Abstraction–A Borealin battlecruiser. This ship fled the Second Galactic War, making its way to Silver Bell. It served as part of the colony's defense fleet until the colonists learned of its cowardice. It disappeared shortly after. ^^

Acheron–A sifarv-built fortress ship, and the flagship of the Exeat fleet's Second Armada. It was destroyed by the Sanctuary and Pittsburgh during the Battle of Ignatius. ^^

Activity–A Concord cutter. It docked with Stormbird before its transit to Hammer's Star, and is part of its battle group. ^^

Adana–An Orlamu ship. It delivered an initial payload of supplies to Yellow Sky, and disappeared on its way back to the Stellar Ring. ^^

Admiral-Class Cruiser–A class of Thuldan cruiser. ^^

Adroit–A heavily-armed Daring-class corvette operated by HelixTech. It went missing during the battle at the medurr riftship. It is alternately designated HTCV 117. (Was it destroyed? pp 309 of ZP seems to indicate that, but I'm not sure if there's enough evidence.)

Aeneas–A Rigunmor battlecruiser. This ship was responsible for the destruction of the Cyclops, and explored the Oberon system for the Consortium. ^^

Aireon–A Concord light cruiser. It was destroyed in Hammer's Star during an engagement with several other ships of its class. ^^

Ajax–A Galvinite vessel. Its crew set off a fusion bomb in the middle of Beronin, leveling most of the city. ^^

Alpha-Class Launch–A class of system launch.

Amsterdam–A Concord frigate. It is stationed in Karppolla to enforce a quarantine of the system. ^^

Angelwing–An old Dreth cruiser owing loyalty to Ferrand. ^^

Annabella–An Orion colony ship. It transported the first colonists to Bluefall. ^^

Ares 22–The last remaining Warhulk, Ares 22 is a cruiser-sized vessel captained by a malfunctioning AI unit. Its current objective is the destruction of the colony on Alitar. (pp 6-7, LW) ^^

Ascension–Ython Kadar's cathedral ship, and the largest vessel in the Exeat fleet. It hasn't been deployed in battle, having recently arrived in Hammer's Star. ^^

Aspirar–A Regency survey vessel. It crashed on Raeb, killing all aboard, under unknown circumstances. ^^

Augila-Class Scout–More heavily armed than Pato transports, these small craft are used by the Externals as scientific vessels and are rarely encountered in combat. ^^

Augustine–A StarMech research cruiser sent to study the alien ruins on Atlas in the Tendril system. It was destroyed during an experiment involving an alien shield generator. ^^

Autolycus–A Vendetta-class marauder operated by Thomas Kind's pirates. ^^

Bad Break–A ship owned by Dogger Maartens.

Bala-Class Heavy Carrier–The heaviest class of External carrier, the Bala carries over 100 fighters. Though not very fast or maneuverable, it is surprisingly well-armed for a ship of its class. ^^

Behemoth-Class Dreadnought–The only class of dreadnought in the Exeat fleet. Behemoths are among the most powerful dreadnoughts encountered, carrying fighters and troops in addition to their own formidable weaponry. ^^

Beine-Class Heavy Fighter–The heaviest class of fighter deployed by the Exeat. It has a three-man crew, heavy armor and armaments, and stardrive capability. They are often employed as couriers. ^^

Birmingham–A Solar light cruiser stationed in Lucullus. It was, for a time, the flagship of the ULDF, and took to preying on the External fleets after the system fell to the Exeat. (pp 199 of ZP mentions that it's a heavy cruiser, not a light cruiser. I'm not sure what other sources have to say about it.)

Bitter Pill–An ancient Dreth cruiser in service to the government of Ferrand. ^^

Blackguard–A modified Vashon-class freighter and Shanassin's personal marauder. It was captured by Sokolov during the battle at the medurr derelict. (pp 132, SDCS) (Hm. pp 43 mentions that the ship is a military hull, which doesn't match with the statistics in the SDCS).

Black Radiance–The flagship of the Radiant Pirates' fleet. ^^

Bloodhawk-Class Corvette–A powerful class of corvette.

Bodkin–A Concord Blade-class scout. (pp 201, SDCS) ^^

Bonnie Brae–A drive-capable destroyer in the Verge Alliance fleet. During the Battle of Tendril, it was sent off to Aegis, its computers carrying information about the drive-capable torpedo that destroyed Tendril's drivesat. ^^

Boron Wind–An intelligence vessel in the Verge Alliance's Second Battle Group. It first detected the unusual changes in the Phlegethon's electromagnetic signature. ^^

Brightfall–An Orlamu survey vessel. Its crew made first contact with the weren. ^^

Brighton Strand–An Alitarin transport. It was fired upon by Ares 22 at Tendril. ^^

Broadsword-Class Cruiser–A class of Thuldan cruiser. ^^

Bronze–A Steel-class destroyer, and part of the Thuldan task force at Lhop. ^^

Bushwhacker–A pirate corvette, commanded by Captain Narvis. Its crew attacked a Concord expedition at Lilith, while in search of the Finders Keepers treasure.

Cargo Conveyer Shuttle–A modified STG shuttle used to transport cargo from the surface of Lison. ^^

Cathedral Ship–The largest class of spaceship ever encountered. Cathedral ships are built and used by the thaal, and serve as temples in addition to warships. ^^

Centurion–A Thuldan fortress ship. ^^

Challenger–An Orion ship. It was part of the League's Verge Fleet, but was reassigned to the Stellar Ring by Admiral Christopher. ^^

Chapman-Class Trader–A class of well-armed trader manufactured by Thorn Industries. (pp 51, SC) ^^

Chiron–A Galvinite cruiser sent to hunt down the Relentless. It was crippled by the battlecruiser during a skirmish in Crow. ^^

Cizre–An Orlamu survey vessel. It conducted the first survey of the Tychus system. ^^

CL 351–A VoidCorp cruiser based on Iphus. It boarded Nightbird while it was in transit to Grith.

