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{{for|the power plant|Eclipse (power plant)}}
{{Vehicle
| conceptdate = 2017-05-18
| uuid = c9b3ef78-9c47-4052-bf70-ecf32c55c001
| image = Aegis Eclipse over Magda.png
| name = Eclipse
| rsistoreurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/eclipse/Eclipse
| manufacturer = AEGS
| career = Combat
| size = small
| mincrew = 1
| maxcrew = 1
| productionstate = Flight ready
| productionstatedesc = Since [[Update:Star Citizen Alpha 3.2.0|Alpha 3.2.0]]
| pledgeavailability = Time-limited sales
| pledgecost = 300
| originalpledgecost = 275
| warbondcost = 275
| originalwarbondcost = 250
| releasedate = 2930
| galactapediaurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/0NwpZZm6Gr-eclipse
| presentationurl1 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/15921-Q-A-Aegis-Eclipse
| brochureurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/media/croqet8dft3pxr/source/Brochure_Eclipse.pdf
| trailerurl = https://youtu.be/sOPGbBY56zM
| qandaurl1 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/15921-Q-A-Aegis-Eclipse
}}

The [[StarCitizen:Aegis Dynamics|Aegis]] '''Eclipse''' is a mid-range [[StarCitizen:stealth]] bomber designed for tactical torpedo strikes on installations or large [[StarCitizen:ships]]. Concealed engines and internally-stored weapons allow the '''Eclipse''' to stealthily deliver its payload with a minimum of risk of counter-attack. After extensive service with the [[StarCitizen:UEE]], this high-tech military equipment is making its debut on the civilian market for 2947.<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15907-Aegis-Eclipse-Stealth-In-The-Shadows|text=Aegis Eclipse Stealth In The Shadows}}</ref>

==Features==
{{List item
|Ordinance
|The Eclipse features a bespoke [[StarCitizen:Torpedo]] rack that holds three potent size 9 torpedoes.
}}
{{List item
|Small Cross Section
|The arrowing design of Eclipse allows the ship to stay stealthy. Inconspicuous twin engines are moulded into the shape of the hull, weapons are stored internally until they're ready for use.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=media/croqet8dft3pxr/source/Brochure_Eclipse.pdf|text=The Eclipse - Ship Brochure}}</ref>
}}
{{List item
|Multiple Wing Configurations
|The Wings can be adjusted to space or atmospheric flight to adapt to the environment. During Zero-G space flight, the Eclipse typically adopts the compact wing position in order to create a slightly smaller profile for harder detection. During atmospheric flight, the wings of the Eclipse can fully expand and deploy smaller fins around its body to improve aerodynamics.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=media/croqet8dft3pxr/source/Brochure_Eclipse.pdf|text=The Eclipse - Ship Brochure}}</ref>
}}

== Specifications ==
{{Vehicle hardpoints}}

== Model ==

===Ship profile===

<tabber>
In space=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
!Below
|-
|[[File:Eclipse_in_space_-_Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_space_-_Above.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_space_-_Port.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_space_-_Front.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_space_-_Rear.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_space_-_Below.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
|-|
Landed=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
|-
|[[File:Eclipse_in_SeflLand_-_Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_SeflLand_-_Above.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_SeflLand_-_Port.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_SeflLand_-_Front.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse_in_SeflLand_-_Rear.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
</tabber>

===Paints===
{{for|more information|:Eclipse series/Paints}}

{| class="wikitable"
![[StarCitizen:Eclipse series/Paints#"Alternative"|"Alternative"]]
![[StarCitizen:Eclipse series/Paints#"Ambush"|"Ambush"]]
![[StarCitizen:Eclipse series/Paints#"Best in Show 2950"|"Best in Show 2950"]]
![[StarCitizen:Eclipse series/Paints#"Knockout"|"Knockout"]]
![[StarCitizen:Eclipse series/Paints#"Meridian"|"Meridian"]]
|-
|[[File:placeholderv2.png|center|frameless|128x72px|link=|class=noviewer]]
|[[File:Eclipse Ambush in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse BIS2950 in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse Knockout in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Eclipse Meridian in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}

== Acquisition ==
{{Vehicle availability}}

==Pledge price history==
{| class="wikitable"
!Date
!Pledge cost (USD)
!Insurance
!Availability
!Sale
|-
|2020-05-26
|300
|120 months
|Time-limited
|Invictus 2950 <ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/17595-Invictus-2950|text=Invictus 2950 Sale}}</ref>
|}

