Note the faction color patterns on wings are not present in-game.]] | ||
[[File:BS0 Banner 914x655 0-(2) 0.png|thumb|220x220px|Viper Mark II from "Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome.]] | [[File:BS0 Banner 914x655 0-(2) 0.png|thumb|220x220px|Viper Mark II from "Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome.]] | ||
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[[Category:Ships]] | [[Category:Ships]] | ||
Revision as of 02:22, 16 January 2022
The Viper is a highly maneuverable Frigate. Template:Ship Infobox Template
Description
The Viper is the second fastest Frigate in the game. This ship is good for distracting Starbase Turrets. It is also one of the few ships to be almost completely white in color, aside from one main faction-colored stripe in the middle.
Interior
The Viper has a simple interior, with only a pilot's seat, a small black and grey cylinder without a known use, and a tiny screen showing a gyroscope-like readout.
Advantages
- Extremely high mobility, one of the highest in the game if you don't consider Admin ships or the Coal Wasp.
- High shield firepower for a Frigate.
- One of the best choices for a distraction while sieging and can be used to change the tide of war.
Disadvantages
- No Turrets.
- Low hull and shields.
- Weak against hull.
- One of the most expensive Frigates in the game at this current state.
- Thanks to the change in the way bases target ships, the Viper is no longer useful for distracting bases.
Strategy
- It is very good for attacking Battleships and Dreadnoughts from below and dodging all return fire.
- It is an excellent choice whenever speed and small size are key.
- Great at attacking siege ships when defending your base.
- If you go to the height limit of the map and warp to an enemy base, you can give some support fire to a siege.
- A good choice for scouting bases before an attack by outrunning base Turrets.
- The heaviest of armies will fail to outrun you at top speed.
- Abuse your size in retreat situations.
Trivia
- It is a replica of the Viper Mark II from "Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome.
- It is a popular ship for newer players.
- rcouret's favorite ship.
- Has two event reskins, the Patriotic Viper and the Golden Viper.
- Used to be the second fastest ship in the game at a maximum 330 speed, just behind the Dragonfly's 380; however, as of update .66b, it is now slower than the Draco and many fighters.
- Used to be one of the most popular ships to distract Starbase's.
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