The Basher is an early traverse helicopter. In contrast with the Slasher's conscript pilots, these combined gunship/transport choppers were seen as elite aircraft, used only by Citizen troops (Dedicated warrior class with political powers consisting only of either the founders of the NE and their legitimate descendants, or else "genetically pure" Europeans who have undergone the brutal initiation ordeals deliberately modeled on the Spartan Agoge). These machines were infamous for being used to deliver what were effectively professional warriors at pinpoint weak spots in the enemy's defenses and as reinforcements.
A tough nut to crack owning to it's armor and, with a good crew, potentially lethal in a dogfight, it'd become infamous for being a large tactical factor in the early conquest of most of Catalonia in the early phase of the NE/CIR War and for being the main initial drive for the ensuing arms race.

This particular aircraft is fitted with 4 250 lb bombs. instead of what'd be the usual infantry complement. This loadout is usually employed to clear out landing zones and support airborne troops on the ground.

Controls:
8: VTOL and Trim for Collective Pitch and Cyclic Roll respectively.
1: VTOL and Trim to aim machine guns.