==Tactics==
The sole purpose of Eclipse is to be a mid-range stealth bomber, capable of sneaking behind enemy lines and delivering a high damage strike, but it should not stay in combat due to its defensive shortcomings. The ship is designed to approach a target silently, fire its payload, and leave. The Eclipse carries three size 9 torpedoes, and two size 2 ballistic gatling weapons. These larger torpedoes take a while to lock on to smaller ships, and combined with its relative lack of agility, that will mean the Eclipse is not recommended to be used in dogfighting.<ref name="ReferenceB">{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/engineering/15921-Q-A-Aegis-Eclipse|text=Q&A: Aegis Eclipse}}</ref>

==Lore==
<tabber>
Project Eclipse=
{| class="wikitable"
|-
The Eclipse was commissioned under the previous administration on the orders of [[StarCitizen:Imperator Coley]]. At the time, the administration felt that
despite the efforts to mend ties with the [[StarCitizen:Xi'an]], the species longer lives resulted in lingering hostilities towards the UEE under the [[StarCitizen:Messer reign]]. Imperator Coley requested bids for a classified stealth bomber to have as a cautionary defensive measure should another [[StarCitizen:Xi'an Cold War|Cold War]] arise between the [[StarCitizen:Humans]] and Xi'an.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=media/croqet8dft3pxr/source/Brochure_Eclipse.pdf|text=The Eclipse - Ship Brochure}}</ref> In [[StarCitizen:2930]], the [[StarCitizen:UEE Navy]] was in need of a more advanced stealth bomber to use specifically in defensive operations against the [[StarCitizen:Vanduul]]. Military casualties were mounting in cases of direct combat with Vanduul capital ships. The Navy needed a ship that could strike quickly before the enemy detected their presence or soften up strategic targets in anticipation of a larger attack. Aegis Dynamics won that bid. The arrowing design, massive firepower, and cutting-edge clandestine technology of their design easily surpassed the competition. The Eclipse's advanced hull system is adaptable to environments thanks to multiple wing configurations that adjust to space or atmospheric flight.<ref name="ReferenceA" />
|}
|-|
Military Services=
{| class="wikitable"
|-
After 2 years of extensive field tests, the Aegis Eclipse went into service in [[StarCitizen:2932]]. Since its introduction, it has distinguished itself as the most advanced stealth bomber in the UEE arsenal, with over three dozen successful operations. Since its first flight in [[StarCitizen:Operation Lighthammer]], the Eclipse has participated in numerous stealth and tactical bombing operations over the years, primarily for defensive measures performed by the UEE Navy.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=media/croqet8dft3pxr/source/Brochure_Eclipse.pdf|text=The Eclipse - Ship Brochure}}</ref>
|}
|-|
Declassification=
{| class="wikitable"
|-
The Eclipse was declassified as a military-level asset in [[StarCitizen:2947]] under [[StarCitizen:Historical Truth Act]] and the [[StarCitizen:Militia Mobilization Initiative]] and sold to UEE citizens with a good standing. The fund was used to continue funding Project Eclipse for the UEE Military.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=media/croqet8dft3pxr/source/Brochure_Eclipse.pdf|text=The Eclipse - Ship Brochure}}</ref> Notwithstanding the declassification of Project Eclipse, the ship embodies proprietary technologies and intellectual property that remain under the ownership of Aegis Dynamics and/or the UEE.<ref name="ReferenceA" />
|}
</tabber>

==Gallery==
{{for|a full gallery|:Category:Eclipse images}}

<tabber>
Official=
{{gallery
|Eclipse - firing Torpedo over misty world.jpg
|Eclipse_x2_in_formation_over_Yela.jpg
|Eclipse_x2_in_formation_over_surface.png
|Eclipse_x3_in_formation_over_Area_18.png
|Aegis-Eclipse-L4-Piece-5-Atmospheric-Flight-011b.jpg
|Eclipse 3.2 flyable sale 02 EclipseDestroyJavelin-Squashed.jpg
|Eclipse 3.2 flyable sale 03 EclipseTopDown-Squashed.jpg
|Eclipse 3.2 flyable sale 04 EclipseDesert-Squashed.jpg
|Aegis-Eclipse-L4-Piece-6-Space-Battle-006b.jpg
|Aegis-Eclipse-L4-Piece-4-Flight-Line-014.jpg
|Eclipse 02.png
|Eclipse Hangar Concept.jpg
|Aegis-Eclipse-L4-Piece-8-Cockpit-Interior-006a.jpg
|Aegis-Eclipse-L4-Piece-3-1-Flightline-Cockpit-014b.jpg
|Aegis-Eclipse-L4-Piece-1-Hangar-Wrapped-007a.jpg
|Eclipse 3.2 flyable sale 05 EclipseInStorm-Squashed.jpg
|Eclipse 3.2 flyable sale 06 EclipseCockpit-Squashed.jpg
|Eclipse 3.2 flyable sale 07 EclipseAngledHangar-Squashed.jpg
|Eclipse 3.2 flyable sale 08 EclipseSunsetHangar-Squashed.jpg
}}
|-|
In-game=
{{gallery
|IAE2949-eclipse-3.jpg
|IAE2949-eclipse-2.jpg
|Eclipse Preflight.png
|Aegis Eclipse Cockpit Rear Left.jpg
|Aegis Eclipse Cockpit Rear Right.jpg
|Aegis Eclipse Cockpit Front Right.jpg
|Aegis Eclipse Cockpit Overhead Panel.jpg
|IAE2950-day2-eclipse-01.jpg
|IAE2950-day2-eclipse-02.jpg
|Aegis Eclipse over Magda.png
}}
</tabber>

