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Komodo Askold
Sebiestor Tribe Minmatar Republic
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Posted - 2016.07.14 22:53:43 -
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Today I found myself wondering about this. As I was analyzing the newest advancements in spaceship technology I had missed while taking some well-deserved planetside holidays, I realized that even though I tend to choose the most appropiate equipment and ship for each task, I have certain preferences I like to keep whenever possible. It might sound silly for this to come as such a big revelation, but given we capsuleers are able to dominate multiple areas of expertise simultaneously and therefore become enormously versatile, we still develop preferences and tend to have our own favourite combat doctrines, which might or might not be the ones favoured by our empire of origin.
In my case, it's drones, thick armor and a not particularly fast ship. I find myself very comfortable commandeering several flights of drones, overseeing their actions and status, while I sit on a tough ship capable of taking much punishment. You could think being Minmatar brings some kind of intrinsic knack for speed, but high-speed manouvering is not exactly my thing. I prefer to be a tough nut to crack whose robotic pets can reach anything, not matter how far away or small. As a result, I have a thing for Gallente and Amarr drone ships, and I've had much success with the Dominix and the Prophecy; right now my goal is to learn about carrier operation and commandeer actual fighters, and I'm highly intrigued about SoE and Guristas doctrines. About other weapon systems, I find myself most comfortable with railguns, artillery and missiles, but only as secondary firepower.
Now I'm curious to know, my fellow capsuleers, what are your preferences when it comes to combat, if you have any? Are they in accordance with your empire of origin, or have you developed your own style? |
Deitra Vess
Non-Hostile Target
1293
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Posted - 2016.07.14 23:05:11 -
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What my preference is really depends on where I'm deployed. For plex warfare and for the most part lowsec in general it's my autocannon armed wolf hands down, though I find myself leaning towards my Comet or slicer frequently and my arty Jaguar if I know it would be more useful. Nullsec for organized fleet warfare it's usually my stilletto (I just about always fly tackle so it's a given), roaming would be my blaster fit Harpy or autocannon Jaguar. Highsec I don't bother with so no real preference (stilletto usually when I'm there). Wormholes I avoid like the plague so nothing either. Bombers I won't get into because I'm wierd about them... |
Che Biko
Alexylva Paradox
843
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Posted - 2016.07.14 23:37:32 -
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Well, I am Gallente, and I do use drones quite a bit, but I fit more like a Caldari. Even my drones are Caldari models. I never really got into hybrids, there was a time that I used lasers because of the low ammo consumption rate. Since I'm pretty much a pacifist these days, I tend to have my own style.
Coordination Channel for Consolidated Space Rescue Cooperation
Open Letter to the Aidonis Foundation Directorate
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Neph
Crimson Serpent Syndicate Heiian Conglomerate
388
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Posted - 2016.07.14 23:40:37 -
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If it active tanks, has webs, and/or is multi-propped, I'm happy. ECM is an added bonus, and I really wish jammers were viable on a broader range of hulls.
~ Gariushi YC110 // Midular YC115 // Yanala YC115 ~
GÇ£Sitasutone nabeliwatsa-shogi; Otre Jaitovalte hessami-ettogi useuus sufat. Eika, hakkit garuketsi.GÇ¥
-Yakiya Tovil-Toba-taisoka
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Karina Ivanovich
Pandemic Horde Inc. Pandemic Horde
170
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Posted - 2016.07.15 01:33:55 -
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I fly Electronic Warfare platforms almost exclusively. I am not a front line brawler. The Falcon, and the predecessor the Blackbird are my faviorate ships. It takes quite a bit of skill, as I am almost always the first to be targeted by the enemy. But I love the feeling of having a successful run.
Some call me insane. If the universe is sane, then I embrace that label.
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Diana Kim
State Protectorate Caldari State
2697
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Posted - 2016.07.15 02:56:14 -
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Whatever kills enemy of the State fast enough without giving them a chance to escape is my preferred doctrine.
Unfortunately, this is as much detail as I am willing to reveal today.
Honored are the dead, for their legacy guides us.
In memory of Tibus Heth, Caldari State Executor YC110-115, Hero and Patriot.
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Claudia Osyn
Non-Hostile Target
1998
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Posted - 2016.07.15 15:07:16 -
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Kiting drone boats if I have my say. I love the Algose, both it's look and functionality. The Dragoon is a good boat too, I'm currently playing with fits on that one. Those aside I tend to fly frigates of Gallente or Amarrian design such as the comet or slicer. If the fleet allows it, I will forgo the role of tackle and fly a Nano kite Tristan. I really want to try out a battleship fleet though, as it's something that I trained for while I was in scope works, but I never got to do it.
A little trust goes a long way. The less you use, the further you'll go.
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Yarosara Ruil
442
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Posted - 2016.07.15 15:25:44 -
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If it doesn't have both Missiles and Drones in tandem, I'm not interested! And shields too!
