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[[File:Metaliminal Meteoroid- Caldari Mining.jpg|left|thumb|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining]]
The objective is to mine the central large asteroid, which contains one of five types of mutanite ore. This asteroid holds 3,500 units (14,000 m³) of ore, which can be sold to NPC buyers in the region for an additional 17.5 million ISK toward the group payout.


===From Metaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining Page===
Standard procedure is for the logistics ship to take the acceleration gate first and draw enemy fire, followed by the mining venture. Once inside, everyone orbits the large asteroid at close range and begins mining. A TI hauler can also serve as a sixth fleet member, waiting outside the site to collect the mined ore once the operation is complete.
Mining sites found in Gallente space. Operation takes place in deadspace pocket with an acceleration gate that will pass: T1 Frigate (including Navy), T1 Destroyer (including Navy), T1 Cruiser, some T1 Haulers and the Noctis.
 
Warp in is about 3km from the Asteroid, in the middle of hostile group.
 
There are approximately 10-15 frigate, destroyer, and cruiser hostiles.


The single Asteroid holds 3500 Units (14000m3) of ore which can be sold to NPC Buyers in the region, adding another 17.5million ISK to the group payout.
Be advised that enemy ships will aggressively target and destroy any drones deployed during the engagement, making drone usage a risky choice for capsuleers who rely heavily on them for damage or utility.


Approximately 600 HP/s of remote Boost is required on the Logi Ship to keep the Ventures in one piece.
Using EP-S Gaussian Scoped Mining Laser in the Mining ships will preserve the full 3500 units ore as they do not apply any mining residue.<gallery>
File:T2 Mining Module - Residue.png|T2 Mining Module - Residue Modifier
</gallery>


Best practice:
== Fleet size & composition ==<!-- clearly stating 5 or 3 man optimal fleet size + roles & Ship classes applicable. Not Including any detailed ships or fits -->
* Optimal fleet size: 5 ships
* Fleet composition: T1 Ventures , T1 Logistic Cruisers (Logi), T1 Hauler


- warp in with the Logi ship first to draw the fire, orbit the beacon at 2500-5000 meters
== Type of ships allowed ==<!-- Included to have a comprehensive page on the subject -->
This homefront operation takes place in a [[Deadspace|deadspace pocket]] with an acceleration gate that has ship restrictions.


- all the ventures follow after the Logi is placed, orbit the beacon at 1000meters and start mining.
* Tech 1 frigates, navy and pirate frigates
* Tech 1 destroyers, navy and pirate destroyers
* Tech 1 cruisers
* Tech 1 haulers, including [[Squall]]
* [[Venture|Ventures]]
* Noctis
{{Note|You can view in-game ship restrictions for each Homefront Operation by opening the Opportunities window (ALT+J) and double-clicking on a mission.}}<gallery>
File:Homefronts_ship_restrictions.png|Homefront ship restrictions example
</gallery>


- Shield-Boost the ship takes aggro, no action required on the mining ships.
== Mission parameters ==
* Time-limit: 20 minutes
* Mutanite Ore Depletion
<gallery>
File:Metaliminal Meteoroid- Caldari Mining - Mission Parameters.jpg|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining - Mission Parameters
File:Metaliminal Meteoroid- Gallente Mining - Mission Parameters.png|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining - Mission Parameters
</gallery>


- use EP-S Gaussian Scoped Mining Laser in the Mining ships, as they are cheap and do not have residue preserving the full 3500 Units of ore.
== Metaliminal Meteoroid in different empires ==
There are regional differences in the site’s description, hostile damage types or [[EWAR]].{{Important note box|WARNING: Ship fittings are region-specific. Each faction has unique resistances and damage types. An improper fit can cost you your ship.}}
{| class="wikitable"
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! Region
! Site
! Damage types
! EWAR
!Weakness
! Enemy Faction
|-
|[[File:Logo_faction_amarr_empire_clean.png|64x64px|Amarr space]] Amarr
||Metaliminal Meteoroid: Amarr Mining
|{{Damagetype|th|ex}}
|[[File:Icon_target_max.png|16x16px]] ECM
|{{Damagetype|em}}
|[[Disciples of Purity]]
|-
|[[File:Logo_faction_caldari_state_clean.png|64x64px|Caldari space]] Caldari
|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining
|{{Damage to resist|Guristas}}
|[[File:Icon_target_max.png|16x16px]] ECM
|{{Damagetype|em}}
|[[Guristas Pirates|Guristas]]
|-
|[[File:Logo_faction_gallente_federation_clean.png|64x64px|Gallente space]] Gallente
|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining
|{{Damagetype|em|th}}
|[[File:Icon_stasis_webifier_i.png|16x16px]] Webs
|{{Damagetype|Ex}}
|[[Rogue Drones]]
|-
|[[File:Logo_faction_minmatar_republic_clean.png|64x64px|Minmatar space]] Minmatar
|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Minmatar Mining
|{{Damagetype|th|em}}
|[[File:Icon_target_max.png|16x16px]] ECM
|{{Damagetype|ex}}
|[[Ashes of Turnur]]
|}


