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==Description:== | ==Description:== | ||
− | + | {{shipimage|image=[[File:UEFLaoTze.png|480px]]|caption=The UEF ''Lao Tze''}} | |
===Blue Planet: War in Heaven Tech Description=== | ===Blue Planet: War in Heaven Tech Description=== | ||
Ever since its first deployment, the Lao Tze fighter has become synonymous with the White Guard, a paramilitary order akin to the Fedayeen whose elite knights use this craft as their vehicle of choice in missions assigned directly by the Elders. The Lao Tze is a heavy fighter of controversial design, sacrificing pilot safety for extreme manoeuvrability. Very few pilots can pilot this craft in combat conditions without blacking out due to the G-forces at play. The Lao Tze is equipped with the unique Cavalier cannon, capable of penetrating even the toughest of armor, and is usually reserved for the rare occasions where Lao Tze's are tasked to defend their targets against heavy enemy assaults. | Ever since its first deployment, the Lao Tze fighter has become synonymous with the White Guard, a paramilitary order akin to the Fedayeen whose elite knights use this craft as their vehicle of choice in missions assigned directly by the Elders. The Lao Tze is a heavy fighter of controversial design, sacrificing pilot safety for extreme manoeuvrability. Very few pilots can pilot this craft in combat conditions without blacking out due to the G-forces at play. The Lao Tze is equipped with the unique Cavalier cannon, capable of penetrating even the toughest of armor, and is usually reserved for the rare occasions where Lao Tze's are tasked to defend their targets against heavy enemy assaults. | ||
===Developer Notes=== | ===Developer Notes=== | ||
− | + | *Original ship modeled by '''Steve "Coolhand" Tyler''' | |
+ | *Current ship modeled by '''Vengence''' | ||
===Name Origin=== | ===Name Origin=== | ||
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|manufacturer = Ad-Hoc Emergent Tasked Manufacturer | |manufacturer = Ad-Hoc Emergent Tasked Manufacturer | ||
|maneuverability = High | |maneuverability = High | ||
− | |max_velocity = | + | |yaw_pitch_roll = 3.5, 3.8, 3.8 |
− | |max_ab_velocity = | + | |max_velocity = 90 - 120 |
+ | |max_ab_velocity = 200 | ||
|max_ab_duration = 6.0 | |max_ab_duration = 6.0 | ||
|armor = Light | |armor = Light | ||
|hitpoints = 325 | |hitpoints = 325 | ||
|shields = 500 | |shields = 500 | ||
− | |length = | + | |length = 22 |
− | |gun_bank_1 = | + | |gun_bank_1 = 4 |
− | |gun_bank_2 = | + | |gun_bank_2 = 2 |
− | |missile_bank_1 = | + | |missile_bank_1 = 40 |
− | |missile_bank_2 = | + | |missile_bank_2 = 40 |
|missile_bank_3 = 40 | |missile_bank_3 = 40 | ||
|countermeasures = 40 | |countermeasures = 40 | ||
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|- align="center" | |- align="center" | ||
| 1st | | 1st | ||
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− | | [[ | + | | [[Rapier]] |
|- align="center" | |- align="center" | ||
| 2nd | | 2nd | ||
− | | | + | | 2 |
− | | [[ | + | | [[Cavalier]] |
|- align="center" | |- align="center" | ||
| colspan=3| Compatible Primaries | | colspan=3| Compatible Primaries | ||
|- | |- | ||
| colspan=1 align="center"| 1st | | colspan=1 align="center"| 1st | ||
− | | colspan=2| [[ | + | | colspan=2| [[Vulcan]], [[Scalpel]], [[Maul]], [[Rapier]], [[Gattler]], [[Sidhe]] |
|- | |- | ||
| colspan=1 align="center"| 2nd | | colspan=1 align="center"| 2nd | ||
− | | colspan=2| [[ | + | | colspan=2| [[Cavalier]] |
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|- align="center" | |- align="center" | ||
| 1st | | 1st | ||
− | | | + | | 40 |
| [[Javelin]] | | [[Javelin]] | ||
|- align="center" | |- align="center" | ||
| 2nd | | 2nd | ||
− | | | + | | 40 |
| [[Dirk]] | | [[Dirk]] | ||
|- align="center" | |- align="center" | ||
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| colspan=2| [[Dirk]], [[Dart]], [[Hellfire Missile|Hellfire]], [[Javelin]], [[Grimler]], [[Paveway]], [[Slammer]], [[Shrike (BP)|Shrike]] | | colspan=2| [[Dirk]], [[Dart]], [[Hellfire Missile|Hellfire]], [[Javelin]], [[Grimler]], [[Paveway]], [[Slammer]], [[Shrike (BP)|Shrike]] | ||
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+ | ==Gallery== | ||
+ | <gallery> | ||
+ | Image:Ueflaotze.jpg|Original UEF Lao Tze (modified [[FTF MiG]]) from the first released version of War in Heaven. | ||
+ | Image:blizzard-opm.jpg | The UEF Lao Tze over the Moon. | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
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==Veteran Comments== | ==Veteran Comments== | ||
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''One might think of the Cavalier as an equivalent to the four Rapier guns this fighter can also mount. Thus, you can use the Cavalier in place of the quar-Rapiers and place something else in the quad-bank instead. In particular, the Gattler and Scalpel allows this fighter to be a major threat to warships while still maintaining excellent anti-fighter firepower.'' | ''One might think of the Cavalier as an equivalent to the four Rapier guns this fighter can also mount. Thus, you can use the Cavalier in place of the quar-Rapiers and place something else in the quad-bank instead. In particular, the Gattler and Scalpel allows this fighter to be a major threat to warships while still maintaining excellent anti-fighter firepower.'' | ||
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+ | ''The stats above reflect the current version of the Lao Tze. The first release version had only one gun in the Cavalier bank, a much larger secondary capacity, a slower standard speed and a higher afterburner speed.'' | ||
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+ | ''While statistically strong, its huge target profile makes it a sitting duck for more agile fighters.'' | ||
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Latest revision as of 12:38, 2 November 2024
The following information has not been confirmed by Volition and is therefore not canon for the FreeSpace universe. |
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- For the original ship, see HEF Blizzard.
