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SD Ravana

2007-04-20T02:31:10Z

Hazard: /* Veteran Comments */

The '''SD ''Ravana''''' class of destroyers was first spotted in the [[Nebula System|nebula]] beyond [[Gamma Draconis]], discovered by the GTCv ''Lysander'' and the GTCv ''Actium.''

This class is probably the most powerful Shivan capital vessel, second only to the [[SJ Sathanas|SJ ''Sathanas'']] and maybe the [[SD Lucifer|SD ''Lucifer'']]. In possesion of 4 forward-facing beam cannons, it can rip through the hull of a [[GTD Hecate|GTD ''Hecate'']] or an [[GTD Orion|''Orion'']]-class destroyer in under a minute, and take out smaller vessels within seconds. Its anti-capital ship weaponry make it a threat to any vessel, even one the size of the [[GTVA Colossus|GTVA ''Colossus'']].

But the anti-capital beams come at a price. The ''Ravana''-class is more vulnerable to fighter and bomber attacks than its brother, the [[SD Demon|''Demon'']]-class. Still, it would take a large number of squadrons to take out such a target.

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{{FS12_Ships}}
{{shipimage|image=[[Image:ravana320x240.jpg]]|caption=The SD Ravana}}

==Description:==

===FS2 Tech Room Description===
The SD Ravana is a destroyer class GTVA forces have only recently encountered. It appears to be tasked with clearing out smaller foes, a mission for which it is well suited. It eagerly wipes out wings of fighters and bombers and also overwhelms cruisers and corvettes.

===Developer Notes===
None

===Veteran Comments===
''The Ravana is scary-looking, but it's not tough. Weaker in terms of hull strength, and MUCH weaker in terms of turret strength then the Demon, the Ravana pays for its attack-oriented design with weak defenses. Indeed, fighters and bombers can range over the front three-quarters of Ravana's upper surfaces with near-impunity, and the lower-spine-mounted SAAA beam is placed too far back to defend the Ravana's main guns. It has a flak turret and another SAAA for anyone who comes up behind it, however. A capital ship behind a Ravana, on the other hand, is the Shivan destroyer's death sentence, as its engine subsystems are not strong and cover nearly the whole rear surface of the destroyer. Nonetheless, it's forward batteries will cause massive damage to other capships if left unchecked.''

''In [[The Great Hunt]] I was actually able to destroy the Ravana's main beam cannons before it fired on the [[GTCv Deimos|Deimos corvettes]], that's how weak they are. (Didn't make a difference, the corvette is destroyed by a [[SEXP]]). However, the Ravana, if used in its intended, quick strike offensive, can easily decimate a destroyer very quickly before being destroyed.''

''In a nutshell, the Ravana is offencively useless if it is engaged from behind, and a light threat if side to side with another destroyer. This Destroyer's saveing grace is in its raw firepower faceing foward. When deployed in a strategic position, or jumping in behind another destroyer, this beast will be your worst nightmare. since most destroyers have their main beams faceing foreward and the odd slashbeam mounted aft (in the Hecate's case, two) It can dish out enough firepower to level the destroyer, and only take Moderate damadge, but this is only the case when the Hecate is alone. roughly two wings of fighters, of anny class, can knock out anny Anti-cap beam the Ravana wields & keep fighter cover on a freindly vessel. just keep an eye on its beam cannons & you should get out allright. as stated before, The Ravana is no deamon, so it cant take as mutch punishment.''

==Performance:==
===Statistics===
{|
|-
| style="width:200px" | '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Type|Type]]'''
| style="width:200px" | Destroyer
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manufacturer|Manufacturer]]'''
| Unknown
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manuverablity|Manuverability]]'''
| N/A
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Velocity|Max Velocity]]'''
| 20.0 mps
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Afterburner Velocity|Max Afterburner Velocity]]'''
| N/A
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Armor|Armor]]'''
| N/A
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Hitpoints|Hitpoints]]
| 100 000
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Shields|Shields]]
| N/A
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Length|Length]]'''
| 2346 m
|}

===Armaments===

*'''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Turrets|Turrets]]'''
{| border=1 cellpadding=4 style="border-collapse: collapse"
|- align="center"
| colspan=2 style="background:#300505;"| '''Freespace 2'''
|- align="center"
| style="width:120px" |Turret Type
| style="width:60px" |Amount
|- align="center"
| [[Shivan Turret Laser]]
| 17
|- align="center"
| [[Standard Flak]]
| 5
|- align="center"
| [[FighterKiller]]
| 1
|- align="center"
| [[Shivan Cluster]]
| 1
|- align="center"
| [[SAAA|Anti-Fighter Beam]]
| 2
|- align="center"
| [[SRed|Small Red Beam]]
| 2
|- align="center"
| [[LRed|Large Red Beam]]
| 2
|}

