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− | It is a badge of honor for any [[human]] to be able to field a SHIP in battle. | + | It is widely considered a badge of honor for any [[human]] to be able to field a SHIP in battle. |
==SHIP Classes== | ==SHIP Classes== | ||
− | The proper categorization of SHIPs is under constant debate | + | The proper categorization of SHIPs is under constant debate, probably because it's more about dick measuring than anything else. Many space powers loosely base their classification on naval classes, using relative size and general function as guidance. The most important rule is, of course, "Everyone is the Boss of Their Own Toys" and can use whatever method of classification they please. |
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+ | It must be noted that physical size is not a requirement for any given class. However, they are most commonly used on SHIPs because 30" tends to be the minimum size needed to fit the typical hallmarks of capital ships at minifig scale, such as hangar bays, throne rooms, distinct command bridges, hallways, big turrets, and toilets. | ||
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+ | Here are a list of common classes you can use for inspiration, going roughly from smallest to largest. Feel free to use these names regardless of size. | ||
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− | The terms "Heavy" and "Light" are often | + | The terms "Heavy" and "Light" are often used as well to modify a classification. Heavy typically indicates that a ship is used in a role above its size class. Light typically indicates that a ship is slightly smaller than its functional class. For example, a Heavy Corvette or a Light Destroyer would refer to roughly equivalent ships. Additional terms may be added to indicate more specific functions, such as "Carrier" for vessels that carry two or more starfighters, "Attack" for anti-ship vessels, or "Assault" for vessels that deploy or support ground troops. |
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+ | "Dreadnaught" is another term you may hear in the context of classifying SHIPs. This usually refers to an exceptionally large and powerful vessel, or one that defies conventional classification. | ||
==Use of SHIPs in Brikwars== | ==Use of SHIPs in Brikwars== | ||
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==List of ASHIPs== | ==List of ASHIPs== | ||
− | ASHIPs, or Almost SHIPs, are space warships measuring 90-99 studs in length but serve in an equivalent role to a 100 stud SHIP | + | ASHIPs, or Almost SHIPs, are space warships measuring 90-99 studs in length but serve in an equivalent role to a 100 stud SHIP. This distinction is negligible, separating ASHIPs from SHIPs by only one or two inches, but it exists because Space AFOLs are a bunch of [[Anorak]]s. |
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! Service Record | ! Service Record | ||
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+ | | [[File:SpacecraftGalaxy.jpg|500px]] | ||
+ | | 91 Studs</br>(In configuration shown) | ||
+ | | ''Spacecraft Galaxy'' | ||
+ | | Flagship | ||
+ | | [[Deep Space Management]] | ||
+ | | [[BrickSyd]] | ||
+ | | {{thread|6932}} | ||
+ | | Inactive | ||
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| Active Duty<br/>(Last appearance: {{thread|17114}}) | | Active Duty<br/>(Last appearance: {{thread|17114}}) | ||
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+ | | [[File:amadeus_ship.jpg|500px]] | ||
+ | | 100 Studs | ||
+ | | ''SMS Amadeus'' | ||
+ | | Missile Corvette | ||
+ | | [[Space Austria]] | ||
+ | | Archduke | ||
+ | | {{thread|18367}} | ||
+ | | Active Duty | ||
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+ | | [[File:SpacecraftGalaxy2.jpg|500px]] | ||
+ | | 116 Studs | ||
+ | | ''Spacecraft Galaxy'' | ||
+ | | Flagship | ||
+ | | [[Deep Space Management]] | ||
+ | | [[BrickSyd]] | ||
+ | | {{thread|6932}} | ||
+ | | Active Duty | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:37, 17 March 2021
A SHIP is:
- 100 or more studs in length
- Minifig scale
- Designed for space travel
It is widely considered a badge of honor for any human to be able to field a SHIP in battle.
SHIP Classes
The proper categorization of SHIPs is under constant debate, probably because it's more about dick measuring than anything else. Many space powers loosely base their classification on naval classes, using relative size and general function as guidance. The most important rule is, of course, "Everyone is the Boss of Their Own Toys" and can use whatever method of classification they please.
It must be noted that physical size is not a requirement for any given class. However, they are most commonly used on SHIPs because 30" tends to be the minimum size needed to fit the typical hallmarks of capital ships at minifig scale, such as hangar bays, throne rooms, distinct command bridges, hallways, big turrets, and toilets.
Here are a list of common classes you can use for inspiration, going roughly from smallest to largest. Feel free to use these names regardless of size.
Class | Size (Typical) | Function |
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Corvette | 90-110 Studs (30") | Fast, forward attack Starfighter combat "Hero" ships |
Frigate | 90-110 Studs (30") | Escort/support Capital ship combat |
Destroyer | 120-150 Studs (40") | Capital ship and starfighter combat |
Cruiser | 150-200 Studs (50") | SHIP to SHIP engagement |
Battleship | 200+ Studs (60") | Fleet flagship |
The terms "Heavy" and "Light" are often used as well to modify a classification. Heavy typically indicates that a ship is used in a role above its size class. Light typically indicates that a ship is slightly smaller than its functional class. For example, a Heavy Corvette or a Light Destroyer would refer to roughly equivalent ships. Additional terms may be added to indicate more specific functions, such as "Carrier" for vessels that carry two or more starfighters, "Attack" for anti-ship vessels, or "Assault" for vessels that deploy or support ground troops.
"Dreadnaught" is another term you may hear in the context of classifying SHIPs. This usually refers to an exceptionally large and powerful vessel, or one that defies conventional classification.
