EID-Falcon Starfighter

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Overview

The EID-Falcon is a state-of-the-art multirole starfighter used across the Imperial Republic Navy. The Falcon was one of the earliest starfighter designs to incorporate the Enhanced Impulse Drive (EID) technology, providing it with superior sublight acceleration and responsiveness without sacrificing firepower or survivability.

At just 12 meters in length, the Falcon is compact, yet heavily equipped — fielding dual laser cannons, heavy lasers, ion cannons, and missile launchers — making it an agile but dangerous adversary in atmospheric or deep-space environments.

Though it lacks a cloaking device or docking bay capability, its planetary landing systems allow it to support both fleet operations and terrestrial campaigns, delivering pinpoint strikes and functioning as a forward scout, escort, or quick-response unit.

The Falcon's design philosophy reflects the Republic’s commitment to order through balance — it is a weapon of restraint, not brutality. Its precise capabilities and refined aesthetics have made it a favorite among elite pilots, especially in defensive formations and high-speed interception assignments.

Lightweight, lethal, and loyal to Republic ideals — the EID-Falcon is a symbol of measured strength, stability, and technological mastery.

🛠 Variant Loadouts

Variant Name Mission Profile Configuration
Falcon-A (Scout) Long-range recon and stealth patrol Reduced mass, boosted sublight, cloaking, 1x sensor pod, light weapons
Falcon-B (Interceptor) High-speed intercept and fleet escort Enhanced impulse, 4x laser cannons, 2x launchers, reinforced shielding
Falcon-C (Multi-role) Balanced combat + recon missions 2x lasers, 2x ion cannons, 1x launcher, 1x recon pod
Falcon-D (EW/Support) Electronic warfare and jamming 1x jammer pod, 2x ion cannons, boosted sensor suite, light weapons
Falcon-E (Courier) VIP transport or secure data/matrix delivery No weapons, stealth coating, nav redundancy, encrypted relays

🎨 EID-Falcon Liveries

Livery Name Description Intended Use
Sovereign Talon Steel gray with golden trim and cobalt engine glow Standard Navy Fleet livery
Voidline Racer Matte black hull with violet and cyan striping Interceptor & patrol squadron
Storm Herald White body with deep red accents and blue ion glows Planetary defense divisions
Ash Whisper Gunmetal base with soft bronze nose and wing tips Stealth-aligned variant (no cloak)
Crimson Wing Bright red fuselage with black panel lining Elite strike formations


Technical Specifications

EID-Falcon Starfighter
General Specifications
Name: EID-Falcon Starfighter
Ship Type: Starfighter
Class Name: EID-Falcon
Class Type: Starfighter
Abbreviation: EID-F
Length (m): 12
Cargo capacity (tons): 4
Cargo volume (m³): 3
Hull Rating: 140
Deflector Shields: 180
Shields Recharge Rate (per turn): 16
Ionic Capacitance: 100
Hyperspeed (multiplier): 1.15x
Sublight Speed (MGLT): 140 MGLT
Manoeuvrability: 13
Armament & Systems
Laser cannons: 2
Heavy Lasers: 1
Turbolasers: 0
Launchers: 1
Ammunition Count: 18
Ammunition Type: Missiles / Torpedoes
Ion Cannons: 2
Ion Batteries: 0
Tractor Beams: 0
Gravity Well Generators: 0
Sensors: 2
Jammers: 1
Special Features
Docking Bay: No
Cloaking Device: No
Planetary Landing: Yes
Typical Complement
Crew: 1
Squadrons:
Shuttles: 0
Ground Vehicles: 0
Heavy Ground Vehicles: 0
Troopers: 0
Passengers: 0
Affiliation
Primary Affiliation: Imperial Republic

 

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