The Oblivion

Pre-Takeover
Originally designated as the HMS Fearless, this ship was a destroyer in the Sho-Ken navy.

Takeover
On 12/3/5522 the HMS Fearless was deployed by the Sho-Ken to the Hakala system in order to support the empire's extermination of the local Mowdoc population and resist attacks from the Westphalia Collective. During this deployment it was captured by Ignacio 'Nacho' Libre, Raylith Der Lune, Dorian Nyseth, Polyanimus, Jeppar Kelfor, and several dozen of the latter's combat drones, all of whom were exploring Hakala independent of the Circle or the Westphalia Collective.

Initial insertion into the HMS Fearless was conducted by Polyanimus, who used its esper powers to burrow a large hole from the void of space into the bridge of the vessel. This vacuum exposure quickly killed off the Sho-Ken station in the bridge, allowing the independents to enter and assume control of many of the vessel's critical systems. The crew liquidation protocol of the ship's security forces was activated, resulting in Sho-Ken vs. Sho-Ken firefights occurring throughout the ship, the remnants of which were mopped up by Jeppar's drones. At the conclusion of several hours, the ship had been captured.

Post-Takeover
After aiding the retreat of the remains of a Westphalian offensive in the Hakala system, the newly-dubbed Oblivion retreated to the Westphalia system through the Lysagora system. The destroyer was declared to be independent of both the Circle and the Westphalia collective, instead governed by a group of executives: Dorian Nyseth, Jeppar Kelfor, Raylith Der Lune, and Polyanimus. Of them it was decided that Raylith Der Lune would captain the ship.

Capabilities
As a destroyer-class starship, the Oblivion supports numerous firing platforms and weapon systems. In a larger fleet, such a ship would play an integral role in harassing enemy cruisers and providing firing support for smaller vessels. On her own, she is no less formidable. Six railgun positions form the base of her long-range firing capabilities, along with a single a center-mounted missile launcher. In addition, four high-caliber rotator cannon positions offer medium range protection from fighters and smaller craft. Finally, the Oblivion's flanks are dotted with numerous CIWS chain-gun systems designed for point defense and close-range combat.

Defensively, the Oblivion is equipped with a powerful kinetic dampener and high-density hull plating that make it resistant to most forms of elemental damage.

Internally, the Oblivion houses a cutting-edge electronic warfare suite capable of interfering with enemy systems as well as boosting their own. Her sorium engine is capable of FTL travel, and she can store a maximum of five jumps-worth of sorium at a given time.

The Oblivion houses six hanger bays able to hold small to medium-sized fighters or freighters.

Crew
The Oblivion can support approximately 350 crewmembers, a full crew being roughly 320. Currently, 80 souls call the Oblivion home.

For a list of notable officers, refer to the list below:


 * Chief Navigator: Ravloe Kal Cerfi.
 * Damage Control Chief: Velrax Tojiri
 * Chief Logistics Officer: Ikri Nynel
 * Space Traffic Controller: Leskiver "Kivi" Shu-Tomespill
 * Chief Engineer: Schenell fel-Gaevo Azhlao
 * Chief of Mining Operations: Nubok Kysto
 * Master-At-Arms: Jen Scarif
 * Fire Control Chief: Wammu Breakwax

The Senior Officer corps of the Oblivion is as follows:


 * Captain: Raylith der Lune
 * Staff Commander (XO): Dorian Nyseth
 * Beep Beep Boop Boop Lord: Polyanimus
 * Head of R&D: Jeppar Kelfor
 * Pilot: Dune fel Shai
 * Electronics Consultant: Laurite Pelevar