The Cloud Hopper training skiff
This is a small, compact open vessel designed for use in teaching young Sky Gnome. It is often given as a rite of passage after the child has mastered the basics of air currents and knot-tying. It is a simple sailboat, usually called a skiff or dinghy.
- Hull: it is a light, bowl-shaped hull made almost entirely from lightweight, buoyant Liftwood. It is shallow and stable, with a rounded bottom to make it aerodynamic.
- Size: it is only large enough to comfortably seat one sky gnome or two very young apprentices, and measures about 3 ft long.
- Propulsion: a large, flexible sail catches the horizontal Trade Winds and is steered by rear air-rudders.
- Safety: the open cockpit features a seat for the pilot (small), or 2 if they are Tiny.
Power Generation
Only the more expensive skiffs have engines to increase their speed.
Propulsion
It is propelled by wind in the sail.
Weapons & Armament
Only higher-level ships get weapons; children would not be allowed to have powerful weapons anyway.
Armor and defense
Only for higher-level ships.
Communication Tools & Systems
Second-tier skiffs can fit a radio and a survival beacon.
Sensors
Second or third-tier skiffs have basic sensors.
Class
Nickname
Gimble's skiffs
Designation
TC (training craft)
Manufacturer
Owning Organization
Current location
Price
100 gp
Rarity
common
Related Technologies
Width
4 ft
Length
12 ft
Height
15 ft
Weight
50 lbs
Speed
30 ft
Complement / Crew
1
Cargo & Passenger Capacity
200 lbs
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