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{{for|the original military variant|F8A Lightning}}
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{{Infobox vehicle
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}}
[[Category:Concierge Items]]
 
The [[Anvil Aerospace|Anvil]] '''F8C Lightning''' is the civilian variant of the [[F8A Lightning]] space superiority fighter that is used by the [[United Empire of Earth Navy]]. It closely mimics the military specs of the original F8A, and has been used in lines of defense against [[Vanduul]] invaders. It was made available in extremely limited numbers to the civilian market by Anvil to celebrate the debut of the F8A in the UEE Navy.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/0Gz5LW2ekd-f8c-lightning|text=Galactapedia: F8C Lighting}}</ref>
The [[Anvil Aerospace|Anvil]] '''F8C Lightning''' is the civilian variant of the [[F8A Lightning]] space superiority fighter that is used by the [[United Empire of Earth Navy]]. It closely mimics the military specs of the original F8A, and has been used in lines of defense against [[Vanduul]] invaders. It was made available in extremely limited numbers to the civilian market by Anvil to celebrate the debut of the F8A in the UEE Navy.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/0Gz5LW2ekd-f8c-lightning|text=Galactapedia: F8C Lighting}}</ref>
==Features==
*'''Weapons:''' The 'Lightning' has an array of weapons which include two Size 3 and six Size 2 guns as well as two missiles racks that can hold eight Size 2 missiles.
*'''Maneuverability:''' Even though the F8C is a heavy fighter, it is a more nimble fighter craft than its F7 predecessor.
*'''Stowage:''' It has the capability to stow up to 250K μSCU of items via an external storage.
*'''Pedigree:''' It is based on the UEE Navy's F8A, which is designed to counter heavy Vanduul craft, such as the Glaive and Scythe.
== Specifications ==
{{Vehicle hardpoints}}


== Model ==
== Model ==


=== Variants ===
===Ship profile===
<tabber>
In space=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
!Bottom
|-
|[[File:F8C in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Above.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Port.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Front.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Rear.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:F8C in space - Below.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
|-|
Landed=
{| class="wikitable"
!Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
|-
|[[File:F8C - Landed on platform - Cut.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:placeholderv2.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:placeholderv2.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:placeholderv2.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:placeholderv2.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
</tabber>


* '''[[F8A Lightning]]''': The F8A Lightning is the military variant of the F8C Lightning.
===Special editions===


=== Special editions ===
'''"Executive"'''
* '''F8C Lightning Executive Edition''': The F8C Lightning Executive Edition is an exclusive edition F8C Lightning with a black and gold livery and a premium cockpit detailed with gold. It is only available to [[concierge]] members who hold the rank of [[Praetorian]] (US$15,000 pledged). Previously, it was only available to [[Legatus (rank)|Legatus]] (US$25,000 pledged) concierge members until the introduction of the Praetorian rank and the 600i Executive Edition.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://support.robertsspaceindustries.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002542733-Concierge-Levels-and-Rewards|text=Knowledge Base: Concierge Levels and Rewards}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|[[File:F8C Executive in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|Dark grey colouring with gold accents, its cockpit is detailed with gold and comes with a brown leather seat.
'''Limited edition. Reward to [[Concierge]] backers who reached the rank of Praetorian.''' <ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://support.robertsspaceindustries.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002542733-Concierge-Levels-and-Rewards|text=Knowledge Base: Concierge Levels and Rewards}}</ref>
|}


== Development ==
===Paints===
The F8C Lightning was available as the [[Wing Commander (rank)|Wing Commander]] [[concierge]] reward which is introduced in January 2018.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://support.robertsspaceindustries.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002542733-Concierge-Levels-and-Rewards|text=Concierge Levels and Rewards|accessdate=2021-05-28}}</ref>
{{for|more information|:Category:F8 Lightning series#Paints}}
The following paints (skins) can be used on all variants of the F8C Lightning.
 