Cold Harbor–A Concord vessel, part of the blockade assigned to stop the Warhulk Ares 22 at Algemron. ^^

Concordiat–A free trader hired by the expedition at Lilith. It transported the survey team and their equipment to the moon before heading back to Tendril.

Conjecture–A Borealin cruiser, formerly part of Spes' defense fleet. It crashed to the planet's surface following the battle with the klicks, and was being looted by Marcus Corge and his scavengers. (pp 17, RS) ^^

Constitution–A Concord battlecruiser. It was heavily damaged during the Battle of Rakke.

Conviction–A Borealin heavy cruiser currently stationed in the Hammer's Star system. It is the largest Borealin vessel in the system's defense fleet. ^^

Corinth–A Concord light cruiser stationed in Hammer's Star. It recently destroyed three klick vessels near Charitas. ^^

Cranston–A Concord scout vessel. It explored the Lightning Nebula and discovered the native lifeforms contained therein. ^^

Crash Villain–An old Dreth cruiser in the service of the government of Lorient. It is currently being refitted on Torpoint. ^^

Crazy Jane–A tradesman. Its owner occasionally works as for the ID as a corsair. ^^

CS 549–A VoidCorp shuttle. Dr. Nuna stole it while escaping to Walin III. ^^

Cyclops–An independent research vessel. Its crew discovered rhodium under Lison's topsoil, but a drivesat technician sold the data to the Rigunmors, who hunted the vessel down and destroyed it. ^^

Daring-Class Corvette–A class of corvette (Daring-class military scout mentioned on pp. 10, ZP Same thing?).

Death Hog–A light freighter belonging to William “Mad Dog” Morgan. ^^

DE 710–A VoidCorp Fury-class corvette. It was present at the dig site on Storm.

Decisive–1) A Vendetta-class marauder operated by Thomas Kind's pirates. 2) A dreadnought in the Verge Alliance fleet. It participated in the Battle of Aegis.

Decouverte–A Concord research cruiser. It conducted a survey of Aegis' primary star. ^^

Desert Wind–An Alaundrin freighter. The crew of this ship first discovered Rivendale. ^^

Deuces Wild–A small Slinger-class scout craft owned by VentureMax Inc. of Bluefall. (pp 9, LW) ^^

Devastator-Class Attack Craft–A class of attack craft used by the Concord. The Vition carries ten of them in its hangar bay. ^^

Dictator-Class Pocket Battleship–A class of External battleship. It is well-designed and durable, but somewhat lacking in firepower. Dictators are often deployed in groups of three, and carry fighters of their own. ^^

Dierden–An independent freighter carrying goods to Alaundril. It met up with the Relentless, which transferred several cargo crates for it to deliver. ^^

Diomedes–A Thuldan Hero-class cruiser, recently assigned to Aegis. It tailed the Stormbird until it left the system. ^^

Distant Horizon–An attack craft modified into a scout. It is contracted to the Regency, and owned by Cullen McGuinness. It was recently sent to the Exile system. ^^

Dolch–A Thuldan Broadsword-class cruiser, and one of the ships in the task force at Lhop. ^^

Donath–A civilian trader that was nearly stolen while docked with the Lighthouse. ^^

Eagle–A class of External capital ship. (Battleship? Designation? Class? Mentioned in Ythapsol Maree's sidebar, nowhere else.)

Eclipse–A Rigunmor dreadnought assigned to blockade Lison at the behest of Admiral Sarn. (pp 58-60-BC, POD) ^^

Eisen–A Thuldan Steel-class destroyer, and one of the ships in its Lhop task force. ^^

Embark Niner–A codename for a Concord troop transport.

Emperor Gregor I–A Thuldan fortress ship. ^^

Esilio–A trader owned and operated by Jessica Belwe and Durante.

Executive Forecast–A VoidCorp frigate stationed at Hux. ^^

Exemplar–A survey cruiser that went missing on Dione. ^^

Exploit–A Thuldan survey cruiser. It logged a claim to Alitar in the Algemron system. ^^

Fair Chance–A vessel in the service of the Jamaican Syndicate, captained by Ikai. It observed the situation at the derelict near Lucullus, and was ultimately captured by the medurr.

Falada–A Concord heavy cruiser captained by Elinke Daryev. It was stationed in Thalaassa to mediate a peace settlement between its two inhabited worlds.

Falcon–A class of External ship. (Battleship? Designation? Class? Mentioned in Ythapsol Maree's entry, referenced as a transport in Rael Gramm's entry.)

Finders Keepers–A vessel owned by Garvey.

Fiscal Responsibility–A VoidCorp corvette. It is currently stationed near Hux. ^^

Fortinbras-Class Transport–A class of fast transport designed by StarMech and used by the Concord. The Stormbird is one such vessel. ^^

Freefall–A merchant vessel owned by Reno Stokes. It is registered with the Regency of Bluefall. ^^

Fury-Class Corvette–A class of corvette used by VoidCorp.

Galactic Queen–A hypothetical name for Questar, suggested by Jarrett Aylen.

Gandolf–A StarMech dreadnought, and the former flagship of the Verge Alliance Third Battle Group. It was destroyed during the Battle of Tendril. ^^

Ganesh–A Concord battlecruiser that was damaged during the Battle of Rakke. It's currently being repaired at Tendril's shipyards. ^^

Glory of Andrakar–An Alaundrin merchant vessel owned by Jasa Durenova. It was confiscated by the Galvinites after they searched it and uncovered illegal weapons. ^^

Golden Nebula–A passenger liner that makes runs to the Verge.

