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== Overview ==
 
== Overview ==
 
[[Image:Oolite-blackdogescape.png|thumb|240px|left|An outnumbered Blackdog chose to eject]]
 
[[Image:Oolite-blackdogescape.png|thumb|240px|left|An outnumbered Blackdog chose to eject]]
 
Originally built in [[Sector1/Inera|Inera]] Orbit Space by [[Whatt and Pritney]], the mighty Python has been in service since 2700. This is an old design which clearly shows its age. However, it is cheap for its size and extremely robust. Many a trader has slogged it out in a Python to afford a more modern and sexy ship. If maintained correctly, a Python will go on forever.
 
Originally built in [[Sector1/Inera|Inera]] Orbit Space by [[Whatt and Pritney]], the mighty Python has been in service since 2700. This is an old design which clearly shows its age. However, it is cheap for its size and extremely robust. Many a trader has slogged it out in a Python to afford a more modern and sexy ship. If maintained correctly, a Python will go on forever.
  
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== Notable Features ==
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== Notable features ==
 
The vast majority of Pythons still in service are working ships with no frills. The Python is perhaps the antithesis of the [[Mussurana]], which by contrast is fast, lithe and luxuriously appointed (not to mention tremendously expensive). A Python in good condition will fetch around Cr.200,000 on the open market, which is remarkably good value for money considering that it can (slowly) shift 100 TC, or 115 TC with the optional cargo bay extension. The Python is easy to find, and virtually all shipyards are experienced in their maintenance, making spare parts easy to find and running costs low.
 
The vast majority of Pythons still in service are working ships with no frills. The Python is perhaps the antithesis of the [[Mussurana]], which by contrast is fast, lithe and luxuriously appointed (not to mention tremendously expensive). A Python in good condition will fetch around Cr.200,000 on the open market, which is remarkably good value for money considering that it can (slowly) shift 100 TC, or 115 TC with the optional cargo bay extension. The Python is easy to find, and virtually all shipyards are experienced in their maintenance, making spare parts easy to find and running costs low.
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== Description ==
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{{QuoteText|Text= The first thing one noticed when entering the bridge was how run-down it looked. Frankly, this ship had seen better days. What little paint was left was mostly old and mottled. The bridge was now a scuffed steel plated floor, with hull plating making up the sides and ceiling. Broken illumination panels flickered, and a lone dented locker sat to the rear next to the entry door. Three consoles made up the area all of which looked in various states of disrepair. The front left was for damage control and combat. A single screen showed ship schematics and various gauges, showing the overall health of the ship and her components. (with most parts of the ship in a discouraging yellow, and a few in a rather alarming red.) The front right, where Orin was sitting, contained a condensed version of this on the viewscreens. Front and aft shields, all seven of the energy bank bars, the IFF scanner, and fuel, cabin temperature, and laser temp. readings gave a wealth of information to the pilot. The final console, in the middle rear, was for the captain, and gave a read-out of cargo, licenses, system information, trade route plans, and other much needed trading information.|Source=([https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=7160 Herald's End by OneOfTheLost])}}
  
 
== Upgrades ==
 
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Deviating from the stock Python, the Blackdog can fit a {{EQ_PASSENGER_BERTH}}, {{EQ_FUEL_SCOOPS}}, comes with a {{EQ_BEAM_LASER}}, and can add the {{EQ_NAVAL_SHIELD_BOOSTER}}.
 
Deviating from the stock Python, the Blackdog can fit a {{EQ_PASSENGER_BERTH}}, {{EQ_FUEL_SCOOPS}}, comes with a {{EQ_BEAM_LASER}}, and can add the {{EQ_NAVAL_SHIELD_BOOSTER}}.
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Speaking of black dog Pythons, I recall one time I was attacked by one - or the wreck of it, at least!
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When I saw it first, I thought it to be just a battered renegade hulk, turrets bristling on the severely breached, rusty hull... It was unpowered and appeared ancient.
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I didn't give it much attention, we've all crossed such perennial corpses of a million battles, right?
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But I should have, as when I was passing within range the thing suddenly powered up and started firing at me with all it had, hitting me hard. It took me a lot of sweet flying to clear the turret's range, but then I managed to shoot back at the ambushing pirate.
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Or not!!!
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To my great surprise, the lasers went right by the hulk as if it wasn't there!
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"Naa, you just missed", you're thinking, right? So did I, and shot it again and again - to no effect - until I received an audio hailing; a deep and sinister voice mocking me and saying that such a plucky fellow'd fit nicely in his crew.
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And his name was... no, I cant!
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Oh, how considerate, a drink for the nerves...
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...all right, the Captain's name was... Ghost Pirate LeChuck!
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Well, as for how it ended: all I wanted was to get away from that thing. I fed my Asp's injectors and the Python kept up easily, I fired my missile to try and slow it down but just got this blood-curdling snickering; finally that got me so shook up I forced a mis-jump on low fuel.
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I got lucky and survived, and now I always shoot at any hulk I find before approaching it. And if you kids have any sense, you should, too!  From [https://bb.oolite.space/viewtopic.php?p=45126#p45126 Travellers' Tales], written by [[User:Cmdr. Maegil|Cmdr. Maegil]] (2008)
  
 
====Python Eunectes Turbo (ET) Special====
 
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The [[Z-ships_Python_Courier|Python Courier]] is faster, has more missile slots, comes with fuel scoops fitted, and at the same time retains the shape and sturdiness of the original design.
 
