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{{Vehicle
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| name                            = Polaris
| image                           = Polaris flying through asteroid field firing torpedoes and missiles - cropped.png
| manufacturer                    = RSI
| series                          = 
| role                            = Corvette (Militia / Patrol)
| size                            = Capital
| hangar                          = S6/XL
| productionstate                 = Flight ready
| productionstatedesc             = Since [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.24.3|Alpha 3.24.3]]
| mincrew                         = 6
| maxcrew                         = 12
| length                          = 166
| width                           = 82
| height                          = 35
| mass                            = 10427000
| cargocapacity                   = 576
| stowage                         = 25600K µSCU
| pledgecost                      = 975
| originalpledgecost              = 750
| warbondcost                     = 850
| originalwarbondcost             = 625
| pledgeavailability              = Time-limited sales
| rsistoreurl                     = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/polaris/Polaris
| presentationurl1                = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20176-RSI-Polaris
| presentationurl2                = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15546-The-2946-RSI-Polaris
| trailerurl                      = 
| brochureurl                     = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/77186mzjsuinrr/source/Polaris-2.pdf
| qandaurl1                       = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15559-RSI-Polaris-Q-A-Part-1
| qandaurl2                       = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15564-RSI-Polaris-Q-A-Part-2
| galactapediaurl                 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VJOzNNAGe4-polaris
| releasedate                     = 2946
| conceptdate                     = 2016-10-09
| saledate                        = 
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The '''Polaris''' is a [[:Category:Corvettes|corvette-class]] capital ship developed by [[Roberts Space Industries]] (RSI) for the [[United Empire of Earth Navy]] (UEEN). Designed for use as both a naval patrol ship and to serve as the flagship of civilian militia operations, the Polaris has the capacity to perform search & rescue operations, strike missions and general security patrols. While intended for combat situations, the Polaris can also operate as a command center while providing refuel and repair capabilities from its single small fighter bay.
<ref name="PolarisFlyable">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20176-RSI-Polaris|text=RSI Polaris Flyable}}</ref><ref name="PolarisQ&A1">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15559-RSI-Polaris-Q-A-Part-1|int=Comm-Link:RSI Polaris Q&A Part 1|text=RSI Polaris Q&A Part 1}}</ref><ref name="PolarisQ&A2">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15564-RSI-Polaris-Q-A-Part-2|int=Comm-Link:RSI Polaris Q&A Part 2|text=RSI Polaris Q&A Part 2}}</ref>

==Features==
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|Torpedo bays
|The Polaris is designed for engaging capital ships and has four torpedo launch tubes, each with a rotary feeder for seven Size 10 torpedoes, totaling 28. These feeders are located near the cargo hold for easy reloading from stored torpedoes.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}
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|Missiles
|It also has 2 forward facing missiles racks that can each hold eight Size 3 missiles and a rear facing remote turret that can hold twelve Size 2 missiles.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}
{{List item
|Guns
|The vessel is outfitted with a manned turret capable of accommodating two bespoke ballistic size 6 guns, alongside four manned turrets. You'll find two of them with quad size 4 guns on top and the others are quad size 3 each port and starboard. Additionally there is a remote-operated turret at the bottom designed to house quad size 3 guns. The ship also got seven point defense cannons (PDC) capable of intercepting incoming missiles, torpedoes and even smaller fighters.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}
{{List item
|Hangar bay
|Designed to comfortably house one light fighter for combat support or utility vehicles for additional operational flexibility.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}
{{List item
|Cargo Bay
|The hold has a cargo capacity of 576 SCU, including weapon ordnance, and offers easy access to the torpedo rotary feeder for quick reloading. It also features an internal Size 2 tractor beam and two freight elevators for hangar access.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}
{{List item
|Self-sustainable
|The Polaris is a self-sufficient combat platform designed for extended missions, providing crew members with better living conditions than most fleet alternatives, which enhances morale and operational effectiveness.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}
{{List item
|Medical Bay
|The ship features a medical facility that includes four tier 2 beds, complemented by a dedicated monitoring station.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}
{{List item
|Brig
|The vessel includes a brig equipped with two holding cells, along with a specialized security station that is capable of monitoring these cells through closed-circuit television.<ref name="PolarisFlyable"/>
}}

