Players have access to their own personal spacecraft called the Starhawk Special Operations Transport. These mobile operations facilities are fast and capable interstellar transports equipped with several amenities and stations a
Lightkeepers would need to complete their missions.
While Starhawks are not designed for offensive capabilities, they are equipped with a jump drive to travel vast distances extremely quickly.
The ship has a unique AI built in named
Meridian that will assist the players with anything they need while onboard. Upgrades to the ship can be installed by visiting the
Veritas hanger and speaking to
Shipwright Nova.
Players always load into the Starhawk upon
Extraction. From here, they are able to interact with any of the ship's stations.
Cockpit
Starhawks have traditional cockpits for piloting and evasive maneuvers, however they are usually controlled by their onboard AI after selecting a destination from the Star Chart. The cockpit is a single seat with a control console that includes a multitude of buttons, switches, and holographic displays.
Star Chart
In the center of the ship is the Star Chat, a large holographic display that allows the Lightkeeper to navigate through the vast reaches of space. It provides a visual representation of planets and their individual locations, jump sites, and waypoints, enabling Lightkeepers to select destinations for their missions.
Research Center
The Research Center is a dedicated area where Lightkeepers can upgrade their ship's systems as well as their personal
Skills. This terminal is used to develop additions to the Starhawk, unlock gear enhancements, and customize
Ability configurations.
Communications Terminal
The Ccommunications Terminal provides a direct line of contact to key
Allies and
Factions, allowing Lightkeepers to receive mission briefings, gather intel, and receive updates from NPCs.
Bounty Board
The Bounty Board displays a variety of limited time
Bounties and
Contracts available, ranging from intelligence gathering and reconnaissance to combat and rescue operations.
Deployment Bay
Located towards the rear of the ship, the Deployment Bay stores an
Injection Pod that allows the Lightkeeper to deploy into
Missions and
Open Sectors as well as a retrieval point for safe return to the Starhawk after
Extraction.
Shard Forge
A unique feature of Starhawks, the Shard Forge is a specially designed
Currency generator that is capable of converting fuel into Carbon Shards over time. This automated system provides a passive income stream, allowing players to accumulate resources even when not actively engaged in
Activities.
Crafting Station
The Crafting Station provides the necessary tools and equipment for players to
craft gear, weapons, and other essential items. It offers a wide range of manufacturing options by supplying the right resources.
Armory Workbench
The Armory Workbench allows users to modify and fine-tune their equipment. It provides access to an array of gear enhancement options to optimize
Loadouts by attaching different
Mods and attachments to their gear.
Armory Access
The Armory is a remote storage area where players can access and manage their stored items and gear. It serves as a secure repository for weapons, armor, and other items acquired throughout their travels. The total size of this space can be upgraded through gameplay or via
The Emporium.
Med Station
The Med Station provides essential medical services in case of injury. This area is equipped with automated healing systems to tend to the physical wellbeing of Lightkeepers.
Resupply Hub
The Resupply Hub can be enabled to acquire materials and resources needed for missions directly from
AEGIS. It offers a wide selection of
Gear, Items, & Loot, including ammunition, medical supplies, utility tools, and other necessary provisions to support the Lightkeeper's operations.
Decryption Center
The Decryption Center provides a means to analyze
encrypted items. Its scanning technology and decryption algorithms can unlock the hidden potential and reveal the true nature of unidentified items and allow for their use.
Compression Chamber
The Compression Chamber is a specialized cell where players can reallocate their
Attribute points to fine-tune their
Skills and
Abilities.
Spike
As a playful touch, the Starhawk includes a small enclosed space that serves as a resting spot for a friendly feline companion. Interacting with the creature indicates it is a domestic house cat named Spike; a rarity in this age.