That boils down to the best ships in New Eden then! Care to guess what ships I'm talking about? |
Nitshe Razvedka
876
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Posted - 2016.07.15 15:38:24 -
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Friendships...........?
Thieving pirates discuss INTEGRITY; Anarchist gankers give us LAWS; and Whoring merc's cry then blow off clients with INSULTS.
Up is down and down is up in the C&P Forum.
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Neph
Crimson Serpent Syndicate Heiian Conglomerate
392
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Posted - 2016.07.15 15:48:24 -
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Yarosara Ruil wrote:If it doesn't have both Missiles and Drones in tandem, I'm not interested! And shields too!
That boils down to the best ships in New Eden then! Care to guess what ships I'm talking about?
Uhh... hold on, I know this.
Angels? No, that can't be it. Faction Amarr?
~ Gariushi YC110 // Midular YC115 // Yanala YC115 ~
GÇ£Sitasutone nabeliwatsa-shogi; Otre Jaitovalte hessami-ettogi useuus sufat. Eika, hakkit garuketsi.GÇ¥
-Yakiya Tovil-Toba-taisoka
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Yarosara Ruil
443
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Posted - 2016.07.15 16:21:15 -
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Neph wrote:Uhh... hold on, I know this.
Angels? No, that can't be it. Faction Amarr?
G U R I S T A S
S U P R E M A C Y
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Sammie MacWinters
Pentag Blade Curatores Veritatis Alliance
53
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Posted - 2016.07.15 17:07:01 -
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I don't like any of CVA's doctrines. |
Evi Polevhia
Pyre Falcon Defence and Security Wrecking Machine.
1256
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Posted - 2016.07.15 17:23:23 -
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Beyond a general preference (personally) to shields over armor, no specific preferred doctrine. All combat requires adaptation. |
Felise Selunix
Pator Tech School Minmatar Republic
10
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Posted - 2016.07.15 18:05:23 -
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Avoidance. It's a doctrine that's close to my heart :)
Incoming unpopular opinion Combat usually gets in the way of other things that I'd rather be doing, so my main doctrine is to end or get out of battles as quickly and neatly as possible. So cloaks, ECM, web stabs, missiles, drones, and speed are my some of my best friends. They understand my need maximize my lounging and drinking time while minimizing the needless expense of weaponry and ammo. |
Trensk Mikakka
Crimson Serpent Syndicate Heiian Conglomerate
39
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Posted - 2016.07.15 19:15:43 -
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Hull Tank Erebuses. |
Nitshe Razvedka
878
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Posted - 2016.07.15 19:40:32 -
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When in combat - I like to park my ship behind the biggest badest megadeath machine blue to me,
I also like to name my ship something discreet like "lost drone" to avoid attention and priority targeting.
10% shield loss means unwanted attention and warp-away.
Thieving pirates discuss INTEGRITY; Anarchist gankers give us LAWS; and Whoring merc's cry then blow off clients with INSULTS.
Up is down and down is up in the C&P Forum.
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Jason Galente
Pandemic Horde Inc. Pandemic Horde
606
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Posted - 2016.07.18 17:10:20 -
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Spamming blobs of cheap cormorants and dunking on expensive ships 5x their size and 20x their cost, at 100km, is oddly satisfying to me. Even if they get in range and take out half our fleet, chances are we still lost less than 100m and destroyed much more than that.
I also know from being on the other end of that equation that this is a very frustrating tactic to deal with, and annoying your opponent causes them to make rash decisions.
Only the liberty of the individual assures the prosperity of the whole.
And this foundation must be defended.
At any cost
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Tyrel Toov
Non-Hostile Target
751
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Posted - 2016.07.18 17:24:46 -
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Anything I can use to whore on kill mails?
I want to paint my ship Periwinkle.
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Valerie Valate
Church of The Crimson Saviour Sani-Sabik
1488
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Posted - 2016.07.18 18:43:56 -
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Lasers, of 8 different colours, scattering rainbow light off nearby objects.
F A B U L O U S A B U L O U S
Doctor V. Valate, Professor of Archaeology at Kaztropolis Imperial University.
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Maria Daphiti
PIE Inc. Praetoria Imperialis Excubitoris
160
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Posted - 2016.07.18 18:48:37 -
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Golden Fleet. I'm in Praetoria Imperialis Excubitoris!
Beyond that.. adapation as needed using Amarr hulls. |
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Jason Galente
Pandemic Horde Inc. Pandemic Horde
607
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Posted - 2016.07.18 23:34:15 -
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Tyrel Toov wrote:Anything I can use to whore on kill mails?
My gentleman of Matari descent.
Only the liberty of the individual assures the prosperity of the whole.
And this foundation must be defended.
At any cost
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Korsavius
Revenent Defence Corperation
296
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Posted - 2016.07.19 01:31:34 -
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Blasters, superheated plasma, shields, and speed. Fast, reliable, deadly. I've always preferred shield fit, speedy blaster boats for dealing with criminals. There is something quite beautiful in the art of getting up close and personal with those who prove themselves to be a bane to New Eden. I relish in their swift and personalized destruction.