Contents
Description:
The UEF Lao Tze |
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Blue Planet: War in Heaven Tech Description
Ever since its first deployment, the Lao Tze fighter has become synonymous with the White Guard, a paramilitary order akin to the Fedayeen whose elite knights use this craft as their vehicle of choice in missions assigned directly by the Elders. The Lao Tze is a heavy fighter of controversial design, sacrificing pilot safety for extreme manoeuvrability. Very few pilots can pilot this craft in combat conditions without blacking out due to the G-forces at play. The Lao Tze is equipped with the unique Cavalier cannon, capable of penetrating even the toughest of armor, and is usually reserved for the rare occasions where Lao Tze's are tasked to defend their targets against heavy enemy assaults.
Developer Notes
- Original ship modeled by Steve "Coolhand" Tyler
- Current ship modeled by Vengence
Name Origin
Lao Tze (also Laozi, Lao Tse, Laocius and other variations) was a philosopher of ancient China and a central figure of Taoism. He is traditionally regarded as the author of the Tao Te Ching, a classical Taoist text. The "Three Treasures of the Tao" (compassion, moderation and humility) have been considered some of his most poignant teachings.
Performance:
Statistics
Name | UEF Lao Tze | |
Type | Escort/Space Superiority | |
Manufacturer | Ad-Hoc Emergent Tasked Manufacturer | |
Maneuverability | High | |
Yaw, Pitch, Roll | 3.5, 3.8, 3.8 s | |
Max Velocity | 90 - 120 ms-1 | |
Max Afterburner Velocity | 200 ms-1 | |
Max Afterburner Duration | 6.0 s | |
Armor | Light | |
Hitpoints | 325 pts | |
Shields | 500 pts | |
Length | 22 m | |
Weaponry | ||
Primary weapons | ||
1st bank | 4 guns | |
2nd bank | 2 guns | |
Secondary weapons | ||
1st bank capacity | 40 | |
2nd bank capacity | 40 | |
3rd bank capacity | 40 | |
Countermeasures | ||
Countermeasure capacity | 40 countermeasures |
Armaments
Default Statistics | ||
Bank | Guns | Standard Loadout |
1st | 4 | Rapier |
2nd | 2 | Cavalier |
Compatible Primaries | ||
1st | Vulcan, Scalpel, Maul, Rapier, Gattler, Sidhe | |
2nd | Cavalier |
Default Statistics | ||
Bank | Capacity | Standard Loadout |
1st | 40 | Javelin |
2nd | 40 | Dirk |
3rd | 40 | Hellfire |
Compatible Secondaries | ||
1st 2nd |
Dirk, Dart, Hellfire, Javelin, Grimler, Paveway, Slammer | |
3rd | Dirk, Dart, Hellfire, Javelin, Grimler, Paveway, Slammer, Shrike |
Gallery
Original UEF Lao Tze (modified FTF MiG) from the first released version of War in Heaven.
Veteran Comments
I disagree with the above comment. Although the Lao Tze's armor is rather weak when compared to other UEF fighters, its excellent maneuverability can easily mix with its insanely powerful Cavalier cannon to bring fighters and bombers to their knees. With a good pilot and decent weaponry, a Lao Tze can kill every single fighter and bomber in the game.
One might think of the Cavalier as an equivalent to the four Rapier guns this fighter can also mount. Thus, you can use the Cavalier in place of the quar-Rapiers and place something else in the quad-bank instead. In particular, the Gattler and Scalpel allows this fighter to be a major threat to warships while still maintaining excellent anti-fighter firepower.
The stats above reflect the current version of the Lao Tze. The first release version had only one gun in the Cavalier bank, a much larger secondary capacity, a slower standard speed and a higher afterburner speed.
While statistically strong, its huge target profile makes it a sitting duck for more agile fighters.