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When the first of the '''PVD ''Typhon'''''-class of destroyers was deployed during the [[Terran-Vasudan War]], it devastated the [[Terrans]]. At that time, the Typhon was the apex of warship design and only shortly after its first deployment could the Terrans match its power with the [[GTD Orion|GTD ''Orion'']]. | When the first of the '''PVD ''Typhon'''''-class of destroyers was deployed during the [[Terran-Vasudan War]], it devastated the [[Terrans]]. At that time, the Typhon was the apex of warship design and only shortly after its first deployment could the Terrans match its power with the [[GTD Orion|GTD ''Orion'']]. | ||
| − | When the [[Shivans]] [[Great War|first emerged]], both races deployed the best of their forces. For the Vasudans, their task force was led by the [[PVD Pinnacle|PVD ''Pinnacle'']]. One such | + | When the [[Shivans]] [[Great War|first emerged]], both races deployed the best of their forces. For the Vasudans, their task force was led by the [[PVD Pinnacle|PVD ''Pinnacle'']]. One such vessel, the [[PVD Anvil|PVD ''Anvil'']] served as the flagship for the dissident group of Vasudan rebels, the [[Hammer of Light]]. |
| − | After the Great War ended, many ''Typhon''-class ships were armed with beam and flak cannons and, in a limited number, saw action during the [[Second Shivan Incursion|Shivans' return]] in 2367. However, its | + | After the Great War ended, many ''Typhon''-class ships were armed with beam and flak cannons and, in a limited number, saw action during the [[Second Shivan Incursion|Shivans' return]] in 2367. However, the destroyers power grid was ill suited to these new weapons and its forebear, the [[GVD Hatshepsut|GVD ''Hatshepsut'']], was superior and every possible aspect. |
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| − | ''The Typhon poses a threat to fightercraft much more then the Orion. In FS1 it mounts a number of rather dangerous [[FighterKiller]] missile batteries; in FS2 it has acquired [[Standard Flak|flak guns]] to supplement its now-marginally effective missile batteries. Treat it carefully at first, but if you can identify and remove the more dangerous turrets, the Typhon becomes much less of a problem. | + | ''The Typhon poses a threat to fightercraft much more then the Orion. In FS1 it mounts a number of rather dangerous [[FighterKiller]] missile batteries; in FS2 it has acquired [[Standard Flak|flak guns]] to supplement its now-marginally effective missile batteries. Treat it carefully at first, but if you can identify and remove the more dangerous turrets, the Typhon becomes much less of a problem.'' |
| − | With 20,000 more hit points, the Typhon is better-armored than the [[GTD Orion|GTD Orion]], but the Orion has a much stronger broadside- 66% more turrets in FS1, and 3 times as many beams in FS2. Although the Typhon's anti-bomber/fighter defenses are better than its [[Terran]] equivalent, a determined attack by heavy fighters could wipe out 90% of those defenses with minimal casualties, in [[Portal:Freespace 1|Freespace 1]] or [[Portal:Freespace 2|2]]. The Typhon's only real advantage in either game is two more fighter squadrons. | + | ''With 20,000 more hit points, the Typhon is better-armored than the [[GTD Orion|GTD Orion]], but the Orion has a much stronger broadside- 66% more turrets in FS1, and 3 times as many beams in FS2. Although the Typhon's anti-bomber/fighter defenses are better than its [[Terran]] equivalent, a determined attack by heavy fighters could wipe out 90% of those defenses with minimal casualties, in [[Portal:Freespace 1|Freespace 1]] or [[Portal:Freespace 2|2]]. The Typhon's only real advantage in either game is two more fighter squadrons.'' |
''But perhaps the Vasudans are smart. Bombers are the real capship killers, and the Typhon's additional fighter wings and better anti-fighter armament would give it an edge in an FS1 battle. Particularly in a battle with FS1-style unshielded fighters, the Orion's blob turrets can be dodged, but the Typhon's [[FighterKiller|FighterKiller]] aren't as easy to shake off. Despite the advances in capital ship defenses in FS2, large ships are still sitting ducks against a real fighter/bomber attack, like in most space shooters.'' | ''But perhaps the Vasudans are smart. Bombers are the real capship killers, and the Typhon's additional fighter wings and better anti-fighter armament would give it an edge in an FS1 battle. Particularly in a battle with FS1-style unshielded fighters, the Orion's blob turrets can be dodged, but the Typhon's [[FighterKiller|FighterKiller]] aren't as easy to shake off. Despite the advances in capital ship defenses in FS2, large ships are still sitting ducks against a real fighter/bomber attack, like in most space shooters.'' | ||
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| The GVD Typhon |
When the first of the PVD Typhon-class of destroyers was deployed during the Terran-Vasudan War, it devastated the Terrans. At that time, the Typhon was the apex of warship design and only shortly after its first deployment could the Terrans match its power with the GTD Orion.
