Raze-class battle cruiser

Raze-class Battle Cruiser

The Raze-class Battle Cruiser was a Sith ship famed for its powerful direct engagement capabilities with Republic craft. In the Rise of the Empire era, it was refitted by Khrado Ragnos to meet modern standards of spacecraft. Though many larger ships took precedence, the well-armed nature of the Raze Cruiser ensured its continued usage throughout the conquests of Ragnos and his apprentice Tak Sakaros.

Characteristics and Capabilities
Unlike most of the ancient Sith ships, which Khrado Ragnos redesigned for a sleeker and more Republicesque look, the Raze Cruiser was left with an insectoid look. Ragnos found it similar to the pirahna beetles he had encountered on Yavin 4, and thought the resemblance would be intimidating to others. The Raze had light durasteel "wings", used both for maneuvering and to shield the ship's complex engine array from bombardment. It also featured a double-viewport bridge, giving the impression of insect eyes. For its size, the Raze Cruiser was heavily armed and more than a match for a ship its size.

In most engagements, Ragnos and later Sakaros deployed Raze Cruisers in pairs or sets of three, using their greater maneuverability and speed to work in tandem against larger ships. More than once, Sakaros was able to use a pair of Raze Cruisers to subdue and capture an Imperial Star Destroyer. In addition, the Cruisers were armed with sufficient laser cannons as to be able to repulse an unconcentrated fighter attack. The only weakness of the Raze Cruiser was its size; rarely could one operate alone, and when isolated they could be easily defeated.