Whats up with the jedi starfighters?

The Jazz Intern · Post by **The Jazz Intern** » 2005-06-07 10:54pm

Okay, the jedi starfighters look cool, and have cool variants, but WHY? The first one

Then Episode III's tie one

And of course, don't forget Annis modified one, which has huge air intakes (it appears) for SPACE!

Does any one else see the stupidity, or have a way to prove My Stupidity?

Noble Ire · Post by **Noble Ire** » 2005-06-07 11:02pm

I believe Anakin's air intakes are for atmospheric flight.

As for all the variations, Oh NO, there are two main line models, one at the bginning of a war, and another in the end. Wow, thats ridiculous. Gee, you never have to change equiptment and strategy when switching from peacekeeping to war.

I like sarcasm, dont I?

The Jazz Intern · Post by **The Jazz Intern** » 2005-06-07 11:06pm

Then why does that jedi fly an old one during the Order 66 sequence?

The Spartan · Post by **The Spartan** » 2005-06-07 11:08pm

The Jazz Intern wrote:Then why does that jedi fly an old one during the Order 66 sequence?

He may have been more comfortable with it. Perhaps it matched better with his flying abilities/style.

We still used the P47 after we introduced the P51... they just served different roles.

Isolder74 · Post by **Isolder74** » 2005-06-07 11:08pm

The Jazz Intern wrote:Then why does that jedi fly an old one during the Order 66 sequence?

It still works doesn't it? maybe he likes that ship?

The Jazz Intern · Post by **The Jazz Intern** » 2005-06-07 11:10pm

Okay. I now see my stupidity.

Admiral Drason · Post by **Admiral Drason** » 2005-06-07 11:12pm

Why did the Empire use Tie Fighters even though the Tie Interceptor was being manufactured? Because of the roles they have in combat.

Anarchist Bunny · Post by **Anarchist Bunny** » 2005-06-07 11:15pm

The Jazz Intern wrote:Then why does that jedi fly an old one during the Order 66 sequence?

I've only saw the movie once and my mind have a habit of making shit up, but wasn't that Anakin's modified?

Old Plympto · Post by **Old Plympto** » 2005-06-07 11:16pm

Anarchist Bunny wrote:I've only saw the movie once and my mind have a habit of making shit up, but wasn't that Anakin's modified?

No that was a regular Delta-7, but with a paint scheme similar to Anakin's modded fighter.

The Jazz Intern · Post by **The Jazz Intern** » 2005-06-07 11:17pm

No probably just a similar paint job.

Admiral Drason · Post by **Admiral Drason** » 2005-06-07 11:17pm

Anarchist Bunny wrote:
The Jazz Intern wrote:Then why does that jedi fly an old one during the Order 66 sequence?

I've only saw the movie once and my mind have a habit of making shit up, but wasn't that Anakin's modified?

Nope it wasent. It was modified from the stock model though because it had wings.

Anarchist Bunny · Post by **Anarchist Bunny** » 2005-06-07 11:21pm

Well, atleast I'm not entirely crazy.

Old Plympto · Post by **Old Plympto** » 2005-06-07 11:26pm

Slightly off topic... Plo Koon's fighter on Cato Neimoidia looked like its wing tips were trailing vapor. Doesn't look like it's possible from the shape of the Delta-7's wings. (Or lateral extremeties, to be precise. Those ain't wings.) Perhaps the vapor is forming off the shape of the particle shields?

Cal Wright · Post by **Cal Wright** » 2005-06-07 11:30pm

Isn't Anakin's modified fighter hyperspace capable? I think that's what the large engines on the front are, but I've never actually seen any specs on it. That was always my assumption since he chased Ventress in it.

Jim Raynor · Post by **Jim Raynor** » 2005-06-07 11:38pm

Admiral Drason wrote:Why did the Empire use Tie Fighters even though the Tie Interceptor was being manufactured? Because of the roles they have in combat.

Actually, according to every source I've seen, the Empire intended to completely replace the TIE/ln with the TIE Interceptor. However, replacements don't happen overnight. New ships take time and resources to build, and troops need to be trained to properly use them. That's another reason why older weapons are still used even though there's something better.

Isolder74 · Post by **Isolder74** » 2005-06-07 11:48pm

Jim Raynor wrote:
Admiral Drason wrote:Why did the Empire use Tie Fighters even though the Tie Interceptor was being manufactured? Because of the roles they have in combat.
Actually, according to every source I've seen, the Empire intended to completely replace the TIE/ln with the TIE Interceptor. However, replacements don't happen overnight. New ships take time and resources to build, and troops need to be trained to properly use them. That's another reason why older weapons are still used even though there's something better.

And the fact that the old equiptment is still thare and still works mean it would be a waste not to use it. eventually the old stuff will be phased out but nothing like that ever happens overnight

Jack Bauer · Post by **Jack Bauer** » 2005-06-07 11:57pm

Cal Wright wrote:Isn't Anakin's modified fighter hyperspace capable? I think that's what the large engines on the front are, but I've never actually seen any specs on it. That was always my assumption since he chased Ventress in it.

My thoughts exactly.

000 · Post by **000** » 2005-06-08 12:00am

Cal Wright wrote:Isn't Anakin's modified fighter hyperspace capable? I think that's what the large engines on the front are, but I've never actually seen any specs on it. That was always my assumption since he chased Ventress in it.

It is, yes, although that's not what the engines are for. They're for increased atmospheric preformance, and possibly because they look cool-- Anakin's known for liking to be flashy and unique.

Cykeisme · Post by **Cykeisme** » 2005-06-08 01:17am

Cal Wright wrote:Isn't Anakin's modified fighter hyperspace capable? I think that's what the large engines on the front are, but I've never actually seen any specs on it. That was always my assumption since he chased Ventress in it.

Hrm, yeah, that's what those large structures on the underside of Anakin's Delta-7 must be.. a hyperdrive unit.

I wonder why the extra mass didn't seem to affect his maneuerability significantly (judging by his maneuvers in the space battle of Muunilist).

Regarding the TIE Interceptor replacing the TIE/In, I can think of other reasons why the older model may be kept.. it probably has lower maintenance requirements due to its simplicity, as well as possibly having a longer operational range since it masses less.

wautd · Post by **wautd** » 2005-06-08 08:06am

Imho: more ships = more toys to sell

VT-16 · Post by **VT-16** » 2005-06-08 09:26am

Imho: more ships = more toys to sell

Of course, and it´s also more realistic. I´ve yet to see a RL military that only uses ONE type of... ...well, anything, really.

Firefox · Post by **Firefox** » 2005-06-08 09:28am

VT-16 wrote:
Imho: more ships = more toys to sell
Of course, and it´s also more realistic. I´ve yet to see a RL military that only uses ONE type of... ...well, anything, really.

So why the hell haven't we seen any V-wing, Theta class shuttle, CIS warships, Juggernauts, AT-APs or other toys? I want mine, damnit!

VT-16 · Post by **VT-16** » 2005-06-08 09:31am

I saw a Lego Juggernaut. Once.

The Jazz Intern · Post by **The Jazz Intern** » 2005-06-09 05:43pm

How about these?

I really like the tie defender one!

Darth Yoshi · Post by **Darth Yoshi** » 2005-06-10 12:18am

*gasp* You have the Action Fleet TIE Defender! I love you!
...
Well, not really. But still, the Action Fleet TIE Defender!

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