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| {{separate continuity|universe=TOS|cont=Richard Hatch continuation|lcont=:Category:Books (Richard Hatch)}} | | {{separate continuity|universe=TOS|cont=Battlestar Galactica: The Second Coming}} |
| [[File:Scarlet Viper model.jpg|thumb|An actual model of the Scarlet Viper built by Steve Parady.]]
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| The '''Scarlet Viper''', also known as the '''Scarlet-class Viper''', is an advanced {{TOS-RH|Colonial Viper}} introduced in {{TOS-RH|7360}}. Built aboard the forge ship ''{{TOS-RH|Hephaestus}}'', the Scarlet Viper represents a significant technological advancement over both the original {{TOS|Viper}} design and the intermediate {{TOS-RH|Azure-class Viper}}<ref name="STG240">{{cite book/RH|1|240}}</ref>.
| | [[Image:Scarlet Viper model.jpg|thumb|An actual model of the Scarlet Viper built by Steve Parady.]] |
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| == Design and Development ==
| | In creating his mock trailer for his [[continuation]] project, ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Second Coming]]'', [[Original Series]] actor [[Richard Hatch]] created an upgraded [[Viper]] for the project, known as the '''Scarlet Viper''' or the Scarlet-class Viper. |
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| Following the Fleet's discovery of a rich planetoid in {{TOS-RH|7352}}, the Colonials gained access to mineral resources needed to build new Vipers and repair existing ships<ref name="STG81">{{cite book/RH|1|81}}</ref>. An old freighter was retrofitted and re-christened ''Hephaestus'', becoming one of the Fleet's most valued ships. Most older Vipers were laboriously rebuilt using a new [[pulsar]] system that burned cleaner [[tylium]] samples, reducing the risk of [[solium]] leaks<ref name="STG240" />.
| | A CGI artist, Steve Parady, met with Hatch, who was pleased by the conceptual drawing that Parady created. The design for the fighter was inspired by the [[Wikipedia:X-29|X-29 test fighter]]'s swept forward wings. |
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| More than forty Azure-class Vipers were built before the new Scarlet-class model was developed, with the first Scarlet Viper presented to Lieutenant Commander {{TOS-RH|Apollo}}<ref name="STG240" />. A second was earmarked for Captain {{TOS-RH|Starbuck}}, who rejected the new ship in favor of his older Viper<ref name="STG3">{{cite book/RH|1|3}}</ref>.
| | The design was seen in the completed mock trailer. |
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| At least four additional Scarlet Vipers were in the process of being completed prior to a seditionist bombing that derailed their production<ref name="STG114">{{cite book/RH|1|114}}</ref><ref name="STG117">{{cite book/RH|1|117}}</ref>.
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| == Technical Specifications == | | The Scarlet-class Viper, or simply Scarlet Viper, is introduced in Hatch's first novel, "[[Armageddon]]". It is said to be a successor to the [[Viper (RH)|Azure-class Viper]], itself a successor of the original [[Viper (TOS)|Viper]] seen in the Original Series.<ref>{{cite_book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|authorlinkurl=|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden]]|year=1997|title=[[Armaggedon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|pages=pg. 2}}</ref> |
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| === Propulsion === | | The difference between this and the original Viper include a scanner that creates a "laser-constructed three-dimensional image" of destinations<ref>{{cite_book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|authorlinkurl=|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden]]|year=1997|title=[[Armaggedon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|pages=pg. 1}}</ref>, in addition to improved systems and weapons, and even energy shields.<ref name="7">{{cite_book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|authorlinkurl=|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden]]|year=1997|title=[[Armaggedon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|pages=pg. 7}}</ref> However, these energy shields are incapable of handling a direct blast, at least without damaging the Viper, but can "shrug off" tangential blasts.<ref name="7"/> |
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| The Scarlet Viper is equipped with triple pulsar engines that produce blue-white tylium flame<ref name="STG240" />. Unlike earlier Viper classes, the Scarlet-class includes a hover mode capability<ref name="STG187">{{cite book/RH|1|187}}</ref>, allowing for delicate maneuvering and stationary positioning in space or atmosphere.
| | It also contains a computer that recognizes voice input.<ref>{{cite_book|last=Hatch|first=Richard|authorlink=Richard Hatch|authorlinkurl=|coauthors=[[Christopher Golden]]|year=1997|title=[[Armaggedon]]|publisher=Byron Preiss|pages=pg. 5}}</ref> |
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| === Weapons and Defenses ===
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| The Scarlet Viper is armed with turbolasers that can be recalibrated for full power and beam width via voice command<ref name="STG234">{{cite book/RH|1|234}}</ref>. The starfighter is equipped with energy shields capable of deflecting tangential laser blasts, though direct hits can penetrate the shields and damage the Viper<ref name="STG7">{{cite book/RH|1|7}}</ref><ref name="STG234" />.
