TIE Oppressor

The TIE Oppressor was a medium starfighter/bomber counterpart to the TIE Aggressor.

Characteristics
The Oppressor was an unusual design in that it combined the roles of Starfighter and Bomber in one ship. It had a heavy offense and an equally heavy defense. Its speed was somewhat faster than a bomber, but it could easily engage enemy starfighters if equipped with the appropriate ordinance.

The Oppressor's heavy armament consisted of two chin-mounted medium laser cannons and three missile launchers. Each launcher carried four concussion missiles, allowing it suprising power to fight capital ships. Often deployed with the faster TIE Aggressor for escort, the Oppressor could still defend itself if it needed to. It also carried mounts for engine boosters that allowed it to dupe enemy pilots into thinking they are slow, easy craft to kill. When an enemy closes in, it suddenly activates its boosters and performs a 180-degree turn, catching the enemy pilot off balance moments before killing him/her.

The Oppressor has heavy shielding, armor, and a hyperdrive. It is coupled with the TIE Aggressor for maximum effectiveness.