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	=== Example Gameplay ===		=== Example Gameplay ===
	<youtube>https://youtu.be/~~sItwY4zHMtA~~</youtube>		<youtube>https://youtu.be/JI385r0G6Xo</youtube>

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	=== Example Gameplay ===		=== Example Gameplay ===
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	* Vulnerable to the sides - Do not let the Ocello cruisers get hit from the side, they will die.		* Vulnerable to the sides - Do not let the Ocello cruisers get hit from the side, they will die.
	* Valuable - Ocellos are so valuable that experienced ANS players have developed Size 3 Hybrid missiles designed to punch through Ocello point defense. Task Force Birch has "Ocello-Killer" missiles which can get through Cobalt's Pointe defense		* Valuable - Ocellos are so valuable that experienced ANS players have developed Size 3 Hybrid missiles designed to punch through Ocello point defense. Task Force Birch has "Ocello-Killer" missiles which can get through Cobalt's Pointe defense
			* Lacks complete softkill - missing Dazzler
	* No Anti-light capability - the Ocellos have only one armament, and it is 450mm guns. These do not perform well against light warships		* No Anti-light capability - the Ocellos have only one armament, and it is 450mm guns. These do not perform well against light warships

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	Cobalt also has two pieces of utility equipment. The [[component:e70-interrutpion-jammer\|Interruption Command Jammer]] which can send <span style="color:#c2ce52;">Command-seeker</span> missiles flying, and two [[component:e57-floodlight-illuminator\|Floodlight]] turrets. The Floodlight is an anti-jamming tool you can use to point at enemy Radar jamming to improve your ability to see enemies hidden by jamming. If that still doesn't reveal the enemy, use the [[component:rm50-parallax-radar\|Parallax's]] burn-through, and use the [[component:rf101-bullseye-radar\|Bullseye fire control radar]] to lock onto the <span style="color:purple;">purple burn through ping</span>.		Cobalt also has two pieces of utility equipment. The [[component:e70-interrutpion-jammer\|Interruption Command Jammer]] which can send <span style="color:#c2ce52;">Command-seeker</span> missiles flying, and two [[component:e57-floodlight-illuminator\|Floodlight]] turrets. The Floodlight is an anti-jamming tool you can use to point at enemy Radar jamming to improve your ability to see enemies hidden by jamming. If that still doesn't reveal the enemy, use the [[component:rm50-parallax-radar\|Parallax's]] burn-through, and use the [[component:rf101-bullseye-radar\|Bullseye fire control radar]] to lock onto the <span style="color:purple;">purple burn through ping</span>.

