RSI Skylark Launches at IAE 2956
The Skylark can now be bought separately from the Centaurus. See its weapons, new paints and the trade-off behind its tougher shields.
The RSI Skylark is now available on its own. The single-seat snub, first introduced as the Constellation Mk V Centaurus’s companion craft, gets its standalone release on 13 November as IAE 2956 opens in New Babbage.
RSI has also added it to the expo’s free-flight lineup for 13–14 November. Its new launch page confirms personal storage, a weapons rack and two shield generators alongside its fighter armament.
What the Skylark brings to a larger ship
The Skylark gives a carrier a small craft to send ahead for reconnaissance or launch as support in a fight. It measures seven metres long, 6.5 metres wide and 3.5 metres high, with a single pilot seat.
There is no quantum drive. The Skylark depends on another ship for long-distance travel, even though it can now be acquired separately from the Centaurus. RSI describes it as a companion for medium and large vessels; compatibility with a particular hangar or docking port still depends on the carrier.
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Three guns and two shields
The stock loadout lists three Size 2 CF-227 Badger repeaters on VariPuck gimbals, plus two RSI Skylark missile launchers. Protection comes from two Size 1 5SA “Rhada” shield generators.
CIG’s new IAE Q&A says the Skylark has more shields and health than existing snubs, but lower manoeuvrability than its peers. It trades some agility for greater resistance to incoming fire.
On the ground, personal storage and a weapons rack give the pilot access to equipment. The ship has no SCU cargo capacity, so those fittings serve the pilot rather than freight work.
Six finishes on the launch page
The paint selector shows Factory Standard, Convergence, Heritage, Patrician, Blackthorn and Magnitude. Heritage, Patrician and Blackthorn are the three additional finishes listed in the launch offers.
- Factory Standard: grey with white highlights.
- Convergence: blue with black and yellow highlights.
- Heritage: red and black with yellow highlights.
- Patrician: white and black with yellow highlights.
- Blackthorn: black and purple.
- Magnitude: blue with black and orange highlights; identified as a Chairman’s Club exclusive.
Try it during RSI’s IAE days
The Skylark is one of the ships marked “Fly Today For Free!” on the official RSI schedule for 13–14 November. The Galaxy and Constellation Mk V Centaurus are also in that lineup.
Our IAE 2956 article covers the wider event and ship debuts. For rental limits and the expo’s rewards, see the IAE FAQ.
Looking at the Centaurus pairing?
Explore the Constellation Mk V Centaurus listing for its included craft and insurance options.
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