The [[Z-ships_Python_Courier|Python Courier]] is faster, has more missile slots, comes with fuel scoops fitted, and at the same time retains the shape and sturdiness of the original design.
  
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Image:classicPython-A.png|[[The Classic Ships|Classic Python]]
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Image:classicPython-A.png|[[The Classic Ships OXP|Classic Python]]
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Image:classicPython-B.png|[[The Classic Ships|Classic Python Trader]]
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Image:classicPython-C.png|[[The Classic Ships|Classic Python Blackdog]]
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Image:classicPython-C.png|[[The Classic Ships OXP|Classic Python Blackdog]]
 
Image:Deepspace_Python.jpg|[[Deepspace_Ships|Deepspace Python]]
 
Image:Deepspace_Python.jpg|[[Deepspace_Ships|Deepspace Python]]
 
Image:Griff_python.jpg|[[Griff_Industries|Griff's Python]]
 
Image:Griff_python.jpg|[[Griff_Industries|Griff's Python]]
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Image:Neolite_python.jpg|[[Neolite_Ships|Neolite Python]]
 
Image:Neolite_python.jpg|[[Neolite_Ships|Neolite Python]]
 
Image:SungsPython.jpg|[[Shady Sungs|Sung's Python]]
 
Image:SungsPython.jpg|[[Shady Sungs|Sung's Python]]
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Image:IA_python.jpg|[[Iron Ass OXP|Iron Ass Python]]
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Image:IA_pythonBD.jpg|[[Iron Ass OXP|Iron Ass "Black Dog"]]
 
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Latest revision as of 02:37, 29 February 2024

Python
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Size (W×H×L) 80m×40m×130m
Cargo capacity 100 TC
Cargo bay extension 15 TC
Maximum speed 0.20 LM
Manoeuvrability Roll: 2.0
Pitch: 0.8
Energy banks 7
Energy recharge rate

Medium (2.5)

Gun mounts Fore, Aft
Port, Starboard
Missile slots 2
Shield boosters available Yes
Military shields available No
Hyperspace capable Yes
OXP or standard Standard
Available to player Yes
Base price 200,000₢

Logo - Whatt & Pritney.png

Overview

An outnumbered Blackdog chose to eject

Originally built in Inera Orbit Space by Whatt and Pritney, the mighty Python has been in service since 2700. This is an old design which clearly shows its age. However, it is cheap for its size and extremely robust. Many a trader has slogged it out in a Python to afford a more modern and sexy ship. If maintained correctly, a Python will go on forever.

Notable features

The vast majority of Pythons still in service are working ships with no frills. The Python is perhaps the antithesis of the Mussurana, which by contrast is fast, lithe and luxuriously appointed (not to mention tremendously expensive). A Python in good condition will fetch around Cr.200,000 on the open market, which is remarkably good value for money considering that it can (slowly) shift 100 TC, or 115 TC with the optional cargo bay extension. The Python is easy to find, and virtually all shipyards are experienced in their maintenance, making spare parts easy to find and running costs low.

Description

The first thing one noticed when entering the bridge was how run-down it looked. Frankly, this ship had seen better days. What little paint was left was mostly old and mottled. The bridge was now a scuffed steel plated floor, with hull plating making up the sides and ceiling. Broken illumination panels flickered, and a lone dented locker sat to the rear next to the entry door. Three consoles made up the area all of which looked in various states of disrepair. The front left was for damage control and combat. A single screen showed ship schematics and various gauges, showing the overall health of the ship and her components. (with most parts of the ship in a discouraging yellow, and a few in a rather alarming red.) The front right, where Orin was sitting, contained a condensed version of this on the viewscreens. Front and aft shields, all seven of the energy bank bars, the IFF scanner, and fuel, cabin temperature, and laser temp. readings gave a wealth of information to the pilot. The final console, in the middle rear, was for the captain, and gave a read-out of cargo, licenses, system information, trade route plans, and other much needed trading information.
(Herald's End by OneOfTheLost)