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| === Avionics and Systems ===
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| The Scarlet Viper features several advanced systems:
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| * '''Scanner Technology''': Creates a "laser-constructed three-dimensional image" of destinations<ref name="STG1">{{cite book/RH|1|1}}</ref>, displayed via [[holo-scanner]] that can show the ship's status and damage in real-time<ref name="STG234" />.
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| * '''Voice-Activated Computer''': Recognizes voice input for commands<ref name="STG5">{{cite book/RH|1|5}}</ref>, likely a successor to [[C.O.R.A.]]
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| * '''Helm Interface''': The pilot's [[helm]] provides an info-scroll with sensor readings, scanner reports, tactical suggestions, and system warnings<ref name="STG233">{{cite book/RH|1|233}}</ref>.
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| * '''Improved Systems''': Enhanced weapons, navigation, and targeting systems compared to earlier models<ref name="STG7" />.
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| === Performance ===
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| The Scarlet-class Viper demonstrates superior maneuverability, capable of achieving one hundred-eighty degree tilts<ref name="STG234" /> and executing precise combat maneuvers at high speeds<ref name="STG241">{{cite book/RH|1|241}}</ref>. The fighter's triple-pulsar configuration provides exceptional acceleration<ref name="STG240" />.
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| == Operational History ==
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| === Initial Deployment ===
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| Apollo receives the first Scarlet Viper in {{TOS-RH|7360}} and uses it for reconnaissance missions, including a fateful journey to the planet {{TOS-RH|Ochoa}} where he searches for the missing Starbuck<ref name="STG3" /><ref name="STG5" />. During this mission, Apollo encounters new Cylon dark [[Raider (TOS)|Raiders]] equipped with [[quantum shift effect]] (QSE) technology, which penetrate his Viper's shields and damage the pulsar and [[gyro-capacitor]] systems<ref name="STG234" />.
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| === Battle Engagements ===
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| Apollo's Scarlet Viper sees extensive combat during the crisis in {{TOS-RH|7360}}, including:
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| * Combat against QSE-equipped Cylon dark Raiders<ref name="STG234" />.
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| * A daring infiltration of a Cylon [[basestar]] using the Viper's hover mode capability<ref name="STG187" />.
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| * Multiple engagements during the [[Battle for the Fleet]], where Apollo and Starbuck coordinate attacks using their respective fighters<ref name="STG241" />.
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| === Notable Incident ===
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| In a climactic moment during the Battle for the Fleet, Apollo appears to sacrifice himself by flying his Scarlet Viper on a collision course with a Cylon basestar's vulnerable core column. The resulting explosion destroys most of the basestar. However, Apollo reveals he had remote-slaved the Viper's systems and packed it with [[solonite]], piloting it remotely while flying a captured Cylon Raider<ref name="STG286">{{cite book/RH|1|286-287}}</ref>.
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| == Behind the Scenes ==
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| In creating his mock trailer for his [[continuation]] project, ''[[Battlestar Galactica: The Second Coming]]'', [[Original Series]] actor [[Richard Hatch]] created an upgraded [[Viper]] for the project. CGI artist Steve Parady met with Hatch, who was pleased by the conceptual drawing that Parady created. The design for the fighter was inspired by the [[Wikipedia:X-29|X-29 test fighter]]'s swept forward wings. The design was seen in the completed mock trailer.
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| == References == | | == References == |
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| {{reflist}}
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| == External Links ==
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| * [http://www.battlestargalactica.com/second/tsc_doc0010.htm Interview with Steve Parady] from BattlestarGalactica.com, which includes captures of the Scarlet Viper from the trailer.
| | ==External Links== |
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| {{Ships (TOS-RH)}}
| | *[http://www.battlestargalactica.com/second/tsc_doc0010.htm Interview with Steve Parady] from BattlestarGalactica.com, which includes captures of the Scarlet Viper from the trailer. |
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