[[Category:Ship]]

SB Nahema

2007-04-20T02:07:39Z

Hazard: /* Veteran Comments */

{{FS12_Ships}}
{{shipimage|image=[[Image:nehema320x240.jpg]]|caption=The SB Nahema}}

==Description:==

===FS2 Demo Tech Room Description===
Little is currently known about the Shivan Nahema class bomber. It appears to be very maneuverable and carries a large payload. The Nahema seems to be primarily designed as an anti-fighter escort, using it's large missile loads to devestate all but our heaviest fighters. Pilots engaged in a dogfight with the Nahema should be aware of its fighter-like speed.

===FS2 Tech Room Description===
Either the SB Nahema class is a new Shivan bomber design, or the Shivans are finally taking the GTVA seriously and bringing in their best ships. The Nahema is considered to be the Shivan's most dangerous bomber. It has demonstrated the ability to outrun virtually every fighter in the GTVA fleet. Its powerful laser banks and high-capacity missile bays make it a threat to combat craft of all types, as well as to capital ships.

===Developer Notes===
None

===Veteran Comments===
''The Nahema is a true fighter-bomber, and it can give a Myrmidon a run for the GTVA fighter's money in a dogfight if it wants. It is also very fast, making it difficult to intercept before it closes to torpedo range and starts launching. These should be the number-two priority of an interceptor pilot, right after any Seraphim.'' 
''If you're wondering why the Sekhmet is such a good ship, this is why. The Sekhmet is based on this tough SOB. They're tough, fairly quick, maneuverable, and well-armed. The last commetator had it right. Get rid of these things ASAP. While a Seraphim carries more raw firepower, a Nahema is a threat to anything in the area from the size of an assault fighter on up.'' 
''One of the best, if not the ultimate bomber in the game. It can move as fast as the fastest GTVA fighter, and possesses heavy armor. If in a choice between a wing of this and a wing of Seraphims, tell your squadron to go after the Seraphims and attempt to take on the Nahemas by yourself. 
''It's fast, and it's good, but, unlike the [[SB Seraphim]] and [[SB Nephilim]], this is almost always destroyed by a duel [[GTM Trebuchet|Trebuchet]] impact, reducing its effectiveness.'' 
''With every craft in the Freespace universe, The Nahema has a flaw to be exploited. unlike the other Shivan Bombers, witch are shaped in the oddest of ways, makeing it harder to hit, the Nahema has a roughly large target profile, giveing even the fresh-out-the-box Freespace pilots a nice kill. Reduceing it to shrapnel at medium range with an old fasion barradge of [[GTW Subach HL-7]], makes for a partialy easy kill, but be advised, your best bet at wipeing it out with primary's alone is while its on a bombing run. otherwise dont hesitate to unload your secondaries at a distance. BTW, ive seen the odd dual fire [[GTM Harpoon]] take care of this bad boy in one go. all in all, the Nahema isnt to be trifled with. 

==Performance:==
===Statistics===
{|
|-
| style="width:200px" | '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Type|Type]]'''
| style="width:200px" | Bomber
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manufacturer|Manufacturer]]'''
| Unknown
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manuverablity|Manuverability]]'''
| N/A
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Velocity|Max Velocity]]'''
| 90.0 - 72.0 mps
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Afterburner Velocity|Max Afterburner Velocity]]'''
| 150.0 mps
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Armor|Armor]]'''
| N/A
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Hitpoints|Hitpoints]]
| 300
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Shields|Shields]]
| 900
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Length|Length]]'''
| 39 m
|}

===Armaments===

*'''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Gun Mounts|Gun Mounts]]'''
{| border=1 cellpadding=4 style="border-collapse: collapse"
|- align="center"
| colspan=3 style="background:#351515;"| '''Freespace 2'''
|- align="center"
| style="width:40px" |Bank
| style="width:60px" |Guns
| style="width:160px" |Standard Loadout
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 2
| [[Shivan Light Laser]]
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 2
| [[Shivan Heavy Laser]]
|}
*'''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Missile Banks|Missile Banks]]'''
{| border=1 cellpadding=4 style="border-collapse: collapse"
|- align="center"
| colspan=3 style="background:#351515;"| '''Freespace 2'''
|- align="center"
| style="width:40px" |Bank
| style="width:60px" |Capacity
| style="width:160px" |Standard Loadout
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 40
| [[GTM Piranha|Piranha]]
|- align="center"
| 2nd
| 40
| [[GTM Trebuchet|Trebuchet]]
|- align="center"
| 3rd
| 20
| [[GTM Piranha|Piranha]]
|}

[[Category:Ship]]

SB Nahema

2007-04-20T02:06:27Z

Hazard: /* Veteran Comments */

{{FS12_Ships}}
{{shipimage|image=[[Image:nehema320x240.jpg]]|caption=The SB Nahema}}

==Description:==

===FS2 Demo Tech Room Description===
Little is currently known about the Shivan Nahema class bomber. It appears to be very maneuverable and carries a large payload. The Nahema seems to be primarily designed as an anti-fighter escort, using it's large missile loads to devestate all but our heaviest fighters. Pilots engaged in a dogfight with the Nahema should be aware of its fighter-like speed.