since equinox it happens more often that rats are randomly more powerful, using two passive extenders and a active hardener on the ventures does compensate for this.
== Hostiles ==
best experiences with the logi ships own shields were by using two active Shield Hardeners and a Booster with Boost amplifier,
A fleet of ±15 NPC's consisting of frigates, destroyers, cruisers, and battlecruisers will be present upon arrival. They will concentrate their fire on one capsuleer ship at a time, beginning with the first vessel to enter the site, and may periodically switch targets as a group. An exception applies to hostiles with the ''Atgeir, Smuggler, Corrupted or Wraithful'' prefixes: these will immediately target any drones that are deployed, but will revert to attacking the currently focused capsuleer ship if no drones are present.
this allows the ship to be under attack forever. if the pilot has lower skills, overheating can fix some shortcomings (rarely needed).


NPC's are very aggressive against drones, to kill belt rats in order to avoid alert confusion (not required), 3 Caldari Navy Hornets are best for short periods due to the high shield resistance they come with.  
<div style="display : flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 1.5em;">
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! colspan="3" | [[File:Logo_faction_amarr_empire_clean.png|64x64px|Amarr space]]Metaliminal Meteoroid: Amarr Mining
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! Prefix !! Info !! Weakness
|-
| Shrouding || [[File:Icon_target_max.png|16x16px]] ECM || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Wraithful || Drone aggo || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Righteous || DPS || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Preaching || Logi || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Grand || DPS || {{Damagetype|em}}
|}
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! colspan="3" | [[File:Logo_faction_caldari_state_clean.png|64x64px|Caldari space]]Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! Prefix !! Info !! Weakness
|-
| Blindsider || [[File:Icon_target_max.png|16x16px]] ECM || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Brutal || DPS || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Sawbones || Logi || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Grim || DPS || {{Damagetype|em}}
|-
| Smuggler || Drone aggro || {{Damagetype|em}}
|}
</div>
<div style="display : flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 1.5em;">
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! colspan="3" | [[File:Logo_faction_gallente_federation_clean.png|64x64px|Gallente space]]Metaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! Prefix !! Info !! Weakness
|-
| Alienator || [[File:Icon_stasis_webifier_i.png|16x16px]] Webs || {{Damagetype|Ex}}
|-
| Corrupted || Drone aggro || {{Damagetype|Ex}}
|-
| Machinist || Logi || {{Damagetype|Ex}}
|-
| Proliferator || DPS || {{Damagetype|Ex}}
|-
| Vitiator || DPS || {{Damagetype|Ex}}
|}
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! colspan="3" | [[File:Logo_faction_minmatar_republic_clean.png|64x64px|Minmatar space]]Metaliminal Meteoroid: Minmatar Mining
|- style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle);"
! Prefix !! Info !! Weakness
|-
| Blight || [[File:Icon_target_max.png|16x16px]] ECM || {{Damagetype|ex}}
|-
| Vandal || DPS || {{Damagetype|ex}}
|-
| Atgeir || Drone aggro || {{Damagetype|ex}}
|-
| Skald || Logi || {{Damagetype|ex}}
|}
</div>


==Regional Differences==
== Interaction & standings ==
Destroying any hostile ships encountered in Metaliminal Meteoroid Homefront operations does not result in any standing gains or losses.


