Know Your Enemy - Ship Evaluation

I've been thinking for some time now exactly how to approach the method of figuring out the enemy's fit by a few key elements, but without writing a book in the process. In conclusion, I thought it would be best to point out the key elements for a single class of ship, and the modules to watch for so that readers can see the idea behind the method. Once done you should be able to do this for various ships, and easily guess rough fits.

Know Your Enemy - Laser Turrets

It's finally that time! Here is the list of laser turret models, with their tech graphic models as well. Enjoy!

Know Your Enemy - Checking Guns

One habit to get into when doing solo PvP is checking the guns of the opponent so that you can find and exploit the weakness they have. In this article we'll discuss how to do this, and how to find out what your enemy is using.

Know Your Enemy - Projectile Guns

This article features the projectile turrets models and statistics used in PvP. Use this article to memorize the models and stats to better size up your fights. This article includes both Autocannons and Artillery Cannons, as well as type model examples.

NOTE: Attributes not listed in the Tech 2 lists are unchanged from Tech 1, and are all base attributes before skills.

Know Your Enemy - Picking a Fight

So let's finally get down to it. Picking a fight is a fairly simple adventure, but picking one you'll always win is another story. It's now time to go over a few of the key points of what to look at to pick that fight.

Know Your Enemy - Introduction

The main thing that separates a new pilot from a seasoned PvP pilot is the ability to size up the opponent before the fight starts. The tactics used for such are rarely documented, and never published in one place. Personally "hoarding information" is not something I believe to be good for the game. Many frustrated pilots quit all because no one has ever helped them get to the point of learning these habits, until now.

Giving Yourself the Edge in Solo PvP

In EVE PvP is in fact a game of having the advantage to start. This can be being the first one to lock their target, the first to shoot, or even the first to get the better transversal velocity. There are so many thing that come into play. In this article I will explain several points that give you a better chance of survival, and getting the kill.

PvP Directional Scanner and Camera Tracking

One of the better things added to the Retribution patch was the tracking camera. I know a lot of people have complained about it being utterly useless, but it has become a completely mandatory tool for my PvPing. One of benefits of this camera option, is the ability to turn it on and off via a hot key. So, let's get into why this mode has become so valuable.