==Development==

The Eclipse's concept is designed by [[StarCitizen:Gavin Rothery]] (Freelance Conceptist) in collaboration with [[StarCitizen:Paul Jones]] (Art Director) in [[StarCitizen:Foundry 42 UK]].<ref name="jumppoint">[[StarCitizen:Gavin Rothery]], [[StarCitizen:David Ladyman]] and [[StarCitizen:Ben Lesnick]], [https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/15916-Jump-Point-Now-Available ''Work in Progress: Eclipse''], [[StarCitizen:Jump Point (magazine)|Jump Point]], vol. 5, no. 5, pp. 3-40, 2017-05-19.</ref> The ship is brought into engine by [[StarCitizen:Joe Neville]] (Senior Vehicle Artist) in Foundry 42 UK with contributions from [[StarCitizen:Corentin Billemont]] (Systems Designer).<ref name="shipshape">[https://youtu.be/tPa8KIgSh3Y?t=14m35s Ship Shape: Aegis Eclipse]</ref> The ship was first revealed in 2017-05-19 in the {{Link RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15907-Aegis-Eclipse-Stealth-In-The-Shadows|text=Aegis Eclipse Concept Sale}}. In 2018-06-30, with the release of [[StarCitizen:Star Citizen Alpha 3.2.0]], the ship became Flight Ready.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/16639-Star-Citizen-Alpha-32-Available|text=Star Citizen Alpha 3.2.0 Available!}}</ref>

===Design brief===

<tabber>
Aims & Aesthetics=
{| class="wikitable"
!Aims
|
*The most advanced stealth bomber available
*Stealthier than the [[StarCitizen:Hornet Ghost]] or [[StarCitizen:Sabre]]. A bomber with a small, potent payload
*Not a very competent dogfighter. Armed with weapons for self-defence, but relies on stealth. Not very agile
|-
!Aesthetic
|The AEGIS bomber should combine elements of Aegis's rounded aesthetic, and the design elements of iconic stealth ships.

