Escape pods are small terran craft used for transport in emergencies. They are attatched to capital ships[1] such as Behemoth-class battlecruisers,[2] science vessels and cargo ships. However, their presence is not a given.[1]
Pods contain basic supplies that are bolted to the walls and/or carried in mesh pouches,[1] such supplies including MREs.[2] and a med-kit. A weapons locker is also present, containing at least five types of pistol, a Torrent SR-8 shotgun and AGR-14 rifle.[2] It is equipped with harnesses for six individuals[1] and a cockpit for both a pilot and co-pilot. Pods are capable of planatary landings and travel through space. Gravity is maintained even when in the latter, suggesting compatability with gravity accelerators.[2]
Escape pods can travel a fair distance, at least between worlds. However, due to limited fuel and food, a pod cannot remain in space indefinitely and has to land eventually.[2]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Rosenberg, Aaron (June 1, 2006). StarCraft: Queen of Blades. Simon & Schuster (Pocket Star). ISBN 0-7434-7133-4.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Golden, Christie (May 22, 2007). StarCraft: The Dark Templar Saga #1: Firstborn. Simon & Schuster (Pocket Star). ISBN 0-7434-7125-3.