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Alfred Lim
Deep Core Mining Inc.
Caldari State
#1 - 2012-05-23 10:55:22 UTC
I would like to join the Caldari FW but I am afraid my ship would be too weak. What would be the minimum choice of ship should i be using to join FW and would be able to contribute and not get blow up often?

Thanks.

P.S. 1.4mil SP, currently on a Caracal for PvE lvl 2 missions. Getting a Drake once skill training done in a week.
Joanna Ramirez
Intaki Militia
#2 - 2012-05-23 11:05:14 UTC
Alfred Lim wrote:
I would like to join the Caldari FW but I am afraid my ship would be too weak. What would be the minimum choice of ship should i be using to join FW and would be able to contribute and not get blow up often?

Thanks.

P.S. 1.4mil SP, currently on a Caracal for PvE lvl 2 missions. Getting a Drake once skill training done in a week.


[Caracal, assault missiles all T1]
Ballistic Control System I
Ballistic Control System I

Large F-S9 Regolith Shield Induction
Large F-S9 Regolith Shield Induction
Invulnerability Field I
Experimental 10MN MicroWarpdrive
J5 Prototype Warp Disruptor I

SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile

There you go, useful addition to most roaming cruiser gangs. Fit core extender rigs if you can afford it. Drones dont matter much since you can only fit two. Either put warriors for damage or play gamble with hornet-ecm. Might even get some use from new light webber drones to help you kite stuff.
Dirk Smacker
Caldari Provisions
Caldari State
#3 - 2012-05-23 15:26:43 UTC
They buffed the merlin's tank , another cheap option for minor plexes.

I guess once you have a signature, you cannot have a blank one.
Ramon Sohei
The Florez Law Firm
#4 - 2012-05-23 19:56:14 UTC
Joanna Ramirez wrote:
Alfred Lim wrote:
I would like to join the Caldari FW but I am afraid my ship would be too weak. What would be the minimum choice of ship should i be using to join FW and would be able to contribute and not get blow up often?

Thanks.

P.S. 1.4mil SP, currently on a Caracal for PvE lvl 2 missions. Getting a Drake once skill training done in a week.


[Caracal, assault missiles all T1]
Ballistic Control System I
Ballistic Control System I

Large F-S9 Regolith Shield Induction
Large F-S9 Regolith Shield Induction
Invulnerability Field I
Experimental 10MN MicroWarpdrive
J5 Prototype Warp Disruptor I

SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile
SV-2000 Assault Missile Bay, Caldari Navy Trauma Light Missile

There you go, useful addition to most roaming cruiser gangs. Fit core extender rigs if you can afford it. Drones dont matter much since you can only fit two. Either put warriors for damage or play gamble with hornet-ecm. Might even get some use from new light webber drones to help you kite stuff.


That looks very much (or all too well) like a fit Damar Rocarion flies. This is a very good fit and cheap for what it can do. Saw 2 operating in Vif (by Damar and Yuri Intaki) and I recommend it. Can hold its own against frigs through cruisers.
chatgris
Quantum Cats Syndicate
Of Essence
#5 - 2012-05-23 19:57:42 UTC
Ramon Sohei wrote:

That looks very much (or all too well) like a fit Damar Rocarion flies.


That might be because you just quoted an alt of Damar's ;)
Unknown Plexer
Doomheim
#6 - 2012-05-23 21:11:15 UTC
chatgris wrote:
That might be because you just quoted an alt of Damar's ;)


There are no Damar alts posting in this thread. Honestly...
Shadow Adanza
Gold Crest Salvage
#7 - 2012-05-24 00:11:22 UTC
Alfred Lim wrote:
I would like to join the Caldari FW but I am afraid my ship would be too weak. What would be the minimum choice of ship should i be using to join FW and would be able to contribute and not get blow up often?

Thanks.

P.S. 1.4mil SP, currently on a Caracal for PvE lvl 2 missions. Getting a Drake once skill training done in a week.

Every ship has its uses and no matter what you can fly, you'll be able to assist. When I first joined Faction War I could only fly destroyers and frigates, but I learned real fast that destroyers are useful, especially in minor plexes.