==Specifications ==
{{Vehicle hardpoints}}

==Model==

===Ship profile===
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 In space=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
!Below
|-
|[[File:Polaris in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Polaris in space - Above.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Polaris in space - Port.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Polaris in space - Front.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Polaris in space - Rear.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Polaris in space - Below.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
|-|
 Landed=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
|-
|[[File:Polaris landed in hangar - cropped.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
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===Paints===
{{for|more information|:Polaris series/Paints}}

{| class="wikitable"
![[Polaris series/Paints#"Apex"|"Apex"]]
![[Polaris series/Paints#"Quasar"|"Quasar"]]
![[Polaris series/Paints#"Sirius"|"Sirius"]]
|-
|[[File:Polaris Apex in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Polaris Quasar in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Polaris Sirius in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}

==Acquisition==
{{Vehicle availability}}

==Pledge price history==
{| class="wikitable"
!Date
!Pledge cost (USD)
!Insurance
!Availability 
!Sale
|-
|2016-10-09
|750 (625 WB)
|LTI
|Time-limited
|Concept sale <ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15546-The-2946-RSI-Polaris|text=RSI Polaris concept sale|accessdate=2024-11-26}}</ref>
|-
|2024-11-26
|975 (850 WB)
|10 Year
|Time-limited
|IAE 2954<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20176-RSI-Polaris|text=IAE 2954 Polaris sale|accessdate=2024-11-26}}</ref>
|-
|}

==Lore==
<tabber>
 Urgency=
The Polaris was fast-tracked for development following the 2945 Vanduul attack on the Vega System. The request-for-proposal specified a smaller, first-response alternative to the Idris-class frigates currently serving with both the UEE Navy and private concerns. Roberts Space Industries' Polaris bid was selected due to its unique combination of a fully equipped small craft hangar and an array of torpedo tubes that let it punch above its weight class.
|-|
 Availability=
As part of the UEE [[Militia Mobilization Initiative]] (2946), the development of the Polaris was accelerated and was made available to Citizens so they can protect contested and dangerous regions around the Empire. The UEE military will also utilize the Polaris as a standard patrol and picket ship, where it is expected to be especially effective supporting larger fleet movements. A percentage of funds from the Polaris sale is used to support continued mobilization and relief efforts across the Empire.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15546-The-2946-RSI-Polaris|text=RSI Polaris - Concept Sale}}</ref><ref>{{Cite RSI|url=galactapedia/article/VJOzNNAGe4-polaris|text=Galactapedia - Polaris}}</ref>
|-|
 Naming=
Traditionally, Polaris-class ships are named after historical figures and military heroes (for example [[UEES Reilly]]).{{RSIForumComment|ref=yes|comnum=7612961|text=CIG writer's forum comment}}
|-|
 Designation=
The designation of this ship class honors [[United Planets of Earth]] [[Navy]] Commander [[Hester Polaris]], renowned for her remarkable adaptability, effectiveness, and courage throughout the [[First Tevarin War|Tevarin War]]. <ref name="RSIPolarisBrochure">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/77186mzjsuinrr/source/Polaris-2.pdf|text=RSI Polaris Brochure}}</ref>
|-|
 Brochure description=
{{quote|The Polaris Corvette-class patrol vessel represents the new tip of the spear for Humanity's defense. Able to insert itself into a situation, establish its authority and then quickly maneuver to safety, the Polaris possesses the perfect balance of power and speed.}}
</tabber>

