Standalone
$ 85.00
Availability
Time-limited sales
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| uuid = 36726a9f-7e14-4942-bc4f-1a398b5bef6a |
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| name = Herald |
| name = Herald |
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| image = Herald landed on microTech 3.9.png |
| image = Herald landed on microTech 3.9.png |
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| size = |
| size = small |
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| manufacturer = DRAK |
| manufacturer = DRAK |
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| series = |
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| role = Medium Data |
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| stowagespace = 650000 |
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| productionstate = Flight ready |
| productionstate = Flight ready |
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| productionstatedesc = |
| productionstatedesc = Since [[Star Citizen Alpha 2.6.0|Alpha 2.6.0]] |
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| maxcrew = 1 |
| maxcrew = 1 |
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| buycost = 1181100 |
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| rentcostac = 8500 |
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| pledgecost = 85 |
| pledgecost = 85 |
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| originalpledgecost = 85 |
| originalpledgecost = 85 |
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| cargocapacity = 0 |
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| length = 23.5 |
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| height = 9 |
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| beam = 12.5 |
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| combatspeed = 174 |
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| maxspeed = 1361 |
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| mass = 65705 |
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| pledgeavailability = Time-limited sales |
| pledgeavailability = Time-limited sales |
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| rsistoreurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/herald/Herald |
| rsistoreurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/herald/Herald |
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| brochureurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/fluimh9wgqzg5r/source/Herald_brochure.pdf |
| brochureurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/fluimh9wgqzg5r/source/Herald_brochure.pdf |
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| galactapediaurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VpGEmdYJPA-herald |
| galactapediaurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/VpGEmdYJPA-herald |
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| presentationurl1 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15638-DRAKE-Herald |
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| mincrew = 1 |
| mincrew = 1 |
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| conceptdate = 2014-10-31 |
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| expeditetime = 00:41 |
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| expeditecost = 1015 |
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The [[Drake Interplanetary|Drake]] '''Herald''' is a small, armored ship designed to safely get information from Point A to Point B. Featuring a powerful central engine (for high-speed transit and generating the power needed for effective data encryption/containment), advanced encryption software and an armored computer core, the Herald is unique among personal spacecraft in that it is designed to be easily 'cleaned' when in danger of capture.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=pledge/ships/herald/Herald|text=Drake Herald - Ship Page}}</ref><ref name="brochure">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/yuhmsfwd85cssr/source/Herald_brochure.pdf|text=Drake Herald Brochure}}</ref> Notably, data running and hacking are not yet implemented, so the ship does not yet have all intended functionality. |
The [[Drake Interplanetary|Drake]] '''Herald''' is a small, armored ship designed to safely get information from Point A to Point B. Featuring a powerful central engine (for high-speed transit and generating the power needed for effective data encryption/containment), advanced encryption software and an armored computer core, the Herald is unique among personal spacecraft in that it is designed to be easily 'cleaned' when in danger of capture.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=pledge/ships/herald/Herald|text=Drake Herald - Ship Page}}</ref><ref name="brochure">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/yuhmsfwd85cssr/source/Herald_brochure.pdf|text=Drake Herald Brochure}}</ref> Notably, data running and hacking are not yet implemented, so the ship does not yet have all intended functionality. |
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==Features== |
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{{Note|Star Citizen is currently in development, and as such not all features are complete. The Herald is currently intended to have the following features added at some point in the future.}} |
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{{Quote|Utilizing a combination of powerful dual main thrusters mounted on it's sleek frame and the industry gold-standard tarsus leaper jump drive, the Herald is built to move your data faster than ever before, and equally important, more reliably... If that weren't enough, the Herald is constructed with advanced electronic security at its core. From its secure release external data storage pods, advanced rated E.M.P. shielding, and backup power systems, you can be sure that we at FTL Courier Service value protecting your data as much as you do.|FTL Courier Service: Introducing the Drake Herald - 2946 Brochure}} <ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/fluimh9wgqzg5r/source/Herald_brochure.pdf|text=Herald brochure|accessdate=26/12/2021}}</ref> |
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|Armored Computer Core |
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|The computer core will run on a dedicated server that can only be accessed from the secure control terminal inside the ship. This will eliminate the threat of remote [[hacking]].<ref name="brochure" /> |
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==Specifications== |
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Avionics & Systems= |
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{{Vehicle avionics |
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| radarcount = 1 |
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| computercount = 1 |
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| radar1quantity = 1 |
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| radar1size = 1 |
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| radar1manufacturer = WLOP |
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| radar1name = [[Capston]] |
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| computer1quantity = 1 |
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| computer1size = 1 |
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| computer1manufacturer = |
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| computer1name = S Computer |
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}} |
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{{Vehicle systems |
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|Broadcast Array |
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| powerplantcount = 1 |
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|The [[SATA-M6A1]] high power broadcast array will allow long range data transmission for both communication and emergency purposes.<ref name="brochure" /> |
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| coolercount = 1 |
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| shieldgeneratorcount = 1 |
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| powerplant1quantity = 1 |