However, the release of Legion vessels has given me an interest in the missile ships of my home nation. More specifically, nimble and long-ranged ones.
Of course, at the end of the day, different situations call for an adaptive strategy. |
Morwen Lagann
Tyrathlion Interstellar
1753
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Posted - 2016.07.19 01:48:43 -
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If I must do something, I prefer to do it correctly, efficiently, and well.
So whatever is at least close to optimal or ideal for the situation at hand.
Morwen Lagann
CEO, Tyrathlion Interstellar
Coordinator, Arataka Research Consortium
Owner, The Golden Masque
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Elmund Egivand
Federal Defense Union Gallente Federation
1240
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Posted - 2016.07.19 02:50:44 -
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I prefer to stay within scram range for most parts. I also dislike taking damage. You can guess exactly how I fly.
A Minmatar warship is like a rusting Beetle with 500 horsepower Cardillac engines in the rear, armour plating bolted to chassis and a M2 Browning stuck on top.
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Deitra Vess
Non-Hostile Target
1294
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Posted - 2016.07.19 03:39:53 -
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Ewar & running? No, I know what you fly..... |
Elmund Egivand
Federal Defense Union Gallente Federation
1241
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Posted - 2016.07.19 04:12:45 -
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Deitra Vess wrote:Ewar & running? No, I know what you fly.....
I haven't heard of EWAR at scram range.
A Minmatar warship is like a rusting Beetle with 500 horsepower Cardillac engines in the rear, armour plating bolted to chassis and a M2 Browning stuck on top.
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Deitra Vess
Non-Hostile Target
1294
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Posted - 2016.07.19 04:24:00 -
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I was going more with the "I dislike taking damage" part. And also Kim's claim from a while back (when she couldn't deal with you in a probe with, what? A caracal was it? I forget because... really who cares what she said. Your usual ships a nice choice though I rarely fly it. I should change that but still rather play with autocannon. |
Elmund Egivand
Federal Defense Union Gallente Federation
1241
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Posted - 2016.07.19 04:32:14 -
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Deitra Vess wrote:I was going more with the "I dislike taking damage" part. And also Kim's claim from a while back (when she couldn't deal with you in a probe with, what? A caracal was it? I forget because... really who cares what she said. Your usual ships a nice choice though I rarely fly it. I should change that but still rather play with autocannon.
I still have 30 Breachers in Hangar. I need to branch out. Probably eventually move on to destroyer-size and cruiser-size after I sort out a few matters pertaining to their architecture retrofits.
A Minmatar warship is like a rusting Beetle with 500 horsepower Cardillac engines in the rear, armour plating bolted to chassis and a M2 Browning stuck on top.
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Deitra Vess
Non-Hostile Target
1294
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Posted - 2016.07.19 05:04:26 -
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Elmund Egivand wrote:Deitra Vess wrote:I was going more with the "I dislike taking damage" part. And also Kim's claim from a while back (when she couldn't deal with you in a probe with, what? A caracal was it? I forget because... really who cares what she said. Your usual ships a nice choice though I rarely fly it. I should change that but still rather play with autocannon. I still have 30 Breachers in Hangar. I need to branch out. Probably eventually move on to destroyer-size and cruiser-size after I sort out a few matters pertaining to their architecture retrofits. Well, the talwar, corax and the cyclone are nice, personally I've only used a caraval once and did horribly,though it was destined to fai due to what i was fighting.... Also the kestrel might be a change of pace for ya. Think I got an OK fit for one, if I find it I'll toss ya it. |
Elmund Egivand
Federal Defense Union Gallente Federation
1242
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Posted - 2016.07.19 05:37:20 -
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Deitra Vess wrote:Elmund Egivand wrote:Deitra Vess wrote:I was going more with the "I dislike taking damage" part. And also Kim's claim from a while back (when she couldn't deal with you in a probe with, what? A caracal was it? I forget because... really who cares what she said. Your usual ships a nice choice though I rarely fly it. I should change that but still rather play with autocannon. I still have 30 Breachers in Hangar. I need to branch out. Probably eventually move on to destroyer-size and cruiser-size after I sort out a few matters pertaining to their architecture retrofits. Well, the talwar, corax and the cyclone are nice, personally I've only used a caraval once and did horribly,though it was destined to fai due to what i was fighting.... Also the kestrel might be a change of pace for ya. Think I got an OK fit for one, if I find it I'll toss ya it.
I'm not particularly impressed with the Kestrel and the Talwar...well...it's a little lacking for solo work, I found. Cyclones, I tried that out and honestly? Cyclones are pretty damned good.
I have some Worms and something else in my hangar as well. Working on amassing 4 billion before I put together something that can kill a Link Loki that's sitting under the protection of gate guns.
A Minmatar warship is like a rusting Beetle with 500 horsepower Cardillac engines in the rear, armour plating bolted to chassis and a M2 Browning stuck on top.
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