Viper

Description
The Viper is the fastest Frigate in the game. This ship is good for distracting Starbase Turrets.

Advantages

 * Extremely high mobility, highest in the game if you don't consider the Revenue or Toyota.
 * High firepower for a Frigate.
 * One of the best choices for a distraction while sieging and can be used to change the tide of war.
 * Great choice as a beginner ship.

Disadvantages

 * High costs.
 * No Turrets.
 * Low hull and shields.
 * Weak against hull.

Strategy

 * It is very good for attacking Battleships and Dreadnoughts from below and dodging all return fire.
 * It can be used to distract enemy base turrets from other siege ships by going just inside the range of base heavy lasers. The base will rarely land a hit if the Viper is kept at top speed (330).
 * It is an excellent choice whenever speed and small size are key.
 * Great at attacking siege ships when defending your base.
 * If you go to the height limit of the map and warp to an enemy base, you can give some support fire to a siege.
 * A good choice for scouting bases before an attack by outrunning base Turrets.

Trivia

 * It is a replica of the Viper Mark III from "Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome.
 * It is a popular ship for newer players.
 * It has an instant warp?
 * Rcouret's favorite ship