Front and overview of the ship, dubbed the Shylock. At 73 studs in length and crewed by 13 Squidhead people, she is quite large. At the front of the ship, you can see its two beam projectors and a Blink Cannon. The Dominion accesses hyperspace through their unique Blink Drive, allowing for possibly the fastest FTL of any empire. Historically, enemies of the Dominion utilize a shielding method known as Anticipatory Shielding. To conserve energy, sensors estimate the impact time of ordnance and raise shields at last minute. The Blink Cannon circumvents this entirely; as the cannon contains a miniature Blink Drive, it can fire particles so fast that sensors cannot anticipate the attack.
A close-up of the name plate and its Rail Gun. Squidhead weaponry are extremely fast, so this Rail Gun is actually one of the slower weapons in the arsenal. Despite this, it grants the Shylock impressive firepower.
A side and thruster view.
The Echo class is divided into two decks.
View of engineering, hangar, control tower, and supply room. Up to three Vector starfighters can be carried.
The bridge.
The captain's quarters, officers' quarters, a common area, meeting room, and enlisted quarters.
Squidheads and Near Squids: There are two general categories of Squidheads; true Squidheads and the Near-Squids. These Near-Squids come from the same genetic background as true Squidheads, but some differences came. There are two types; the Manta Men and Skadwordians. Near-Squids enjoy most the rights that Squidheads have, though they are often looked down upon.
The Manta Men are more removed genetically. While Squidheads are grandiose, selfish, and prone to backstabbing, the Manta Men are highly cooperative and united as a group. It's said that if the Dominion was founded by the Manta Men, the universe would have been long conquered. Highly industrious and militaristic, Manta Men crewed fleets are known for their tenacity in battle. In recent times, frustrated Manta Men have broken off from the Dominion to form rebel groups. This insurrection has proven itself an able adversary, and may severely threaten the Dominion in times to come. On the left is a Loyalist Manta, and the right a Rebel.
Skadwordians are closer genetically to true Squids. Known for their dour personalities and patronage of the arts, Skadwordians are a bizarre race. Unlike their brethren, Skadwordians do not tolerate the idiotic Patrackains and seek to destroy the. Along with the Manta Men, Skadwordians have begun harboring resentment to their lieges and have started to sphincter off from the empire. Rumors that the master Squid Overlord is actually a Skadwordian (instead of a Squidhead) has compelled many to question the legitimacy of the Squidheads' rule. On the left is a Loyalist Skadwordian, and the right a Rebel.
