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Just completed a very fun bit of backstory explaining how Wernher von Kerman came to be a part of the Kerbal Space Program--paralleling the real world Project Paperclip that brought Wernher von Braun to the United States. Along the way we explained some of the lingering mysteries of KSP... or did we? The craft I used were loads of fun to build and fly, and so I'm sharing! First up, here's Der Fliegenstrudel, the saucer-like craft Wernher used to escape the evil mirror planet Kerbulus and journey to Kerbin. It features a single LV-N engine, a parachute, and landing gear. Disclaimers/ Restrictions: There is a lot of fuel, but no fuel lines--manual transfer required. The pilot can exit the craft, but he won't be able to get back in. Boarding is allowed only in the VAB. The LV-N does not typically survive re-entry. Launch system not included. However I have it on good authority that you can get it to space on top of a slightly modified W-2 missile (coming soon!)