TIE Fighter

MFG Info:

Designation: Starfighter
Manufacturer: Sienar Fleet Systems
In Use By: Empire
Special Characteristics:
Space superiority fighter. Standard Imperial fighter in common use throughout the Empire. Its agility makes up for its lack of shielding

Vital Stats:

Speed: 100 MGLT
Acceleration: 20 MGLT/second
Maneuverability Rating: 96 DPF
Lasers: Dual Lasers
Std. Combat Warhead Load: 0
Shield rating: 0 SBD
Hull rating: 9 RU

Description:

Simply put, a deathtrap. The TIE Fighter's extreme maneuverability and acceleration cannot save it from its complete lack of shielding and paper-thin hull, since a lucky shot from an opponent will likely prove fatal. Approach the enemy from behind only and stay out of major firefights to maximize your chances of survival. The TIE Fighter can easily outmaneuver all Rebel craft except the A-Wing, and its agility makes it a viable threat to slower, unprotected craft.

Keep the TIE Fighter's lasers charged conservatively, since it has no shields to transfer laser energy to should it become maxed out. But the more energy you direct to its twin ion engines, the more difficult the TIE Fighter will be to hit. Watch out for enemies approaching from the side, because its huge solar panels make easy targets. Try to make the enemy follow from behind, then pull a tight vertical loop while slowing down and he'll fly into your sights. A capable pilot can be deadly in a TIE Fighter, but prolonged flying in this craft is certain to be hazardous.

TIE Interceptor

MFG Info:

Designation: Starfighter
Manufacturer: Sienar Fleet Systems
In Use By: Empire
Special Characteristics:
Interceptor. Faster, more maneuverable and with greater firepower than the standard TIE Fighter. One of the Empire's best dogfighters

Vital Stats:

Speed: 111 MGLT
Acceleration: 21 MGLT/second
Maneuverability Rating: 104 DPF
Lasers: Quad Lasers
Std. Combat Warhead Load: 0
Shield rating: 0 SBD
Hull rating: 16 RU

Description:

This ship puts the TIE Fighter to shame. It's considerably more maneuverable and faster than the TIE Fighter, and it can take an extra hit or two before being destroyed. In addition, it boasts four laser cannons, which will make short work of any Rebel fighter. The TIE Interceptor must be flown cautiously, much like the TIE Fighter, because of its weak defensive abilities. Change speeds frequently and stay out of the line of fire. Keep in mind that turning radius is greatest at two-thirds engine power. Maneuver behind the enemy and strike in quick, powerful bursts with full lasers charged.

TIE Bomber

MFG Info:

Designation: Starfighter
Manufacturer: Sienar Fleet Systems
In Use By: Empire
Special Characteristics:
Heavy attack fighter. Good multi-role craft. Standard Imperial fighter for attacks on enemy capital ships and bases

Vital Stats:

Speed: 80 MGLT
Acceleration: 13 MGLT/second
Maneuverability Rating: 86 DPF
Lasers: Dual Lasers
Std. Combat Warhead Load: 8
Shield rating: 0 SBD
Hull rating: 28 RU

Description:

This is a strange starfighter: It is by far the slowest in the Imperial Navy and is unshielded like most of the TIE series. Yet it is remarkably maneuverable, making it effective in the right pilot's hands, both in bombing runs and dogfights. Its hull is considerably thicker than its faster brethren, but the TIE Bomber must avoid being hit in the first place, regardless. And unlike the Fighter and Interceptor models, the Bomber packs multiple warheads that should be used without reservation. Consider cutting laser power to a minimum to maximize speed while relying on its surplus of warheads, which demand no energy consumption. While adjusting your velocity in combat, keep in mind that the TIE Bomber accelerates slowly.

Alpha Class Xg-1 Assault Gunboat

MFG Info:

Designation: Starfighter
Manufacturer: Cygnus Spaceworks
In Use By: Empire
Special Characteristics:
Space superiority fighter. Excellent multi-role craft. This was the first general deployment Imperial fighter designated with shields and hyperdrive

Vital Stats:

Speed: 90 MGLT
Acceleration: 20 MGLT/second
Maneuverability Rating: 78 DPF
Lasers: Dual Lasers and Dual Ion Cannons
Std. Combat Warhead Load: 16
Shield rating: 100 SBD
Hull rating: 28 RU

Description:

This daunting starfighter boasts a stunning defense, maneuverability like the X-Wing, fairly quick speed, a mother lode of warheads, and ion cannons to balance out the package. Needless to say, the Alpha Class is a deadly and furious machine in the proper hands. Even a novice pilot should be able to use its 16 missiles to good effect.

Keep its heavy shields and lasers fully charged, relying on its durability and maneuverability rather than its top speed. It can take a lot more punishment than any other starfighter, so approach enemies directly with lasers and missiles blazing. The Assault Gunboat is certainly the most powerful bomber in space, as well as a very capable dogfighter. You should be very careful in its presence. And when flying it, bear in mind that while it is powerful, it's not invincible. Don't take unnecessary damage and make sure you transfer laser energy to shields as necessary, since you can always fall back on your missiles.

TIE Advanced

MFG Info:

Designation: Starfighter
Manufacturer: Sienar Fleet Systems
In Use By: Empire
Special Characteristics:
Space superiority fighter. Excellent multi-role craft derived from Lord Darth Vader's TIE Advanced x1 Prototype. It is extremely deadly

Vital Stats:

Speed: 133 MGLT
Acceleration: 16 MGLT/second
Maneuverability Rating: 104 DPF
Lasers: Quad Lasers
Std. Combat Warhead Load: 8
Shield rating: 40 SBD
Hull rating: 14 RU

Description:

Lightning fast and violently maneuverable, the TIE Advanced may very well be the most potent starfighter of all. Though its shields are slightly weaker than the A-Wing's, the TIE Advanced can out-fly this quick Rebel craft with little problem. Although it packs half as many missiles as the A-Wing, its four laser cannons make it a superior offensive fighter. A capable pilot in a TIE Advanced is one of the deadliest forces in space. Slower craft like the Y-Wing simply cannot compete with it, and the Rebels' popular X-Wing will be hard pressed to catch up.

The TIE Advanced can even take on capital ships, though the TIE Bomber and Assault Gunboat are better suited to this sort of battle. This starfighter is an excellent choice for virtually any mission objective, and it makes a deadly counterpart to the slower aforementioned craft.

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