Entertainingly lame
EF-80 MULE by Incom
This is the EF-80 MULE by Incom. Nicknamed by many as the E-wing (a nod to the OLD EU as the E-wing was to supersede the x-wing)
(Note the name style is a mix of arc-170 and the z95 headhunter previous incom fighters)
The EF(endurance fighter)-80 MULE is incoms latest multi role fighter given the name Mule because of the stubborn nature of the fighter.
With the new republic looking after its loyal systems the need for hyperdrives on fighters was no longer needed in the new republic as they already had encampments set up in the regions. What they needed was long haul patrol fighters. The Mule is fitted with sublight engines (similar to mando’s N-1) instead of a hyperdrive. Fast straight line speeds s-foils will close (especially during sublight travel) s foils open for more manoeuvrability.
Energy distribution management and energy efficiency were incoms main focus and improvement from the x-wing series. This caters too the long distance sublight patrols of the new republic.
Stepping further into the role of an endurance fighter, incom fitted the mule with 8 shield generators. This starfighter is built tough! Fitted with highly efficient shield generators across its wing spans and tail, with two bigger heavy duty shield generators front and centre. (These are symbolised by dishes, 2 big central, 4 smaller on the wings and a pair of smaller on the rear. () the reason it’s fitted with so many is for variable Shield distribution and strength due to its superior energy management system.
The vents behind the astromech are the main heat exhaust vents. Like the x-wing and arc-170 before it, the mule has opening foils to help in shedding further heat from sheild generators, laser weapons and engines. They also double the efficiency of the energy distribution, allowing for quicker energy changes, from weapons to shields to engines. Adaptability is at a new level.
Armaments have not increased but changed to be more adaptable. There is still tracking torpedos/missiles, space for 6 total. It has a pair of closer range laser repeaters (Bars top of the wing close to center are like iron sights) These rapid fire repeaters are typically used for closer range engagements like dog fights. Repeaters are fitted close together like on a tie for pinpoint accuracy at closer ranges.
The cannons on the outer wings are similar to the arc-170s wing tip cannons. With the cannons being so far out on the wings aren’t so accurate at closer ranges, more so suited to med to long engagements. (dark blue grey ski poles are the targeting array).
Astromech is there for repairs and to pilot while the resistance pilot rests on long trips. The cockpit has a 270 degree view. This extended view helps pilots monitor the engagement and gives them the ability to see and adapt to the situation easier.
Such a big fighter with so many variable systems to manage can be tiring on a rusty or an unseasoned pilot. The mule takes a fair amount of time to truely finesse a seasoned pilot will really show you how it’s done. This is true starfighter pilots weapon. Great in anyone’s hands but exceptional in the right hands.
Markings along the tail and edges of the hull are squad numbers this is green 4.
Note: the engines from the rear create an X when a-foils are in ‘attack position’
And a shot from above makes somewhat of an E shape… E-wing…. :P
EF-80 MULE by Incom
This is the EF-80 MULE by Incom. Nicknamed by many as the E-wing (a nod to the OLD EU as the E-wing was to supersede the x-wing)
(Note the name style is a mix of arc-170 and the z95 headhunter previous incom fighters)
The EF(endurance fighter)-80 MULE is incoms latest multi role fighter given the name Mule because of the stubborn nature of the fighter.
With the new republic looking after its loyal systems the need for hyperdrives on fighters was no longer needed in the new republic as they already had encampments set up in the regions. What they needed was long haul patrol fighters. The Mule is fitted with sublight engines (similar to mando’s N-1) instead of a hyperdrive. Fast straight line speeds s-foils will close (especially during sublight travel) s foils open for more manoeuvrability.
Energy distribution management and energy efficiency were incoms main focus and improvement from the x-wing series. This caters too the long distance sublight patrols of the new republic.
Stepping further into the role of an endurance fighter, incom fitted the mule with 8 shield generators. This starfighter is built tough! Fitted with highly efficient shield generators across its wing spans and tail, with two bigger heavy duty shield generators front and centre. (These are symbolised by dishes, 2 big central, 4 smaller on the wings and a pair of smaller on the rear. () the reason it’s fitted with so many is for variable Shield distribution and strength due to its superior energy management system.
The vents behind the astromech are the main heat exhaust vents. Like the x-wing and arc-170 before it, the mule has opening foils to help in shedding further heat from sheild generators, laser weapons and engines. They also double the efficiency of the energy distribution, allowing for quicker energy changes, from weapons to shields to engines. Adaptability is at a new level.
Armaments have not increased but changed to be more adaptable. There is still tracking torpedos/missiles, space for 6 total. It has a pair of closer range laser repeaters (Bars top of the wing close to center are like iron sights) These rapid fire repeaters are typically used for closer range engagements like dog fights. Repeaters are fitted close together like on a tie for pinpoint accuracy at closer ranges.
The cannons on the outer wings are similar to the arc-170s wing tip cannons. With the cannons being so far out on the wings aren’t so accurate at closer ranges, more so suited to med to long engagements. (dark blue grey ski poles are the targeting array).
Astromech is there for repairs and to pilot while the resistance pilot rests on long trips. The cockpit has a 270 degree view. This extended view helps pilots monitor the engagement and gives them the ability to see and adapt to the situation easier.
Such a big fighter with so many variable systems to manage can be tiring on a rusty or an unseasoned pilot. The mule takes a fair amount of time to truely finesse a seasoned pilot will really show you how it’s done. This is true starfighter pilots weapon. Great in anyone’s hands but exceptional in the right hands.
Markings along the tail and edges of the hull are squad numbers this is green 4.
Note: the engines from the rear create an X when a-foils are in ‘attack position’
And a shot from above makes somewhat of an E shape… E-wing…. :P