Samuel Triptee
Black Fox Marauders
Repeat 0ffenders
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Posted - 2014.07.01 16:44:00 -
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The first time you loose a ship it's a huge surprise, the warning sounds, the inability to see your enemy, not knowing what is happening, and the sinking realization that you've lost both time and ISK... 
EVE has a reputation for being harsh, cold, and difficult. This reputation stems from the mechanics of the game and the players themselves. The game mechanics are what they are, but the players... ahhh yes, the players. If you believe the reputation and rumors, you probably would assume EVE players to be a very rude bunch.... This is not true.
As a new player you're still enjoying the beauty and novelty of the giant sandbox. Older capsuleers also enjoy the same things, but we've seen more, done more, and have even more stuff we like doing in the game. The vast majority of experienced capsuleers are very friendly, helpful, and generous. Most will talk your ear off about the game if you give them a chance.
OK..., but what about getting your ship back?
Try this...
First -
Right after you've lost your ship type the letters GF in the local chat window.
It means "Good Fight" and is the capsuleer's way of shaking hands at the end of the battle. It shows appreciation to the competitor(s) for providing you a contest.
Second -
Ask a couple of questions about the fight (you may want to do this in a private chat)...
"How did you know to engage in a fight with me?"
"Is there anything I could have done to win the fight or escape?"
Third -
Ask a couple questions about their corp or alliance...
"Did you learn PvP from your corp mates?"
"Is your corp recruiting?"
The idea is to engage as a fellow EVE player trying to do it better.
Have you noticed I didn't say to ask for your ship to be reimbursed or replaced? Let the other player do it on their own initiative. If they don't offer up any assistance in ISK, or materials, simply say "Thanks for the chat, see you around, and by the way if I have more questions may I contact you?". Then save them as a contact.
In the long run the advice and information you get may be worth many times the value of your ship. However, when most older players see someone trying to improve, they will go out of their way to help. There is great passion within the EVE community and the capsuleers I've met want to share it, especially with new players.
Now... here are some DO NOTS
Do not demand anything from your competitor.
Do not ask for anything more than information.
Do not forget to put GF in local.
Do not forget this is a game.
That about does it. I'm sure more of the regulars here will add. I'm looking forward to reading it all.
Have fun, fly dangerously!
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