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| powerplant1size = 1 |
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| powerplant1manufacturer = TYDT |
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| powerplant1name = [[SonicLite]] |
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| cooler1quantity = 2 |
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| cooler1size = 1 |
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| cooler1manufacturer = TYDT |
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| cooler1name = [[HeatSafe]] |
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| shieldgenerator1quantity = 2 |
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| shieldgenerator1size = 1 |
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| shieldgenerator1manufacturer = ASAS |
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| shieldgenerator1name = [[Shimmer]] |
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}} |
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|Data Storage Pods |
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Propulsion & Thrusters= |
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|All data placed inside the upcoming data storage pod will undergo a proprietary encryption algorithm. With quick loading access ports, the data storage pods will be detached from the ship for delivery or emergency.<ref name="brochure" /> |
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{{Vehicle propulsion |
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| fuelintakecount = 1 |
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| fueltankcount = 1 |
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| quantumdrivecount = 1 |
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| jumpdrivecount = 1 |
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| quantumfueltankcount = 1 |
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| fuelintake1quantity = 2 |
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| fuelintake1size = 1 |
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| fuelintake1manufacturer = |
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| fuelintake1name = S Fuel Intake |
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| fueltank1quantity = 2 |
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| fueltank1size = 1 |
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| fueltank1manufacturer = |
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| fueltank1name = S Fuel Tank |
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| quantumdrive1quantity = 1 |
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| quantumdrive1size = 1 |
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| quantumdrive1manufacturer = TARS |
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| quantumdrive1name = [[Expedition]] |
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| jumpdrive1quantity = 1 |
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| jumpdrive1size = 1 |
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| jumpdrive1manufacturer = |
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| jumpdrive1name = S Jump Module |
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| quantumfueltank1quantity = 1 |
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| quantumfueltank1size = 1 |
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| quantumfueltank1manufacturer = |
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| quantumfueltank1name = S Quantum Fuel Tank |
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{{Vehicle thrusters |
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|EMP Protection |
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| mainthrustercount = 1 |
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|The Herald will be equipped with advanced rated [[EMP]] shielding and backup power systems to avoid total power loss in an EMP blast.<ref name="brochure" /> |
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| maneuveringthrustercount = 2 |
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| mainthruster1quantity = 2 |
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| mainthruster1size = 4 |
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| mainthruster1manufacturer = |
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| mainthruster1name = Main Thruster |
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| maneuveringthruster1quantity = 2 |
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| maneuveringthruster1size = 1 |
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| maneuveringthruster1manufacturer = |
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| maneuveringthruster1name = Retro Thruster |
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| maneuveringthruster2quantity = 14 |
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| maneuveringthruster2size = 1 |
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| maneuveringthruster2manufacturer = DRAK |
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| maneuveringthruster2name = [[Trireme S-1]] |
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}} |
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Weaponry= |
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{{Vehicle weaponry |
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| weaponcount = 2 |
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| turretcount = 0 |
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| missilerackcount = 1 |
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| utilityitemcount = 0 |
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| weapon1quantity = 1 |
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| weapon1size = 2 |
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| weapon1manufacturer = GATS |
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| weapon1name = [[Scorpion GT-215]] |
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| weapon2quantity = 2 |
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| weapon2size = 1 |
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| weapon2manufacturer = GATS |
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| weapon2name = [[YellowJacket GT-210]] |
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| missilerack1quantity = 2 |
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| missilerack1size = 3 |
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| missilerack1manufacturer = BEHR |
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| missilerack1name = [[MSD-341 Missile Rack]] |
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| missilerack1missilecount = 1 |
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| missilerack1missile1quantity = 8 |
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| missilerack1missile1size = 1 |
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| missilerack1missile1manufacturer = THCN |
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| missilerack1missile1name = [[TaskForce I]] |
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}} |
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</tabber> |
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== Specifications == |
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==Planned features== |
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{{Vehicle hardpoints}} |
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''Star Citizen is currently in development, and as such not all features are complete. The Herald is currently intended to have the following features added at some point in the future.'' |
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*'''Armored Computer Core:''' The computer core will run on a dedicated server that can only be accessed from the secure control terminal inside the ship. This will eliminate the threat of remote [[hacking]].<ref name="brochure" /> |
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*'''Broadcast Array:''' The [[SATA-M6A1]] high power broadcast array will allow long range data transmission for both communication and emergency purposes.<ref name="brochure" /> |
