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September 22nd, 2011, 03:48 PM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
The thing I like about the X-wing also is that it's S-foil design serves two fold....
The wings together increases speed of the ship. Making the X allows for greater maneuverability and firepower coverage.
Besides, how do we honestly know which is more maneuverable? Fanwankery?
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September 22nd, 2011, 03:52 PM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
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Originally Posted by martok2112
Besides, how do we honestly know which is more maneuverable? Fanwankery?
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David Kerin showed the Viper do an axis spin, that's all I need to say. 
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September 22nd, 2011, 06:20 PM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
(comedic "I give up" music cue)
Waa was waa wwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.............
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September 22nd, 2011, 06:26 PM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
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Originally Posted by martok2112
(comedic "I give up" music cue)
Waa was waa wwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.............
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LOL, I played the 'Kerin' card! Full Pyramid every time! 
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September 22nd, 2011, 10:29 PM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
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LOL, I played the 'Kerin' card! Full Pyramid every time! |
You fell for it.
Now it's time to bust the bubble...(since you decided to invoke "fan works")
Tsk tsk tsk....oh, Apolloisall, Apolloisall, Apolloisall....you fell for the biggest trap in the book....the fanon.
We're sorry, but you played an invalid card.
Much as I admire David's work, it is not official.
The only official work showing Vipers doing axial rotation is the new series, and those Vipers don't have laser cannons.
So sorry.
But, we have some nice parting gifts for you.
Show 'im what he won, Johnny....
A year's supply of no-prize!
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September 23rd, 2011, 03:35 AM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
Hahahahah,
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September 23rd, 2011, 10:07 AM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
Hahahahaha 
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September 23rd, 2011, 07:22 PM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
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Originally Posted by martok2112
You fell for it.
Now it's time to bust the bubble...(since you decided to invoke "fan works")
Tsk tsk tsk....oh, Apolloisall, Apolloisall, Apolloisall....you fell for the biggest trap in the book....the fanon.
We're sorry, but you played an invalid card.
Much as I admire David's work, it is not official.
The only official work showing Vipers doing axial rotation is the new series, and those Vipers don't have laser cannons.
So sorry.
But, we have some nice parting gifts for you.
Show 'im what he won, Johnny....
A year's supply of no-prize!
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Actually Martok, there is only one folly that tops his. And that is, "Never start a land war in Asia." 
Sorry, I couldn't resist...
Anyhoo, back on topic.
Both designs have their merits. I do like both designs and would gladly take either one, if given the chance.
This is strictly my honest opinion, of course.
On Range: The X-Wing I will admit has the longer range and the FTL Drive gives is a distinct advantage.
On Firepower: I would give a slight edge to the X-Wing (4 Laser Cannon and 2 Proton Torpedo tubes to the 2 Turbolasers on a Viper). The Laser Cannons and Turbolasers seem to be equally destructive. It's the Proton Torpedoes the give it a plus.
On Manueverability and Speed: I would have to give the edge to the Viper in these catagories. I think a Viper would even give a TIE Fighter a run for it's money (may even a bit better).
On Versatility: I would have to give the Viper the edge. It can be used for Recon, Long Range Patrol, Strike missions against Capital Ships and Planetary Bases and defend against enemy fighters (even at 2-to-1 odds and a bit higher) and it still comes out victorious.
On Targeting and Scanners: Would have to give this one to the Viper. The Colonies do seem more advanced in this catagory.
On Shields: The x-Wing does have better shielding and seems to be able to take a bit more punishment than the Viper. The R2 unit helps that equation out.
On Dasher, On Dancer, On Prancer and Vixen... 
OK, I'm getting punchy here. I gotta go now.
Peace out.
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September 23rd, 2011, 08:50 PM
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Re: Who has the better weaponry-tech
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Originally Posted by CBSG4ever
Actually Martok, there is only one folly that tops his. And that is, "Never start a land war in Asia."
Sorry, I couldn't resist...
Anyhoo, back on topic.
Both designs have their merits. I do like both designs and would gladly take either one, if given the chance.
This is strictly my honest opinion, of course.
On Range: The X-Wing I will admit has the longer range and the FTL Drive gives is a distinct advantage.
On Firepower: I would give a slight edge to the X-Wing (4 Laser Cannon and 2 Proton Torpedo tubes to the 2 Turbolasers on a Viper). The Laser Cannons and Turbolasers seem to be equally destructive. It's the Proton Torpedoes the give it a plus.
On Manueverability and Speed: I would have to give the edge to the Viper in these catagories. I think a Viper would even give a TIE Fighter a run for it's money (may even a bit better).
On Versatility: I would have to give the Viper the edge. It can be used for Recon, Long Range Patrol, Strike missions against Capital Ships and Planetary Bases and defend against enemy fighters (even at 2-to-1 odds and a bit higher) and it still comes out victorious.
On Targeting and Scanners: Would have to give this one to the Viper. The Colonies do seem more advanced in this catagory.
On Shields: The x-Wing does have better shielding and seems to be able to take a bit more punishment than the Viper. The R2 unit helps that equation out.
On Dasher, On Dancer, On Prancer and Vixen...
OK, I'm getting punchy here. I gotta go now.
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Hahahahahhahaaa....good points.
I have to admit, I didn't like it when Viper pilots referred to their fighter weapons as "turbolasers" because being the Star Wars buff that I am, turbolasers are anti-capital ship cannons that require tremendous amounts of power.....power that a starfighter cannot provide, even if said power were dedicated to a singular purpose, and even if it was tied into a fighter's hyperdrive.
(serious geek in me coming out now...hahahahhaaha!)
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