{| class="wikitable"
!Image
!Paint Name
!Description
!Price (aUEC)
!Price ($)
|-
|[[File:F8C Shockwave in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|"Shockwave"
|Green tinted gold colouring with dark grey and red accents.
'''Limited edition. Reward to [[Concierge]] backers who reached the rank of Wing Commander. <ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://support.robertsspaceindustries.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002542733-Concierge-Levels-and-Rewards|text=Knowledge Base: Concierge Levels and Rewards}}</ref>
|[not available]
|(reward)
|-
|[[File:F8C Stormfire flying above clouds.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|"Stormfire"
|Metallic silver in colour with grey accents.
'''Limited edition. Reward to backers who claimed a Platinum License during the annual Birthday Hunt.''' <ref name="hunt">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/19208-The-Hunt-Is-On|text=The Hunt Is On - 2023|accessdate=2023-10-11}}</ref>
|[not available]
|(reward)
|}
 
===Series military variants===
None of the military variants are available to the general public for purchase.
 
{| class="wikitable"
!Image
!Name
!Description
|-
|[[File:Sq42 SneakPeekF8.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|'''[[F8A Lightning]]'''
|The next generation space superiority fighter, the original F8 on which the F8C is based off.
|}


The F8 Lightning was designed by [[Chris Smith]] (Lead Vehicle Artist)<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JWnN8cpX6k Reverse the Verse 2.16]([[File:Relay icon.svg|x13px|link=https://relay.sc]]&nbsp;[https://relay.sc/transcript/reverse-the-verse-2-16-austin transcript])</ref> and [[Gavin Rothery]] (Freelance Conceptist).<ref>[http://www.gavinrothery.com/820-park/ Gavin Rothery: Star Citizen Hardware and Ship Design]</ref>
== Universe availability ==
{{Vehicle availability}}


== Gallery ==
== Gallery ==


<tabber>
Official=
{{gallery
|F8C in hangar above world with pilot walking towards it.jpg
|F8C landed with lightning behind it.jpg
|F8C Specifications.jpg
|F8C - Landed on platform - Cut.jpg
}}
|-|
In-game=
{{gallery
|placeholderv2.png
}}
|-|
'Executive'=
{{gallery
{{gallery
|F8-C_-_Rear.png
|F8C Executive - Landed on platform - Cut.jpg
|F8-C_Executive_Edition_-_Front.png
|F8C Executive flying above clouds.jpg
|F8C Executive - Internal cockpit.jpg
|F8C Executive landed on dark structure.png
||F8-C_Executive_Edition_-_Front.png
|F8-C_Executive_Edition_-_Rear.png
|F8-C_Executive_Edition_-_Rear.png
|F8-C_Executive_Edition_-_Cockpit.png
|F8-C_Executive_Edition_-_Cockpit.png
}}
|-|
Official paints=
{{gallery
|F8C variants and paints x4 flying above clouds.jpg
|StarCitizen_DarkWater_ShockWave.jpg
|F8C Shockwave - Icon.png
|F8C Stormfire flying above clouds.png
|F8C Stormfire - Icon.png
}}
|-|
Original design=
{{gallery
|F8-C - Front.png
|F8-C_-_Rear.png
|F8C concierge.jpg
|F8C concierge.jpg
}}
}}
</tabber>
== Development ==
*The F8C Lightning was available as the [[Wing Commander (rank)|Wing Commander]] [[concierge]] reward which is introduced in January 2018.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://support.robertsspaceindustries.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002542733-Concierge-Levels-and-Rewards|text=Concierge Levels and Rewards|accessdate=2021-05-28}}</ref>
*The F8 Lightning was designed by [[Chris Smith]] (Lead Vehicle Artist)<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JWnN8cpX6k Reverse the Verse 2.16]([[File:Relay icon.svg|x13px|link=https://relay.sc]]&nbsp;[https://relay.sc/transcript/reverse-the-verse-2-16-austin transcript])</ref> and [[Gavin Rothery]] (Freelance Conceptist).<ref>[http://www.gavinrothery.com/820-park/ Gavin Rothery: Star Citizen Hardware and Ship Design]</ref>
*CIG released the F8C Lightning to owners on 10 October, 2023 in [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.20.0b|Alpha 3.20.0b]].<ref name="hunt" /> At the same time, a special event was held where players could obtain access to the F8C in several ways:<ref name="hunt" />
** Obtain a gold license, looted from crates in the [[PU]]. When you turned this into a rental kiosk, the player would gain access to an F8C for 24 hours, and be able to purchase the ship on the [[Pledge Store]].
** Obtain a platinum license, only obtainable by taking it from [[CIG]] developers in-game. Once obtained, all other players across the server will be alerted to your location. If the player manages to bring it to a ship dealership, they could obtain permanent ownership of the F8C, with [[LTI]].


