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Where each [[Ships|ship]] is a blank slate with its own style and design, '''ship components''' are the nuts and bolts of customization. From the recharge rate of [[shields]] to the raw hull-busting power of a ballistic [[Weapons|weapon]], each component has unique characteristics and behaviors.

Broadly, each ship component can be placed into one of nine hardpoints<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/12936-Engineering-Ship-Components-Systems|text=Comm-Link detailing the hard points and ship components}}</ref>

*'''Hull:''' The body of the ship for mounting additional armor, reducing weight, or modifying cross-section

*'''Avionics:''' The computer systems of the ship, upgraded with better turret AI, missile lock systems, etc.

*'''Power Plant:''' Supplies the power for all other systems

*'''Afterburners:''' Burns extra fuel to provide a boost to the ship's thrust

*'''Shield Generators:''' Shields protect the ship from debris and enemy attacks; coming in multiple sizes and with varying characteristics.

*'''Radar:''' It can be used to detect vehicles, guided missiles and terrain.

*'''Fuel Tank:''' Stores and delivers mass to the ship's power plant for power and thrust generation

*'''Maneuvering Thrusters:''' Small thrusters that provide the majority of controlling thrust to orient the ship

*'''Main Thrusters:''' Provide the majority of forward thrust for the ship

*'''Miscellaneous''' Weapon batteries, ammo racks, additional cooling systems, etc.

*'''Weapons:''' The sharp edge to any combat ship, weapons are designed for any pilot to defend themselves; or go on the attack.

Ship components may be purchased from a variety of [[:Category:Vehicle components manufacturers|vehicle components manufacturers]] including [[Klaus & Werner]] or [[Apocalypse Arms]].