Aegis Veilion
Sentinel of the Void - Stealth Armored Secure Cargo Hauler
Overview: The Aegis Veilion represents a groundbreaking advancement in interstellar logistics, meticulously engineered by Aegis Dynamics to redefine the transport of high-value and sensitive cargo. This revolutionary 320 Standard Cargo Unit (SCU) hauler is purpose-built for unparalleled discretion and resilience, filling a critical, unmet demand in the secure logistics market.
"For the ones who dare to operate in the shadows of the 'verse."
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Aegis Dynamics |
| Role | Stealth Armored Secure Cargo Hauler |
| Crew | 1 (Optional 2) |
| Cargo Capacity | 320 SCU (Shielded) |
| Length | ~45 m |
| Width | ~30 m |
| Height | ~12 m |
| Max SCM Speed | ~180 m/s (Stealth Profile) |
| Max Afterburn Speed | ~1050 m/s |
| Hull HP | High (for its size class) |
| Shield HP | High (for its size class) |
| Power Plant Size | 2x S2 (Stealth Class) |
| Cooler Size | 2x S2 (Stealth Class) |
| Shield Gen Size | 1x S2 (Stealth Class) |
| Weapon Hardpoints | 2x S2 (Pilot-controlled, concealed) |
| Countermeasures | Decoy & Noise Launchers |
Signature Profile Comparison
| Ship Name | Role | EM Signature (k) | IR Signature (k) | CS Signature (k, nose) | Passive Sig. Reduction Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aegis Veilion | Stealth Secure Cargo | 0.5 - 1.0 | 0.8 - 1.5 | 1.0 - 2.0 | -70% / -65% / -50% |
| Crusader Mercury Star Runner | Medium Freight | 6.0 - 10.0 | 8.0 - 12.0 | 15.0 - 25.0 | None |
| Aegis Eclipse | Dedicated Stealth Bomber | 0.3 - 0.8 | 0.5 - 1.2 | 0.8 - 1.8 | -75% / -70% / -55% |
Cargo Capacity Comparison
| Ship Name | Manufacturer | Cargo Capacity (SCU) | Primary Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aegis Veilion | Aegis Dynamics | 320 | Stealth Armored Secure Cargo Hauler |
| Drake Cutter | Drake Interplanetary | 4 | Starter / Light Cargo |
| Origin 300i | Origin Jumpworks | 8 | Light Courier |
| Crusader Mercury Star Runner | Crusader Industries | 114-120 | Medium Freight / Data Runner |
| MISC Freelancer MAX | Musashi Industrial & Starflight Concern | 120 | Medium Freight |
| RSI Constellation Taurus | Roberts Space Industries | 174 | Medium Freight |
| MISC Hull C | Musashi Industrial & Starflight Concern | 4,000 | Large Bulk Freighter |
Revolutionary Features
- Ultra-Low Signature Profile: Proprietary Stealth-class components achieve EM signatures so low that detection is "almost impossible... unless you are close enough to touch it."
- Unscannable Cargo Bay: Proprietary shielded cargo bay renders 320 SCU contents completely invisible to all forms of external scanning through hardened hull materials and active signature dampeners.
- Advanced Power Management: Granular control over power distribution enables "dark flight" protocols for maximum stealth operations.
- Military-Grade Armor: Aegis's signature robust construction with proprietary composite layering maintains high durability without compromising stealth profile.
- Adaptive Shielding: Stealth-class shield generator optimized for rapid regeneration and swift recovery during evasive maneuvers.
- Integrated Countermeasures: State-of-the-art Decoy and Noise launchers for breaking missile locks and evading sensor tracking.
- Optimized Quantum Drive: Exceptionally low quantum signature (as low as 5km) with quick spooling for rapid escape capabilities.
Operational Capabilities
- Stealth Operations: Advanced power management and signature reduction allow operation in "near-touch" detection ranges
- Piracy Deterrence: Seamless transition from covert operations to robust defense with rapid quantum escape
- Secure Cargo Handling: Internal loading system with discreet ramp/lift for covert operations
- All-Terrain Navigation: Exceptional agility for precise navigation through challenging environments
- Rapid Disengagement: High-performance propulsion system enabling swift evasive action
- Environmental Concealment: Optimal for low-altitude atmospheric flight and dense asteroid cluster navigation
Target Market & Applications
- High-Value Cargo Haulers: Transport of extremely rare commodities, refined materials, sensitive data, or unique high-profit goods
- Corporate Logistics & Black Ops: Corporations requiring absolute discretion for supply chains, bypassing heavily pirated trade lanes
- Covert Intelligence Operations: Government contractors moving classified assets and sensitive information
- Premium Smuggling: Unparalleled security for illicit transportation of contraband or sensitive materials
- Secure Last-Mile Delivery: Integration with ground vehicles like the Consolidated Outland CargoQuad for complete logistics chains
Strategic Advantages
- Unparalleled Stealth: Signature reduction capabilities rivaling dedicated military stealth fighters
- Absolute Cargo Security: Revolutionary unscannable cargo bay provides unprecedented protection
- Aegis Resilience: Military-grade armor and advanced countermeasures ensure survivability
- Strategic Capacity: 320 SCU substantial for high-value goods without bulk freighter penalties
- Brand Evolution: Natural extension of Aegis's "protection" ethos into secure commercial logistics
- Market Positioning: Premium asset for critical missions requiring absolute discretion and security