Grifter–A Sojurn-class transport owned and operated by Insight. (pp 23, CV) ^^

Grim Determination–A StarMech survey vessel, it originally surveyed the Tendril system. ^^

Guardian (K'Chal)–A t'sa colony ship that recently arrived in Aegis. ^^

Gull-Class Launch–A tiny ship design manufactured by Solar X. The Gull is typically used as either a planetary exploration craft or a ship-to-ground shuttle. (pp 92, AEG) ^^

Hadrian–A Star Force cruiser. It recently participated in the effort to capture the renegade chief Hatala.

Halcon-Class Cutter–These light gunships are used by the Externals to guard friendly convoys and raid the convoys of enemies. They are seldom encountered on their own. ^^

Hangman's Temptation–A Mindwalker aboard this ship was struck unconscious when it struck a corstar while in Dione's atmosphere. ^^

Heavy Cruiser 319–A VoidCorp warship. It devastated Diamond Point, as well as several other settlements in nearby systems, before returning to the Stellar Ring. ^^

Hebrides-Class Cruiser–A type of liner developed by McLachlan Spacelines. Though comparatively small, they are capable of carrying multiple vessels. ^^

Hermes-Class Courier–A small, fast ship design manufactured by Solar X of Tendril. While it's incapable of interstellar travel, it is more than capable of ferrying passengers and cargo between planets in a system. (pp 90-91, AEG) ^^

Hero-Class Cruiser–A class of cruiser used by the Thuldan Empire. The Diomedes is one such vessel. ^^

Hope–A Leodal States colony ship, and the vessel that brought the first settlers to Coulomb. ^^

Horizon–An Orlamu trader. It was intercepted by pirates while hauling rhodium out of Oberon. ^^

Hornisse-Class Light Fighter–Deployed by the Externals as scouts and interceptors, these fighter craft are fast, but are lightly-armed and lack stardrives. They are piloted by a single crewman. ^^

Hughes–A Regency battlecruiser, the Hughes was the former flagship of the RIN. (Conflict with another entry mentioned in email. Resolve it.)

Inamorata–A Concord light carrier stationed in the Hammer's Star system. ^^

Innsbruck–A Concord frigate that serves as Mercury Company's primary transport. ^^

Intruder-Class Light Cruiser–The smallest External cruiser class. Intruders are either found accompanying larger vessels, or serving as the flagships of fleets of small craft. ^^

Invader-Class Heavy Cruiser–The largest, strongest class of cruisers fielded by the Exeat, Invaders have heavy armor and powerful weapons. They often act as the flagships of small task forces. ^^

Jacland–A free trader that regularly visited the Tychus system. Its crew took advantage of the Orlamu colonists, offering a few supplies in exchange for rare ore. ^^

Jerrid–A Daring-class military scout that sought refuge at Icewalk. Its crew is wanted in the Tendril system for piracy. (See note under Daring-class corvette, above.)

Justice-Class Destroyer–A class of Thuldan destroyer. ^^

Kepler–A Concord survey cruiser that conducted several missions in the Verge. ^^

Kiku–A Solar fortress ship that doubles as the Sunlord's command ship during times of war. It was built during the first wave of fortress ship construction. ^^

Klick Attack Ship–The primary class of vessels used by the klicks at Hammer's Star. (pp 219, SDCS, insert, KC) ^^

Klick Scout Ship–A type of light craft used by the klicks on scouting missions. Though small, they are drive-capable. (pp 23, OB, pp 16, RS) ^^

Kordova–A Concord fortress ship. It visits Tendril every four months. ^^

Korrch–A Tyrant-class battleship commanded by Ythapsol Lyphaz. It has been assigned to hunt for Triilaari in the Khiir Cluster. ^^

Kupfer–A Thuldan Steel-class destroyer. It is part of the Thuldan Vanguard Task Force, and was responsible for the destruction of the Labor of Hercules. ^^

Kurtalan–An Orlamu colony ship, it delivered the first colonists to Yellow Sky. It disappeared on its way back to the Stellar Ring. ^^

Lamprey–A Vendetta-class marauder operated by Thomas Kind's pirates. ^^

Lander Blue–A troop lander from Stormbird. It retrieved the remains of Witzko's Recon Platoon after they were attacked at a cave mouth. ^^

Lander Green Four–A troop lander carried aboard Stormbird. It was knocked free during a battle with klick vessels. ^^

Lanza-Class Carrier–The most common type of External carrier. The Lanza is larger than the Saeta, carrying eighty fighters. It also has a heavier weapon complement. ^^

Lethe–A sifarv fortress ship, one of four accompanying the Exeat. It is the flagship of the Third Armada, and was assigned to sever the link between the Verge and Old Space. ^^

Lightbringer–An Orlamu-built research vessel, the Lightbringer's crew explored Hammer's Star. Ultimately, the ship was destroyed while surveying the Pit. ^^

Lighthouse of Faith–This mobile space station was built by the Orlamu Theocracy, and destroyed by the Solars. After the war, it was donated to the Concord, which refurbished it and sent it to the Verge, where it serves as a center of commerce and diplomacy. Unbeknownst to all but its engineers, Michael Thayne and the Orlamu priesthood, the Lighthouse is capable of acting as a superweapon, firing its stardrive like a bullet from a charge gun. ^^

Lightning-Class Destroyer–A class of Thuldan destroyer. ^^

Lightship–A type of remotely-operated system-ship manufactured by the mechalus. Lightships use solar sails for propulsion, and are common in mechalus space. ^^

Liquid–An aging cruiser owing alliegance to the government of Torpoint. It goes on regular patrols of other Dreth settlements, and has reportedly engaged phantom ships. ^^

Little Rock–A Solar ship that was attacked by the Radiant Pirates while patrolling Lucullus' Arch. ^^

LKA 444–A Vanguard-class assault ship operated by VoidCorp. It attacked Starstation Aurora. (pp 33, CV)

Longshot–Helm Ragnarsson's heavily-armed tradesman.

