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name R-9DV2 Northern Lights
model mesh/r-9dv2.msh

text R-9DV2 is one of the most specialized models out there. A double-branch from the R-9D series, it omits the photon belt wave cannon for a potent particle chaingun. \n \
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The hull of Northern Lights is dominated by a huge barrel of a Photon Vulcan Wave Cannon. This weapon has a high charge limit and efficiency, being capable of delivering dozens of bullets in a sigle, slightly prolonged blast. Even though the particle shells are slightly slower than most other wave cannons, the power more than makes up for it. Other fighters prefer to engage the DV2 from a distance, but fortunately a robust hull design has allowed for a pair of missile mounts, which help combat targets lurking outside the wave cannon's range. \n \
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The above specification makes R-9DV2 a favorite of those who favor brutal firepower over anything else. This fighter has often been dubbed the tank of the skies. The metaphor goes both ways, though, as the R-9DV2 is a rather sluggish vessel with poor manouverability. Its robustness allows for slightly higher armor values, but the DV2 should usually be accompanied by escort fighters.
