Wyvern Explorer (Oolite)
Wyvern Explorer I (ADCK Wyvern Explorer OXP) | |
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Size (W×H×L) | 112 m×35 m×78 m |
Cargo capacity | 40 TC |
Cargo bay extension | 15 TC |
Maximum speed | 0.235 LM |
Manoeuvrability | Pitch: 1.00 Roll: 2.00 Yaw: 1.00 Thrust: 25 |
Energy banks | 4 |
Energy recharge rate |
Medium (3.00) |
Gun mounts | Fore: 1x |
Missile slots | 2 |
Shield boosters available | Yes |
Military shields available | Yes |
Hyperspace capable | Yes |
OXP or standard | OXP |
Available to player | Yes |
Base price | 175,000 ₢ |
Contents
Overview
The Wyvern was an attempt to combine a larger trading ship with a faster multiple-role craft, and it was an attempt that nearly worked. What the designers ended up with was a craft that had almost enough cargo room to be a trading ship, and almost enough speed and kick to be a combat craft.
It may have fallen between two stools in many people’s eyes, but to others it acts as a great all-rounder.
History
For years, ships of the Alliance of Independent Systems had contact with GalCop space. Sometimes as explorers, but usually as traders, they were welcome to most stations and planets.
When ADCK Transport Ltd acquired from unknown sources various blueprints from outer-GalCop ships the Wyvern Explorer was one of them. Against the advice of the design department, the decision was made to adapt this ship to the GalCop market. The unique engine caused nightmares to the developers and the first prototype didn't look promising. After the Wyvern Explorer I was introduced to the public, not many orders came in. Only the low price brought enough buyers to barely cover the costs.
Soon the management ordered a complete overhaul of the ship. With the help of a mysterious consultant, the Wyvern Explorer II proved to be much improved. Higher speed and more laser mounts were only some new highlights. While the II-P offered a ship for prospectors, the II-M is a real multi-purpose vessel featuring the original weapons of the Alliance model as standard. The acceptance was a lot higher and soon the number of clients began to raise.
Model comparisons
Upgrades
Wyvern Explorer (ADCK's FFE Ships OXP)
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 • Passenger Berth • Escape Capsule • Docking Computers • Witch Fuel Injectors • Scanner Targeting Enhancement • Multi-Targeting System • Galactic Hyperdrive • Advanced Space Compass | |
Weaponry | Pulse Laser • Beam Laser • Military Laser • Mining Laser • Quirium Cascade Mine | |
Defence | E.C.M. System • Extra Energy Unit • Naval Energy Unit • Shield Boosters • Military Shield Enhancement • External Heat Shielding |
Wyvern Explorer I (ADCK Wyvern Explorer OXP)
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 • Passenger Berth • Escape Capsule • Docking Computers • Witch Fuel Injectors • Scanner Targeting Enhancement • Multi-Targeting System • Galactic Hyperdrive • Advanced Space Compass | |
Weaponry | Pulse Laser • Beam Laser • Military Laser • Mining Laser | |
Defence | E.C.M. System • Extra Energy Unit • Naval Energy Unit • Shield Boosters • Military Shield Enhancement • External Heat Shielding |
Wyvern Explorer II-P (ADCK Wyvern Explorer OXP)
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 • Passenger Berth • Escape Capsule • Docking Computers • Witch Fuel Injectors • Scanner Targeting Enhancement • Multi-Targeting System • Galactic Hyperdrive • Advanced Space Compass | |
Weaponry | Pulse Laser • Beam Laser • Military Laser • Mining Laser | |
Defence | E.C.M. System • Extra Energy Unit • Naval Energy Unit • Shield Boosters • External Heat Shielding |
Wyvern Explorer II-M (ADCK Wyvern Explorer OXP)
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 • Passenger Berth • Escape Capsule • Docking Computers • Witch Fuel Injectors • Scanner Targeting Enhancement • Multi-Targeting System • Galactic Hyperdrive • Advanced Space Compass | |
Weaponry | Pulse Laser • Beam Laser • Military Laser • Mining Laser • Quirium Cascade Mine | |
Defence | E.C.M. System • Extra Energy Unit • Naval Energy Unit • Shield Boosters • Military Shield Enhancement • External Heat Shielding |
- The Wyvern Explorer II-M is using a Linear Particle Accelerator as standard
Credits
- David Braben (Frontier game)
- ADCK (author, models, basic textures and basic specifications)
- Griff (model and basic textures of the standard escape pod)
- Simon B (model, basic textures and shaders of the Alliance escape pod)
- Arexack Heretic (model and basic textures of the Alliance container from Cargo Wreck Teaser OXP)
- Cmdr Wyvern (basic design of the Linear Particle Accelerator, adopted from Raptors OXP)
Requirements
Oolite V 1.88 or higher and a video card capable of supporting Oolite shaders.
Compatibility
If you are currently flying the player-ship from ADCK's FFE Ships OXP you will face some changes after installing this package:
- Your energy, speed, trust and cargo hull are increased while your recharge rate is a little down.
- The ship texture is replaced with materials using the latest standards.
Otherwise both packages don't interfere with each other.
Download
- The latest version (ADCK Wyvern Explorer, 2022/05/20) could be found on the Expansions Manager or alternatively here: ADCK Wyvern Explorer OXP
- The ship is part of the ADCK's FFE Ships OXP (update of Wyvern Explorer OXP, 2011/07/03)
- The Wyvern Explorer can be found in the Wyvern Explorer OXP (initial release 2011/07/02, outdated and unmaintained !)
License
This work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share Alike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0).
To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Version History
- V 2.00 / 2022/05/20 / Montana05
- complete overhaul of the entire OXP
- improvement of the materials
- included 3 new versions, both NPC and player
- added the Linear Particle Accelerator as a new weapon
- synchronized the package with ADCK's FFE Ships OXP
- various implementations to adjust to the current standards
- V 1.00 / 2011/07/03 / ADCK
- ADCK's FFE Ships OXP (various ships, including this one)
- V 1.00 / 2011/07/02 / ADCK
- Wyvern Explorer OXP (outdated)
Quick Facts
Version | Released | License | Features | Category | Author(s) | Feedback |
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2.00 | 2022-05-20 | CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 | Ship | Ships OXPs | ADCK, Montana05 | Oolite BB |
Links
- ADCK's FFE Ships (ship set including an updated version of Wyvern Explorer OXP, 2011/07/03)
- Release ADCK's Wyvern Explorer (initial release 2011/07/02, now outdated and replaced by ADCK's FFE Ships OXP)
- Alliance (the Alliance in Frontier)
- Alliance of Independent Systems on ED wiki
to be continued ...