== References ==  
== References ==  
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[[Category:Concierge Items]]

Revision as of 12:56, 14 October 2023

For the original military variant, see F8A Lightning.

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The Anvil F8C Lightning is the civilian variant of the F8A Lightning space superiority fighter that is used by the United Empire of Earth Navy. It closely mimics the military specs of the original F8A, and has been used in lines of defense against Vanduul invaders. It was made available in extremely limited numbers to the civilian market by Anvil to celebrate the debut of the F8A in the UEE Navy.[1]

Features

  • Weapons: The 'Lightning' has an array of weapons which include two Size 3 and six Size 2 guns as well as two missiles racks that can hold eight Size 2 missiles.
  • Maneuverability: Even though the F8C is a heavy fighter, it is a more nimble fighter craft than its F7 predecessor.
  • Stowage: It has the capability to stow up to 250K μSCU of items via an external storage.
  • Pedigree: It is based on the UEE Navy's F8A, which is designed to counter heavy Vanduul craft, such as the Glaive and Scythe.

Specifications

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Model

Ship profile

Isometric Above Port-side Front Rear Bottom
Isometric Above Port-side Front Rear

Special editions

"Executive"

Dark grey colouring with gold accents, its cockpit is detailed with gold and comes with a brown leather seat.

Limited edition. Reward to Concierge backers who reached the rank of Praetorian. [2]

Paints

For more information, see Category:F8 Lightning series § Paints.

The following paints (skins) can be used on all variants of the F8C Lightning.

Image Paint Name Description Price (aUEC) Price ($)
"Shockwave" Green tinted gold colouring with dark grey and red accents.

Limited edition. Reward to Concierge backers who reached the rank of Wing Commander. [3]

[not available] (reward)
"Stormfire" Metallic silver in colour with grey accents.

Limited edition. Reward to backers who claimed a Platinum License during the annual Birthday Hunt. [4]

[not available] (reward)

Series military variants

None of the military variants are available to the general public for purchase.

Image Name Description
F8A Lightning The next generation space superiority fighter, the original F8 on which the F8C is based off.

Universe availability

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Gallery

Development

  • The F8C Lightning was available as the Wing Commander concierge reward which is introduced in January 2018.[5]
  • The F8 Lightning was designed by Chris Smith (Lead Vehicle Artist)[6] and Gavin Rothery (Freelance Conceptist).[7]
  • CIG released the F8C Lightning to owners on 10 October, 2023 in Alpha 3.20.0b.[4] At the same time, a special event was held where players could obtain access to the F8C in several ways:[4]
    • Obtain a gold license, looted from crates in the PU. When you turned this into a rental kiosk, the player would gain access to an F8C for 24 hours, and be able to purchase the ship on the Pledge Store.
    • Obtain a platinum license, only obtainable by taking it from CIG developers in-game. Once obtained, all other players across the server will be alerted to your location. If the player manages to bring it to a ship dealership, they could obtain permanent ownership of the F8C, with LTI.

References

  1. ↑ Galactapedia: F8C Lighting. Galactapedia
  2. ↑ Knowledge Base: Concierge Levels and Rewards. Knowledge Base
  3. ↑ Knowledge Base: Concierge Levels and Rewards. Knowledge Base
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 The Hunt Is On - 2023. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2023-10-11
  5. ↑ Concierge Levels and Rewards. Knowledge Base. Retrieved 2021-05-28
  6. ↑ Reverse the Verse 2.16( transcript)
  7. ↑ Gavin Rothery: Star Citizen Hardware and Ship Design
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