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The '''Blackmane Starbase''' was a 2669-era 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 likely held hundreds of starfighters due to its enormous hangar bays.
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==The Fall of Blackmane==
The '''Blackmane Starbase''' was a space station operated by the [[Terran Confederation]] in the [[Blackmane|Blackmane System]].  
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 Terrans had no choice but to abandon the starbase. Pilots from the ''[[TCS Victory]]'' rushed to the station's defense, staving off multiple assaults by the [[Kilrathi]] while the Terrans abandoned 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 if not all of the station personnel were able to evacuate safely, ensuring that Confed did not endure worsening losses in this engagement. Unfortunately, Blackmane was lost and the abandoned station was likely destroyed by the Kilrathi.


==Alternate Fate==
== Behind the Screens ==
If Colonel [[Christopher Blair]] succeeds in saving Locanda, Blackmane remains active but in critical need of resupply. The ''Victory'' arrived in the system to defend the station while its pilots escorted in several convoys bringing in additional troops and equipment. The Terran pilots succeeded in reeling in several convoys while avoiding attempts by the Kilrathi to use captured transports to lure them into the open. These transports exploded when the pilots got to close and obliterated anything in their immediate range, and signaled Kilrathi patrols to pick off stragglers. These traps failed to cause any major casualties to the ''Victory'''s flight wing.


The Terrans succeeded in resupplying Blackmane to the point where they could hold their own ground. The ''Victory'' then departed to launch an offensive on the [[Ariel|Ariel System]].
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.


[[category:Confederation Bases]]
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: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.

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