Project: Akhetaten - Phase One

[Armageddon]

Cobra nodded to Nova's secretary as he walked into the meeting room.

In his hands were the schematics of the prototype ship for her sign off and approval. As well as dispatch orders for large amounts of hull plating and other equipment.

'Ma'am, please see the schematics listed 3a, 3b and 3c. They should be on your datapad now awaiting approval and sign off from Commodore Edwards.'

He paused slightly.

'As you can see the general outline of the craft has been retained. However, the front of the craft is where the largest modification is taking place. Primarily there is a lot of space now devoted to hangar and fighter ops for long-range cruises. As well as accommodation for transport category mooring bays for tankers and resupply.

There is also a large capacitor area located at the front of the ship. I have read from your reports that the craft has a tendency to lose power to the front cannons if the lines are cut. This will allow the primary cannons to remain active for a short period.'

Cobra then drew attention to the schematic of the drive section.

'As you can see the drive itself is of a floating design, this is an improvement on the open core technology used in the overlord class. We expect further weight savings. The power is provided by four conduits connecting the drive section to the main body. There is also a secondary shield generator that is powered directly by the core itself. As long as the generator is active, it should not be possible for a direct attack to be completed on the drive core itself.

The outer casing can still be damaged and unfortunately, damage directed at the core will be transmitted through the ship's frame so hits in this area will still cause damage. There is just limited risk of a catastrophic core meltdown due to the main core taking a single unshielded hit.'

Cobra paused to take a drink.

'Any questions, Nova, Commodore?'

3a

3b

3c