Upgrades

Compatible equipment for this ship. Factory standard equipment is marked in bold, all other equipment can be added by the player.
Misc. Equipment Cargo Bay Expansion • Fuel Scoops • Escape Capsule • Docking Computers • Witch Fuel Injectors • Galactic Hyperdrive • Advanced Space Compass • Scanner Targeting Enhancement • Multi-Targeting System • {{{11}}} • {{{12}}} • {{{13}}} • {{{14}}} • {{{15}}} • {{{16}}} • {{{17}}} • {{{18}}} • {{{19}}} • {{{20}}} • {{{21}}}
Weaponry Pulse Laser • Beam Laser • Military Laser • Energy Bomb • {{{6}}} • {{{7}}} • {{{8}}} • {{{9}}} • {{{10}}} • {{{11}}} • {{{12}}} • {{{13}}} • {{{14}}} • {{{15}}} • {{{16}}} • {{{17}}} • {{{18}}} • {{{19}}} • {{{20}}} • {{{21}}}
Defence E.C.M. System • Extra Energy Unit • Naval Energy Unit • Shield Boosters • External Heat Shielding • {{{7}}} • {{{8}}} • {{{9}}} • {{{10}}} • {{{11}}} • {{{12}}} • {{{13}}} • {{{14}}} • {{{15}}} • {{{16}}} • {{{17}}} • {{{18}}} • {{{19}}} • {{{20}}} • {{{21}}}

Variations

Pythons have also been popular targets for conversion since they are common and capacious. One of the most famous Python conversions was the total stripping and remaking of one of these large ships into Woodford's Casino and Bar, which was towed into orbit around Zaonce. It was tolerated for about fifteen years by the Zaonce authorities. However, it soon became clear that it was being used as a money laundering facility and was damaged beyond repair during a Police raid on the operators of the casino. The wreck continued to orbit Zaonce for another year before it was finally scrapped.

Python Blackdog

A less welcome conversion, is to a customised pirate ship. The ease of maintenance and ease of acquisition has also made this a popular ship for pirates to use to haul away their loot. There is somewhat of a pirate tradition to repaint the rather plain factory scheme with a traditional skull-and-crossbones motif. One particularly dreaded variant of these goes by the name "Blackdog". Pirate operated Pythons seldom roam alone; if you find one, expect fighters to be close at hand.

Deviating from the stock Python, the Blackdog can fit a Passenger Berth, Fuel Scoops, comes with a Beam Laser, and can add the Military Shield Enhancement. 

Speaking of black dog Pythons, I recall one time I was attacked by one - or the wreck of it, at least!
When I saw it first, I thought it to be just a battered renegade hulk, turrets bristling on the severely breached, rusty hull... It was unpowered and appeared ancient.
I didn't give it much attention, we've all crossed such perennial corpses of a million battles, right?

But I should have, as when I was passing within range the thing suddenly powered up and started firing at me with all it had, hitting me hard. It took me a lot of sweet flying to clear the turret's range, but then I managed to shoot back at the ambushing pirate.

Or not!!!

To my great surprise, the lasers went right by the hulk as if it wasn't there!
"Naa, you just missed", you're thinking, right? So did I, and shot it again and again - to no effect - until I received an audio hailing; a deep and sinister voice mocking me and saying that such a plucky fellow'd fit nicely in his crew.

And his name was... no, I cant!

Oh, how considerate, a drink for the nerves...
...all right, the Captain's name was... Ghost Pirate LeChuck!

Well, as for how it ended: all I wanted was to get away from that thing. I fed my Asp's injectors and the Python kept up easily, I fired my missile to try and slow it down but just got this blood-curdling snickering; finally that got me so shook up I forced a mis-jump on low fuel.

I got lucky and survived, and now I always shoot at any hulk I find before approaching it. And if you kids have any sense, you should, too!   From Travellers' Tales, written by Cmdr. Maegil (2008)

Python Eunectes Turbo (ET) Special

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Recent developments has seen a more exclusive and expensive model hit the market, namely the Python ET Special. It offers considerable improvements to its predecessor in terms of speed and maneuverability at no expense of cargo space, although its hull is slightly less robust than the classic Python. Pirates who can afford these rides should not be lightly dismissed.


Python Class Cruiser

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The Python Class Cruiser was a larger and faster sister ship to the Python, rolling off the production lines at Inera Orbit Space along with the Python, production beginning in 2720, production ceasing at around the same time as Python production ended.


Python Clipper

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Bringing the Python right up to date, the Gerege Federation SpaceWorks have recently announced the Python Clipper to complement the popular Boa Clipper. The clippers are long-legged fighting transports, with a trade-off between reduced cargo space and better handling and speed. They come as standard with Fuel Scoops, Heat Shielding and supplementary external fuel tanks containing 4LY of fuel.

Python Courier

The Python Courier is faster, has more missile slots, comes with fuel scoops fitted, and at the same time retains the shape and sturdiness of the original design.

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