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*'''Data Storage Pods:''' All data placed inside the upcoming data storage pod will undergo a proprietary encryption algorithm. With quick loading access ports, the data storage pods will be detached from the ship for delivery or emergency.<ref name="brochure" /> |
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*'''EMP Protection:''' The Herald will be equipped with advanced rated [[EMP]] shielding and backup power systems to avoid total power loss in an EMP blast.<ref name="brochure" /> |
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==Model== |
== Model == |
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===Ship profile=== |
===Ship profile=== |
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===Paints=== |
===Paints=== |
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{{for|more information|: |
{{for|more information|:Herald series/Paints}} |
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![[Herald series/Paints#"Ghoulish Green"|"Ghoulish Green"]] |
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!Image |
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![[Herald series/Paints#"Polar"|"Polar"]] |
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!Paint Name |
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![[Herald series/Paints#"Stormbringer"|"Stormbringer"]] |
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!Description |
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!Price (aUEC) |
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!Price ($) |
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|[[File:Herald Ghoulish Green in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]] |
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|[[File:Herald Polar in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]] |
|[[File:Herald Polar in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]] |
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|"Polar" |
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|White in colour with grey and light grey accents. |
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|[not available] |
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|7.00 <ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/Paint/Herald-Polar-Paint|text=Herald Polar Paint|accessdate=26/12/2021}}</ref> |
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|[[File:Herald Stormbringer in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]] |
|[[File:Herald Stormbringer in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]] |
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|"Stormbringer" |
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|Blue in colour with dark grey and white accents. |
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|[not available] |
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|4.50 <ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/Paint/Herald-Stormbringer-Paint|text=Herald Stormbringer Paint|accessdate=26/12/2021}}</ref> |
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== Acquisition == |
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==In-game availability & pricing== |
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{{Vehicle availability}} |
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{{Note|'''Updated''': {{Start date and age|2021|05|10|p=yes}} - [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.13.0|Alpha 3.13.0]]}} |
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=== Buying === |
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{| class="wikitable" |
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![[New Deal]], Lorville |
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![[Astro Armada]], Area18 |
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|1,181,100 |
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|<span style="color:#808080">Unavailable</span> |
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=== Renting === |
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<span style="color:#808080">Unavailable</span> |
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''Prices given are per-day. Prices for all rental periods can be found at [[Ship renting]].'' |
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==Development== |
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*The Herald was the 35,000,000 Dollar Stretch Goal of Star Citizen's Crowfunding campaign. The goal was reached on 2013-12-22. The Herald is designed by Josh Coons and was featured in "Ship Shape" of [[Around the Verse]] Episode 2.29 and Episode 3.7.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15320-Around-The-Verse|text=Around The Verse 2.29|trx=around-the-verse-episode-2-29}}</ref><ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15517-Around-The-Verse|text=Around The Verse 3.7|trx=around-the-verse-3-7-austin}}</ref> |
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*'''Blue and Red "Variant":''' CIG showed a blue and red colored variant of the ship in the Pre-Sale Livestream 2016. According to [[Jared Huckaby]], these skins were only made for presentation. |
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==Gallery== |
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|Herald landed on microTech 3.9.png |
|Herald landed on microTech 3.9.png |
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|IAE2954-day7-herald.jpg |
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|Herald Ops.jpg |
|Herald Ops.jpg |
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|Herald Ops 2.png |
|Herald Ops 2.png |
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|Drake Herald fleeing pirates within the Yela asteroid belt.jpg |
|Drake Herald fleeing pirates within the Yela asteroid belt.jpg |
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|Herald-retaliator-back.jpg |
|Herald-retaliator-back.jpg |
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Official paints= |
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|Herald Polar - Landed in hangar.jpg |
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|Herald Stormbringer - Landed in hangar.jpg |
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==Development== |
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*The Herald creation was influenced by the Speeder from [[Wing Commander: Privateer|''Privateer'']], as an unarmed racer going fast with a small cargo.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/live/m9FmVWiUoFo?feature=shared&t=2875 Happy Hour Museum: Wing Commander Privateer], Star Citizen, YouTube, 31 mars 2017</ref> |
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*The Herald was the 35,000,000 Dollar [[Stretch Goals|Stretch Goal]] of [[Crowdfunding campaign|Star Citizen's Crowfunding campaign]]. The goal was reached on 2013-12-22. The Herald is designed by [[Josh Coons]] and was featured in "Ship Shape" of [[Around the Verse]] Episode 2.29 and Episode 3.7.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15320-Around-The-Verse|text=Around The Verse 2.29|trx=around-the-verse-episode-2-29}}</ref><ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15517-Around-The-Verse|text=Around The Verse 3.7|trx=around-the-verse-3-7-austin}}</ref> |
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*'''Blue and Red "Variant":''' CIG showed a blue and red colored variant of the ship in the Pre-Sale Livestream 2016. According to [[Jared Huckaby]], these skins were only made for presentation. |
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==References== |
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[[Category:Couriers]] |
The Drake Herald is a small, armored ship designed to safely get information from Point A to Point B. Featuring a powerful central engine (for high-speed transit and generating the power needed for effective data encryption/containment), advanced encryption software and an armored computer core, the Herald is unique among personal spacecraft in that it is designed to be easily 'cleaned' when in danger of capture.[1][2] Notably, data running and hacking are not yet implemented, so the ship does not yet have all intended functionality.
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