Dragonturtle ship
A Darastrixtestudi driik , also known as a dragonturtle ship in Mecradian descriptions, is a type of large Tymerian warship that is used intermittently by the Royal Tymerian Navy under the Goldfyre dynasty from the -----up until the present. It was used alongside the warships in the fight against invading northern longships. The ship's name derives from its protective shell-like covering. This design is often recognized as the first armored ship in the world.
Propulsion
The Turtle ship has one 100-foot-tall mast and one 92-foot-tall to catch the wind and oars on the lower deck for rowing the vessel (80 oarsmen) .
Weapons & Armament
4 balistae, 2 mangonels, 1 naval ram, iron spikes
Armor and defense
Metal spikes were used to cover the top of the turtle ship to deter boarding tactics used by the Magowanese. According to historical records, the spikes were covered with posion or rice to lure the Magowanese into trying to board, since the boarding would appear safe.
Class
Nickname
Turtles
Motto
Detect, Deflect, Destroy
Manufacturer
Owning Organization
Related Professions
Price
25000 gp
Rarity
uncommon/ rare
Beam
30 to 40 feet (9.1 to 12.2 m)
Length
100 to 120 feet (30.5 to 36.6 m)
Speed
4 miles per hour (96 miles per day)
Complement / Crew
50 soldiers
Cargo & Passenger Capacity
150 tons, 40 passengers