Lu Harred Kal–A Wanderer city-ship, and the original home of Ta Shaa Ta.

Lucre-Class Escort–A variety of escort manufactured by Ion Productions of Tendril. Some have fallen into pirate hands, and four travel with the Lighthouse. (pp 106, SDCS)

Manticore–The personal shuttle of Commodore Pfender, formerly a Pestilence-class cutter. (pp 104, SC)

Marathon–An Orion survey ship. It first explored the Aegis system.

Marshall–A Thuldan Justice-class destroyer, it is part of the Vanguard Task Force.

Marshal Ngombe–A Concord dreadnought, assigned to keep peace in the Verge.

Matador–A StarMech freighter that was attacked and scuttled, then left in a decaying orbit around Werth. The Collective is offering 100,000 Concord dollars for information regarding the parties involved in the ship's destruction.

Merchanter-Class Transport–A class of transport used by VoidCorp.

Meteor-Class Aerospace Fighter–A class of fighter used by the Concord. The Vition carries twenty of them in its hangar bay.

Mirage One–The larger of two Wanderer city-ships in the Verge at the time of the External invasion. It has since disappeared, leaving some of the general public to believe that it has sided with the Exeat.

Mirage Two–A Wanderer city-ship. It was present in the Verge at the time of the Exeat invasion, and has since remained at the edge of the Aegis system.

Miranda–An Orion colony ship, it transported the first colonists to Bluefall.

Mon Ami–A vessel docked at Icewalk.

Monarch–A carrier in the Verge Alliance Second Battle Group. It aided the destruction of the Acheron at Ignatius.

Monitor–The Concord fortress ship that reestablished contact with the Verge in 2497. It visits the region every four months.

Nabulas–An Orlamu survey craft sent to re-survey the Tychus system after contact was regained with the Verge. It discovered the Orlamu colony on Yellow Sky.

Nardo-Class Short-Range Fighter–A class of low-endurance fighter craft used by the Galactic Concord. The Lighthouse carries twelve of them.

Nestor–A Galvinite cruiser sent to hunt down the Relentless. It was destroyed by its quarry during an engagement in the Crow system.

New Hope–Formerly known as Fortress Ship 6 (VCM BA00006), the New Hope is one of Insight's fortress ships. It was built during the first wave of fortress ship construction.

Nightbird–A freighter owned and operated by Lila Artemis. One of its escape pods was specially modified to smuggle sesheyan refugees.

Nike-Class Gunboat–These durable craft are found in the defensive fleets of many systems. They are incapable of interstellar travel, are generally employed by the Calefir family itself. (pp 91-92, AEG)

Nomad–Originally constructed as a trader and escort by the Orion League, this vessel was nearly destroyed by a pirate raider. It was refitted as an exploratory vessel and donated to the Concord Survey Service. (pp 15-16, ACSR)

Oneagle–A fortress ship that serves as the headquarters of the Rigunmor government. Its stardrive is rumored to have a 60 light-year range.

Osprey–A Galvinite trader sent to deliver a team of operatives to Ares 22. (pp 33, LW)

Pato-Class Troop Shuttle–These lightly armed transports are deployed by the Externals, and used en masse in landings. A Pato transport is capable of carrying a single platoon and its gear, or several ground vehicles.

Patriarch–A carrier. It is part of the Verge Alliance's Second Battle Group, and participated in the battle at Ignatius.

PC71–A VoidCorp luxury yacht equipped with highly advanced sensors. It's nicknamed the Talon.

Peacekeeper–A Concord dreadnought. It recently made a patrol run through Lucullus, and detected ships hiding within Lucullus' Arch.

People's Justice–A Nariac fortress ship.

Peregrine–A freighter owned by Pyotr Sokolov. Its serial number is SGL3007898, and it possessed a dedicated AI unit. The ship's memory core was wiped during a confrontation with HelixTech, and it was since claimed by the company.

Pestilence-Class Cutter–A well-armed class of cutter designed by the Thuldans. They are slowly being phased out of service.

Philadelphia–A battleship in the Verge Alliance's Second Battle Group. It was damaged during the Battle of Ignatius, and was undergoing repairs in Tendril when it was caught up in the battle there. It became the acting flagship of the Third Battle Group as its original flagships were destroyed.

Philosopher's Stone–A Borealin tourist liner that visited the Verge.

Phlegethon–One of four sifarv fortress ships accompanying the Exeat. It is the flagship of the Fourth Armada, and was recently refitted to incorporate a powerful tachyon cannon into its armament.

Pirsk–An Aleerin lightship. It was the site of the Rigunmor Star Consortium's first contact with the mechalus, and the subsequent negotiations.

Pittsburgh–A human battleship. It is a part of the Verge Alliance's Second Battle Group, and helped destroy the Acheron at Ignatius.

Poniard–A Concord Star Force corvette stationed in Hammer's Star. While patrolling near Arist, it encountered a klick vessel that vanished from its sensors.

Positive Revenue–A VoidCorp corvette stationed near Hux.

Poulton–A Concord cruiser that visited the Dewi system.

Princeton–A carrier in the Verge Alliance Third Battle Group. It participated in the Battle of Tendril.

Prominence–A Concord cutter, originally tasked with taking Administrator DuPree to Cambria. It was destroyed by the medurr shortly after it arrived there.

Questar–Nicknamed the Quest, this tramp freighter is owned and operated by Smilin' Jack.

Ranger–A ULS vessel.

Raptor-Class Light Fighter–Designed and built by the sifarv, these single-pilot fighters are fast, well-armed and extremely maneuverable.

