Silent Shadow

Power Generation

Core: A custom-built Aetheric Nexus Core, utilizing both kinds of Ferrixite Ore.

Mechanism: The core generates propulsion energy by channeling Aetheric currents through ley line conduits embedded within the ship.

Propulsion

System:

• Dual Aetheric Impulse Drives for silent, sustained cruising.
• Auxiliary Ferrixite Thrusters for rapid bursts of speed.

Unique Feature:

• The ship emits almost no sound or visible exhaust, enabling stealth operations.

Weapons & Armament

Primary Armament:

• Ley Cannons: Long-range energy weapons capable of piercing armored airships.

Secondary Armament:

• Aether Torpedoes: Stealthy, self-guided projectiles designed to disable enemy propulsion systems.

Defensive Systems:

• Automated Aether Flak Turrets for close-range aerial defense.

Armor and defense

Armor:

• Reinforced Ferrixite Alloy Hull, resistant to conventional explosives and magickal attacks.

Stealth Cloak:

• Aetheric Field Generator renders the ship nearly invisible to visual and magickal detection.

Shields:

• Experimental Aetheric Barrier that absorbs and disperses incoming energy attacks.

Communication Tools & Systems

Long-Range Aetheric Communicator: Allows encrypted communication with other Order vessels across vast distances.

Signal Masking Device: Prevents interception of outgoing transmissions.

Sensors

Aetheric Proximity Sensors: Detects nearby vessels and ley line disruptions.

Spectral Scanners: Pinpoint hidden enemies, even in dense fog or magical interference.

Additional & auxiliary systems

Escape Pods: 10 small pods for crew evacuation in emergencies.

Automated Repair Systems: Specialized drones for rapid in-flight repairs.

Hangars & docked vessels

Recon Craft: Holds 4 Aetherhawks for scouting and quick deployment missions.

Deployment Pods: Designed for rapid insertion of troops into battle zones.

Class

Aether Dreadnought

Nickname

The Black Ghost

Designation

AD-001

Motto

From the Shadows, We Strike

Manufacturer

Skywrights Guild

Creation Date

SE 275

Owner

Aurinda Lorena Winterman

Owning Organization

The Order of the Silver Dawn

Current location

Argenthold

Related Professions

• Soldier

Price

5 million silver crowns

Rarity

Unique

Related Technologies

• Aether-Powered Airship
• Aetheric Propulsion Systems

Width

120 meters

Length

250 meters

Height

75 meters

Weight

18,000 tons

Speed

Cruising Speed: 80 knots
Top Speed: 110 knots under full Aetheric boost.

Complement / Crew

Standard crew of 75 with room for 25 specialists (when needed)

Cargo & Passenger Capacity

Cargo hold accommodates 150 tons of equipment or supplies.
Passenger capacity for 50 additional personnel in emergencies.

Related Professions

Aetheric Engineer
Airship Navigator
Dreadnought Gunner
Recon Scout

Compartments

Command Deck: Houses advanced navigation systems and command crew stations.
Aether Core Chamber: Central hub for its unique Aether-powered propulsion.
Hangar Bay: Small docking area for reconnaissance craft and deployment pods.
Weapons Deck: Contains long-range Ley Cannons and stealth weaponry.
Crew Quarters: Compact living spaces for essential personnel.