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- L-21 WOLF
- Could you introduce the Kruger brand for those unfamiliar with it, and for lore enthusiasts, are there any new developments or changes to Kruger’s lore with this ship’s release?
- Does the Wolf have a quantum drive?
- What unique design elements or features do the team want to highlight most on this new ship?
- Does Kruger bring a unique ship UI style to the Wolf?
- Given Kruger’s distinctive styling, with the cockpit positioned in the mid section, how does this placement impact pilot visibility?
- The current release of the Wolf does not include accessible physicalized components. Are there plans to add them in a future update?
- What kind of playstyle is the Wolf designed for? What roles or situations does it truly excel in?
- Where does Wolf sit in the Light Fighter lineup compared to other options, like the Anvil Arrow or Aegis Gladius?
- How does Wolf perform against Medium and Heavy Fighters?
- Does it have any storage space or FPS weapon racks?
- Will the fin affect the ship’s aerodynamics? Can it be toggled using the VTOL keybind?
- Is there a way to manually retract or deploy the Wolf's weapons while in SCM?
- Kruger previously created a racing variant of the Merlin, the Archimedes. Are there any plans to develop a similar racing-focused variant of the Wolf?
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L-21 WOLF
A symphony of past and present, Kruger’s new Light Fighter blends golden-age aerospace styling with ultra-modern technology, proving the old ways can still be the best.
We asked the Vehicle and Gameplay teams a few questions about this new addition to the Kruger family. Here are the answers, straight from the devs themselves.
Could you introduce the Kruger brand for those unfamiliar with it, and for lore enthusiasts, are there any new developments or changes to Kruger’s lore with this ship’s release?
Renowned for their manufacturing precision and expertise, Kruger Intergalactic is the UEE's premier custom parts manufacturer with longstanding contracts with RSI, Behring, and other industry titans. As their success grew, Kruger methodically expanded operations into weapons manufacturing before partnering with RSI on the P-series snub fighters for the Constellation. The L-21 Wolf is the first ship independently developed and manufactured by the company and beautifully blends their unique design aesthetic with centuries of manufacturing expertise. To celebrate this exciting new era, Kruger updated their logo to use a sleek silver and white color scheme to embody the subtle elegance they strive for in their products.
Does the Wolf have a quantum drive?
Yes. It’s Kruger’s first fully functional spaceship, not a snub craft like their previous offerings.
What unique design elements or features do the team want to highlight most on this new ship?
Being the first ship independently developed by Kruger, we wanted to reintroduce the Kruger brand and use it as an excuse to explore the unique visuals of the manufacturer. We also wanted to:
- Push the elegance of what a combat ship is in our universe
- Show there is room for smooth and sleek lines on a deadly combat-focused ship
- Hark back to the 50's era of concept vehicles and design that we have lost over time
- Mix clean, flowing lines with a very aggressive cockpit location, intimidating weapons, and a landing stance that echoes historic single-seater warplanes
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Does Kruger bring a unique ship UI style to the Wolf?
The L-21 Wolf features an adapted version of the generic UI to fit its unique and elegant dashboard. However, a bespoke UI style for Kruger is in development.
Given Kruger’s distinctive styling, with the cockpit positioned in the mid section, how does this placement impact pilot visibility?
As the L-21 Wolf is a pure combat ship, player visibility was one of the key design goals when we set out with the early concepting. Originally, we had the cockpit sit further back on the body. However, we discovered this did impact player visibility in a negative way.
We iterated on the cockpit and the pilot’s seating position early on to be confident we could make a ship that flies as good as it looks. The pilot’s combat experience was always high on the priority list.
The current release of the Wolf does not include accessible physicalized components. Are there plans to add them in a future update?
Whilst the current release of the Wolf does not have accessible components, they are physicalised in the correct positions and will be accessible and physically swappable in a future patch.)/star-citizen-kruger-wolf-side-8k-ren.jpg)
What kind of playstyle is the Wolf designed for? What roles or situations does it truly excel in?
The L-21 Wolf is a dedicated Light Fighter built for close-quarters engagements against other small craft. Its role centers on fast-paced dogfights, where it leverages good maneuverability, high speed, and sharp acceleration. These qualities make it a dangerous threat, not only to ships in its own class, but also to those in adjacent roles, including Medium and Heavy Fighters.
Where does Wolf sit in the Light Fighter lineup compared to other options, like the Anvil Arrow or Aegis Gladius?
The L-21 Wolf is a Light Fighter that pushes the limits of maneuverability and acceleration, placing it among top contenders like the Arrow in terms of handling and size.
However, compared to other light fighters in its class, such as the Gladius, the Wolf has a less resilient hull and a higher emissions profile than its competitors.
As a result, pilots will need to carefully manage the double S1 shield HPs.
How does Wolf perform against Medium and Heavy Fighters?
Compared to other classes, the L-21 Wolf offers significantly superior handling and a respectable amount of firepower to take on larger opponents, provided it doesn't stay exposed to enemy fire.)/star-citizen-kruger-wolf-dusk-fly-8k.jpg)
Does it have any storage space or FPS weapon racks?
Yes, the pilot has an external storage on the starboard side, located behind the wing, and a small weapons rack on the port side toward the rear of the ship.
Will the fin affect the ship’s aerodynamics? Can it be toggled using the VTOL keybind?
The fin in the initial release is tied to the landing gear state only, we are investigating player control options to allow it to be manually toggled in a future patch. It currently does not dynamically impact aerodynamic handling, though when the Control Surfaces feature hits the PU you can expect it to have an impact in atmospheric yaw ability.
Is there a way to manually retract or deploy the Wolf's weapons while in SCM?
Yes, you are able to manually toggle weapons via the relevant hotkey, which triggers the retract and deploy animation.
Kruger previously created a racing variant of the Merlin, the Archimedes. Are there any plans to develop a similar racing-focused variant of the Wolf?
Currently, there are no plans to develop a racing variant. However, we would love one as we feel it fits well within Kruger's brand identity, but we will have to see what happens in the future. )/star-citizen-wolf-upgrade-banner-full.jpg)
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