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The '''Meteor''' is a medium fighter variant of the [[StarCitizen:Mantis]] series of ships, developed by [[StarCitizen:Roberts Space Industries]]. Equipped with formidable weaponry, the Meteor presents a daunting challenge for adversaries. Drawing influence from the legendary Mantis, this medium fighter opts out of quantum enforcement, incorporating instead two custom S5 ballistic cannons and four single-load S4 missile racks, thereby establishing the Meteor as a powerful entity capable of illuminating the sky akin to a shooting star.<ref name=MeteorStore>{{ | The '''Meteor''' is a medium fighter variant of the [[StarCitizen:Mantis]] series of ships, developed by [[StarCitizen:Roberts Space Industries]]. Equipped with formidable weaponry, the Meteor presents a daunting challenge for adversaries. Drawing influence from the legendary Mantis, this medium fighter opts out of quantum enforcement, incorporating instead two custom S5 ballistic cannons and four single-load S4 missile racks, thereby establishing the Meteor as a powerful entity capable of illuminating the sky akin to a shooting star.<ref name=MeteorStore>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/Standalone-Ships/Meteor|text=RSI Meteor Store|accessdate=2025-07-17}}</ref><ref name=MeteorLaunch>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/20652-RSI-Meteor|text=RSI Meteor Launch}}</ref> | ||
==Features== | ==Features== | ||
{{List item | {{List item|Weapons|The [[StarCitizen:Meteor]] can make use of a bespoke primary armament of two potently destructive [[StarCitizen:Leonids Cannon]]s, or can exchange them for the more anti-shield capable [[StarCitizen:Echion Repeater]]s. Secondary to this are four standard Size 3 weapon hardpoints and two fixed Size 3 missile racks mounting a total of 4 size 2 missiles, second to a generous four Size 4 ordinance hardpoints arranged in the ventral bay.<ref name=MeteorStore/> | ||
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==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
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==Acquisition== | ==Acquisition== | ||
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==Lore== | ==Lore== | ||
==Classification and Role== | ==Classification and Role== | ||
While the Meteor is classified as a medium fighter, it differs from its other medium contemporaries by possessing traits normally found in several different classifications: The Meteor has the armament and interior normally found in a heavy fighter, the flight performance of a medium interceptor, and the hull strength and shielding of a light fighter.<ref name=":0">{{ | While the Meteor is classified as a medium fighter, it differs from its other medium contemporaries by possessing traits normally found in several different classifications: The Meteor has the armament and interior normally found in a heavy fighter, the flight performance of a medium interceptor, and the hull strength and shielding of a light fighter.<ref name=":0">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/en/comm-link/engineering/20703-Q-A-RSI-Meteor|text=Q&A: RSI Meteor|accessdate=2025-07-18}}</ref> | ||
In comparison to other medium fighters, the Meteor excels in straight-line performance and lacks in maneuverability and staying power, optimised for the task of achieving victory in the first strike.<ref name="MeteorLaunch" /><ref name=":0" /> | In comparison to other medium fighters, the Meteor excels in straight-line performance and lacks in maneuverability and staying power, optimised for the task of achieving victory in the first strike.<ref name="MeteorLaunch" /><ref name=":0" /> | ||
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==Development== | ==Development== | ||
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|2025-07-17 | |2025-07-17 | ||
|The RSI Meteor was released in [[Update:Star Citizen Alpha 4.2.1|Alpha 4.2.1]] | |The RSI Meteor was released in [[StarCitizen:Update:Star Citizen Alpha 4.2.1|Alpha 4.2.1]] | ||
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| | |The bespoke [[StarCitizen:Echion Repeater]] was released, allowing the [[StarCitizen:Meteor]] to pursue an anti-shield-focused role. | ||
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[[Category:Fighters]] | [[Category:Fighters]] | ||
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Revision as of 13:08, 15 May 2026
The Meteor is a medium fighter variant of the StarCitizen:Mantis series of ships, developed by StarCitizen:Roberts Space Industries. Equipped with formidable weaponry, the Meteor presents a daunting challenge for adversaries. Drawing influence from the legendary Mantis, this medium fighter opts out of quantum enforcement, incorporating instead two custom S5 ballistic cannons and four single-load S4 missile racks, thereby establishing the Meteor as a powerful entity capable of illuminating the sky akin to a shooting star.<ref name=MeteorStore>Template:Cite RSI</ref><ref name=MeteorLaunch>Template:Cite RSI</ref>
Features
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Specifications
Model
Ship profile
Exterior
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Interior
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Series variants
Paints
Acquisition
Lore
Classification and Role
While the Meteor is classified as a medium fighter, it differs from its other medium contemporaries by possessing traits normally found in several different classifications: The Meteor has the armament and interior normally found in a heavy fighter, the flight performance of a medium interceptor, and the hull strength and shielding of a light fighter.<ref name=":0">Template:Cite RSI</ref>
In comparison to other medium fighters, the Meteor excels in straight-line performance and lacks in maneuverability and staying power, optimised for the task of achieving victory in the first strike.<ref name="MeteorLaunch" /><ref name=":0" />
Gallery
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Trivia
- The RSI Meteor was briefly announced by StarCitizen:John Crewe while being interviewed on a special Star Citizen (Not So) Live episode, which was premiered to the audience during the 2025 Beijing StarCitizen:Bar Citizen event. He described it as a ship that "Punches above its weight".<ref name="BCBeijing2025">Bar Citizen Beijing May 2025 on bilibili.com</ref>
- RSI has partnered with PAW to set a new standard for sustainable shipbuilding with the release of the Meteor. Designed with a commitment to protect [[StarCitizen::Category:Fauna|wildlife]], preserve habitats, and ensure clean materials throughout the entire manufacturing process.<ref>"RSI has partnered with PAW to set a new standard for sustainable shipbuilding with the release of the new Meteor. Designed with a commitment to protect wildlife, preserve habitats, and ensure clean materials throughout the entire manufacturing process.", @RobertsSpaceInd, Twitter, July 31, 2025</ref>
Development
| 2025-07-17 | The RSI Meteor was released in Alpha 4.2.1 |
| 2026-05-14 | The bespoke StarCitizen:Echion Repeater was released, allowing the StarCitizen:Meteor to pursue an anti-shield-focused role. |
References
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