It strikes a good balance between speed, shielding and firepower, making it a good escort ship and interceptor.
The Pike's speed is competitive with other M4+s, a unusual quality for Boron small craft. In Albion Prelude, the Pike can no longer mount the Ion Disruptor, but is compatible with the Energy Bolt Chaingun, making the fighter a more capable destructive ship at the cost of its niche role. It also mounts enough weapon power to do reasonable damage to an adversary.Īs with most Boron fighters, it can use the Ion Disruptor, and can be used to strip shields and equipment for boarding operations. Thanks to its 25MJ shields, it can survive glancing blows from heavier weapons, and it has the speed and agility to dodge incoming fire. The Boron M4+ fighter is a large improvement on its predecessor, the Mako, with heavier shielding and armament, and it can hold its own against other fighters.
It has been given a unique model in Albion Prelude. The Pike's hull is identical to the Mako, an unusual feature among M4+s, which usually have distinct, if similar appearances compared to their sister M4s. The Pike's agility, speed and improved weaponry makes it a fine interceptor. The Pike's weapon selection changed significantly in Albion Prelude, dramatically changing the fighter's role.īackground Encyclopedia Entry Īdding the Pike to the Royal Boron Navy's inventory was an inspired move. Smaller than an M3, and lower priced, the Pike is a capable carrier fighter with good shielding and speed, along with enhanced weaponry over the Mako.
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