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{{Vehicle
| uuid = b617902a-6cab-457b-9eb8-494274f659b8
| name = Paladin
| image = Paladin firing at pirates in debris field - cropped & adjusted.png
| manufacturer = ANVL
| series =
| career = Combat
| role =
| size = Medium
| productionstate = Flight ready
| productionstatedesc = Since [[Update:Star Citizen Alpha 4.3.2|Alpha 4.3.2]]
| mincrew = 1
| maxcrew = 4
| length = 53
| width = 37.5
| height = 13.6
| retractedlength =
| retractedwidth =
| retractedheight =
| mass = 500000
| cargocapacity = 4
| stowage = 1800K µSCU
| pledgecost = 350
| originalpledgecost = 300
| warbondcost = 325
| originalwarbondcost = 260
| pledgeavailability = Time-limited sales
| rsistoreurl = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/paladin/Paladin
| presentationurl1 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20761-Anvil-Paladin
| presentationurl2 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20292-Anvil-Paladin
| trailerurl = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_n9bXJnkgBQ&t=5824s
| brochureurl = https://media.robertsspaceindustries.com/kn2qvr113k4fo/source.pdf
| qandaurl1 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/20842-Q-A-Paladin-Stinger
| qandaurl2 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/20323-Q-A-Anvil-Paladin
| galactapediaurl =
| releasedate = 2955-10-11
| conceptdate = 2024-11-30
| saledate = 2024-11-30
| queryimage = 
| smwqueryname =
}}

The '''Paladin''' is a medium sized [[StarCitizen::Category:Gunships|gunship]], developed by [[StarCitizen:Anvil Aerospace]]. Its primary purpose is to serve at the forefront of Humanity's defense, equipping itself with advanced weaponry to safeguard the [[StarCitizen:United Empire of Earth|UEE]] from both external and internal threats. Upholding a longstanding tradition, the Paladin exhibits no mercy, systematically neutralizing dangers with an unyielding barrage of fire. Featuring an enhanced arsenal of weapons, including an increased number of guns and missiles, the Paladin delivers the powerful performance anticipated from a next-generation gunship, fully prepared for the evolving landscape of warfare.<ref name="PaladinStore">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/paladin/Paladin|text=Paladin Store}}</ref><ref name="PaladinLaunch">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20761-Anvil-Paladin|text=Paladin Flyable sale}}</ref><ref name="PaladinConcept">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20292-Anvil-Paladin|text=Anvil Paladin - Concept sale|accessdate=2024-12-01}}</ref>

==Features==
{{List item
|Main turret
|The primary remote turret can carry four Size 5 guns and operates on a rail system that allows it to move from the upper section of the ship to its lower section, providing extensive range and visibility.<ref name="PaladinStore"/>
}}
{{List item
|Remote turrets
|The other two remote turrets cover the ships flanks and offer a wide firing arc. Each is designed to hold a pair of Size 4 guns and in situations where the crew is minimized, the pilot has the ability to operate these turrets, albeit with a forward-facing orientation.<ref name="PaladinStore"/>
}}
{{List item
|Missiles
|In addition to the guns, the vessel is equipped with six Size 4 missile hardpoints.<ref name="PaladinStore"/>
}}
{{List item
|Armor
|The vessel is safeguarded by robust armor, which extends to the cockpit that features a retractable blast shield designed to offer increased protection swiftly in the face of an impending danger.<ref name="PaladinLaunch"/>
}}
{{List item
|Crew accommodations
|The Paladin is equipped with two ample crew quarters, each intended to accommodate two crew members, along with a kitchenette and seating area, in addition to a bathroom, all of which enhance the comfort of extended missions.<ref name="PaladinLaunch"/>
}}
{{List item
|Storage
|Adjacent to the staircase, there exists a compact cargo storage area capable of accommodating up to 4 SCU. Furthermore, each crew quarter is equipped with a pair of lockers that can hold up to 750K µSCU of assorted items. <ref name="PaladinStore"/>
}}
{{List item
|Easy access components
|The ships components are accessible from within, which allows for more efficient and rapid maintenance.<ref name="PaladinLaunch"/>
}}

