Quick facts:Polaris
The Polaris is a corvette-class capital ship developed by Roberts Space Industries (RSI) for the United Empire of Earth Navy (UEEN). Designed for use as both a naval patrol ship and to serve as the flagship of civilian militia operations, the Polaris has the capacity to perform search & rescue operations, strike missions and general security patrols. While intended for combat situations, the Polaris can also operate as a command center while providing refuel and repair capabilities from its single small fighter bay. [1]
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Lore
The Polaris was fast-tracked for development following the 2945 Vanduul attack on the Vega System. The request-for-proposal specified a smaller, first-response alternative to the Idris-class frigates currently serving with both the UEE Navy and private concerns. Roberts Space Industries' Polaris bid was selected due to its unique combination of a fully equipped small craft hangar and an array of torpedo tubes that let it punch above its weight class.
As part of the UEE Militia Mobilization Initiative, the Polaris is being made available to Citizens so they can protect contested and dangerous regions around the Empire. The UEE military will also utilize the Polaris as a standard patrol and picket ship, where it is expected to be especially effective supporting larger fleet movements. A percentage of funds from the Polaris sale is used to support continued mobilization and relief efforts across the Empire.[2]
"The Polaris Corvette-class patrol vessel represents the new tip of the spear for Humanity's defense. Able to insert itself into a situation, establish its authority and then quickly maneuver to safety, the Polaris possesses the perfect balance of power and speed."
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Development
- During the production phase of the Aegis Idris, the ship grew in size significantly. This left a void between larger capital sized ships and non-capital ships. It was decided to create a brand new ship to fill this gap. And so the Polaris was born.[3][4] the Polaris will be a Corvette.
- It was said in 10 FTC episode 77 (question 9, 29 Feb 2016) that Corvettes will fill a role between capital and sub-capital ships. As such, the Polaris will be more economical in their role. It won't be a massive carrier but will feature the ability to dock a ship and hold its own while fighting fighters or bigger ships. It was also said that a group of Corvettes could cause problems for bigger ships such as a frigate or a destroyer.
- During Bensday with Batgirl & Ben episode 45 (9 Mar 2016), Ben Lesnick commented that they were leaning towards a length of 100 to 120 meters. On October 12, 2016, the Polaris Q&A showed an increase of size to 155m.[3] During a live steam Q&A on December 12, 2020, John Crewe stated that the ship had grown but remained in the 100s of meters range. (156-199m).[5]
- During Inside Star Citizen: Finding the North Star (1 Dec 2022), Mark Gibson, John Crewe and Ben Curtis do a 3D Studio Max mesh walk though of the model.[6] In this episode, they talk about finalizing the interior layout with some minor changes. Mark Gibson also confirms that the ship is getting capital size shields, coolers and power plant.
- On May 26, 2023, Polaris is announced to be scheduled for production in 2024.[7]
- On October 21, 2023, Polaris is announced to be released within the next 12 months. [8]
- On October 21, 2023 During CitizenCon 2953 Day one, Talking ship 2953[9] the Polaris was show in the current state of design in engine white box.
- In the Star Citizen Monthly Report of January 2024 the Polaris has entered the greybox stage, marking the completion of modular pieces for the lifts, habs, corridors, and hangar.[10]
- During Ironclad is Rad (23 May 2024) John Crewe commented, that "they will do some upgunning on the Polaris, because it is not only a torpedo-boat, the Polaris can kinda hold it's own against capital ships with it's turrets".[11]
- During Star Citizen Live Q&A: Invictus All-Vehicles (17 May 2024) John Crewe commented, that the Polaris will be flight ready for IAE 2954.[12]
- On October 20, 2024 during CitizenCon 2954 Captains of Industry the Polaris was shown with it's "near-final" production state and said to be slated for release before the end of 2024.[13]
Trivia
- Traditionally, Polaris-class ships are named after historical figures and military heroes (for example UEES Reilly).[14]
- Development of this ship was accelerated as a part of the Militia Mobilization Initiative (2946), after which a limited number of Polaris were made available for purchase on the civilian market.[15]
- In 2024 in order to make the Polaris practically indestructible for ILW, CIG gave it 100% damage negation on Ballistic, Energy and Distortion damage as well as 100,000,000 health for the duration of the event, which was reflected on the wiki as it uses data directly from the game files.
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References
- ↑ Comm-Link:RSI Polaris Q&A Part 2. Transmission - Comm-Link
- ↑ RSI Polaris - Concept Sale. Transmission - Comm-Link
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Comm-Link:RSI Polaris Q&A Part 1. Transmission - Comm-Link
- ↑ The Polaris - Ship page. Pledge Store
- ↑ https://clips.twitch.tv/SincereSlickBatPogChamp - Star Citizen LIVE: IAE Free Fly Q&A
- ↑ https://youtu.be/n1Fjctpk2qU?t=395 | Inside Star Citizen: Finding the North Star | Fall 2022
- ↑ Star Citizen Live: Invictus All-Vehicles Roundtable
- ↑ https://youtu.be/8ZjnPdqHjDw?si=5K28N3GTp7P75Z7S&t=15024 CitCon 2953 Day One Exact Time code
- ↑ https://youtu.be/8ZjnPdqHjDw?si=gtTyJwrTNY4uoabL&t=15239 CitCon 2953 Day One Exact Time code
- ↑ https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/19779-Star-Citizen-Monthly-Report-January-2024 SC Months report January 2024
- ↑ https://youtu.be/j9d8GXMtHOs?si=1CMb_NoyCYxr6tGe Inside Star Citizen Ironclad is Rad
- ↑ https://youtu.be/71uiBVajvFE?si=otXrFXvNyK4BlBFP&t=3879
- ↑ https://youtu.be/k-mlcAxu53I?si=hef0qlWZ9dsBL_er&t=1882
- ↑ CIG writer's forum comment
- ↑ Galactapedia - Polaris. Galactapedia