Travel the Greater Ion Valley
While Ion Valley can be a breathtaking place with sights to see, you’ll need a way to get there first! With the vast array of travel choices, it may get confusing on what is right for you. Below are some key methods of travel that will have something for everyone. Some ships are strictly government operated, but if you sign up for the public services, you just might find yourself behind the stick of one! Never stop dreaming and enlist today!
If you need to make your way around Ion Valley, the most popular form of transit is the marvelous high speed rail system. With Voltrak Railways running the show, thousands of people make their commute every day on this timely service.
While airships may be the ultimate method of travel, the railway prices can’t be beat! These high speed maglev trains are no slouch either, as you’ll be traveling at a blistering 280mph! Get your ticket today and see Ion Valley like you’ve never seen it before!
TYPE: Maglev Train
CAPACITY: 300+ Passengers
TOP SPEED: 280 mph / 450 kph
PRIMARY USE: Public Transit
Mantis
Military Defender
The Mantis is the only ship in the I.V.P.D. fleet that is still used for military operations. Similar to the Dragonfly, this ship has been re-outfitted with more civilian colors and presentation. This beast is equipped with dual electric pulse cannons along with an even larger retractable cannon underneath.
Its primary attack fires a stream of pulse lasers, which can decimate large areas with ease. It’s clean, efficient, and only requires a quick recharge between firing. It’s also extremely quiet, giving it stealth abilities.
TYPE: Assault Aircraft
DIMENSIONS: 60 x 65 x 18
CAPACITY: 1 Passenger
TOP SPEED: 370 mph / 595 kph
ABILITY: Brutal Assault
PRIMARY USE: Military Defense
Icarus
Exotic Aircraft
Developed by Solar Ionics, the Icarus was designed for civilian operation and for those that wanted a little thrill in their life. This particular ship had a very limited production run, making it quite the exclusive aircraft to own.
However, this does come at a cost, as this ship runs a very high price, but what you get is a blistering experience that will propel you to 450mph! Even during its production, Solar Ionics had been under scrutiny for making it faster than any government ships, hence the limited production.
TYPE: Light Aircraft
DIMENSIONS: 70 x 65 x 20
CAPACITY: 2 Passengers
TOP SPEED: 450 mph / 724 kph
ABILITY: Speed / Stealth
PRIMARY USE: Thrill Ride
Dragonfly
Scout Aircraft
As a decommissioned fighter class airship from decades ago, the Dragonfly has been retrofitted for civilian operation and public services. However, there are limited weaponized versions of this aircraft, packing serious firepower from guns under the nose.
Being one of the first modern airships, the electricity inside its loops create an electromagnetic levitation system that allows vertical takeoff. The main engine on the back will get this beast up to a solid 400mph! Due to it’s quick speed and smooth travel, these are ideally used in parameter scouting and observation.
TYPE: Light Aircraft
DIMENSIONS: 40 x 35 x 12
CAPACITY: 1 Passenger
TOP SPEED: 400 mph / 643 kph
ABILITY: Air Assault
PRIMARY USE: Terrain Scout
Enforcer
Police Cruiser
Specifically to be non-lethal, the Enforcer was designed for the I.V.P.D. and the greater Ion Valley region. Like a bag and tag system, the two prongs in the center act as giant tasers, while there’s a device that launches a capture net once the assailant is zapped to the ground.
The net then hoists the suspect up inside the ship into a holding area. The pilot area also has a spacious 270 degree viewing canopy when doing surveillance. Higher ranking I.V.P.D. officers are privileged using them for private use as well.
TYPE: Light Aircraft
DIMENSIONS: 54 x 40 x 20
CAPACITY: 4 Passengers
TOP SPEED: 300 mph / 595 kph
ABILITY: Non-lethal Detainment
PRIMARY USE: Law Enforcement
Skybus
Public Transit
If you need to be somewhere quick, the Skybus is the best ticket. For those without their own private ships, if you aren’t taking the city trolley or train, you’ll be flying in one of these. Developed in collaboration between Solar Ionics and Lockridge Industries, these ships not only get you to your destination quickly, but they’re luxurious as well.
With wide comfy chairs, lots of leg room, and fantastic inflight service, this method of travel is a constant temptation. The Skybus can seat well over 100 passengers and even has an observatory deck in the back. While they are used for public transit, they’re also used as stripped down cargo transport vessels, known as Skylifters.
TYPE: Heavy Aircraft
DIMENSIONS: 104 x 78 x 60
CAPACITY: 120 Passengers
TOP SPEED: 280 mph / 595 kph
ABILITY: Large Cargo Transport
PRIMARY USE: Public Transit