*A smooth shape running the width and length of the ship like an aerowing
*Engines and intakes that are moulded to be unobtrusive from the body profile
*Missiles, bombs, weapons stored internally on the ship so as to reduce its profile; flaps and bays open for their use
|}
|-|
Approximate statistics=
{| class="wikitable"
! colspan="3" |Approximate statistics
|-
|Length
|~22 meters
|The ship has been discussed to be approximately the size of a [[StarCitizen:Gladiator]]. For maximum compatibility it should be able to fit inside an [[StarCitizen:Idris-M|Idris]], so should be 25m wide max.
|-
|Mass
|17,000 kg
|Being an advanced stealth ship, the size and shape of the ship is kept to a smooth, minimalist nature, which will also help keep its weight down a little.
|-
|Crew
|1
|This is a single seater bomber.
|-
|Engine
|2
|Twin engines, as they would produce less heat together than one larger engine. A central torpedo bay also would restrict the ability for it to have one engine.
|-
|Thrusters
|8 x Joint Thrusters
|4 x top, 4 x bottom with two top and bottom on the front, and two top and bottom at the rear.
|-
|Power Plants
|1 x Small
|The ship was suggested to run with small components, which should help to keep its signature down.
|-
|Weapon Hardpoints
|2 x Size 2 Weapons
|Ballistic Gatling weapons to be used for short, brutal engagements. However, the Eclipse is not a dogfighter and isn't armed for protracted engagements. Weapons should fit inside the wings and have flaps open during flight/use.
|-
|Missile Hardpoints
|3 x Size 9 Torpedoes
|Three size 9 torpedoes are stored inside the ship. A central hatch similar to the [[StarCitizen:Retaliator|Retaliator's]] opens for them to be fired.
|-
|Shield
|2 x Small (front/back)
|The ship is lightly armoured, relying on its stealth capabilities for quick, precise strikes
|-
|Armour
|Small
|As above. However, its armour should have enhanced scanning/detection reducing properties similar to the Hornet Ghost.
|}
|-|
Metric & Templates=
{| class="wikitable"
! colspan="3" |Metric & Templates
|-
| colspan="3" |A list of all components, templates and measurements that the concept artist needs to adhere to.
|-
| rowspan="3" |Animation Templates
|Seat template
|AEGIS Avenger-style dual flight stick setup
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Enter/exit animation for the ship
|Ladder (side cockpit), Same as the [[StarCitizen:Avenger Warlock]]
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Enter/exit animation for the seat + ship
|Avenger Warlock entry/exit
|-
| rowspan="14" |Ship Components
| colspan="2" |Components that need to be accessible behind walls or floor panels, or have the interior built around them:
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Power Plants
|1 Small (0.5m x 0.75m x 0.5m)
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Shield Generator
|2 Small (0.25m x 0.75m x 0.25m)
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Avionics
|1 Small (0.75m x 0.5m x 0.375m)
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Coolers
|2 Small (0.5m x 0.75m x 0.5m)
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Gravity Generator
|None
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Jump Drive
|1 Small (0.5m x 0.75m x 0.5m)
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Life Support
|1 Small (0.5m x 0.5m x 0.5m)
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Radar
|1 Small (0.5m x 0.5m x 0.25m)
|-
| colspan="2" style="padding-left:1rem" |Components that don't need to be accessed but are somewhere on/inside the ship:
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Fuel Tanks
|1 Medium (1m x 2m x 1m)
|-
| colspan="2" style="padding-left:1rem" |Internal fixed weapons:
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Ballistic Weapons
|S2 x 2 (3m x 0.625m x 0.625m)
|-
| style="padding-left:1rem" |Torpedo Bay
|S9 x 1 (10m x 4m x 2.5m)
Contains 3 torpedoes stored horizontally side-by-side Individual torpedo size 9m x 0.9m x 0.9m Same torpedo size as the Retaliator
|}
|-|
Requirements=
{| class="wikitable"
! colspan="2" |Requirements
|-
|Cockpit
|Accessed via ladder on the nose of the ship like the Avenger Warlock.
|-
|Wing Weapon Mounts
|
Weapons stored on interior of the wings; do not gimbal.

Flaps on wings should open during flight so weapon can be
fired.

When closed they should blend in with the rest of the ship's
wing profile.
|-
|Torpedo Bay
|Internal torpedo bay with room to store three Retaliator-type torpedoes

*Torpedo size individually 9.0m x 0.9m x 0.9m

Torpedo bay will be housed in the mid/rear of the ship, the
underside will open, allowing them to be fired out.

Torpedoes will be housed side by side, allowing the ship to
maintain a fairly sleek profile.

Bespoke mount for the hull of the Eclipse
|-
|Ship Size
|Most Stealth ships are considerably wider than they are long. The Eclipse will be able to have a wingspan only slightly longer than its length if it is to fit inside an Idris. 22m x 25m leaves it as long as a Gladiator, and slightly wider.
|}
</tabber>

==Trivia==

*In the initial tease, the Eclipse is covered in a grey tarp known as [[StarCitizen:B419-AR Tactical Stealth Utility Tarp|B419-AR Tactical Stealth Utility Tarp (TSUT.)]], which is a classified tarp produced by [[StarCitizen:Crusader Industries]].<ref name="ReferenceB" />
*The Eclipse is an extremely specialized vessel, designed to excel at its intended task and role, so no other functionalities are currently planned other than its original role.<ref name="ReferenceB" />
*The Eclipse is heavily influenced by the real life bomber {{WP|ref=no|Northrop_Grumman_B-2_Spirit|text=Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit}}.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=comm-link/transmission/15924-Around-The-Verse|text=Around the Verse - Eclipsing the Competition|trx=around-the-verse-eclipsing-the-competition}}</ref>

==See also==

*[https://youtu.be/tPa8KIgSh3Y?t=14m35s Ship Shape: Aegis Eclipse]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOPGbBY56zM Star Citizen: Alpha 3.2 - Aegis Eclipse]

==References==
<references />

{{Navplate manufacturers|AEGS}}
{{Navplate vehicles}}
[[Category:Bombers]]

StarCitizen:Eclipse - Revision history

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