Scrutiny

The Scrutiny-class carries scanning equipment that would be classified as surveillance hardware in any other context. The Confederacy classifies it as "routine inspection capability" and declines to elaborate on the distinction. Three utility slots accommodate the full sensor suite: spectral analysis, cargo density mapping, and a signature library that is updated daily from Confederacy central records. One weapon mount is included for "procedural compliance enforcement." The official customs hail is seventeen words long and includes a citation number.