Raptor-Class Fighter (Interceptors? Called such on pp 307, ToM)–A kind of fighter craft employed by VoidCorp.

Ray-Class Assault Escort(*)–A type of light escort craft used by the Externals. It relies on an armament consisting of energy weapons, and is the most common type of escort.

Relentless–An Alitarin battlecruiser that recently broke out of a construction yard. The Relentless' goal is to inflict casualties among the Galvinites' shipping forces.

Reload Time–A Thuldan escort assigned to diplomatic duty in the Vieron system. It was destroyed by an External fleet while attempting to make contact with it.

Repulse–A Concord fortress ship. It deployed Omega Station in orbit around Nike.

Revealer–A Concord dreadnought assigned to keep peace in the Verge. It is part of Stormbird's task force, and is commanded by Admiral Skorbo. It first served in the Second Galactic War.

Reverence–An Orlamu transport carrying penitents to Hymn. (pp 30, POD)

Riddare-Class Light Destroyer(*)–These External vessels typically operate in groups, using numbers to compensate for their relatively weak firepower. They are excellent commerce hunters.

Rigunmor Space Probe–A variety of system defense probe manufactured by the Rigunmors before GWII. A number of upgraded probes have been deployed in the Oberon system to keep free traders out. (pp 6-7, POD)

Ringbearer–A spherical liner owned by McLachlan Spacelines. It makes regular trips to the major systems of the Verge.

Robot Fighter, Type I–A semi-autonomous fighter craft controlled by a pseudo-AI system. Ares 22 carries 24 of them. (pp 19, LW)

Roland–This Austrin-Ontis scout logged a claim for Galvin in the Algemron system.

Säbel–A Thuldan Broadsword-class cruiser, and one of the ships in its Vanguard Task Force.

Sabrecat–This vessel was owned by Marcus Barret, until his capture. Pete Sokolov obtained its IFF, and uses it as Peregrine's Sierra-Two alternate identity. Its serial number is RSV8183587.

Saeta-Class Light Carrier–The lightest class of carrier employed by the Externals. It carries some forty fighters in addition to pilots and support crew.

Sanctuary–The dreadnought flagship of the Regency Stellar Navy. It was built by StarMech.

Seishimi–An independent freighter owned by Marcus Corge. (pp 12, RS)

Serendipity–A trader chartered by TXI. It was originally scheduled to transport the Radlevich expedition to storm, but was impounded by the Lison authorities after contraband rhodium was discovered onboard.

The Shanath–An External vessel (battleship? Eagle? Falcon?) and the command ship of Ythapsol Maree.

Shark-Class Fleet Escort–Rarer but more powerful than the Skate or Ray, the Shark-class escort is armed with missiles and other projectile weapons and used by the Externals.

The Ship–A temporary name for an unusual alien vessel that was discovered near Aleer, and its accompanying intelligence. It crash-landed on Spes while escaping from the Negationists.

Shiva–An Orlamu fortress ship that was gutted during the Battle of Songham. It was converted into an outpost and tourist attraction and renamed the SS Karma.

Shrike–A Sparrow-class scout in service to the Concord Survey Service. It was sent to the Hammer's Star system ahead of the Monitor's fleet to determine the status of the Borealin colony. (pp FC, 7, RS)

Shuttle 198–A Concord space-to-ground shuttle.

Sirocco–A Buckley-class trader. It was a pirate raider before being captured and refitted by Captain Beighur. It is employed when he wishes to act covertly. (pp 145, SDCS)

Skate-Class Escort–This class of External escort relies on a combination of projectile and energy weapons. It is equally effective against ground forces and other spacecraft.

Slinger-Class Scout–A type of small scout craft manufactured by Ion Productions.

Sojurn-Class Trader–A class of trader used throughout the Verge. (pp 45, POD, pp 23, CV)

Soldat-Class Fleet Destroyer(*)–Heavier than the Riddare, destroyers of this class commonly operate alone, blockading civilian installations and exploring frontier space.

Sparrow-Class Scout–A class of scout.

Starfarer–This independent scout discovered star pods inside the Lightning Nebula.

Starliner–A class of civilian vessel designed to ferry passengers from system to system in comfort and style.

Starrunner-Class Corvette–A class of corvette.

Star Traveler–A passenger liner owned and operated by Concord Starlines.

Steel-Class Destroyer–A class of Thuldan destroyer.

STG Shuttle–A type of shuttle used to ferry passengers from orbit to Lison's surface. (pp 42, POD)

Stingray–A Concord Manta-class cutter that served with distinction in the Rigunmor-Borealin border conflicts. Currently stationed in Corrivale. (pp 118, SDCS)

Storm Delay–A merchant freighter. It escaped the Vieron system before the kroath took over Corazón. It alerted the Thuldans and Concord to the system's invasion.

Stormbird–A Concord Fortinbras-class transport, and the first of its class to appear in the Verge. It serves as a transport for the Third Battalion of the 26th Regiment.

Stormfront–A carrier assigned to the Verge Alliance's Third Battle Group. It participated in the Battle of Tendril.

Strong Wind–A ULS freighter. It was attacked by pirates while travelling between Hux and Lison, and was saved by VoidCorp vessels.

Styx–One of four sifarv-built fortress ships accompanying the Exeat fleet, and the flagship of the First Armada. It was badly damaged by Admiral Raastad's kamikaze attack.

Sunhawk–Formerly an FSA cruiser, the Sunhawk was a notorious commerce raider. It was eventually hunted down by the Regency Stellar Navy and destroyed in the Rinstoke system. Its hulk is still intact, and its cargo is said to be secreted amongst Caina's moons.

Sunrise-Class System Defense Craft–A class of system defense craft currently being designed by Ion Productions.