	Cobalt does have a few weaknesses though. From the side, Cobalt's [[Ship:ocello#450mm_Ocello:\|Ocello's]] can be killed quite quickly due to its 30cm of armor. This means the armor will deflect most shots, but only when the bow is pointed at the enemy. The fleet is also optimized for durability and simplicity. It thus has a far lower damage output than some other Protectorate starter fleets such as [[Starter Fleet Guide:Kyanite\|Kyanite Squadron]], [[Starter Fleet Guide:Garnet\|Garnet Squadron]], or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Zircon\|Zircon Squadron]], but a much better ability to fight sustained frontline engagements in open space. It’s also not particularly fast, as its [[component:big-raider\|'''FM580 'Raider' Drives''']] are good at dodging and acceleration, but not at getting them anywhere fast. This makes Cobalt supremely vulnerable to, say, a close-quarters beam ambush from [[Starter Fleet Guide:Willow\|TF Willow]] or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Ash\|TF Ash]]. Additionally, Cobalt lacks a [[component:l50-blackjack-laser-dazzler\|'''L50 'Blackjack' Laser Dazzler''']], leaving it vulnerable to Alliance <span style="color:#649e90;">EO</span> missiles. Try to group up with another fleet that covers this base, like [[Starter Fleet Guide:Garnet\|Garnet]]<ref>Which in turn lacks </ref> or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Kyanite\|Kyanite Squadron]].		Cobalt does have a few weaknesses though. From the side, Cobalt's [[Ship:ocello#450mm_Ocello:\|Ocello's]] can be killed quite quickly due to its 30cm of armor. This means the armor will deflect most shots, but only when the bow is pointed at the enemy. The fleet is also optimized for durability and simplicity. It thus has a far lower damage output than some other Protectorate starter fleets such as [[Starter Fleet Guide:Kyanite\|Kyanite Squadron]], [[Starter Fleet Guide:Garnet\|Garnet Squadron]], or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Zircon\|Zircon Squadron]], but a much better ability to fight sustained frontline engagements in open space. It’s also not particularly fast, as its [[component:big-raider\|'''FM580 'Raider' Drives''']] are good at dodging and acceleration, but not at getting them anywhere fast. This makes Cobalt supremely vulnerable to, say, a close-quarters beam ambush from [[Starter Fleet Guide:Willow\|TF Willow]] or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Ash\|TF Ash]]. Additionally, Cobalt lacks a [[component:l50-blackjack-laser-dazzler\|'''L50 'Blackjack' Laser Dazzler''']], leaving it vulnerable to Alliance <span style="color:#649e90;">EO</span> missiles. Try to group up with another fleet that covers this base, like [[Starter Fleet Guide:Garnet\|Garnet]]<ref>Which in turn lacks access to [[Starter_Fleet_Guide:Cobalt#SGM-299_'Killjoy'_Jammer_Decoy_[PD_Prio_Fired]\|Killjoy Jammer Decoys]] which Cobalt can cover for</ref> or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Kyanite\|Kyanite Squadron]].

	It is thus recommended to use this fleet in conjunction with cover to enable withdrawal and if necessary. Cobalt will always be able to hurt any Shelter Alliance fleet, just not quickly, and so maintaining range and guarding an important position for your team is crucial to using this fleet correctly. All that being said, if a player does mis-position by accident, Cobalt’s ease of use and durable construction means that it should survive your mistake.		It is thus recommended to use this fleet in conjunction with cover to enable withdrawal and if necessary. Cobalt will always be able to hurt any Shelter Alliance fleet, just not quickly, and so maintaining range and guarding an important position for your team is crucial to using this fleet correctly. All that being said, if a player does mis-position by accident, Cobalt’s ease of use and durable construction means that it should survive your mistake.

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Ocello Command Cruisers: Titanium Overture & Tungsten Crescendo

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	Cobalt also has two pieces of utility equipment. The [[component:e70-interrutpion-jammer\|Interruption Command Jammer]] which can send <span style="color:#c2ce52;">Command-seeker</span> missiles flying, and two [[component:e57-floodlight-illuminator\|Floodlight]] turrets. The Floodlight is an anti-jamming tool you can use to point at enemy Radar jamming to improve your ability to see enemies hidden by jamming. If that still doesn't reveal the enemy, use the [[component:rm50-parallax-radar\|Parallax's]] burn-through, and use the [[component:rf101-bullseye-radar\|Bullseye fire control radar]] to lock onto the <span style="color:purple;">purple burn through ping</span>.		Cobalt also has two pieces of utility equipment. The [[component:e70-interrutpion-jammer\|Interruption Command Jammer]] which can send <span style="color:#c2ce52;">Command-seeker</span> missiles flying, and two [[component:e57-floodlight-illuminator\|Floodlight]] turrets. The Floodlight is an anti-jamming tool you can use to point at enemy Radar jamming to improve your ability to see enemies hidden by jamming. If that still doesn't reveal the enemy, use the [[component:rm50-parallax-radar\|Parallax's]] burn-through, and use the [[component:rf101-bullseye-radar\|Bullseye fire control radar]] to lock onto the <span style="color:purple;">purple burn through ping</span>.

