As a purpose made ship by the Civilian Guild the Escort is a compact support vessel designed to escort small ships like fighter and scout class vessels. Centred around its support role the ship is capable of transferring energy in combat to recharge friendly shields, features multiple countermeasures for protecting allies as well as facilities to augment attacks and coordinate defensive postures. With four ports the ship can also protect itself in combat as the need arises.
Availability: Horizon Shipyards, Civilian Guild.
Tier: 1
Shield: 400 ZWs
Hull: 300 GPa
Ports: 4
Auxiliary Weapons: 2
Speed: 200Mm/h
FTL Range: 50 LYs
FTL Charge Time: 2 minutes
Maximum Fuel: 2,200 LYs
Hold: 10 Mgs
Crew Quarters: 2
Customisable Rooms: 1
Bays: 0
Can Land: Yes
Ship Docking: Yes
Cost: 85,000 credits
Skill Requirement: Commander 1.200 or above
Perk: Integral Energy Transfer
Integral energy transfer that provides restoration of friendly shields in battle.