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== Scandalous Origins == | == Scandalous Origins == | ||
| − | Once believed to be an extinct craft, or even the stuff of myths, the Wolf Mk.I was | + | Once believed to be an extinct craft, or even by some the stuff of myths, the Wolf Mk.I was notorious for its hard shell, and its bite. The designs of this rare ship were thought to have been lost, but were eventually, at some expense, recovered by the Military who saw a great appeal in applying these charcteristics to craft in their fleet. The contract was commissioned to the relatively unknown shipyards of [[Amaliel Corp.]] for a new ship modified to cater for military needs. Thus the Wolf Mk.II was born. |
| − | The events that followed were uncharacteristic of Military history, and much of the factual evidence was later suppressed. It was the Military leadership's intention not to | + | The events that followed were uncharacteristic of Military history, and much of the factual evidence was later suppressed. It was the Military leadership's intention not to distribute this new ship across the fleet, but to exclusively train the Military's top pilots to form "Wolf ''Paragon'' Squadrons". The leadership did not fail in selecting their very most skillful. |
| − | There is no denying there were mistakes made during the selections, however. The Paragon squads had | + | There is no denying there were mistakes made during the selections, however. The Paragon squads had been assembled for a ridiculously short time when the first reports of desertion reached High Command. Mass-desertion had soon spread to extreme proportions, and it became aparent that shamefully many of "the finest" were unable to resist the temptations that came with commanding such a superiour craft, confronted with relatively feeble resistance. Shockingly many had conspired to form rogue gangs, and went on to exploit this newfound power with little inhibition. |
[[Image:Wolfolfmilpic.png|thumb|left|180px|Early Military field image]] | [[Image:Wolfolfmilpic.png|thumb|left|180px|Early Military field image]] | ||
| − | The response from High Command was urgent but could disguise none of the inflicted embarassment. The Paragon Squads were | + | The response from High Command was urgent but could disguise none of the inflicted embarassment. The Paragon Squads were instantly disbanded, and all deserters declared priority outlaws, subject to immediate extermination. The minority of the pilots who had stayed loyal to the military cause were quietly promoted into positions of relative obscurity, and the Amaliel Corp. contract to supply ships was cancelled. This resulted in a judicial stink that would not go away despite heavy Military pressure on Amaliel to forego that anything had ever happened, but eventually the shipbuilders' resistance paid off. As illegal models began to appear, the Military leadership realized that containment of the fiasco was futile, and set to minimize their losses. In an agreement that saw the Military join Amaliel as partners in private enterprise, The Wolf Mk.II would finally be available for sale on the open market. |
== Aftermath == | == Aftermath == | ||
| − | As the Military came to approach the problems in a more constructive manner, its Propaganda Dept. saw no harm in spreading disinformation concerning the Wolf Mk.II's origins. Several rumours, | + | As the Military came to approach the problems in a more constructive manner, its Propaganda Dept. saw no harm in spreading disinformation concerning the Wolf Mk.II's origins. Several rumours, among them the Wolf's alleged basis in [[Thargoids|Thargoid]] technology, never hurt sales and brought focus to the all-important war effort. However, these attempts to blur the truth are swallowed only by the most gullible. |
== Download == | == Download == | ||
Revision as of 23:37, 30 April 2006
| Wolf Mk.II | |
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| Size (metres, W×H×L) | 90 x 26 x 108 |
| Cargo capacity | 20 TC |
| Cargo bay extension | Unknown |
| Maximum speed | 0.38 LM |
| Manoeuvrability | Roll: 1.8 Pitch: 1.2 |
| Energy banks | 6 |
| Energy recharge rate | Unknown |
| Gun mounts | Fore, Aft Port, Starboard |
| Missile slots | Unknown |
| Shield boosters available | Yes |
| Military shields available | Yes |
| Hyperspace capable | Yes |
| OXP or standard | OXP |
| Available to player | Yes |
| Base price | Unknown |
Overview
Venomous, fortified, durable, and formidable in battle, the mere mention of the name Wolf Mk.II can give experienced pilots get the shakes. As they are highly expensive and demanding to maneuver, it is given that the pilot who commands a Wolf has earned the right to do so.
Scandalous Origins
Once believed to be an extinct craft, or even by some the stuff of myths, the Wolf Mk.I was notorious for its hard shell, and its bite. The designs of this rare ship were thought to have been lost, but were eventually, at some expense, recovered by the Military who saw a great appeal in applying these charcteristics to craft in their fleet. The contract was commissioned to the relatively unknown shipyards of Amaliel Corp. for a new ship modified to cater for military needs. Thus the Wolf Mk.II was born.
The events that followed were uncharacteristic of Military history, and much of the factual evidence was later suppressed. It was the Military leadership's intention not to distribute this new ship across the fleet, but to exclusively train the Military's top pilots to form "Wolf Paragon Squadrons". The leadership did not fail in selecting their very most skillful.
There is no denying there were mistakes made during the selections, however. The Paragon squads had been assembled for a ridiculously short time when the first reports of desertion reached High Command. Mass-desertion had soon spread to extreme proportions, and it became aparent that shamefully many of "the finest" were unable to resist the temptations that came with commanding such a superiour craft, confronted with relatively feeble resistance. Shockingly many had conspired to form rogue gangs, and went on to exploit this newfound power with little inhibition.
The response from High Command was urgent but could disguise none of the inflicted embarassment. The Paragon Squads were instantly disbanded, and all deserters declared priority outlaws, subject to immediate extermination. The minority of the pilots who had stayed loyal to the military cause were quietly promoted into positions of relative obscurity, and the Amaliel Corp. contract to supply ships was cancelled. This resulted in a judicial stink that would not go away despite heavy Military pressure on Amaliel to forego that anything had ever happened, but eventually the shipbuilders' resistance paid off. As illegal models began to appear, the Military leadership realized that containment of the fiasco was futile, and set to minimize their losses. In an agreement that saw the Military join Amaliel as partners in private enterprise, The Wolf Mk.II would finally be available for sale on the open market.
Aftermath
As the Military came to approach the problems in a more constructive manner, its Propaganda Dept. saw no harm in spreading disinformation concerning the Wolf Mk.II's origins. Several rumours, among them the Wolf's alleged basis in Thargoid technology, never hurt sales and brought focus to the all-important war effort. However, these attempts to blur the truth are swallowed only by the most gullible.
