Aeroship

"If Mankind were not meant to fly, the gods would not have given us the deep desire to soar above the clouds." - Anonymous Aeroship Captain

High above the ground of Arden sail the techno-magical wonders known as Aeroships. Each of these marvelous vessels represent the collective wisdom and skill of generations mages and arcanicians from the Magocracies through the Grand Empire. Originally, these manmade flying ships were designed to aid in reaching the higher altitude nests of the various lesser drakes and hunt other flying creatures, such as the Storm Ray. In the modern age, these vessels are used as one of the primary means of trade and serve as force projection for the militaries of the world.

Power Generation

Each aeroship is powered by several diesel fuel engines. One large one powers that ship’s internals, functioning more like a generator than an engine. Several sub-engines directly power the propulsion, with fuel lines running to the massive armored storage tanks in the hulls of the ships.

Propulsion

Internal gasbags are filled with lighter-than-air gases, providing lift. Many aeroships receive magical enchanting on their framing that lightens the weight of the frame along with enchantments that amplify the effects of the gasbags. The engines are a mix of pushers and pullers, with the most advanced using prototype jet engines to generate directed motion. Thanks to the lift provided by the magic and gasbags, the propulsion engines are able to focus mainly on propelling the ship rather than keeping it aloft.

Nickname

Aero, Ship, Skyship, Airship

Manufacturer

The Grand Empire of Aurelian

Owning Organization

The Grand Empire of Aurelian

Length

Varying dependent on classification and specialty.

Height

Varying dependent on classification and specialty.

Complement / Crew

Varying dependent on classification and specialty.

Cargo & Passenger Capacity

Varying dependent on classification and specialty.