===FS2 Tech Room Description===
Either the SB Nahema class is a new Shivan bomber design, or the Shivans are finally taking the GTVA seriously and bringing in their best ships. The Nahema is considered to be the Shivan's most dangerous bomber. It has demonstrated the ability to outrun virtually every fighter in the GTVA fleet. Its powerful laser banks and high-capacity missile bays make it a threat to combat craft of all types, as well as to capital ships.

===Developer Notes===
None

===Veteran Comments===
''The Nahema is a true fighter-bomber, and it can give a Myrmidon a run for the GTVA fighter's money in a dogfight if it wants. It is also very fast, making it difficult to intercept before it closes to torpedo range and starts launching. These should be the number-two priority of an interceptor pilot, right after any Seraphim.'' 
''If you're wondering why the Sekhmet is such a good ship, this is why. The Sekhmet is based on this tough SOB. They're tough, fairly quick, maneuverable, and well-armed. The last commetator had it right. Get rid of these things ASAP. While a Seraphim carries more raw firepower, a Nahema is a threat to anything in the area from the size of an assault fighter on up.'' 
''One of the best, if not the ultimate bomber in the game. It can move as fast as the fastest GTVA fighter, and possesses heavy armor. If in a choice between a wing of this and a wing of Seraphims, tell your squadron to go after the Seraphims and attempt to take on the Nahemas by yourself. 
''It's fast, and it's good, but, unlike the [[SB Seraphim]] and [[SB Nephilim]], this is almost always destroyed by a duel [[GTM Trebuchet|Trebuchet]] impact, reducing its effectiveness.'' 
''With every craft in the Freespace universe, The Nahema has a flaw to be exploited. unlike the other Shivan Bombers, witch are shaped in the oddest of ways, makeing it harder to hit, the Nahema has a roughly large target profile, giveing even the fresh-out-the-box Freespace pilots a nice kill. Reduceing it to shrapnel at medium range with an old fasion barradge of [[Subach HL-7]], makes for a partialy easy kill, but be advised, your best bet at wipeing it out with primary's alone is while its on a bombing run. otherwise dont hesitate to unload your secondaries at a distance. BTW, ive seen the odd dual fire [[GTM Harpoon]] take care of this bad boy in one go. all in all, the Nahema isnt to be trifled with. 

==Performance:==
===Statistics===
{|
|-
| style="width:200px" | '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Type|Type]]'''
| style="width:200px" | Bomber
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manufacturer|Manufacturer]]'''
| Unknown
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manuverablity|Manuverability]]'''
| N/A
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Velocity|Max Velocity]]'''
| 90.0 - 72.0 mps
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Afterburner Velocity|Max Afterburner Velocity]]'''
| 150.0 mps
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Armor|Armor]]'''
| N/A
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Hitpoints|Hitpoints]]
| 300
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Shields|Shields]]
| 900
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Length|Length]]'''
| 39 m
|}

===Armaments===

*'''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Gun Mounts|Gun Mounts]]'''
{| border=1 cellpadding=4 style="border-collapse: collapse"
|- align="center"
| colspan=3 style="background:#351515;"| '''Freespace 2'''
|- align="center"
| style="width:40px" |Bank
| style="width:60px" |Guns
| style="width:160px" |Standard Loadout
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 2
| [[Shivan Light Laser]]
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 2
| [[Shivan Heavy Laser]]
|}
*'''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Missile Banks|Missile Banks]]'''
{| border=1 cellpadding=4 style="border-collapse: collapse"
|- align="center"
| colspan=3 style="background:#351515;"| '''Freespace 2'''
|- align="center"
| style="width:40px" |Bank
| style="width:60px" |Capacity
| style="width:160px" |Standard Loadout
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 40
| [[GTM Piranha|Piranha]]
|- align="center"
| 2nd
| 40
| [[GTM Trebuchet|Trebuchet]]
|- align="center"
| 3rd
| 20
| [[GTM Piranha|Piranha]]
|}

[[Category:Ship]]

SB Nahema

2007-04-20T02:05:19Z

Hazard: /* Veteran Comments */

{{FS12_Ships}}
{{shipimage|image=[[Image:nehema320x240.jpg]]|caption=The SB Nahema}}

==Description:==

===FS2 Demo Tech Room Description===
Little is currently known about the Shivan Nahema class bomber. It appears to be very maneuverable and carries a large payload. The Nahema seems to be primarily designed as an anti-fighter escort, using it's large missile loads to devestate all but our heaviest fighters. Pilots engaged in a dogfight with the Nahema should be aware of its fighter-like speed.

