Max_Lego Posted December 6, 2025 Posted December 6, 2025 (edited) This weird, out-of-the-norm collaboration occurred during the Bakura incident; both the New Republic and Imperial governments had it classified. At some point during the Ssi-Ruuvi invasion, Wedge Antilles and the New Republic Starfleet were contacted by Gallius Rax and invited to test the new, recently unclassified Frei-Tek E-7 prototype starfighter (nicknamed 'E-wing') in a dogfight simulation against the late treacherous ex-Grand Admiral Zaarin's pet project - one of the few remaining 'Defender' prototypes, which survived then-Admiral Thrawn's epic thwart of Zaarin's attempted coup. Corellian authorities and Diktat Gallamby agreed to observe the upcoming collaboration in order to prevent any hostilities from both sides (Gallamby was trusted by the New Republic government despite his agreements with the Empire) and make sure the ships' weapons are not loaded with ammo. Wedge and Frei-Tek executives cautiously agreed, seeing the challenge as relatively simple - they knew Thrawn easily destroyed Zaarin's 'Defenders' with what became known as the mass-produced TIE Interceptors. Little did they know that the ship tested by Rax was not one of the bulky, heavy and inert prototype ships Zaarin employed during his failed coup... ...But a slim and agile improved version, painted in a happy bright red colour, uncharacteristic for most Imperial vessels. Thanks to lighter and more compact hyperdrive and shield generators, this starfighter's frame lost much weight, allowing better flight performance to be achieved. The test went surprisingly well, and in the end both sides agreed that their opponents' ships were the best deal in each Starfleet. - Honestly, you are a much better pilot than I expected, - Wedge told Rax, - but why did you decide to contact me out of all people? Is it because of my reputation? - This and one other thing, - the Commissar answered, - I read your recent interview to Voren Na'al and noticed that it was obviously redacted by the latter; especially the part about your girlfriend's death. I don't think you hate our Empire that much; you joined the Rebellion not out of hate like Leia Organa or Luke Skywalker, but rather out of despair... - We're not going into that direction, - Wedge said harshly, - thanks for the collaboration; I hope to never meet you again... in battle, at least. - As you wish, - Rax grinned creepily, - but always remember: if the New Republic government is to be taken over by people whose ideas and methods you won't be able to cope with, I am personally ready to forgive you the destruction of the Death Star... - Thanks. This will never happen. - You have hope... ... Roughly two years later, Wedge Antilles and Gallius Rax met again - ironically it was during the battle of Sluis Van, which set off the Thrawn Campaign. Rax flew his 'Red star' once more, while Wedge and his comrades had their trusty X-wings - the E-wing was yet to enter production. Even more ironic was the fact that both pilots and their ships survived the battle; however, this was just the beginning... ... Pictures of the New Republic's E-7 'E-wing', developed by the Frei-Tek corporation, in Blue squadron colours: The ship's landing gear is retractable: For judging purposes please note that the red TIE Defender isn't a new build Edited December 6, 2025 by Max_Lego Quote
Sentinel_Brix Posted December 11, 2025 Posted December 11, 2025 Neat E-Wing moc! I like how you solved the Cockpit with that large window and the thrusters' black vector plates are an intriguing detail too. Quote
Professor Thaum Posted December 23, 2025 Posted December 23, 2025 Just popped into this one. Very nice E wing for sure. Good work mate ! Quote
Max_Lego Posted January 6 Author Posted January 6 On 12/11/2025 at 7:25 PM, Sentinel_Brix said: Neat E-Wing moc! I like how you solved the Cockpit with that large window and the thrusters' black vector plates are an intriguing detail too. On 12/23/2025 at 1:09 PM, Professor Thaum said: Just popped into this one. Very nice E wing for sure. Good work mate ! Thank you both for your kind comments! Sorry for the late answer, I had trouble with my internet connection Quote
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