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ICDP · 19 Jan 2015 at 18:55

ci_newman said:
Since swapping over to trading, my enthusiasm to play this has dropped dramatically! I think I'm going to have to get myself back into a Viper / Cobra and do some rare trading instead, so I can mix it up with bounty hunting.

I totally agree. The original Elite was based purely on one pilot in a Cobra Mk III and the gameplay is simply not suited to large ships that are pure trading vessels. Elite is about being an opportunist, doing a mix of roles while getting to Elite rank. sitting in a large trader with 1 million credits of gold is not my idea of fun.

Gregster · 19 Jan 2015 at 19:17

My first dropped shoulders moment happened

Flying out the hub with 216 tonnes of Progenitor cells and I got hit full on by something and was pulverised to bits. I was only going around 60 but the guy who hit me was belting it. roughly 3.5 mill down the swanny

Felon · 19 Jan 2015 at 19:24

Gregster said:
My first dropped shoulders moment happened Flying out the hub with 216 tonnes of Progenitor cells and I got hit full on by something and was pulverised to bits. I was only going around 60 but the guy who hit me was belting it. roughly 3.5 mill down the swanny

harsh

That's the problem half the time, it's one thing to get taken out because you're impatient and end up boosting and missing/flying into something - but even when you're being careful - you can be shafted at any time..

I think there should be some sort of queue/system/speed limit for going in and out of stations, it would slow things down a bit and at least add a bit of order..

Zefan · 19 Jan 2015 at 19:53

hyperseven said:
Anyone using class 6 shields on their Asp?

I was considering the same thing earlier, check this out.

hyperseven · 19 Jan 2015 at 20:13

Zefan said:
I was considering the same thing earlier, check this out.

16M credits for 6A so was thinking 6B with 5A cells to back it up :cool:

but then would be more a combat vessel with the lack of cargo space

Zefan · 19 Jan 2015 at 20:18

hyperseven said:
16M credits for 6A so was thinking 6B with 5A cells to back it up but then would be more a combat vessel with the lack of cargo space

I don't really know how they work in terms of which class bank will recharge which class shield and to what degree. Without knowing the meta I 'd just try it with a 3A shield cell and see how it performs. If I recall correctly a 1/2 shield cell bank did fine on on my class 4 Cobra shield so it could be sufficient.

ci_newman · 19 Jan 2015 at 20:33

Zefan said:
Asp? Can rock 50+ cargo space while still pretty formidable in combat. Expensive though compared to a Cobra.

I'm a long way from being able to afford and upgrade an Asp, current asset value at about 3.5mil

Zefan · 19 Jan 2015 at 20:49

ci_newman said:
I'm a long way from being able to afford and upgrade an Asp, current asset value at about 3.5mil

Do you currently have a type 6? A few rares runs would net you the cash for an Asp. If not, then a Cobra should really do the same job - expect 600k-900k each way to and from the Lave neighbourhood/Witchhaul and surrounding systems.

Gregster · 19 Jan 2015 at 21:02

I have a very nice trade route I am happy to share.

Gliese 868 (Progenitor cells) to Bhritzameno (Palladium) to Gliese 868

I make roughly 650K for both ways with 216 tonnes. 3 jumps mind but not a bad run if anyone is interested.

Clairvoyant · 19 Jan 2015 at 22:16

Anyone using EliteOCR to export to BPC. As i cant get it to export. Used to work a few versions ago.

eyetrip · 19 Jan 2015 at 22:34

Finally got above 50k.

Was having a good run on another kill x pirates mission.

Once again, was down to just one. Found another wanted, decided to take him out as was mostly harmless.

Suddenly was being gunned by about three ships. Dead in a few short seconds.

For some reason had fine for 17k...

So back down to 35k or so.

It's like they have a #### you state programmed in for the longer kill x pirates missions...

ICDP · 19 Jan 2015 at 22:34

FD really need to introduce some combat/multirole ships that fall between a Cobra and an Asp. The only viable upgrade path right now is to switch to trading so you can save the cash for an Asp.

Bursar · 19 Jan 2015 at 22:36

Just headed over to Kappa Fornacis to have a go in the conflict zone. I wussed out and played in solo, as I wanted to see how it all worked before mixing with other players.

I picked a side and got stuck in, and it was quite good fun

Got 11 kills for 33k, then docked up and spent about 90k on repairs and ammo!

I think I need a cheaper ship than an Asp to do it in! I reckon I'll go back to just bumming around doing stuff and when I can afford to properly kit out another Cobra, I'll have another go.

I could fit a Viper for a couple of mill, but I think with my rather basic combat skills it wouldn't last more than two minutes - especially against other CMDRs.

clungemonkey · 19 Jan 2015 at 23:04

Really nice and untypically informative guide to ED for new players from Eurogamer.

Would recommend as a starting point...

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2015-01-19-elite-dangerous-guide-3684

Craig1981 · 19 Jan 2015 at 23:04

Can anyone recommend weapon loadouts for an Asp? I just have the two basic pulse lasers it comes with at the moment. I took on an unshielded sidewinder that attacked me and it took way too long to destroy it. Against anything with shields I'd probably lose.

Felon · 19 Jan 2015 at 23:09

OMFG ARGH.

Someone call claims direct ;_;

Just lost my Anaconda in the most ridiculous way lmao, i'm still laughing...

Somewhere just after halfway;

Was in the combat zone at Neto, was there for a good few hours, made abour 400k and had to keep going back to restock, then RIP.

So glad I had the insurance, otherwise it would have been serious tears, should be able to make it back in a few hours..... enough elite for tonight..... :mad:

milko · 19 Jan 2015 at 23:36

milko said:
haha, I sometimes come in pretty hot to a station if I'm carrying black market goods (I can't be bothered stealthing it) but thankfully it's yet to cause me too much aggro. Struck a glancing blow from an emerging NPC once and sort of learned my lesson. Well, saw what woe awaits me in the future as punishment for not learning it at least.

That didn't take long. Got a fairly hefty stolen cargo (salvaged, I feel morally good still) and was getting a bit frustrated not finding black markets. And splatted myself just below the slot at high speed on the way into a station.

milko · 19 Jan 2015 at 23:37

eyetrip said:
Finally got above 50k.
Suddenly was being gunned by about three ships. Dead in a few short seconds.

For some reason had fine for 17k...

So back down to 35k or so.

It's like they have a #### you state programmed in for the longer kill x pirates missions...

That does sound like you accidentally caught a security vessel with a shot, or someone that wasn't Wanted. If that happens, bug out fast, go and pay the fine and cash in the bounty you already made, then go back free and clear.

Gregster · 19 Jan 2015 at 23:37

Oopsie.

eyetrip · 19 Jan 2015 at 23:48

milko said:
That does sound like you accidentally caught a security vessel with a shot, or someone that wasn't Wanted. If that happens, bug out fast, go and pay the fine and cash in the bounty you already made, then go back free and clear.

I was literally right next to him. Wasn't space for anyone to get between us

and he was definitely wanted.

Tried to run but they just took me out too quick.

Was,thinking though, do pirates travel in groups, and if you attack one, do other pirates go to his aid?

I didn't scan the other ships around at time. Will do from now on though!

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