“Fast, versatile, and deadly—an extension of the pilot’s will.”
The Hawk-class Starfighter is the workhorse of the Hardan Republic fleet, designed to be easy to build, easy to pilot, and highly adaptable. Unlike the nimble Angel-class of the Arkanis Imperium, the Hawk prioritizes durability, shielding, and heavy firepower over speed and maneuverability. Its modular design allows it to be configured for a variety of combat roles, from dogfighting to bombing runs or close support operations.
Size & Crew: Single-pilot craft; can be retrofitted to carry a small weapons officer for heavy gun setups.
Propulsion: Medium-speed sublight engines optimized for stable flight and coordinated fleet formations.
Shields & Armor: Thick energy shields paired with reinforced armor plating, allowing it to absorb heavy punishment while delivering sustained fire.
Hyperdrive: None—the Hawk is designed for fleet operations or planetary defense, relying on capital ships for transport across star systems.
Two Medium Hardpoints: Can mount energy cannons, missile pods, torpedoes, or railgun turrets.
Four Small Hardpoints: Flexible for anti-fighter weapons, point-defense lasers, or auxiliary systems.
Optional Modules: ECM pods, targeting enhancements, sensor arrays, or short-range psi-enhancement nodes for selected Republic Psi-casters.
Fleet Combat: Serves as the backbone of the Republic’s starfighter squadrons, capable of engaging enemy craft or defending capital ships.
Strike Missions: Configurable for bombing runs against planetary targets or orbital installations.
Close Support: Effective for providing sustained fire and shielding to slower, more vulnerable craft.
Hawk Standard: Default configuration for general fleet deployment; balanced shields and weapons.
Hawk Bomber: Enhanced ordinance capacity with reinforced shields, ideal for anti-capital operations.
Hawk Gunship: Heavy weapons and point-defense systems, supporting ground operations or fleet engagements.
Hawk Recon: Reduced weapon loadout for extended sensor arrays and battlefield scanning; relies on shields for survival.
The Hawk-class Starfighter is cheap, robust, and versatile, making it the Republic’s most widespread and dependable starfighter. While it lacks hyperdrive mobility, its durability and configurable firepower make it a feared opponent in fleet battles or planetary defense.