PvP & Fleet Battles

[Derek Bellamy]

So, how does everyone think the fleet, or any fleet for that matter should approach it? These are essentially going to be more graphic versions of FPS Clan matchs and faction wars like in UO which was great. Just with a ST and space twist, from playing with your ships so far what are you opinions on group make ups and tactics? I have my own ideas but will post them up after hearing everyone elses... and because its hard to type lengthy stuff with a child on your lap!

[Arctikus]

I believe there is some tactic threads allready started they are just in the secure part of the fleet forums so new guys like us can't see them. And I personally would look forward to some fleet in house war games to prep for something like this : ).

[Derek Bellamy]

Actaully was just testing some dry runs with PvE for some tactics. Anyone going to be on in a hour when the games back up after the patch to give them a try. Need 2 cruisers, 2 escorts (plus myself) and a science vessel for buffs. Cruiser is obviously the tank, takes point with the sci behind it, takes damage while being repaired then the escorts rip them up. Pretty much need one escort focused on torps, as the first twos primary objective is to drop down the enemy shield while the other unloads a volly of torps. Then the original two can assist the tank if there is multi opponents. Been trying that and a few other variations and works well. Extremely well against AI atleast.

[Largonaut]

from what ive heard thos tactics are the most used against PvE but well done for spooting them.

I think we should have a div just for developing new tactics etc so we can have fresh ones while other fleets are using, the old predictable ones etc

[Derek Bellamy]

That's my plan, been trying to get access to the members area to get everyones ID to try and get a group together to start testing them. Best way to test PvP tactics is PvE because its far easier and if its a challenge with PvE it isnt going to work PvP... should stomp the PvE and then you will know

I'm interested in Operations/Tactical Command type thing but the Admiralty seems sluggish on memberships applications. Got a great momentum in the forums thus far don't want to see it lost!