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Sienar Fleet Systems TIE Advanced x1 Prototype The TIE Advanced is the prototype TIE fighter flown by Darth Vader at the Battle of Yavin. An experimental craft combining TIE fighter technology with more conventional starfighter components, like a hyperdrive and deflector shield generators, the TIE Advanced eventually became the template for the incredibly efficient TIE interceptor. As in all TIE starfighters, the prototype's propulsion system revolves around twin ion engines, although its solar ionization reactor is much more powerful than those on standard TIE fighters. Despite the improved power supply, Vader's TIE proved only slightly faster than the previous TIE models due to inefficient shield generators, which consumed a great deal of power, and the increased mass created by the addition of heavy armor plating. With Darth Vader at the controls, the TIE Advanced is a devastating starfighter. While piloting the prototype, Vader very nearly thwarted the Rebel Alliance’s attempt to destroy the Death Star. Only the last-minute arrival of Han Solo and the Millennium Falcon prevented the Sith Lord from firing on Luke Skywalker’s X-wing. After being clipped by the Falcon’s quad laser cannons, the prototype spun into space. Vader eventually regained of control of the craft and fled to the nearest Imperial facility. The prototype has been repaired and remains one of Vader’s most prized possessions. Ship Specifications | Ship Type: | Interceptor | | Faction: | Imperial | | Pilot skill required: | Tier 4 | | Availability: | Craftable | | Crew: | Pilot only | | Mass Range: | 65,000 | | Weapon Mounts: | Projectile weapon x2
Ordnance x1 | | Flight Control Upgrades: | Flight Computer | | Customizations: | Imperial Navy Vessels all conform to Imperial design standards. No colors or customizations are available. Winglets Available. | 
TIE Advanced (Modified) Under Darth Vader’s guidance, the TIE Advanced prototype starship went through many iterations (both to its internal systems design and its outward appearance). This vessel, known only as the ‘modified’ TIE Advanced, is the last variation produced by Seinar Fleet Systems. It is rumored that Lord Vader added solar-strakes to the existing panels in effort to draw enough power to support an experimental engine / booster combination. Although the starship is (clearly) available to high-ranking starfighter pilots throughout the Imperial Navy, this experimental propulsion system is not. | 
