Starfighter

Starfighter
by Ben McSweeney
Type	Spacecraft

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A Starfighter is a spaceworthy fighter plane.

• boosters provide thrust
• wings provide lift
• acclivity rings provide 3D manoeuvrability
• atmospheric scoops reduce wind resistance
• GravCaps absorb g-force to enable higher accelerations
• shield igniters provide a force-field
• the light-lance can be used for grappling
• IMP can disable enemy shields
• destructors are an energy beam weapon

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