Praxeum-class Strike Cruiser

The newest heavy cruiser in Confederate service.

Details
During the latter stages of the Durgasi Conflict, it became apparent that the aging Njord - and to a degree, the Skaadi - class Cruisers simply did not have the necessary firepower to deal with larger enemy ships. The solution was the Praxeum-class Strike Cruiser. Originally designed for use by Confederate Intelligence, the introduction of the Praxeum resulted in a halt of the production of Njord and Skaadi-class cruisers, in favor of the Praxeum Strike Cruiser.

The Praxeum uses several innovations (at least compared to the rest of the Confederate Navy). First and foremost, the hangars of the Praxeum is located in the prow. The sheer size of the hangar entrance enables the vessel to launch all of its fighters at once. Secondly, it carries an entire squadron of Intruder Assault Boats. Finally, the Praxeum replaces the usual laser cannons with point defense laser cannons, which at the time of the introduction of this class was an experimental system.