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+ | Andorian Escorts are some of THE most powerful escort ships in the game to-date. The 5 full forward weapons give ample firepower to shred through enemies. The Charal variant shaves off some of the firepower for a bit more engineering survivability. But that does not neuter the ship's capabilities at all. The Kumari Wing Cannons however are the only shortfall as they do not give as much power as normal Dual Heavy Cannons. Utilizing the Wing Cannon Platforms properly requires all 3 consoles which may take the spots of better console options. Without all three consoles the Wing Cannon Platforms become merely a distraction for enemies only firing off one shot when the Kumari Wing Cannons also fire a volley. While they do look nice when firing, its suggested to store them away for the typical cannon options. |
==Comparison with Equivalent Variants== |
==Comparison with Equivalent Variants== |
Revision as of 08:41, 7 August 2013
The Andorian Charal Escort is an Admiral (Tier 5) level Federation Escort vessel.
The Kumari was the first ship of its class, placed under the command of Commander Thy’lek Shran in 2142. This iconic Andorian vessel served as a foundation for the development of many later ships, but the Kumari line is a direct improvement over the original Kumari design using the latest developments in Federation technology.
The Charal Class offers a balance between offensive firepower and defensive staying power.
The Andorian Charal Escort comes with a Console - Universal - Wing Cannon Platforms, and a set of Kumari Phaser Wing Cannons, which can only be used on Andorian vessels.
Players can purchase this ship through the Cryptic Store at a cost of 2,500 , or a 3-pack of Kumari variants for 5,000 .
Variants
Kumari class
- Main Article: Andorian Kumari Escort
The Kumari Class is designed for raw firepower, offering heavy tactical seating and five tactical console slots.
Visually, the Kumari design is sharp and tapered, with a forward hull resembling a flattened bullet. Its wings extend out to the sides of the rear hull and have a slight fold. Its distinctive Wing Cannons are mounted a few meters inward towards the main hull maintain a tapered shape, accented by a pair of protrusions enclosing the cannons. Small fins protrude from the dorsal and ventral hull to give a sharper appearance.
Charal class
- Main Article: Andorian Charal Escort
The Charal Class offers a balance between offensive firepower and defensive staying power.
The Charal Escort has a distinctively bulkier and more armored appearance than its peers. The dorsal and ventral blisters have a distinct appearance, its hull is also by default a slightly more purple-red shade. The forward hull is more blunted, and the Wing Cannons are placed at the tips of the wings rather than several meters inward. The cannons themselves are also thicker and have more a pronounced "recoil" animation when firing.
Khyzon class
- Main Article: Andorian Khyzon Escort
The Khyzon class has the highest emphasis on Science of any of the Andorian Escorts, but retains much of its offensive potency.
The Khyzon maintains a similar appearance to the Kumari escort, but has a less aggressive profile. It lacks the dorsal and ventral fins, and its wing cannons are less tapered.
Performance
Andorian Escorts are some of THE most powerful escort ships in the game to-date. The 5 full forward weapons give ample firepower to shred through enemies. The Charal variant shaves off some of the firepower for a bit more engineering survivability. But that does not neuter the ship's capabilities at all. The Kumari Wing Cannons however are the only shortfall as they do not give as much power as normal Dual Heavy Cannons. Utilizing the Wing Cannon Platforms properly requires all 3 consoles which may take the spots of better console options. Without all three consoles the Wing Cannon Platforms become merely a distraction for enemies only firing off one shot when the Kumari Wing Cannons also fire a volley. While they do look nice when firing, its suggested to store them away for the typical cannon options.
Comparison with Equivalent Variants
Tactical Escort Retrofit |
Multi-Vector Advanced Escort |
Heavy Escort Carrier |
Chimera Heavy Destroyer |
Blockade Runner Escort Retrofit |
Andorian Kumari Escort | |
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Weapons | 4 , 3 | 4 , 3 | 4 , 3 | 4 , 3 | 4 , 3 | 5 , 2 |
Bridge Officers |
Ku. Ch. Kh. | |||||
Consoles | 4 3 2 | 4 2 3 | 4 3 2 | 4 3 2 | 4 4 2 | Ku. 5 3 2 Ch. 4 4 2 Kh. 4 2 4 |
Hull Points | 30,000 | 30,000 | 32,000 | 34,500 | 34,500 | 32,000 |
Crew | 50 | 150 | 200 | 750 | 200 | 85 |
Turn Rate | 17 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 16 |
Shield Modifier |
0.9 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 0.9 |
Universal Console |
Cloaking Device | Multi-Vector Assault Module | Photon Torpedo Point Defense System |
Dynamic Tactical System | Ku. Phaser Dispersal Array Ch. Wing Cannon Platforms Kh. Tachyon Induction Relay | |
Abilities | Carrier Commands | Regenerative Mode Tactical Mode |
Comparison with Kumari Variants
Kumari | Charal | Khyzon | |
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Bridge Officers |
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Consoles | 5 3 2 | 4 4 2 | 4 2 4 |
Console | Phaser Dispersal Array |
Wing Cannon Platforms |
Tachyon Induction Relay |
Standard Configuration
Federation starships come with standard equipment and weapons of the lowest mark available at the ship's minimum rank. The items provided are appropriate to the type of vessel and its related playing style.
Equipment
Fore Weapons
Aft Weapons
Gallery
Playable starships (All Factions)
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Unlocking Cross-Faction Flying will grant the player the ability to use any starship, from any faction. |
Starfleet: (Complete & Detailed List) |
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Klingon Defense Force: (Complete & Detailed List) |
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Small Craft | ||||
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DujHod Chariot • Kivra Shuttle • Rozhenko Timeship • To'Duj Fighter • Toron Shuttle |
Romulan Republic: (Complete & Detailed List) |
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Small Craft | ||||
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Commander's Gig • Tiercel Shuttle • Kestrel Runabout • Scorpion Fighter |