Use of SHIPs in Brikwars
SHIPs are typically 30" or more in length, armored at 3d10 or 4d10, and heavily armed with Super Death Lasers, small turrets, and large missiles. This makes them both formidable and unwieldy on the battlefield. To properly field a SHIP, one must also field an effective crew. A large Gunnery team is necessary to operate massive weapons with very high skill ratings or hit multiple targets with an array of smaller weapons. Teks and Engineers are also useful to add flexibility to the SHIP's capabilities. An internal security crew is also a must, as a SHIP is often more of a flying fortress than a vehicle combatant. Opponents will attempt to take the SHIP down from the inside and then steal it, so it is important to repel boarders. Most SHIPs will serve a multifunctional role in battle, so balance large weapons with smaller ones, and fill in the functional gaps with support vehicles.
When playing against a SHIP, use small sizes and numbers to your advantage. Make hit and run passes, staying just outside the SHIP's range, and use missiles to damage large areas and knock out weapon systems. As mentioned above, boarding a SHIP can be an effective tactic, especially if the opponent is underprepared.
List of ASHIPs
ASHIPs, or Almost SHIPs, are space warships measuring 90-99 studs in length but serve in an equivalent role to a 100 stud SHIP. This distinction is negligible, separating ASHIPs from SHIPs by only one or two inches, but it exists because Space AFOLs are a bunch of Anoraks.
Image | Size | Hero Name | Class | Faction | Builder | Main Forum Thread | Service Record |
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91 Studs (In configuration shown) |
Spacecraft Galaxy | Flagship | Deep Space Management | BrickSyd | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
92 Studs | Nidhoggur | Light Destroyer | Glacier Empire | Tunasailor | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
96 Studs | Pikeman Class Cutter | 45th Union | Roc77 | Forum Post | Inactive | ||
99 Studs | Sky Shark Corvette | The Council of 500 | Ninja_bait | Forum Thread | Active duty (Last engagement: Forum Thread |
List of SHIPs
Image | Size | Hero Name | Class | Faction | Builder | Main Forum Thread | Service Record |
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100 Studs (est.) | Midgetman Class Frigate | Trattoria | Colette | Forum Thread | Inactive | ||
100 Studs (est.) | Golden Warrior | Golden Warrior Class Destroyer | Tyrontaia | CaptainZebra | Forum Thread | Decommissioned | |
100 Studs (est.) | Monarch | Flagship Destroyer | Imperial Magikstrate | RedRover | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
100 Studs | Revolyutsiya | Drone Carrier | USSSR | Duerer | Forum Thread | Decommissioned | |
100 Studs | Szlachcic | Boarding Destroyer | Zjednoczona Rzeczpospolita Polska | Duerer | Forum Thread | Active Duty (Last appearance: Forum Thread) | |
100 Studs | SMS Amadeus | Missile Corvette | Space Austria | Archduke | Forum Thread | Active Duty | |
102 Studs | Geri | Warship | Glacier Empire | Tunasailor | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
102 Studs | Hammerhead | Frigate | OLD Expeditionary Force | Wingnut | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
102 Studs (est.) | HMS Kaplan | Cruiser | Time Travelling Super Jews | Cpt. Zipps | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
105 studs (est.) | Carrier Cruiser | 45th Union | Roc77 | Forum Thread | Decommissioned (Notable appearance: Forum Thread) | ||
105 studs | Morlock | Warship | Squidhead Dominion | swordsalmon | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
109 Studs | Barracuda | Light Assault Carrier | The Synthetic-Organic Coalition | Fredde | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
110 Studs (est.) | Elodin | All-Purpose Police Cruiser | Police State of Venice | Scratch | Forum Thread | Drydocked | |
110+ Studs (est.) | Light Cruiser | Halcyon Empire | Cakeman | Forum Thread | Inactive | ||
111 Studs | AN-US Ripper | Giant OTC | Allied Nations | Stubby | Theoretically still in combat in: Forum Thread | ||
112 Studs | Piranha | Fast Attack Frigate | The Synthetic-Organic Coalition | Fredde | Forum Thread | Decommissioned B.R. 2,010 | |
114 Studs | Morningstar's Lament | Assault Cruiser | 45th Union | Roc77 | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
116 Studs | Spacecraft Galaxy | Flagship | Deep Space Management | BrickSyd | Forum Thread | Active Duty | |
116 Studs | Banana In Pyjamas | Destroyer | Strayan Empire | loafofcheese | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
118 Studs (est.) | HMS Shapiro | Heavy Attack Frigate | Time Travelling Super Jews | Cpt. Zipps | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
120 Studs (est.) | Mybrus | Destroyer | Atherta Federation | Bann154 | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
128 Studs (est.) | Marx's Revenge | Heavy Cruiser | USSSR | Cpt. Zipps | Forum Thread | Inactive | |
130 Studs | Dethstar | Akkadian Recuperation Ship | Allied Nations | Stubby | Theoretically still in combat in: Forum Thread | ||
148 Studs | Artemis | Katana Class Heavy Carrier/Destroyer | The Grand Galactic Empire | Ninja_bait | Forum Thread | Active duty (Last engagement: Forum Thread | |
152 Studs | Sonks | Venus Class Destroyer | Assyria | Natalya | Forum Thread | Decommissioned B.R. 2,017 (Notable appearance: Forum Thread) | |
180 Studs | Epic | Dilanski | Forum Thread | Inactive | |||
208 Studs and growing | Hodgepodge | Heavy Cruiser | The Stranians | Strana | Forum Thread | Inactive (Notable appearance: Forum Thread) | |
227 Studs (est.) | Athena | Athena class atmospheric carrier/destroyer | Unknown | Diamondsword901 | Forum Thread | Inactive |