"Chris Roberts and Sandi Gardiner host today’s episode focused on Aegis Dynamics. An old friend introduces you to their new concept ship, the Hammerhead, and we provide updates on a number of ships currently in the Aegis pipeline.
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In this episode of “Around the Verse,” the focus is on Aegis Dynamics and the unveiling of their new ship, the Hammerhead. Aegis Dynamics is a military spacecraft company that has shifted its focus to the civilian market with the Avenger and Reclaimer ships. However, they have now returned to their military roots with the Hammerhead, a powerful patrol ship. The ship is equipped with six manned turrets, two unmanned turrets, and four missile pods, making it a formidable force in combat.
The episode also highlights the importance of unsung heroes in the Star Citizen universe, such as Gunner’s Mate Alphonse Erlang, who is in charge of maintaining the armament aboard the UEE Thresher. The Hammerhead is specifically designed for light, fast patrol missions, making it an ideal ship for hunting outlaws or fending off enemy attacks. The development team discusses the design process of the Hammerhead, drawing inspiration from hammerhead sharks and aiming for an intimidating silhouette.
The episode then shifts focus to updates on two other Aegis ships: the Reclaimer and the Javelin. The Reclaimer is a salvage ship used to reclaim and salvage damaged or destroyed ships, with its massive claw and drone bay. The development team discusses the challenges of creating the ship’s interior, focusing on creating a lived-in, industrial feel. The Javelin, on the other hand, is a destroyer-class capital ship designed for large-scale combat and boarding actions. The team details the layout and design of the ship, including different decks and distinctive styles for each area.
As the episode comes to a close, it mentions a special happy hour event where players can vote on the creation of a new Drake ship for Star Citizen. The episode concludes with a reminder to follow Star Citizen on social media for future updates on development progress.