I just put the finishing touches on some new models for my Firestorm Armada Terrans. First up is a squadron of escorts. These are the old-style metal Guardian-class escorts. I’ve had them since they were released way back in 2010, but they lanquished for a long time before I finally got around to finishing them. I am designating them Escort Squadron 824, nicknamed the “Night Watch.”
Background: Escorts are the smallest fold-space capable warships that are normally fielded by the Terran fleet. They mount no significant offensive armament, but their point defense weapons match the potency of much larger ships. The Guardian-class escort is a venerable design, having served the NTSC for decades. The design is no longer being constructed in the NTSC’s yards, as it is considered obsolete. As a result, the Guardian class is becoming an increasingly rare sight in Terran fleets, though a robust upgrade program has kept the remaining Guardians up to date and combat effective. Escort Squadron 842 was recently formed, using Guardians that had been retrieved from a salvage yard and upgraded to current standards.
Next up is the Teuton-class cruisers. These are the latest Terran cruisers models from Spartan, which makes them the 3rd generation of Terran cruiser models! These are designated as Cruiser Squadron (CruRon) 78. The flagship is the Baltimore (CL-107), while the Memphis (CL-96) and the Honolulu (CL-85) round out the squadron.
Background: Cruisers have long been the mainstay of the NTSC fleet. A number of different classes have been built over the decades, with each incorporating new technologies and lessons learned from previous classes. The Teuton-class is the latest in this long line. CruRon 78 is a “heritage” formation, a newly formed unit that bears the name of a famous forbear that was lost in action. As a newly formed squadron, it is only fitting that CruRon 78 be fully equipped with the latest ship designs.
There you have it! Here are some more pictures:
