AL Yukikaze

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Famously known as the "Fortune Ship" for her achievements in the Great War. She's arrogant and believes that all her success is due to her ability. Gets upset when ignored and left alone. There is a rivalry between her and ''Shigure'', although neither is sure why this is the case. From the game Azur Lane.<br><br>''{{#var:ship_name}}'' was first released for sale worldwide on 1 May 2019.
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Tier VIII Premium Japanese destroyer ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' is a clone of Tier VIII tech tree destroyer ''[[Kagero]]'' with two major changes: she is locked into equipping the Type F3 torpedoes rather than offering captains a choice between the Type 90 mod. 1's or Type 93 mod. 2's as ''Kagero'' does, and she cannot equip the {{Torpedo Reload Booster}} consumable.  Fans of ''Kagero'' will find that ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' offers them a slightly different, high-risk, high-reward play style.  

In all other aspects, ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' is identical to ''Kagero'': speed, handling, detection... even down to her near-complete lack of an AA suite.  The Japanese torpedo-destroyer branch becomes challenging to excel in at high tiers, but like ''Kagero'', ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' provides all the tools necessary for captains to do just that; they need only bring patience and a willingness to learn how to handle her. 

As for playing her, players should note that ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' only being able to slot Type F3 torpedoes comes with one major downside compared to her tech tree clone: the lack of range. A mere 8km of range on the F3s will prove difficult to use in a game fighting enemy ships with Radar or in a carrier game. On the contrary to their comparatively low range, the F3s hit extremely hard, are one of the fastest torpedoes at the tier, and will reward players who make smart decisions, take strong positions, and have patience. As most IJN destroyers above tier 6 or so, ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' has identical guns to ''Kagero'', which have extremely hard-hitting HE shells but a rather low rate of fire. This requires players to take smart fights against enemy destroyers as a straight gunfight will usually result in sending you back to the port.

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* Lowest detection range of all Tier VIII destroyers.
* Fast, powerful torpedoes that hit extremely hard.
* Good handling; same turning circle as her predecessors, quick rudder shift.
* High damage HE shells, useful for engaging enemy destroyers.

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* Mediocre top speed of 35 knots.
* Main battery is the typical sluggish, slow-reloading IJN DD guns.
* Painfully long torpedo reload time without access to {{Torpedo Reload Booster}}.
* AA is weak as the 127mm guns are not dual-purpose.

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As a premium ship, ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' doesn't have any upgrades to research.

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The recommended upgrades for ''{{#var:ship_name}}'' are as follows:
* '''Slot 1''': {{Main Armaments Modification 1}} 
* '''Slot 2''': {{Engine Room Protection}}
* '''Slot 3''': {{Torpedo Tubes Modification 1}}&nbsp;'''<nowiki>*</nowiki>'''
* '''Slot 4''': {{Propulsion Modification 1}}
* '''Slot 5''': {{Concealment System Modification 1}}

Torpedo Tubes Modification 1 further protects her tubes from incapacitation and adds 5 kts to torpedo speed.  {{Aiming Systems Modification 1}} and {{Main Battery Modification 2}} help her weak artillery if a hybrid build is desired.

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Take skills that enhance her survivability and torpedo performance.  'Grease the Gears' may be useful if you have an extra point to spend.

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| rating12 = 1 <!-- Liquidator -->
| rating13 =  <!-- Consumables Specialist -->
| rating14 =  <!-- Gun Feeder -->
| rating15 = 1 <!-- Incoming Fire Alert -->
| rating16 = 2 <!-- Preventive Maintenance -->

| rating21 =  <!-- Pyrotechnician -->
| rating22 = 2 <!-- Swift Fish -->
| rating23 = 2 <!-- Consumables Enhancements -->
| rating24 =  <!-- Extra-Heavy AP Shells -->
| rating25 =  <!-- Priority Target -->
| rating26 = 3 <!-- Last Stand -->

| rating31 =  <!-- Main Battery & AA Specialist -->
| rating32 = 2 <!-- Fill the Tubes -->
| rating33 = 2 <!-- Adrenaline Rush -->
| rating34 =  <!-- Inertial Fuse for HE Shells -->
| rating35 =  <!-- Superintendent -->
| rating36 = 1 <!-- Survivability Expert -->

| rating41 =  <!-- Main Battery & AA Expert -->
| rating42 = 2 <!-- Swift in Silence -->
| rating43 = 1 <!-- Radio Location -->
| rating44 =  <!-- Fearless Brawler -->
| rating45 = 3 <!-- Concealment Expert -->
| rating46 =  <!-- Dazzle -->
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''{{#var:ship_name}}'' equips the following consumables:
* '''Slot 1:''' {{Damage Control Party}}
* '''Slot 2:''' {{Smoke Generator}}
* '''Slot 3:''' {{Engine Boost}}

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''AL Yukikaze'' captains should mount standard signal flags to improve the ship's performance in battle. Sierra Mike ({{Sierra Mike|Size=18px}}) flags are highly recommended to increase the ship's top speed. November Foxtrot ({{November Foxtrot|Size=18px}}) and India Yankee ({{India Yankee|Size=18px}}) flags should be mounted to improve the ship's survivability.

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| Mike Yankee Soxisix = 
| India X-Ray = 1
| Juliet Whiskey Unaone = 2
| Victor Lima = 2
| Hotel Yankee =   

| November Foxtrot = 3
| Sierra Mike = 3
| India Delta = 
| Juliet Yankee Bissotwo = 
| India Yankee = 2
| Juliet Charlie = 2

| X-Ray Papa Unaone = 
| Sierra Bravo = 

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<h2>''Yukikaze'', 1940</h2>
===Construction===
:Builder: Sasebo Naval Yard; Sasebo, Japan
:Laid down: 2 August 1938
:Launched: 24 March 1939
:Commissioned: 20 January 1940
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===Specifications===
:2,033 tons displacement, standard
:2,600 tons displacement, full
:118.5m length
:10.8m beam
:3.76m draft 
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====Machinery====
:3 Kampon Boilers
:2 Kampon geared steam turbines
:500 tons fuel oil
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====Performance====
:35 knots at 52,000 shaft horsepower
:5,000 nm at 18 knots
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====Armament====
=====Main=====
:Six (3x2) 12.7cm/50 3rd Year Type
=====Anti-aircraft=====
:Four (2x2) 25mm/60 Type 96
=====Torpedoes=====
:Eight (2x4) 610mm Torpedo Tubes
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====Complement====
:240 officers and sailors
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[[File:Yukikaze underway 1939.jpg|none|frame|x350px|link=|''Kagero''-class destroyer ''Yukikaze'' underway, December 1939.]]

==History==
===Design===
After the success of the ''Asashio''-class of destroyers were venerated in their proficiency and capability, the Imperial Japanese determined that their next two classes of Type A destroyers would be based of the work established by this design. The first of the Type A classes became the ''Kagero''-class destroyers. The design choices seemed justified, the ''Kagero''-class compared very favourably with their American contemporaries. The Japanese ships had a heavier main artillery setup; although the US mounts had the benefit of dual-purpose capability. As well, although American destroyers had more torpedo tubes, Japanese destroyers had the benefit of reloads.

In order to streamline design time as much as possible, the ''Kagero''-class were nearly identical in hull design to their predecessors. Superficially, everything - even the superstructure layout - was identical to the ''Asashio''-class. Design-wise, one of the more noticeable differences was the placement of the torpedo storage rooms; in the ''Kagero''-class they were placed forward of their respective launchers. Propulsion wise, the new class used the same layout: 3 Kampon boilers feeding to two Kampon turbines. The greater efficiency of the newer boilers generated 2,000 shaft horsepower more than their predecessors, but this did not make any marked difference to the speed. Overall, the ''Kagero''-class had a slightly greater tonnage and a slightly wider beam; in order to improve stability. 

As her predecessor, ''Kagero''-class destroyers reused the identical armament layout as the Special Type (''[[Fubuki]]''-class) destroyers. Six 127mm guns found in 3 twin-gun mounts; one forward and a super firing pair aft. ''Kagero''-class used the Type C turret mounts for their guns; which has the distinct disadvantage of not possessing the ability to angle high enough to engage aircraft, but they were fully enclosed and were lighter than previous mounts. Located amidships were the 2 quadruple-torpedo launchers in their enclosed mounts. each were provided with one reload each. For anti aircraft defence, the destroyers were armed with 25mm auto-cannons in single and dual mounts. 

Throughout the Second World War, the ''Kagero''-class underwent constant service modifications. From late 1942 to 1943, further AA mounts were added, and the installed dual mounts were upgraded to triple mounts. From late 1943 to 1944, the X turret was removed to make more space for 25mm mounts. As well, many scuttles were welded over to increase hull integrity. As front-line ships, ''Kagero''-class received priority for radar installation. In early 1944 a radar room was built into the foremast with a No.22 radar set. Later in 1944 a No.13 set was installed in the aft mainmast. 

In total, 19 destroyers of this class were built for the Imperial Japanese Navy; the first 15 ships proposed for the 1937 Naval shipbuilding programme, and the last 4 spilled into the 1939 programme. 


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File:Yuki39.jpg|''Yukikaze'' as she appeared in 1939.
File:Yukirabaul.jpg|''Yukikaze'' off Rabaul, 1943.
File:Yuki46.jpg|''Yukikaze'' post war as a reparation ship, 1946.
File:Yukibridge.jpg|''Yukikaze''’s bridge in 1947.
File:Yukitokyoaft.jpg|''Yukikaze'' in Tokyo alongside escort ship Shisaka, May 26, 1947.
File:Yukitokyobow.jpg|''Yukikaze'' in Tokyo, May 26, 1947.
File:Yukitan.jpg|''Yukikaze'' in Chinese service as ROCS ''Tan Yang''.
File:Yukitan2.jpg|''Yukikaze'' as ''Tan Yang'' from the port side.

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# [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_destroyer_Yukikaze_(1939) Japanese destroyer Yukikaze (1939) - Wikipedia]
# [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kager%C5%8D-class_destroyer ''Kagerō''-class destroyer - Wikipedia]

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