Battleships are large, powerful warships designed to engage in relatively close ranges with other starships. With their heavy armor, powerful guns and immense size, battleships are capable of taking a beating and giving one back. Despite their strengths, their low speed makes them an easy target for other warships.
Characteristics
Battleships are usually bristling with heavy armaments, from huge megalaser turrets to plasma cannons. They are also often equipped with an array of anti-fighter weapons to deal with pesky strike craft. Many battleships come with their own fighter complement for further protection, though nowhere near the amount of fighters that a carrier can deploy.
Most battleships are heavily armored, designed to take immense amounts of punishment before going down. Thanks to their size, most battleships can also make use of powerful shield generators to further increase their defensive capabilities. It is not uncommon for captains to use their battleships as shields for their smaller allies.
Due to the weight of their armor, battleships are often rather slow compared to many other ships. To counteract this, many shipbuilders create “fast battleships”, which have had their armor stripped down considerably to make up for the lack of speed. These vessels are popular among nations who cannot afford to field fully-armored battleships.
Notable Examples
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