	Cobalt does have a few weaknesses though. From the side, Cobalt's [[Ship:ocello#450mm_Ocello:\|Ocello's]] can be killed quite quickly due to its 30cm of armor. This means the armor will deflect most shots, but only when the bow is pointed at the enemy. The fleet is also optimized for durability and simplicity. It thus has a far lower damage output than some other Protectorate starter fleets such as [[Starter Fleet Guide:Kyanite\|Kyanite Squadron]], [[Starter Fleet Guide:Garnet\|Garnet Squadron]], or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Zircon\|Zircon Squadron]], but a much better ability to fight sustained frontline engagements in open space. It’s also not particularly fast, as its [[component:big-raider\|'''FM580 'Raider' Drives''']] are good at dodging and acceleration, but not at getting them anywhere fast. This makes Cobalt supremely vulnerable to, say, a close-quarters beam ambush from [[Starter Fleet Guide:Willow\|TF Willow]] or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Ash\|TF Ash]].		Cobalt does have a few weaknesses though. From the side, Cobalt's [[Ship:ocello#450mm_Ocello:\|Ocello's]] can be killed quite quickly due to its 30cm of armor. This means the armor will deflect most shots, but only when the bow is pointed at the enemy. The fleet is also optimized for durability and simplicity. It thus has a far lower damage output than some other Protectorate starter fleets such as [[Starter Fleet Guide:Kyanite\|Kyanite Squadron]], [[Starter Fleet Guide:Garnet\|Garnet Squadron]], or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Zircon\|Zircon Squadron]], but a much better ability to fight sustained frontline engagements in open space. It’s also not particularly fast, as its [[component:big-raider\|'''FM580 'Raider' Drives''']] are good at dodging and acceleration, but not at getting them anywhere fast. This makes Cobalt supremely vulnerable to, say, a close-quarters beam ambush from [[Starter Fleet Guide:Willow\|TF Willow]] or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Ash\|TF Ash]]. Additionally, Cobalt lacks a [[component:l50-blackjack-laser-dazzler\|'''L50 'Blackjack' Laser Dazzler''']], leaving it vulnerable to Alliance <span style="color:#649e90;">EO</span> missiles. Try to group up with another fleet that covers this base, like [[Starter Fleet Guide:Garnet\|Garnet]]<ref>Which in turn lacks </ref> or [[Starter Fleet Guide:Kyanite\|Kyanite Squadron]].

	It is thus recommended to use this fleet in conjunction with cover to enable withdrawal and if necessary. Cobalt will always be able to hurt any Shelter Alliance fleet, just not quickly, and so maintaining range and guarding an important position for your team is crucial to using this fleet correctly. All that being said, if a player does ~~misposition~~ by accident, Cobalt’s ease of use and durable construction means that it should survive your mistake.		It is thus recommended to use this fleet in conjunction with cover to enable withdrawal and if necessary. Cobalt will always be able to hurt any Shelter Alliance fleet, just not quickly, and so maintaining range and guarding an important position for your team is crucial to using this fleet correctly. All that being said, if a player does mis-position by accident, Cobalt’s ease of use and durable construction means that it should survive your mistake.

	=== Missiles ===		=== Missiles ===

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 == Cobalt Squadron ==
 === [[Ship:ocello#450mm_Ocello:|'''Ocello Command Cruisers: Titanium Overture & Tungsten Crescendo''']] ===
-Dual heavy cruisers with all big guns. Cobalt Squadron is ideal for those who struggle with multi-tasking and would like to focus more on positioning a single formation very well. Manage your range and sightlines to pound isolated enemy formations into dust. Use of the HDG command to face towards the enemy at all times is absolutely essential for victory: the Ocello-class is highly durable, but only against incoming fire from the front. Further, moving alongside teammates will maximize your impact on the battle - Cobalt is equipped with an anti-missile jammer, anti-jamming illuminators, FCRs for locking targets, and eight point defence lasers, all of which can support nearby friendlies.
+Cobalt Squadron is the Protectorate version of [[Starter Fleet Guide:Oak|TF Oak]] and is designed to be an incredibly easy and durable fleet for those getting into the Protectorate. Simple to the extreme, it still can play a role in shaping the battlefield and supporting your team.
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 A [[Munition:sgm-1-balestra#Arming_Missiles|SGM-100 Balestra Missile]] with a <span style="color:#b41f32;">Wake-Homing Seeker</span> and a size 4 [[munition:hei|HE Impact warhead]].
 This missile is not intended for offensive usage, or indeed any usage at all during a typical match. Arming missiles exist so that a ship with an arming missile counts as being offensively armed, an important feature in the Control game-mode most multiplayer matches take place within. Thus, firing this missile is not advisable, besides in very niche circumstances.
 === Example Gameplay ===