==Specifications==
{{Vehicle hardpoints}}

==Model==

===Vehicle profile===
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Port-side
!Front
|-
|[[File:Paladin landed in hangar - cropped 2.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Paladin 3D model Port-side.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Paladin 3D model Front.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}



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

{| class="wikitable"
![[StarCitizen:Paladin series/Paints#"Carmine"|"Carmine"]]
![[StarCitizen:Paladin series/Paints#"Downstream"|"Downstream"]]
![[StarCitizen:Paladin series/Paints#"Galahad"|"Galahad"]]
![[StarCitizen:Paladin series/Paints#"Shadowfall"|"Shadowfall"]]
![[StarCitizen:Paladin series/Paints#"Solaris"|"Solaris"]]

|-
|[[File:Paladin Carmine landed in hangar - cropped.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Paladin Downstream landed in hangar - cropped.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Paladin Galahad landed in hangar - cropped.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Paladin Shadowfall landed in hangar - cropped.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Paladin Solaris landed in hangar - cropped.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]

|}

==Acquisition==
{{Vehicle availability}}

==Lore==

==Gallery==
{{For|all images|:Category:Paladin images}}

<tabber>
Official=
{{gallery
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin battlefield.webp
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin battlefield 2.webp
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin.webp
|Paladin Tech Specs and Views.jpg
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin inside - cockpit.webp
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin inside - upper floor.webp
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin inside - dormitory - crew.webp
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin inside - armory - entrance.webp
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin inside - stairs.webp
|Anvil Aerospace Paladin .webp
|
|Paladin - Icon.png
|Paladin landed in hangar - cropped 2.png
|
}}
|-|
In-Game=
{{gallery
|placeholderv2.png
}}
|-|
Original designs=
{{gallery
|Paladin over landing pad aiming main turret at 2 prople.jpg
|Paladin x2 firing side turrets.jpg
|Paladin inside cockpit looking down.jpg
|Paladin tech specs and views.png
|Paladin External details.png
|Paladin upper deck details.png
|Paladin lower deck details.png
|Paladin landed at pad with personal boarding.jpg
|Paladin firing missiles at damaged Ironclad.jpg
|Paladin landed in hangar - cropped.jpg
|Paladin x2 flying fast over structure.jpg
|Paladin upper deck cutout.jpg
|Paladin lower deck cutout.jpg
|Paladin 3D white concept - Above.png
|Paladin 3D concept - Port.png
|Paladin 3D white concept - Front.png
|Paladin 3D white concept - Below.png
}}
</tabber>

==Development==
{{Timeline styles}}
{| class="timeline"
|-
|2024-11-15
|The ship was first spotted in the game files of the [[StarCitizen:PTU]] build 3.24.3 PTU.9420882.<ref name="datamine3243-9420882">{{Cite game|build=[[Update:Star Citizen Alpha 3.24.3|Alpha 3.24.3 PTU.942088]]|accessdate=2024-11-15}}</ref>
|-
|2024-11-30
|It was officially revealed to the community on day 9 of the [[StarCitizen:Intergalactic Aerospace Expo 2954|IAE 2954]] event as a concept sale.<ref name="PaladinConcept"/>
|-
|2025-10-16
|The Paladin became playable in the game with the launch of [[Update:Star Citizen Alpha 4.3.2|Alpha 4.3.2]].
|-
|}

==Trivia==
* The word Paladin means someone who is a trusted military leader or a leading champion of a cause.<ref>https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paladin</ref>
* There is a [[StarCitizen:MTSIM flight chairs|''Star Citizen'' gaming chair]] under the same name: [[StarCitizen:Flight Chair MFC - Anvil Paladin]].

==See also==

==References==
<references />

{{Navplate manufacturers|ANVL}}
{{Navplate vehicles}}

{{Short description|Gunship manufactured by Anvil}}

[[Category:Gunships]]

StarCitizen:Paladin - Revision history

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