Militech Basilisk

The Militech Basilisk is a two seater hovertank manufactured by Militech in.

Overview
The Basilisk has a single cannon, which is controlled by the driver and which fires forward only.

Unlike all other vehicles in the game, it has a steering mechanism which actually works, for mouse and keyboard users at least - you steer it in the same way as you steer V when walking, just by pointing it with the mouse. This makes it much more controllable and easier to drive than any other vehicle in the game.

Aldecaldo Basilisk
The Aldecaldos managed to steal a Basilisk from a Militech transport in order to be able to defend themselves from the Wraiths. Unlike other Basilisks, Mitch Anderson and other clan members modified the tank to include a missile launcher and other improvements, also tuning its body with Aldecaldo vinyl stickers.

During The Star ending, V and Panam Palmer will use it to breach the Arasaka defenses in order to access Mikoshi. Later Mitch will dangerously use it solo to help the rest of Aldecaldos in the battle. After mildly succeeding in their quest, V and the Aldecaldos will use the Basilisk to cross the border to Southern California through one of the "famous Aldecaldo tunnels".

Database Entry

 * "Basilisk" is a fitting name for this line of Militech armored vehicle. Muck like the mythical monster that is its namesake, one look at this beast is enough to knock you on your back. As the characteristic silhouette of the Basilisk appears on the horizon, even the most formidable enemy forces will throw up their hands in unconditional surrender. An attempt at retreat is an exercise in futility - there is no escape from the Basilisk. This panzer, despite its tremendous size, moves across desert terrain with incredible grace and speed, like a predator in pursuit of terrified prey. Then, with just one shot from its high-caliber cannon, it turns its prey into steaming smear of blood on a hot slab of desert stone.