Vanguard Harbinger

The Aegis A3G Vanguard Harbinger is UEE's standard fighter-bomber, converting the standard Warden model's escape pod into a potent bomb bay. The extended range of the Vanguard and the relatively small profile mean that it can go where carrier-based planes or larger strategic bombers don't… and then strike hard and make it back to frontier bases. The Vanguard Harbinger is a powerful bomber that can operate out of the roughest forward operating bases.^[1]

Features

Bomber

The extended range of the Vanguard and the relatively small profile means that it can go where carrier-based planes or larger strategic bombers don't... and then strike hard and make it back to frontier bases.

Torpedo launcher

Built into it modular room is a launcher that can hold up to three Size 5 torpedoes.

Missile turret

The top manned turret has replaced its guns for a pair of Jericho XL Size 3 rocket pods, each pod holding up to eighteen Size 1 rockets.

Weapons

As well as the above mentioned weaponry, the Harbinger is also equipped with a Size 5 gun hard-point, four Size 2 guns built into the ships nose and missiles racks that can hold four Size 3 and eight Size 2 missiles.

Long Range

The ships extensive range can allow for missions lasting days or even weeks. Internally, the ship is fitted with sleeping berths and reclamation facilities to support such missions.

Durability

At the expense of maneuverability compared to other medium/heavy fighters like the Hornet or Lightning, the Warden is made from a distinct tungsten alloy and has an extensive backup systems which enhances the ships combat survivability.

Modularity

Similar to the other Vanguard models, the Harbinger has a unique swappable modular room that can alter the ships role and making it more focused for specific missions.

Specifications

Model

Ship profile

Isometric	Above	Port-side	Front	Rear	Below

Isometric	Above	Port-side	Front	Rear

Series variants

Image	Name	Description
	Vanguard Hoplite	A cross between the Vanguard Warden and a dedicated boarding ship.
	Vanguard Sentinel	Focused on electronic warfare to provide necessary combat support.
	Vanguard Warden	A long-range military fighter.