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==MSV Prism==

Following the conclusion of a number of successfully executed contracts, Penumbra has been able to expand its fleet to include a support ship, the MSV ''Prism''. This is registered as a private transport.

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<CENTER>The PFS ''Braismene'' during active service for the turian Hierarchy</CENTER>


'''History'''

The Prism began its service life in 2156, commissioned as the PFS ''Brasimene'', a fleet support frigate designed to act as a command and control hub. Its role was to co-ordinate surveillance, sensors and communications between ships of the fleet and provide countermeasures against enemy electronic warfare. After 25 years of active service, the ''Brasimene'' was decommissioned and prepared for sale.

Agents working for Kirroe Tuditan secured the purchase of the ''Brasimene'' for Penumbra Securities in 2184. It was christened the MSV ''Prism'' on completion of the sale.


'''Layout'''

The ''Prism'' retains the standard three-deck layout of turian frigates of it's class. Aside from cosmetic refit and alterations of internal space, the layout is largely unchanged.

''Top Deck - Command and Enhanced Sensor Station''

In the bow of the command deck is the cockpit with the pilot stations. The bridge and CIC are towards the rear of that section, as is the turian style. To the aft of the top deck is the communications and sensor station, an area almost as large as the bridge featuring all the enhanced capabilities. 

''Middle Deck - Laboratories, Medical Suite and Quarters''

In a regular turian fighting frigate, the middle deck would be dominated by the spinal mass acceleration gun, but support vessels are designed to utilise the space differently. To the fore are a pair of laboratories with full quarantine protocols. Next is an expanded medical suite able to support ten care beds and its own dedicated medical lab. The remaining half of the deck is the habitation space, living quarters, crew sleeper pods, mess hall and escape pods. At the stern is the senior crew quarters and captain's cabin and office.

''Bottom Deck - Engineering and Storage''

The bottom deck houses the engineering section with the drive core and an expanded computing room. Towards the aft is the hangar, armoury and main cargo hold.


'''Capabilities'''

The ''Prism'' has military-grade ablative armour, kinetic barriers and propulsion. These have been updated with the best commercially-available after-market packages. It also boasts an enhanced sensory array and communication suite, with the latest e-warfare packages and significant data processing capacity.

GARDIAN point defense lasers provide close protection from enemy torpedoes and fighters in "knife fight" range.

For internal security, there are six dormant Mk V ''Orcus''-class combat mechs which can be activated to repel boarders.


'''Vehicles'''

The ''Prism'''s hangar carries a number of vehicles which enhance the force projection and operational capability of Penumbra. These include:
*Two multi-role [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/A-61_Mantis_Gunship A-61 Mantis gunships] able to provide air support, rapid extraction and orbital fighter cover. Designated Raptor Three and Raptor Four.
*A [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/UT-47_Kodiak_Drop_Shuttle UT-47 Kodiak Drop Shuttle] for bulk transport. Armed with door gun. Designated Umbra Two.
*A [http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/UT-47_Kodiak_Drop_Shuttle UT-47 Kodiak Drop Shuttle] configured with advanced sensory, communications and e-warfare suites, able to act as a mobile command post and drone operating base. Designated Aegis.

Additional vehicles may be hired on as required.


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