==Gallery==
{{for|a full gallery|:Category:Polaris images}}

<tabber>
 Official=
{{gallery
|Polaris destroying Idris over world.jpg
|Polaris torpedo rotary feeders.jpg
|Polaris torpedo room.jpg
|Polaris tech specs and views.jpg
|Polaris hangar open with Scorpius above looking forward.jpg
|Polaris hangar with Scorpius inside.jpg
|Polaris landed beside port with cargo ramp open.jpg
|Polaris looking out cargo hold at another Polaris.jpg
|Polaris cargo hold looking back.jpg
|Polaris medical station.jpg
|Polaris Brig security station.jpg
|Polaris Engineering room.jpg
|Polaris crew mess hall.jpg
|Polaris front with logo and graphics.jpg
|Polaris Torpedo and missile launchers with graphics.jpg
|Polaris primary turret with graphics.jpg
|Polaris turrets with graphics.jpg
|Polaris front portside with logo and graphics.jpg
|Polaris logo TP BG.png
|Polaris in planetary ring - Cropped.jpg
|Polaris ILW2954 sign - 3.23.1 game files with skybox.png
|Polaris - Icon.png
|Polaris landed in hangar - cropped.jpg
|Polaris flying through asteroid field firing torpedoes and missiles.jpg
}}
|-|
 In-game=
{{gallery
|IAE2954-day5-polaris-tunnel-view.jpg
|IAE2954-day5-polaris-top.jpg
|IAE2954-day5-polaris-zeus.jpg
|IAE2954-day5-polaris-side-ramp.jpg
|IAE2954-day5-polaris-pdc.jpg
|Invictus-2954-day1-Polaris-front.jpg
|Invictus-2954-day1-polaris-high.jpg
|Invictus-2954-day1-polaris-nose.jpg
|Invictus-2954-day1-polaris-rear-turret.jpg
|Invictus-2954-day1-rsi-showfloor-top.jpg
}}
|-|
 Original concepts=
{{gallery
|Polaris - Interior Map - Technical Deck - Concept - ISC Finding the North Star Fall 2022.png
|Polaris - Interior Map - Habitation Deck - Concept - ISC Finding the North Star Fall 2022.png
|Ship-polaris-landed.jpg
|Polaris-Torpedo-Launch.jpg
|Polaris-V-Kingship.jpg
|Polaris-Specs.png
|Polaris-Cockpit.jpg
|Polaris-Launching-Sabre.jpg
|Polaris-Hangar1.jpg
|Polaris-Launching-Gladius.jpg
|Polaris-Page-4.jpg
|Polaris-Page-13.jpg
|Polaris-Page-18.jpg
|Polaris-Page-22.jpg
|Invictus-2950-hologram-polaris-01.jpg
|Invictus-2950-hologram-polaris-03.jpg
|Invictus-2950-hologram-polaris-02.jpg
|Invictus-2952-rsi-holosuite-polaris.jpg
|Polaris - Line Drawing - Isometric.png
|Polaris - Line Drawing - Above.png
|Polaris - Line Drawing - Port.png
|Polaris - Line Drawing - Front.png
|Polaris - Line Drawing - Rear.png
|Polaris - Line Drawing - Below.png
}}
</tabber>

