This list I threw together needing a slightly tankyier PS 5 ship for empire.

Soontir Fel with Outmaneuver (talent) and Shield Upgrade (Mod)

Whisper with Juke (talent) and Darth Vader (crew)

Redline with Fire Control Systems Shield Upgrade and various missiles or torps.

I like having a 4 point bid but I am thinking about changing Redline to Deathrain and have bombs rather than ordnance

I have been having a blast running Redline and Deathrain together. They bring a certain amount of beef as they can both launch fully-modded proton torpedos in the opening engagement.

I am trying a Deathrain, Rexlar, Soontir list. Im hoping Deathrain and Rexlar provide enough beef for Soontir to become a finisher in the end.