Mantis

The RSI Mantis is a single-seat interdiction ship, capable of pulling its target out of Quantum travel using "Quantum Enforcement". Lightly armed and armoured, the Mantis is designed to work in tandem with more heavily-armed Law Enforcement or Pirates to confront the captured ships.

Quantum Enforcement Device
The Mantis features a specialized Quantum Enforcement Device (QED) designed to stall Quantum travel, appearing as three rings that are housed in the rear of the ship. Quantum enforcement can be engaged using either a "Quantum Snare" or "Quantum Dampening"

Quantum Snare
The Quantum snare is the primary utilization of the QED, intended for large-radius events (approx. 10-20km ), and will create a "bubble" around the ship. Any ship that is within the bubble will have their quantum drive disabled, and ships passing through will be pulled out of quantum travel. Engaging the Quantum Snare requires significant charge-up time, and maintaining the snare requires a lot of power while generating large amounts of heat.

Quantum Dampening
Quantum Dampening is the secondary usage of the QED, preventing the activation of quantum drives within a short range while active (approx. 2000m ). In contrast to the Snare, Dampening can be activated instantly, trapping lone unwary ships as long as they are within its radius.

Quantum Markers
Along with the Quantum Enforcement Device, the Mantis can utilize Quantum Markers to track potential targets.

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