BB-2 Starfire fighter-bomber

BB-2 Starfire fighter-bomber The BB-2 Starfire fighter-bomber was the main bomber of the Galactic Alliance during the Sith–Imperial War and of the Galactic Alliance Remnant during the subsequent Second Imperial Civil War. It was a sleek, well-armed multipurpose starfighter made by SoroSuub Corporation.

Characteristics
The BB-2 Starfire fighter-bomber was a sleek, gently curved starfighter. Though not as maneuverable as the Galactic Alliance's CF9 Crossfire starfighter, the Starfire's pair of massive engines provided it with the same speed. The engines also provided power to the craft's dual shield generators. The Starfire was crewed by three individuals- the pilot, co-pilot, and gunner. All crew members could operate the weapons, although the pilot usually controlled the forward firing laser cannon. He could fire the missiles and torpedoes, but not as accurately as the co-pilot. The co-pilot could also take control of the forward laser cannon or a turret, but was mainly in charge of the barrage and bombing systems. The gunner could control either turret, or both of them at the same time.

Incredibly well armed, the BB-2 Starfire's primary weapons were multiple warhead launchers. The BB-2's payload included 10 interceptor missiles, multiple proton torpedoes capable of being launched in two massive salvos, and 3 ion bombs. Secondary weapon systems included a pair of forward mounted laser cannons, as well as a dorsal turret on each wing that contained a light laser cannon or small anti-fighter missile launcher.

Role
As a bomber, BB-2 Starfire's primary role was attacks on capital ships and stations using a barrage of missiles and torpedoes. The standard tactic employed by the Galactic Alliance during the Sith–Imperial War was to fire multiple salvos from maximum range, then return to their carrier and reload. After the surrender of the Galactic Alliance at the Battle of Caamas and the formation of the Galactic Alliance Remnant, these tactics were changed to reduce wasting of precious ordnance. The new tactics included getting as close to an enemy target to guarantee a direct hit. Pilots of the Alliance's BB-2's relied on the craft's powerful shielding to survive these types of engagements during the Second Imperial Civil War. They were often accompanied by a flight of CF9 Crossfire starfighters to provide protection from enemy starfighters.

Behind the scenes
The Legacy Era Campaign Guide once mistakenly identifies the starship as a Torrent instead of a Starfire. It has not appeared in any other publications as of date.

Notes and references
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