Don't be afraid of being too weak. It's all fun and games and I'm sure the Caldari will welcome a new pilot. After that it's just getting the skills higher and getting the experience. Look forward to seeing you on the battlefield.

Are you suggesting coconuts migrate?
IbanezLaney
The Church of Awesome
#8 - 2012-05-24 02:30:23 UTC
Alfred Lim wrote:
I would like to join the Caldari FW but I am afraid my ship would be too weak. What would be the minimum choice of ship should i be using to join FW and would be able to contribute and not get blow up often?

Thanks.

P.S. 1.4mil SP, currently on a Caracal for PvE lvl 2 missions. Getting a Drake once skill training done in a week.


Merlin is all you need. The new low slot and 3rd turrent have made it a beast - 200.6 dps with T2 Ions (more with maxed skills). Was approx 127 dps before the patch.

Kestrel is great for offensive plexing with an mwd + light missile fit. (But don't get close to the rats)


Don't worry about your low SP. It makes much less difference than most people presume. Just get everything you need to lev4 and then train the stuff you really want or use lots to 5.


JOIN THE CALDARI TODAY.

https://soundcloud.com/ibanezlaney
Thor Yaken
Doomheim
#9 - 2012-05-24 08:47:59 UTC  |  Edited by: Thor Yaken
I have join the Caldary militia today, and i have a question to. Should i do security misions for the Caldari Navy or for the milita ?
I know that i get more isk and LP for doing the misions for the militia but the misions objectives are far away, what takes more time to complete them and there is always a chance that i fly in a gate camp...
Im only interested in misions for the isk grinding so that i can be self sufficient.
Thor Yaken
Doomheim
#10 - 2012-05-24 08:48:51 UTC
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Tyson Gallane
Political Warfare Executive
#11 - 2012-05-24 09:00:12 UTC
I actually think FW is the very best place for a low SP char who wants to PVP. If you fly Merlins, Kessies or Cormorants then you can get into minor complexes. That means only tech 1 frigates and destroyers can come in and fight you.

If you get in a fleet with other militia members then the Griffin frigate is also very useful to ECM jam any enemies who come after you. An old mate of mine used to fly them all the time and he was a great asset to the team.

EXPECT TO DIE A LOT early on though, while you learn the ropes of small ship PVP. I'd suggest you find a cheap fit for a merlin or kessie that you like and fit out 6-10 of them. Take them out one at a time and get them blown up. Learn how to get your pod out of the fight when you lose. etc.

Good luck, and fly reckless. :D

T.
Owena Owoked
Dedicated Individuals Committed to Killing
#12 - 2012-05-24 11:18:47 UTC
Dirk Smacker wrote:
They buffed the merlin's tank , another cheap option for all plexes.

Fixed it for you.
ACE81
Sacred Sacrifice
#13 - 2012-05-24 11:24:52 UTC
A well fit Merlin or Caracal is more welcome then a poorly fit drake in most fleets.
IbanezLaney
The Church of Awesome
#14 - 2012-05-24 11:39:46 UTC
Thor Yaken wrote:
I have join the Caldary militia today, and i have a question to. Should i do security misions for the Caldari Navy or for the milita ?
I know that i get more isk and LP for doing the misions for the militia but the misions objectives are far away, what takes more time to complete them and there is always a chance that i fly in a gate camp...
Im only interested in misions for the isk grinding so that i can be self sufficient.


Don't do the missions at all - you can now earn isk while helping the faction and helping yourself get a better LP store bonus all at the same time.


Capture offensive plexes for LP. Save em up until we have good store bonuses. Spend em fast.

Repeat

You will have more isk than you need in no time.



https://soundcloud.com/ibanezlaney
Alfred Lim
Deep Core Mining Inc.
Caldari State
#15 - 2012-05-25 07:43:52 UTC
Thanks all for your tips and build. I will start organizing and will be in Caldari Warfare soon once i complete some skills.

See you all soon, and let's kick some butts shall we :) Cheers!!!!
Hidden Snake
Inglorious-Basterds
#16 - 2012-05-25 07:44:27 UTC
are u ccp alt?