Suritane–A Nariac survey vessel bound for Vieron.

Sword of Orion–An Orion battlecruiser. It was one of the ships that took part in the Flight from Ericis.

Tamurlane–A Galvinite cruiser sent to hunt down the Relentless. It was driven off by the battlecruiser during an engagement in the Crow system.

Tang–Formally designated CSV 1197, the Tang was a Concord attack craft stationed in Algemron. It was gutted by an unknown ship while chasing a smuggler, and was found drifting near Wreathe.

Targe-Class System Defense Boat–A type of system defense craft manufactured by Thorn Industries. (pp 53, SC)

Tauran Vortana–A false IFF signature used by Bushwhacker to fool the Concord expedition at Lilith.

TDK Shuttle–A class of small shuttlecraft commonly found in civilized space. They are used exclusively by the TDK Shuttle Service.

Tempestad–A Thuldan Lightning-class destroyer. It is part of the task force at Lhop.

Tender Dawn–A Concord dreadnought assigned to keep peace in the Verge.

Therise–A freighter owned by an independent investment group. It was detained by the Concord for smuggling, but it crashed onto Palshizon's surface while its crew was being questioned.

Thunderer–An Orion battlecruiser. It was part of the armada that took part in the Flight from Ericis, and was originally one of the two flagships of Operation Homecoming.

Tomorrow's Flower–A commercial liner that also smuggles sesheyans from Tendril to Dewi.

Total Commitment–A Thuldan light cruiser. It self-destructed during a battle with an External cruiser in the Vieron system.

Tranda–An Exeat battlecruiser stationed in Vieron to reinforce the kroath there. It is Apsol Ptarue's command ship.

Trinity-Class Trader–A class of escort designed to carry cargo while defending other, more vulnerable ships. It was designed by the Orion League.

Triumphant–An Orion dreadnought. It was originally assigned to Aegis, but returned to the Stellar Ring during the Second Galactic War, and participated in the Battle of Kendai.

Troop Lander–A small craft designed to carry Concord Marines to the ground from orbit. Stormbird carries a number of them.

Twelve Clutch–A t'sa science vessel that disappeared while participating in a stardrive test. It was taken over by the I'krl during its submergence in drivespace, and has reappeared in the system several times as a “ghost ship”. Its captain was attempting to see if any sentient beings lived in drivespace.

Tyrant-Class Battleship–One of the deadliest craft in the External fleet, the Tyrant-class battleship is durable, maneuverable and very heavily armed.

Ulysses–The first human ship to use mass reactor technology, the Ulysses made a grand tour of the Sol system.

The Untouchable–A heavily-armed, frigate-sized freighter that serves as the base of operations for Selena Lucino of the Mob.

Valiant–An Orion vessel. Admiral Christopher originally sent it to patrol the Verge, but reassigned it to the Stellar Ring.

Vanguard-Class Assault Ship–A class of ship.

Van Slyke–A Thuldan Admiral-class cruiser. It is part of the Vanguard Task Force.

VCM BC25251 (Poison)–A VoidCorp battlecruiser. Though officially on patrol in Open Space, it has been sighted in Corrivale several times.

VCM CA43532 (Positive Negotiator)–A VoidCorp heavy cruiser on patrol in the Verge.

VCM CL13532 (Good Friend)–A VoidCorp light cruiser on patrol in the Verge.

VCM CV13532 (Peaceful Delivery)–A VoidCorp fleet carrier on patrol in the Verge.

VCM Endgame–A VoidCorp scout equipped with advanced sensor equipment. It was attacked by the Amsterdam after intruding in the Karppolla system.

VCM FF78332 (Economist)–A VoidCorp frigate, it first surveyed the Karnath system.

VCM PZ538203 (Dark Cloud) A VoidCorp bulk freighter on duty in the Verge.

VCT DD964325 (Feather)–A VoidCorp destroyer on patrol in the Verge.

VCT DE46433 (Solarstorm)–A VoidCorp corvette currently patrolling the Verge.

VCT FF95023 (Lost Shipment)–A VoidCorp frigate stationed in Eldala. It is conducting survey operations on Tavkath.

VCT LKA859434 (Ironfree)–A VoidCorp assault ship on patrol in the Verge.

VCT Nimbus–A Sojurn-class trader. It is disguised as a Rigunmor vessel. (pp 45, POD)

VCT PM53425 (Labor of Hercules)–A VoidCorp medium freighter. It was attacked and destroyed by the Kupfer after failing to answer its hail.

VCT PM65266 (Seriad)–A VoidCorp medium freighter on duty in the Verge.

VCT PZ80563 (Formorian)–A VoidCorp bulk freighter on duty in the Verge.

Vendetta-Class Marauder–A class of attack craft used by the pirates of the Oberon system. (pp 28, POD)

Venture Star–A freighter owned by a private investment group. It was detained by the Concord after a patrol discovered illegal weapons aboard it.

Viceroy–A battlecruiser in the Verge Alliance's Second Battle Group. It was the first ship to be destroyed by the Phlegethon's tachyon gun at the Battle of Aegis.

Victoria–An Orion colony ship, it transported the first colonists to Bluefall.

Viento–A Thuldan Lightning-class destroyer, it is part of the Vanguard Task Force.

Vigilant–A frigate in the ULS stellar navy, and the flagship of the force sent to intercept the Eclipse.

Vigor–A Concord cutter assigned to Stormbird's squadron. It helped Damion Witzko's Marines comb through the wreckage of an External ship, and was destroyed in an engagement with the klicks after that.

Violator-Class Cruiser–These External cruisers are heavily armed and armored, but retain much of a light cruiser's maneuverability. They are typically found in the escort fleets of large vessels.

Vindication–A battlecruiser owing fealty to the government of Alaundril. It was originally planned to be one of the two flagships of Operation Homecoming.

