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*{{Main|Basilikon Astra}}
Because the '''Quest for Knowledge''' can involve long, arduous forays into unexplored space; the Adeptus Mechanicus have at their disposal a large fleet of starships. It is important that these vessels be heavily armed and armoured, not only for their own protection from those who covet their technology but to engage in combat when necessary to secure vital data or artefacts that may prove crucial to the Quest. Though the total number of ships the Adeptus Mechanicus has at its disposal dispersed among its many forge worlds is far outnumbered by that of the Imperial Navy, it goes without saying that those responsible for all starship construction reserve for themselves among the most powerful and best-equipped warships encountered anywhere in the Imperium.{{CMEFn|55}}
Mechanicus fleets have access to the same types of vessels as the [[Imperial Fleet]], as well as other unique vessels such as the near-legendary [[Ark Mechanicus]].{{Fn|5}}
*{{Endn|53}}: [[Only War: Shield of Humanity]], pg. 41
*{{Endn|54}}: [https://regimental-standard.com/2021/04/21/introducing-the-guardsman-to-skitarius-phrasebook/ Regimental Standard: Introducing the Guardsman-to-Skitarius Phrasebook (posted 21 April 2021)] ''(Page archived 21 April 2021. Last accessed 22 March 2025.)''
*{{Endn|55}}: [[Fanatic Online #92]] - Vessels of Mars: Ships of the Adeptus Mechanicus
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