===FS2 Tech Room Description===
Either the SB Nahema class is a new Shivan bomber design, or the Shivans are finally taking the GTVA seriously and bringing in their best ships. The Nahema is considered to be the Shivan's most dangerous bomber. It has demonstrated the ability to outrun virtually every fighter in the GTVA fleet. Its powerful laser banks and high-capacity missile bays make it a threat to combat craft of all types, as well as to capital ships.

===Developer Notes===
None

===Veteran Comments===
''The Nahema is a true fighter-bomber, and it can give a Myrmidon a run for the GTVA fighter's money in a dogfight if it wants. It is also very fast, making it difficult to intercept before it closes to torpedo range and starts launching. These should be the number-two priority of an interceptor pilot, right after any Seraphim.'' 
''If you're wondering why the Sekhmet is such a good ship, this is why. The Sekhmet is based on this tough SOB. They're tough, fairly quick, maneuverable, and well-armed. The last commetator had it right. Get rid of these things ASAP. While a Seraphim carries more raw firepower, a Nahema is a threat to anything in the area from the size of an assault fighter on up.'' 
''One of the best, if not the ultimate bomber in the game. It can move as fast as the fastest GTVA fighter, and possesses heavy armor. If in a choice between a wing of this and a wing of Seraphims, tell your squadron to go after the Seraphims and attempt to take on the Nahemas by yourself. 
''It's fast, and it's good, but, unlike the [[SB Seraphim]] and [[SB Nephilim]], this is almost always destroyed by a duel [[GTM Trebuchet|Trebuchet]] impact, reducing its effectiveness.'' 
''With every craft in the Freespace universe, The Nahema has a flaw to be exploited. unlike the other Shivan Bombers, witch are shaped in the oddest of ways, makeing it harder to hit, the Nahema has a roughly large target profile, giveing even the fresh-out-the-box Freespace pilots a nice kill. Reduceing it to shrapnel at medium range with an old fasion barradge of Subach HL-7, makes for an easy kill, but be advised, your best bet at wipeing it out with primary's alone is while its on a bombing run. otherwise dont hesitate to unload your secondaries at a distance. BTW, ive seen the odd dual fire [[GTM Harpoon]] take care of this bad boy in one go. all in all, the Nahema isnt to be trifled with. 

==Performance:==
===Statistics===
{|
|-
| style="width:200px" | '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Type|Type]]'''
| style="width:200px" | Bomber
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manufacturer|Manufacturer]]'''
| Unknown
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Manuverablity|Manuverability]]'''
| N/A
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Velocity|Max Velocity]]'''
| 90.0 - 72.0 mps
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Max Afterburner Velocity|Max Afterburner Velocity]]'''
| 150.0 mps
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Armor|Armor]]'''
| N/A
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Hitpoints|Hitpoints]]
| 300
|-
| [[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Shields|Shields]]
| 900
|-
| '''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Length|Length]]'''
| 39 m
|}

===Armaments===

*'''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Gun Mounts|Gun Mounts]]'''
{| border=1 cellpadding=4 style="border-collapse: collapse"
|- align="center"
| colspan=3 style="background:#351515;"| '''Freespace 2'''
|- align="center"
| style="width:40px" |Bank
| style="width:60px" |Guns
| style="width:160px" |Standard Loadout
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 2
| [[Shivan Light Laser]]
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 2
| [[Shivan Heavy Laser]]
|}
*'''[[Technical_Terms_and_Definitions#Missile Banks|Missile Banks]]'''
{| border=1 cellpadding=4 style="border-collapse: collapse"
|- align="center"
| colspan=3 style="background:#351515;"| '''Freespace 2'''
|- align="center"
| style="width:40px" |Bank
| style="width:60px" |Capacity
| style="width:160px" |Standard Loadout
|- align="center"
| 1st
| 40
| [[GTM Piranha|Piranha]]
|- align="center"
| 2nd
| 40
| [[GTM Trebuchet|Trebuchet]]
|- align="center"
| 3rd
| 20
| [[GTM Piranha|Piranha]]
|}

[[Category:Ship]]