Vition–A Concord Academy-class dreadnought currently stationed in the Hammer's Star system. It is the flagship of the primary defensive fleet there.

VoidCorp Survey Cruiser 547–A survey vessel. It retrieved an escape pod from the Unity Gain.

VoidCorp Mining Vessel 757 (Unity Gain)–A VoidCorp mining vessel that was reported destroyed while surveying the area beyond the Lightning Nebula. Its crew started to contract a strange mental disorder.

Voulge–A Vendetta-class assault craft operated by Rajak Jharl of Thomas Kind's pirates.

Voyageur–A fortress ship owned by the Rigunmor Star Consortium. It was built during the first wave of fortress ship construction.

Warhulk–A class of ship designed by StarMech during the Second Galactic War. Warhulks are heavily automated ships run by AI systems, and are designed to be more or less independent.

Watson's Folly–An independent tradeship owned and captained by Garron Terhune.

Wespe-Class Fighter–Larger and slower than the Hornisse, these two-man fighters have no stardrives, but possess heavier weapons and enhanced life-support capability.

Wolfling–A vessel docked at Icewalk.

Zapata–A free trader owned by Fernando Villalobos.

Zekip's Hope–An independent freighter that was sabotaged and destroyed by the Mob.

Cutter–A class of small, light spacecraft usually used for system patrol.

Dreadnought–One of the largest ship classes ever built, a dreadnought is a strictly military vessel over 500 meters long. Dreadnoughts are heavily armed, and are sometimes found as the flagships of task forces.

Driveship–A term for any ship equipped with a stardrive.

Spaceship–A spaceworthy vessel designed for in-system travel.

Starship–A ship capable of interstellar travel, usually using a stardrive.

Berthing Compartment Alpha–A berthing compartment aboard Kendai Station.

Berthing Compartment Beta–A berthing compartment aboard Kendai Station.

Berthing Compartment Gamma–A berthing compartment aboard Kendai Station.

Blue Chamber–The drivesat relay housing Kemal, an AI. It was formerly known as Verge Relay 2.

Darkhold–A space station in orbit around a large asteroid in the Cyra Belt. It's home to a variety of seedy entertainment venues, but is losing ground to StarMech. Of late, it's been jamming the sensors of vessels that try and mine the Belt. StarMech offered to buy it for four billion Concord dollars.

Defender-Class Heavy Monitor–The largest class of External monitor. Defender battle stations are exclusively military in nature, with complements of fighters, heavy weapons and durable armor.

Defense Net–A complex system of remotely operated orbital defense stations protecting Galvin. They are armed with a variety of weapons, including nuclear missiles, infrared lasers and particle cannons.

Drivesats 1-5–A series of drivesats aboard the Kendai Relay. They were infected by the Geneva Virus. Drivesat 1 delivered the first messages from the Verge, including Silver Bell's distress call.

Far-Out Drones–A far-flung network of Concord recon drones positioned in the Hammer's Star system.

Frame 167B–An incomplete section of Omega Station. A group of klicks tried to sabotage it with explosives.

Goliath–A gas mining station in Sperous' upper atmosphere. It relies on induction engines and gas bags to keep aloft. Its crew is relatively small, and has a high turnover rate.

Guardian-Class Light Monitor–The lightest class of External monitor. These small space stations are lightly-armed, and are usually used as centers of scientific research or commerce.

Hermit–An automated science facility owned by the Regency. It is located at Avob, and monitors Redcrown's weather patterns and electromagnetic field. (Orbital station or land-bound base? I don't think that the SGA mentions which.)

Highport–A seedy space station in high polar orbit around Penates. Owned by the Free Trade Guild, it was originally an orbital defense station.

Junior–An instrument package attached to the Hermit scientific facility. It monitors Redcrown's rings.

Kendai Relay Station–A large, spherical drivesat station in the same orbit as the planet Gobi in the Kendai system. It was destroyed during the Second Galactic War, but was reconstructed afterwards. VoidCorp attempted to sabotage it. (FC, BS)

Melas Station–A Concord space station and listening post in Bluefall orbit.

Mindara Station–A space station orbiting Mindara. It was the site of an uprising during the Lison rebellion, and is rumored to be haunted. The klicks have set up a base there, and are using the ghost stories to scare off visitors.

Monitor–A generic term for a space station lacking a stardrive and system engines.

Nectaris Orbital Station–In orbit around Bluefall, Nectaris is the clearinghouse for anyone entering the Aegis system. It's also home to CCC offices and the system's drivesat.

Nova Station–A large space station in orbit around Atlas. It's home to Tendril's drivesat communications array, as well as maintainance facilities. An unknown, hostile xenoform killed several ambassadors there in 2500.

Omega Station–Only fifteen (20?) percent complete as of 2501, Omega Station is the Concord's base in Corrivale. It orbits Nike, a moon of the gas giant Lecterion. In addition to its military facilities, it's rumored to be home to more classified operations as well.

Orbital Blast-Mining Facility 278N–A VoidCorp drill-beam platform in orbit around Hux.

Outpost T-38–A small mining outpost located near Darkhold in Tendril's Cyra Belt. Maria Williamson conducts meetings with Nariac representatives there.

Platon Station–A space station under construction by the Concord. It was supposed to orbit Platon, but has been moved to an undisclosed location.

Protector-Class Monitor–An External monitor of medium strength. They are well armed and armored, and are almost always used for military purposes.

Solar X Shipyards–A series of orbital shipyards orbiting Alaundril. They are owned by Solar X, and manufacture small spacecraft.

Starstation Aurora (Aurora Station?)–An Insight-owned installation in orbit around Walin III. It extracts water vapor from the planet's upper atmosphere, and was recently attacked by VoidCorp. (pp 28, 36-39, CV)

Thorn 1–The largest of the assembly lines in Thorn Shipyards, capable of manufacturing vessels of cruiser class.

