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Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.16 18:43:52 -
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Will be setting up an Astra, running PvE and PI - solo. Have toons with good WH skills from previous stint with a corp. But was looking for some risk management such as Mercs to protect the Astra post anchoring 15 mins window. Was also thinking of standby support if loot pinata jokers and eviction attempts are made later on. Got some good feedback from one Merc corp - seems reliable albeit expensive (1b monthly for "standby" protection). But maybe that's the standard.
I'm wondering if you have experience in similar circumstances, is it a viable strategy for a solo corp with a few toons? What are the expected costs and are there reliable merc corps (with WH experience) worth considering for the job?
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Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.16 23:32:16 -
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Jack Miton wrote:You're so cute.
I've never been called cute before, Jack Milton. I knew Eve was special, but this proves it beyond a doubt.
And thanks for the advice. Interesting model.
If anyone knows of a reliable merc corp, I'd still be interested to know. |
Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.17 01:08:29 -
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Hipqo wrote:
You can live solo, but you will not be able to defend your loot pinata what so ever, unless you can multibox 10+ accounts effeciently in combat.
Do what Jack suggests
Solid advice. Thanks.
For me WH goes beyond running PvE for ISK. I like planning the logistics, doing some PI, hunting, I even like the isolation; and the thrill of some risk and managing it - but not stupid risk. I lived in a C4 with a 4 people corp for 6 months before taking a 2 years break from Eve. Loved it.
Reading yours and Jack Miton's post what I hear is that solo life in a C3 could be a fool's errand?
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Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.17 02:22:55 -
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Jack Miton wrote:It's not a fool's errand, it just has zero benefits over joining literally any corp that already lives in a C3 (or better yet, a C2/4 with a C3 static)
Hard to argue your point. I can only think of one subjective benefit: unique content. By that I mean, a unique WH solo experience.
I'm already having fun researching it all, skilling my toons, dropping a Helios into a fine C3 I found, and of course, this thread is part of it. Your feedback is part of this content. Thank you.
That and not having to worry about scheduling corp nights 
ps - Is living out of an Orca viable? |
Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.17 14:18:16 -
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Taurean Eltanin wrote:You might try contacting my corp leadership; the Tuskers are a wormhole pvp corp rather than mercenaries, so I can't guarantee that they'll be interested. But we have the experience, and the manpower to do what you are looking for, and we won't break an agreement with you. Could be worth checking out.
I will do it. Thanks for your this advice.
ps. I enjoy reading your blog.
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Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.18 04:22:16 -
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Akali Mid wrote:
Protection is like mafia the ones you pay to protect you are the ones that will destroy your ****, because now they know you're a little whinner.
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Yeah. This is a risk alright. Thanks for the advice.
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Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.18 04:23:10 -
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Fantastic feedback. Thank you everyone. |
Artesius
Republic University
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Posted - 2017.01.18 15:37:00 -
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Zarek Kree wrote:
There's a lot of fear mongering out there about the dangers of running solo in a wormhole, but I found it fairly easy and rewarding. I lost a few ships early on, but I got a lot smarter as I went. Sure, you can find a wormhole corp or hire mercs for help, but the most rewarding aspect for me was the challenge of doing it alone. It's not a fool's errand.
You speak my language; something like a 70-80% probability is reasonable risk for WH life. I hear you loud and clear about taking all precautions like zipping the system beforehand. My thinking right now: run out of an Orca for a few weeks, focus on ratting and get to know the system etc. Practice zipping (did it with corpies, never on my own) and then setup an Astra or POS setup. I'm yet to make a final decision regarding the latter, although a Citadel looks good vis-a-vis fuel management, which is a pain with medium/large POS.
In retrospect would you go for a POS or Citadel as a starting point?
Thank you!
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Artesius
Republic University
Minmatar Republic
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Posted - 2017.01.19 00:26:28 -
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ArmyOfMe wrote:Give me a shout ingame and ill give you a few proper tips in regards to both mercs and other things.
Thanks for offering, I'll definitely reach out.
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