==Development==
{{Timeline styles}}
{| class="timeline"
|-
|2016-02-29
|It was said in [https://youtu.be/DFkTG9YungQ?t=27m25s 10 FTC episode 77] (question 9) that corvettes are positioned between capital and sub-capital vessels, with the Polaris designed for cost-effectiveness in this role. It won't be a large carrier but can dock smaller ships and engage in combat with fighters and larger vessels. A formation of Corvettes could also challenge larger ships like frigates and destroyers.
|-
|2016-03-09
|During [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EFyBWMViKw# Bensday with Batgirl & Ben episode 45], [[Ben Lesnick]] commented that they were leaning towards a length of 100 to 120 meters. On October 12, 2016, the Polaris Q&A showed an increase of size to 155m.<ref name=":0" /> During a live steam Q&A on December 12, 2020, [[John Crewe]] stated that the ship had grown but remained in the 100s of meters range. (156-199m).<ref>https://clips.twitch.tv/SincereSlickBatPogChamp - ''Star Citizen LIVE: IAE Free Fly Q&A''</ref> 
|-
|2016-10-13
|During the production phase of the Aegis [[Idris (series)|Idris]], the ship grew in size significantly to a [[Corvette]]. This left a void between larger capital sized ships and non-capital ships. It was decided to create a brand new ship to fill this gap. And so the Polaris was born.<ref name=":0">{{Cite RSI|int=Comm-Link:RSI Polaris Q&A Part 1|text=Comm-Link:RSI Polaris Q&A Part 1|url=comm-link/transmission/15559-RSI-Polaris-Q-A-Part-1}}</ref><ref>{{Cite RSI|url=pledge/ships/polaris/Polaris|text=The Polaris - Ship page}}</ref>
|-
|2022-12-01
|During [https://youtu.be/n1Fjctpk2qU?t=395 Inside Star Citizen: Finding the North Star], Mark Gibson, John Crewe and Ben Curtis do a 3D Studio Max mesh walk though of the model.<ref>https://youtu.be/n1Fjctpk2qU?t=395 | Inside Star Citizen: Finding the North Star | Fall 2022</ref> In this episode, they talk about finalizing the interior layout with some minor changes. Mark Gibson also confirms that the ship is getting capital size shields, coolers and power plant. 
|-
|2023-05-26
|Polaris is announced to be scheduled for production in 2024.<ref>[https://youtube.com/watch?t=3771&v=LSM8kao5Q6k Star Citizen Live: Invictus All-Vehicles Roundtable]</ref>
|-
|2023-10-21
|Polaris is announced to be released within the [https://youtu.be/8ZjnPdqHjDw?si=5K28N3GTp7P75Z7S&t=15024 next 12 months.] <ref>https://youtu.be/8ZjnPdqHjDw?si=5K28N3GTp7P75Z7S&t=15024 ''CitCon 2953 Day One Exact Time code''</ref> During CitizenCon 2953 Day one, [https://youtu.be/8ZjnPdqHjDw?si=gtTyJwrTNY4uoabL&t=15239 Talking ship 2953]<ref>https://youtu.be/8ZjnPdqHjDw?si=gtTyJwrTNY4uoabL&t=15239 ''CitCon 2953 Day One Exact Time code''</ref> the Polaris was show in the current state of design in engine white box.
|-
|2024-01-17
|In the [https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/19779-Star-Citizen-Monthly-Report-January-2024 Star Citizen Monthly Report of January 2024] the Polaris has entered the [[Vehicle Pipeline|greybox]] stage, marking the completion of modular pieces for the lifts, habs, corridors, and hangar.<ref>https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/19779-Star-Citizen-Monthly-Report-January-2024 ''SC Months report January 2024''</ref>
|-
|2024-05-17
|During [https://youtu.be/71uiBVajvFE?si=otXrFXvNyK4BlBFP&t=3879 Star Citizen Live Q&A: Invictus All-Vehicles] [[John Crewe]] commented, that the Polaris will be flight ready for IAE 2954.<ref>https://youtu.be/71uiBVajvFE?si=otXrFXvNyK4BlBFP&t=3879</ref>
|-
|2024-05-23
|During [https://youtu.be/j9d8GXMtHOs?si=1CMb_NoyCYxr6tGe Ironclad is Rad] [[John Crewe]] commented, that "they will do some upgunning on the Polaris, because it is not only a torpedo-boat, the Polaris can kinda hold it's own against capital ships with it's turrets".<ref>https://youtu.be/j9d8GXMtHOs?si=1CMb_NoyCYxr6tGe Inside Star Citizen Ironclad is Rad</ref>
|-
|2024-10-20
|During CitizenCon 2954 [https://youtu.be/k-mlcAxu53I?si=hef0qlWZ9dsBL_er&t=1882 Captains of Industry] the Polaris was shown with it's "near-final" production state and said to be slated for release before the end of 2024.<ref>https://youtu.be/k-mlcAxu53I?si=hef0qlWZ9dsBL_er&t=1882</ref>
|-
|2024-11-13
|The ship was released to the public [[PTU]] in patch 3.24.3 PTU.9417366, available to spawn only by [[ETF]] members.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/spectrum/community/SC/forum/190048/thread/star-citizen-alpha-3-24-3-ptu-9417366-patch-notes|text=Star Citizen Alpha 3.24.3 PTU.9417366 Patch Notes|accessdate=2024-11-16}}</ref>
|}

==Trivia==
*In 2024 in order to make the Polaris practically indestructible for ILW, CIG gave it 100% damage negation on Ballistic, Energy and Distortion damage as well as 100,000,000 health for the duration of the event, which was reflected on the wiki as it uses data directly from the game files.
*The loading mechanism directs the torpedoes downward through the elevator shaft, then rotates them into position in the firing tubes. Players can see this final stage through the windows on the tubes during reloading. <ref>[https://x.com/MBartrum3D/status/1855585408119189862 @MBartrum3D, Twitter, Nov 10, 2024]</ref>
*"Polaris" is also the name of a star, frequently referred to as the North Star or Pole Star. This star is part of the Ursa Minor constellation and is located approximately 433 light-years away from Earth, which is roughly equivalent to 133 parsecs. It is readily visible to the naked eye during nighttime and is positioned less than 1° from the north celestial pole, making it useful for navigational purposes. <ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polaris</ref>

==See also==
*{{Link RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15559-RSI-Polaris-Q-A-Part-1|text=RSI Polaris Q&A Part 1}}
*{{Link RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15564-RSI-Polaris-Q-A-Part-2|text=RSI Polaris Q&A Part 2}}
*{{Link RSI|url=comm-link/spectrum-dispatch/15495-Something-Every-Tuesday|text=Something Every Tuesday - Phoenix Rising}}

==References==
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