FCFS Beacon (SH-BCN-X100): Freestar Collective’s Versatile Support Ship

The FCFS Beacon is the newest addition to the Freestar Collective Frontier Scout (FCFS) fleet, marking a bold step forward in Freestar’s efforts to expand and defend its frontier. Designed and manufactured by Starhawk Industries, the Beacon is a versatile support vessel that embodies the Freestar Collective’s ingenuity and resilience.

This iconic ship will also feature prominently in the Beyond the Frontier - FCFS Fleet Mod, currently in development, which brings the entire Freestar Scout fleet to Starfield!

The FCFS Beacon was conceived in direct response to the United Colonies’ resurrection of the Navigator Corps (UCNC), a move that signaled a renewed push for expansion and militarization from Freestar’s rival. Recognizing the strategic importance of a modernized fleet, Freestar leaders commissioned the creation of a new class of multi-role ships to bolster the Freestar Collective Frontier Scouts.

The Beacon joins the Sentinel and Nomad in the FCFS fleet, each serving a vital role: • The FCFS Sentinel acts as the fleet’s capital ship, smaller yet strategically focused compared to the UCNC’s Invictus-class flagship. • The FCFS Nomad, a prototype support vessel, excels in reconnaissance with its modular bays supporting specialized missions. • The FCFS Beacon is the fleet’s logistical and support powerhouse, providing communications relays, resupply operations, and fleet repair capabilities.

The Beacon’s creation underscores Freestar’s commitment to maintaining its independence and competing with the growing technological edge of the United Colonies. With the Sentinel leading the charge and the Nomad scouting the unknown, the Beacon ensures the fleet remains connected, supplied, and mission-ready at all times.