Thorn 3–The smallest assembly line in Thorn, it manufactures small craft.

Thorn 2–This Thorn assembly line manufactures bulk freighters and other medium vessels.

Thorn Shipyards–Located in the Focault Belt, these shipyards have only opened recently. They are divided into four main sections, including three assembly lines and an office complex.

Vallis Station–Originally built by the Borealins to house the system's drive relay, Vallis Station now plays host to a branch of the CCC and a repair yard. Newcomers to Hammer's Star are directed here. The station itself orbits Spes.

VCT SO850265 (Watcher) A VoidCorp space station in orbit around Hydrocus.

Verge Relays 5-3, 1–The drivesat relays spanning the 270 light-year distance from Tendril to Kendai.

VoidCorp Mining Platform VA-10391–A VoidCorp gas mine located near Redcrown's pole. It also contains a n'sss research facility and an External communications system.

Vortex–An aging, cantankerous space elevator that transfers passengers and cargo from Goliath station to upper Sperous orbit. Most of its cargo makes it to orbit intact.

Adler's Pride–The private yacht of Dr. Artemus Vych.

Agamemnon–A Thuldan submarine. It was spotted in the area of some anomalous seismic activity.

Aircab–A skycar that serves as a taxi cab.

Broadsword–These heavy mobile fortresses are used by the Exeat, and have no human analogue. They have over ten turrets, including two main guns.

Buoy A712–The site of the wreck of the Adler's Pride.

Comar Intercept–A variety of light gravski manufactured by Comar Crafts for the REC.

Comar S-3–A make of skiff manufactured by Comar Crafts.

Comar SX-1–Manufactured by Comar Crafts, these light patrol craft are used to keep the peace in Regency waters.

Comar Y-9–A model of light luxury gravyacht, made by Comar Crafts.

Comar YA-6–A heavier gravyacht manufactured by Beford-Oalin. They are only available via government contracts, as they come standard with heavy defenses.

Condor–A make of skycar manufactured by Solar X. It is built for high-endurance, and includes navigation systems and a fully sealed cockpit. (pp 86, AEG)

Crawler–A caterpillar-like vehicle used to transport miners and gear though the tunnels of Lison. (pp 37, POD)

Crawler Alpha–A crawler operated by the ULS.

Cutlass–Bulky and unmaneuverable, this heavy External hovertank has thick armor and a powerful main gun. Some Cutlasses are even equipped with anti-air weaponry.

Destroyer–The personal yacht of Mary Kytola.

Falcon–A make of skycycle manufactured by Solar X. (pp 87, AEG)

Flamberge–A heavy External mobile fortress.

Gladius–A class of small, agile light tank employed by the Exeat's ground forces. They are usually equipped with blacklasers or cluster rockets.

Glory–A Regency submarine. Its crew made first contact with the deepfallen.

Greatsword–A class of heavy mobile fortress used by the Externals' ground forces.

Grizzly–A make of durable ATV manufactured by Solar X. It contains a number of useful features, including fold-out sleeping spaces, a multiband communicator and a winch. (pp 85, AEG)

Groundcar–A generic term for a small wheeled vehicle.

Ground-Hugger–A hovering vehicle with a very low flight ceiling.

The Hot Nose–A Mark XIX mole that was originally used by Tribon's first miner colonists. It was retired after the Lison Revolt, and turned into a bar by an enterprising entrepreneur.

Icewalk–A mobile fortress on Dioscuri, and Devriele Shanassin's base of operations.

Invader–A make of all-terrain groundcycle manufactured by Solar X. (pp 87, AEG)

Jenny–A Surveyor King ATV owned and operated by Martin Kile.

Klick Borer–A type of heavy vehicle used by the klicks in the caverns under Arist. It is equipped with a heavy blacklaser drill.

Longsword–A class of heavy mobile fortress used by the Externals.

Mako-class scout submersible–A small submarine scout craft.

Manta–A small jet-propulsion unit designed to carry a single passenger underwater.

Mark XIX Mole–A type of burrowing vehicle used by Lison's original colonists. All units of the make have since been retired, due to safety issues.

Rehjib–This model of skisail has an active motor and aluminum sails. It is rather popular with Bluefall's youth.

Sabre–A main battle tank used by the Exeat's armored forces. It is a well-balanced assault craft, mounting a primary gun and two secondary weapons.

Sea Lion–This heavy, armed gravski model is manufactured by Bedford-Oalin for the REC.

Skycar–A hovering induction-engine-equipped vehicle designed to carry more than one passenger. They're also known as aircars.

Skybike–A light, one or two-person vehicle, also known as a skycycle. It uses an induction engine to hover some distance above the ground.

Sparrow–A make of gravbelt manufactured by Solar X. It senses the movements of its user's limbs during flight, and adjusts its course accordingly. (pp 87, AEG)

Spinnaker–A type of unpowered glider manufactured by Solar X.

Stiletto–A light External armored personnel carrier, capable of carrying a single squad. It mounts a single heavy weapon, and is lightly armored.

Striker–The first submarine in the Thuldan Empire's deepwater navy.

Subrail–A type of mass transit system used on Penates.

Surveyor King–A type of large, battery-powered groundcar ATV built for extended periods of travel in hostile environments.

Thuldan Mini-Sub–A small submarine employed by the Thuldan Empire. (pp 85, SGA)

Tubecar–A type of mass transit system used in Tribon. It consists of numerous small car-pods capable of seating several people apiece. (“Tube train” mentioned on pp 103, ToM. Different?)

ULS Skycar–A model of skycar sedan used by ULS government officials. (pp 37, POD)