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The '''Blackmane Starbase''' was a space station operated by the [[Terran Confederation]]. It served as the Confederation HQ in the [[Blackmane|Blackmane System]], a star system that served as humanity's main line of defense in the volatile [[Vega Sector]].
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The Blackmane Starbase was the nerve center for Confederation fleet actions throughout much of the Vega Sector. Since Blackmane hosted jump points to several major systems, the starbase was vital to their security. It serviced many Confederation warships and was a hub for both civilian and military shipping across Terran space. It also housed several fighters in its enormous hangar bays.
The '''Blackmane Starbase''' was a space station operated by the [[Terran Confederation]] in the [[Blackmane|Blackmane System]].  


==The Fall of Blackmane==
== Behind the Screens ==
After [[Locanda]] was destroyed in 2669 by the [[Kilrathi Empire]], the Terran defensive lines across the Vega Sector collapsed. Blackmane could no longer be held, and the Confederation had no choice but to abandon the starbase. Pilots from the ''[[TCS Victory]]'' rushed to the station's defense, fighting off multiple assaults by the [[Kilrathi]] while the Confederation evacuated the base. They evacuated all personnel and equipment on [[Clarkson-Class Transport]]s and relocated to their strongholds at [[Torgo]] and [[Vespus]]. Thanks to the ''Victory'' and her crew, most of the station personnel were able to evacuate safely, ensuring that the Confederation did not endure worsening losses in this engagement. Blackmane was thereafter abandoned.


==Behind the Scenes==
In ''[[Wing Commander III: Heart of the Tiger]]'', the player, flying as Colonel [[Christopher Blair]], has the opportunity to save Locanda. If Blair is able to do so, the Confederation continues to hold Blackmane but the station is in critical need of supplies. The ''Victory'' arrives in the system to defend the station while its pilots escort several convoys, bringing in additional troops, equipment and supplies. The Confederation pilots must also avoid attempts by the Kilrathi to use captured transports to lure them into the open. These transports exploded when the pilots flew in close proximity with them and obliterated anything in their immediate range, signalling Kilrathi patrols to pick off stragglers.
In Wing Commander III, the player, flying as Colonel [[Christopher Blair]], has the opportunity to save Locanda. If Blair is able to do so, the Confederation continues to hold Blackmane but the station is in critical need of supplies. The ''Victory'' arrives in the system to defend the station while its pilots escort several convoys, bringing in additional troops, equipment and supplies. The Confederation pilots must also avoid attempts by the Kilrathi to use captured transports to lure them into the open. These transports exploded when the pilots flew in close proximity with them and obliterated anything in their immediate range, signalling Kilrathi patrols to pick off stragglers.


If the Confederation, through the efforts of the player, is successful in resupplying Blackmane, the base is able to defend itself against further Kilrathi attacks. The ''Victory'' can then depart to launch an offensive operation in the [[Ariel|Ariel System]].
If the Confederation, through the efforts of the player, is successful in resupplying Blackmane, the base is able to defend itself against further Kilrathi attacks. The ''Victory'' can then depart to launch an offensive operation in the [[Ariel|Ariel System]].


[[Category:Confederation Bases by Name]]
[[Category:Confederation Bases by Name]]
[[Category:Starbase]]

Latest revision as of 05:26, 30 October 2023

Blackmane Starbase
Wc3starbase.jpg
Type Starbase
Primary User Terran Confederation
General Characteristics
Length 2,500 meters
Mass 650,000 tonnes
Performance
Maximum Yaw 5 dps
Maximum Pitch 5 dps
Maximum Roll 5 dps
Acceleration 10 k/s2
Velocity
Maximum 150 kps
Defense
Shields
Fore 4000 cm equivalent
Aft 4000 cm equivalent
Armor
Front 1000 cm
Rear 1000 cm
Side 1000 cm


Work-in-progress, expect frequent changes. Help and feedback is welcome. See discussion page.


The Blackmane Starbase was a space station operated by the Terran Confederation in the Blackmane System.

Behind the Screens

In Wing Commander III: Heart of the Tiger, the player, flying as Colonel Christopher Blair, has the opportunity to save Locanda. If Blair is able to do so, the Confederation continues to hold Blackmane but the station is in critical need of supplies. The Victory arrives in the system to defend the station while its pilots escort several convoys, bringing in additional troops, equipment and supplies. The Confederation pilots must also avoid attempts by the Kilrathi to use captured transports to lure them into the open. These transports exploded when the pilots flew in close proximity with them and obliterated anything in their immediate range, signalling Kilrathi patrols to pick off stragglers.

If the Confederation, through the efforts of the player, is successful in resupplying Blackmane, the base is able to defend itself against further Kilrathi attacks. The Victory can then depart to launch an offensive operation in the Ariel System.