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The '''X-02S Strike Wyvern''' is an evolution of the [[Erusea]]n-made [[X-02 Wyvern]]. Just as its predecessor, the X-02S is a carrier aircraft with [[stealth]] capabilities. It also features an experimental [[Electromagnetic Launcher]] at a cost to the aircraft's mobility. Its signature variable wings maintain the aircraft's speed and attack power. |
The '''X-02S Strike Wyvern''' is an evolution of the [[Erusea]]n-made [[X-02 Wyvern]]. Just as its predecessor, the X-02S is a carrier aircraft with [[stealth]] capabilities. It also features an experimental [[Electromagnetic Launcher]] at a cost to the aircraft's mobility. Its signature variable wings maintain the aircraft's speed and attack power. |
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Revision as of 18:08, 20 January 2019
- "A fighter developed in Erusea, based on the X-02 but with a vastly improved design. Its unique variable wings give it great combat and speed capabilities, which are unaffected by its heavy armament. Its nickname is "Strike Wyvern"."
- ― Ace Combat 7 hangar
The X-02S Strike Wyvern is an evolution of the Erusean-made X-02 Wyvern. Just as its predecessor, the X-02S is a carrier aircraft with stealth capabilities. It also features an experimental Electromagnetic Launcher at a cost to the aircraft's mobility. Its signature variable wings maintain the aircraft's speed and attack power.
The X-02S Strike Wyvern was introduced in Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown. It was initially teased in a trailer released on January 9, 2019, approximately a week before the game's release.
The Release of and the ludricrous performance of the X-02S was also meant as a shoutout to the original X-02 from AC4 due to how OP it was in AC4.
Design
An onboard view of Mihaly's X-02S with an Arclight EML equipped underneath
At a glance, the Strike Wyvern appears almost identical to the base X-02 Wyvern. What the X-02S lacks in obvious outward differences, it makes up for with internal modifications. These include a new conformal tank to increase flight time, a two-seat cockpit instead of the original's single-seat, an IRST sensor on top of the nose, an EOTS sensor below the nose, redesigned intakes and engines, and simplified landing gear. These streamlined modifications provide the X-02S with improved stealth and combat potential over its predecessor.[2]
The X-02S features a single machine gun to the left of the cockpit and two standard missile launchers underneath the air intakes. Another weapon bay located between the two intakes supports three types of special weapons: the base X-02's Darkfire long-range air-to-air missiles, standard anti-ship missiles, and an experimental Electromagnetic Launcher codenamed Arclight.
History
Mihaly in his X-02S
At some point in the years between the Continental War and the Lighthouse War, the Erusean Air and Space Administration developed the X-02S for the Federal Erusian Navy. In secret and unbeknownst to other Erusean forces,[3] Sol Squadron was using the X-02S to test the Arclight EML.[2]
On October 24, 2019, during the Lighthouse War, Strider Squadron initiated Operation Beehive to capture Shilage Castle to resupply their own base. After Trigger shot down half of the Sol Squadron, Mihaly entered the battlefield with an X-02S equipped with an Arclight EML and engaged Trigger in a dogfight. The rest of Strider Squadron came to Trigger's support and Trigger eventually shot down the X-02S.[2] Mihaly survived the aircraft's destruction.[4]
Gameplay
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown
- "A fighter used exclusively by the navy. It is a greatly improved version of the X-02 air superiority fighter developed in Erusea, which was used by both the navy and air force. As a carrier-based fighter, parts such as the landing gear were simplified and the aircraft's internal components were redesigned to improve its stealth and flight capabilities. The addition of a conformal tank to increase flight distance, an Arclight rail gun for additional firepower, and various other add-ons ended up making the craft slightly heavier. Its unique variable wings give it great combat and speed capabilities, which are unaffected by its heavy armament. Overall, it is an excellent fighter; however, its demanding controls mean only the top aces can get the best out of it. Its nickname is "Strike Wyvern"."
- ― Full hangar description
How to Unlock
- The X-02S is available on the Aircraft Tree after completing the campaign mode on Normal or Hard difficulty. It costs 2,000,000 MRP.
Statistics
Weapons
Part Slots
- BODY: 28
- ARMS: 28
- MISC: 28
Named Pilots
Skins
- Osea: Standard grey with dark grey spots under the canopy.
- Erusea: Jagged grey/dark grey. (Unlock: Complete a full campaign run in under 4 hours.)
- Special: Mihaly's livery with orange wings. (Unlock: Shoot down all named aircraft.)
- Mage: Osean skin with Mage Squadron markings.
- Spare: Osean skin with Spare Squadron markings.
- Strider: Osean skin with Strider Squadron markings.
Gallery
An X-02S firing two standard missiles
The engines of Mihaly's X-02S
An X-02S firing an EML in the Target Locked trailer
An X-02S flying through an explosion in the Target Locked trailer
References
- ↑ https://youtu.be/Jp38nLmvMD8
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Full hangar description of the X-02S Strike Wyvern, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Lost Kingdom, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ The New System, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.