When Vaught Systems' FT design group was asked to create a light fighter, they decided to build the quickest, most maneuverable ship in space. The Slayer is that.

The Slayer prototype, first launched at the super-secret Vaught facility on Tylus 1, was a far cry from the agile knife-fighter it ultimately became. The LK-6800 engines provided uneven thrust and turning ability suffered accordingly. Several weapons packages were discarded as ineffective or simply too heavy before the present model, with the new LM-5000 power plant and fire and forget missile system, made its debut. When 2 squadrons of these nimble fighters appeared on the screens of the Stoll Corporation 3rd heavy fighter group during the Interdiction of Osis, the Stoll Commander dismissed them as "a pack of harmless runabouts". Three hours later, amid the wreckage of his fleet, it is assumed he had changed his mind somewhat. Although heavy fighters have now devised tactics to allow them to deal somewhat with the agility of this type, at that point sitting still and throwing heavy slugs everywhere wasn't very effective.

For the new RKF-6C pilot, remember that this ship will out-manuever anything else in space... including many missiles. Always keep it turning in one plane or another... there's apt to be something out there heading your way, and your ship won't stand much pounding at all before you're sucking vacuum. Your Dogfight missiles are best used against other light fighters. For taking on the heavies... a liberal dose of Disco Ball works wonders…also, bring friends. The light damage done by the DF missiles, and your limited ammo load, mean you won't be taking out many Juggernauts by yourself. Save the HE mines for escapes. A pursuer is sure to be deterred if you leave a gift behind you.

Loadout:

Standard Railgun (RG) - 400 rounds
Dogfight Missile (DF-MS) - 8
Disco Ball Mines - 2
HE Mines (MN) - 2
Pilot Laser - 1
Laser Gunner station - 1