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	==== ~~Titanium Overture~~ ====		=== Missiles ===
			==== SGM-299 'Killjoy' Jammer Decoy [PD Prio Fired] ====
			[[File:Screenshot 2026-09-24 035521.png\|thumb\|alt=Killjoy Jammer Decoy\|Killjoy Jammer Decoy]]
			A [[Munition:sgm-2-temptest#Killjoy_Jammer_Decoys\|SGM-200 Tempest Missile]] with a <span style="color:#b41f32;">Wake-Homing Seeker</span> and a [[munition:ssj\|Self-Screening Jammer]].
			This [[Munition:sgm-2-temptest#Killjoy_Jammer_Decoys\|Killjoy Jammer Decoy]] is a defensive decoy meant to decoy anti-radiation seekers such has <span style="color:#429a30;">Home On Jam Seekers</span> and <span style="color:#429a30;">Fixed Anti-Radiation Seekers</span>, as well as blind <span style="color:#429a30;">Active Radar Seekers</span> and <span style="color:#429a30;">Fixed Semi Active Radar Seekers</span>, including when these seekers are present as a backup after the primary seeker has been jammed. Its defensive doctrine is set to only ever fire when a manual PD Priority order is given, by default bound to the Z key, on an incoming missile's radar track. This method of launch will not work on visual tracks, it must be position fired if no radar coverage is present.

	==== ~~Tungsten Crescendo~~ ====		This Killjoy jammer decoy is unmatrixed, and as such it is not compatible with other ACMs present on the same ship. The upside is it will not automatically fire and immediately waste all of your decoys if the ship is left on PDMSL: AUTO, instead of you spending one missile per salvo.

			==== SGM-1 Ceremonial Arming Missile ====
			[[File:Screenshot 2026-09-09 223148.png\|thumb\|alt=Ceremonial Arming Missile\|Ceremonial Arming Missile]]
			A [[Munition:sgm-1-balestra#Arming_Missiles\|SGM-100 Balestra Missile]] with a <span style="color:#b41f32;">Wake-Homing Seeker</span> and a size 4 [[munition:hei\|HE Impact warhead]].
			This missile is not intended for offensive usage, or indeed any usage at all during a typical match. Arming missiles exist so that a ship with an arming missile counts as being offensively armed, an important feature in the Control game-mode most multiplayer matches take place within. Thus, firing this missile is not advisable, besides in very niche circumstances.

			=== Example Gameplay ===

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	== Cobalt Squadron ==		== Cobalt Squadron ==

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	== Cobalt Squadron ==		== Cobalt Squadron ==

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== Cobalt Squadron ==

=== [[Ship:ocello#450mm_Ocello:|'''Ocello Command Cruisers: Titanium Overture & Tungsten Crescendo''']] ===
Dual heavy cruisers with all big guns. Cobalt Squadron is ideal for those who struggle with multi-tasking and would like to focus more on positioning a single formation very well. Manage your range and sightlines to pound isolated enemy formations into dust. Use of the HDG command to face towards the enemy at all times is absolutely essential for victory: the Ocello-class is highly durable, but only against incoming fire from the front. Further, moving alongside teammates will maximize your impact on the battle - Cobalt is equipped with an anti-missile jammer, anti-jamming illuminators, FCRs for locking targets, and eight point defence lasers, all of which can support nearby friendlies.

==== Titanium Overture ====

==== Tungsten Crescendo ====