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You know, there is two ways to deliver firepower: first way is to simply shoot at your enemy, and second way - send someone who will shoot.
This ship employs second way.
so, is this a carrier?
Yes
Although, it's unlikely that we will include her in role of ship of the line. More than likely that she will do as neutral system guard or warp-in-support by your call.