San'tok.yāi

The Aopoa San’tok.yāi is an upcoming Xi’an ship converted for human use. Harnessing the power of next-generation Xi’an flight systems, upgraded dual-vector thrusters, and a daunting weapons package, Aopoa has crafted a fighter that retains the nimble dexterity and tight handling the brand is known for. All with the added ability to pack a serious punch when the situation calls for it.

It is named after the Tokyai, the apex predator that is native to the Xi’an world Xi.

"The San’tok.yāi is a civilian version of the Xi’an military ship designed for export and sale in the Human market. It is an original Xi’an-produced export by Aopoa, and not a replica, reconstruction, or a product of reverse-engineering."

- Q&A: Aopoa San’tok.yāi

Development
The San’tok.yāi's inital look was developed by Gary Sanchez (Freelance Concept Artist) as he was the concept artist for Khartu-al. Because Sanchez was not available to fully concept the ship, he helped out with the initial direction, the concept design was later completed by Alex Akstinas (Concept Artist) from Foundry 42 UK. Other key contributions include Paul Jones (Art Director), John Crewe (Vehicle Pipeline Director), and Stephen Hosmer.

It was first revealed on 2018-11-28 in the 2948 Anniversary Special.