Vehicle:Tandava-Class

The Tandava-class frigate are ships deployed by the after their exodus from the. They are named for the Tandava- a lesser hierarchy of (in)famous and feared.

History
The Tandava-class frigates were constructed and deployed during the civil crisis of the and its transformation to the. With the Sinleri no longer welcome and seen as second class citizens actively hunted by the other Sodality races, Lord used his resources to construct a make-shift fleet of vessels to escape their tormentors. Escaping the Sodality in crisis, the fleet reached the edges of the and hid there for a while until they met with Lord.

With his aid, the Sinleri were (begrudgingly) accepted to aid the and their cause in return for refuge. Since then, the class has seen action in the battle of and the siege on the .

Characteristics
The Tandava-class is a highly automated ship that can be operational for prolonged periods of times with a limited crew. The ship characeristics include a dorsal and ventral fin for increased maneuverability. The class does however require a greater fuel consumption. The class is equipped with an internal docking bay and a hyperdrive. Its armament include phaser cannons, a tractor Beam Projector and at least 8 laser turrets. The ships reduced hull plating results in less durability, but has strong shields to compensate it.
 * Tandava-class Frigate

The Mark III is the smaller variant of the Tandava-class frigates, often acting as a gunship against enemy fighters. It has a length of 90 meters and is often seen as a mean, compact and menacing starship. The bridge of the class is situated in the ships bow while its hyperdrive is located between the sublight engines. It has various turbolasers and at least two starfighters could attach to the class.
 * Tandava-class Mark III

The Mark III is primary used for fast attacks, bombardment and anti-starfighter roles.

Deployed Ships
The following vessels deployed by House Fingolin and use the prefix "House Fingolin Starship (HRSS). The following named ones are deployed: