Elite: Game talk
06 Dec 2020, 5:48am
06 Dec 2020, 7:29am
Nuzio It was very helpful, thank you. It sounds like I may have made an error. Tempted to go and get my cobra MK III back, though Im making a decent amount right now even with the less than stellar performance in combat of the asp. I'll have to look up a replacement combat vehicle and keep my Asp around for....everything else (Courier, shipping, mining, exploraiton, e.t.c.) Something that would be nice is to join a squadron to meet with some fellow players. Playing solo ain't bad but gets lonely and a little boring, especially on the long drives.
Again, thank you for the advice!
You can never go wrong with an Asp!
Here is one of my Asp builds - I initially put it together with discarded engineered parts from other builds, and it's turned out to be my everyday runabout/material collector.
It's fast, packs a sting, has decent shields and a nice range. I think I've pretty much optimised the core modules, and frankly, these are the ones I suggest you aim for - take note of the engineering mods, too. I've done a fair bit of research on the best types, and I think these are pretty optimal (although I'm sure some of my fellow forumites will dig their oars in :D)
The optionals can be changed to suit the need: for example, if you're wanting to mine, swap out the fuel scoop for a cargo rack, change the weapons, like so.
Pure combat or smuggler runs? You'll need to change shields, I reckon. This shows a build that would perform ok in combat, and also survive if interdicted (if you get interdicted - I have not yet lost an interdiction to an NPC in my Asp).
Just showing you the possibilities: you'll notice that the core components stay pretty much the same, so concentrate on those first. A-rate where necessary, D-rate the rest (lightest options), engineer all your core comps starting with FSD (to make getting to other engineers easier), then do your power distributor and thrusters, then the others.
Use edsy.org to plan your ship. While generally the last thing you would engineer would be your Power Plant (once you have all your power requirements sorted), it makes sense to know what your power requirements are going to be upfront, so you don't end up at an engineer with an overloaded power plant after upgrading something past its capacity.
Don't forget your weapons! I have Plasma Accelerators in my build, because they are just awesome, but they take some skill. I decided to start with them as practice makes perfect, an they are now my weapon of choice. However, It may make sense for you to go with a different layout. For example, another setup I found very nice was four focused pulse lasers in the small slots, and two overcharged multicannons. You may have other preferences.
One last point: armour. I would use at least military grade at first, but try to get reactive surface compound eventually. It works very well with thermal resistant engineering to balance your resistances.
Please excuse the long post, I was feeling verbose
Bear in mind this is my personal (albeit fairly well informed) opinion, and others may disagree profusely. In the end, it's what works for you.o7
ETA: This is my deep space explorer build - just posting it to show you how I've downgraded some of the core components to save weight and maximise jump range.
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06 Dec 2020, 8:29am
06 Dec 2020, 9:12am
Synthya WylderDid you check to see that you're the minimum distance away? Might be a stupid question, but ya never know...
yep - it has more confused me now that instead of going into d-scanner and seeing the usual 'soundwaves' for each planet i'm seeing the representations of the planets, even though i have never previously visited the system by either account??
Post edited/moved by: Artie, 06 Dec 2020, 3:14pm
06 Dec 2020, 10:56am
Aleisrxmorning all CMDRS i tried to sell painite at two carriers the highest price i see the offer and profit but can't sell even with one ton , anyone know why
The FC bank has insufficient funds to accept the order. There's no message to let you know. You'll have to sell your Painite at NPC prices as the PCs have all been scammed by now.
06 Dec 2020, 8:00pm
Aleisrxmorning all CMDRS i tried to sell painite at two carriers the highest price i see the offer and profit but can't sell even with one ton , anyone know why
You can't sell to a carrier above 529,850cr as that is the price set by frontier
06 Dec 2020, 9:40pm
The election was won, control of the system secured.
Last edit: 06 Dec 2020, 10:21pm
06 Dec 2020, 9:53pm
SejfIs there a way to permanently hide flee carriers from any kind of search?
yes in filters in your navigation panal. you can filter FC's out
06 Dec 2020, 10:04pm
Ladies and Gentlemen, I present to you the INV Achenar's Strength.
06 Dec 2020, 10:07pm
Amata LireinHere's one of the four new Majestic-class Interdictors we helped built, currently orbiting Chimechilo ABC 1:
[img=1903x1070]https://inara.cz/data/gallery/123/123052x1149.jpg[/img]
Ladies and Gentlemen, I present to you the INV Achenar's Strength.
[img=1903x1070]https://inara.cz/data/gallery/123/123053x1447.jpg[/img]
OFc, they'd park a flying hotel in a spot with a good view. Can't risk getting the hull dirty in actual combat.
06 Dec 2020, 10:11pm
Amata LireinUpdate about the Mandh system and Artemis Corporation:
The eletion was won, control of the system secured.
o7
06 Dec 2020, 10:13pm
Amata LireinUpdate about the Mandh system and Artemis Corporation:
The eletion was won, control of the system secured.
Thanks for the update, will probably still go in to assist in bolstering the influence sometime.
Amata LireinHere's one of the four new Majestic-class Interdictors we helped built, currently orbiting Chimechilo ABC 1:
[img=1164x655]https://inara.cz/data/gallery/123/123052x1149.jpg[/img]
Ladies and Gentlemen, I present to you the INV Achenar's Strength.
[img=1164x655]https://inara.cz/data/gallery/123/123053x1447.jpg[/img]
Absolutely gorgeous, definitely going to come check it out myself soon.06 Dec 2020, 10:23pm
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