When the Shivans first emerged, both races deployed the best of their forces. For the Vasudans, their task force was led by the PVD Pinnacle. One such vessel, the PVD Anvil served as the flagship for the dissident group of Vasudan rebels, the Hammer of Light.
After the Great War ended, many Typhon-class ships were armed with beam and flak cannons and, in a limited number, saw action during the Shivans' return in 2367. However, the destroyers power grid was ill suited to these new weapons and its forebear, the GVD Hatshepsut, was superior and every possible aspect.
Contents
Description:
FS1 Tech Room Description
Where the Aten cruiser failed, the Typhon succeeded well past expectations. The Typhon is an incredible work of engineering and the model of Vasudan technology. When the first one was sighted at the Vega Engagement, it was laughed at by our technicians as a foolish display of non utilitarian design. The subsequent destruction of the GTD Eisenhower and the total decimation of the 4th fleet changed their minds very quickly. The Typhon should never be underestimated. It wields massive weaponry, and has more armor plating than any Terran Destroyer. Its only known weakness is its turret armor, which is significant, but lower than expected. In the two years since this ship first appeared, we have only managed to destroy two of them.
The Typhon is considered a Class A threat to any ships within the same system. Do not engage without backup.
FS2 Tech Room Description
The GVD Typhon was the height of Vasudan military technology when it appeared to face Terran forces during the early days of the Terran-Vasudan War. The first Typhon was sighted at the Vega Engagement and quickly destroyed the GTD Eisenhower and much of the 4th fleet. The more recent Hatshepsut class of destroyers is larger and wields a deadlier array of armaments, but the Typhon is still a match for almost any foe. Up to 30 wings of fighters or bombers can be housed within its docking bays, ready to engage at a moment's notice.
Developer Notes
None
Veteran Comments
The Typhon poses a threat to fightercraft much more then the Orion. In FS1 it mounts a number of rather dangerous FighterKiller missile batteries; in FS2 it has acquired flak guns to supplement its now-marginally effective missile batteries. Treat it carefully at first, but if you can identify and remove the more dangerous turrets, the Typhon becomes much less of a problem.
With 20,000 more hit points, the Typhon is better-armored than the GTD Orion, but the Orion has a much stronger broadside- 66% more turrets in FS1, and 3 times as many beams in FS2. Although the Typhon's anti-bomber/fighter defenses are better than its Terran equivalent, a determined attack by heavy fighters could wipe out 90% of those defenses with minimal casualties, in Freespace 1 or 2. The Typhon's only real advantage in either game is two more fighter squadrons.
But perhaps the Vasudans are smart. Bombers are the real capship killers, and the Typhon's additional fighter wings and better anti-fighter armament would give it an edge in an FS1 battle. Particularly in a battle with FS1-style unshielded fighters, the Orion's blob turrets can be dodged, but the Typhon's FighterKiller aren't as easy to shake off. Despite the advances in capital ship defenses in FS2, large ships are still sitting ducks against a real fighter/bomber attack, like in most space shooters.
If you read the table file for the Typhon in FS1, it says on the FighterKiller entries that it "should be Vasudan Flux Cannon" These weapons do 500 damage to an Orion, and in a battle with Vasudan Flux Cannons, I think that the Typhon would have a significant edge over the Terran Orion. However, without FighterKillers, it rather sucks against bombers."
Performance:
Statistics
| Type | Destroyer |
| Manufacturer | Unknown |
| Manuverability | N/A |
| Max Velocity | 15.0 mps |
| Max Afterburner Velocity | N/A |
| Armor | N/A |
| Hitpoints | 120 000 |
| Shields | N/A |
| Length | 2153 m |
| Fighter Complement | 120 fightercraft(?) (30 wings) |
Armaments
| Freespace 1 | Freespace 2 | ||
| Turret Type | Amount | Turret Type | Amount |
| Terran Huge Turret | 5 | Terran Huge Turret | 2 |
| Terran Turret | 4 | Standard Flak | 5 |
| FighterKiller | 6 | FighterKiller | 4 |
| Anti-Fighter Beam | 2 | ||
| Big Vasudan Beam | 2 | ||