==Hostiles==
However, when flying these Homefronts in 0.8 and lower hi-sec security systems, additional [[Belt rat|belt rat spawns]] can be triggered. These NPCs will split their damage across your fleet, and destroying them will result in a loss of faction standing.


==Reward==
== Finding sites ==
[[File:Graph_ISK_Payout_per_Pilot_vs._Number_of_Pilots_(5-person_Homefronts).svg|alt=Graph showing ISK Payout per Pilot vs Number of Pilots for 5-person Homefronts, max is 15,486,410 ISK at 5 players|500px]]
'''Homefront operations''' are [[Cosmic Anomalies]] located in empire owned [[High Security]] systems, mostly focused around [[trade hubs]] or [[career agent]] systems.


==See Also==
* Opportunities window >  Homefront Operations tab: will render a list of the available homefronts within a limited range.
* Agency window > Homefront Operations tab: will give you a more detailed filtering ability that allows you to search any region.
* Probe Scanner  > Displays all available anomalies in the system, including their distance in AU, with options to warp or align to them.
<gallery>
File:Opportunities Window.jpg|Opportunities > Homefront Operations
File:Agency Window Homefronts.jpg|Agency > Homefront Operations
File:Probe Scanner- Homefront Anomalies.png|Probe Scanner > Homefront Anomalies
</gallery>


==References==
== Rewards ==


Rewards for Metaliminal Meteoroid sites come in two forms: (1) ISK payout upon site completion, and (2) one of five site-specific Mutanite ores that can be sold to NPC buy orders. Every site contains 17,500,000 ISK worth of Mutanite ores, not counting sales tax and residue. <gallery>
File:Amperum Mutanite.jpg|Amperum Mutanite
File:Conflagrati Mutanite.jpg|Conflagrati Mutanite
File:Peregrinus Mutanite.jpg|Peregrinus Mutanite
File:Solis Mutanite.jpg|Solis Mutanite
File:Tenebraet Mutanite.jpg|Tenebraet Mutanite
</gallery>Payout amount follows the standard 5-pilot Homefront Operation payout structure, giving the maximum payout per pilot of 15,486,410 ISK with a fleet of 5.
[[File:Graph_ISK_Payout_per_Pilot_vs._Number_of_Pilots_(5-person_Homefronts).svg|alt=Graph showing ISK Payout per Pilot vs Number of Pilots for 5-person Homefronts, max is 15,486,410 ISK at 5 players|center|thumb|500x500px|Homefront Operation: 5 pilot mission ISK payout]]


== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:Metaliminal Meteoroid- Caldari Mining Scenic 2.png|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Scenic 1
File:Metaliminal Meteoroid- Caldari Mining Scenic.png|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Scenic 2
File:Metaliminal Meteoroid- Caldari Mining Osprey & Venture.png|Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Osprey & Venture
</gallery>
[[Category:Homefront Operations]]
[[Category:Homefront Operations]]

Latest revision as of 10:55, 24 September 2025

Main article: Homefront operation
Homefront Operations

Empire Sites
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Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining

The objective is to mine the central large asteroid, which contains one of five types of mutanite ore. This asteroid holds 3,500 units (14,000 m³) of ore, which can be sold to NPC buyers in the region for an additional 17.5 million ISK toward the group payout.

Standard procedure is for the logistics ship to take the acceleration gate first and draw enemy fire, followed by the mining venture. Once inside, everyone orbits the large asteroid at close range and begins mining. A TI hauler can also serve as a sixth fleet member, waiting outside the site to collect the mined ore once the operation is complete.

Be advised that enemy ships will aggressively target and destroy any drones deployed during the engagement, making drone usage a risky choice for capsuleers who rely heavily on them for damage or utility.

Using EP-S Gaussian Scoped Mining Laser in the Mining ships will preserve the full 3500 units ore as they do not apply any mining residue.

  • T2 Mining Module - Residue Modifier
    T2 Mining Module - Residue Modifier

Fleet size & composition

  • Optimal fleet size: 5 ships
  • Fleet composition: T1 Ventures , T1 Logistic Cruisers (Logi), T1 Hauler

Type of ships allowed

This homefront operation takes place in a deadspace pocket with an acceleration gate that has ship restrictions.

  • Tech 1 frigates, navy and pirate frigates
  • Tech 1 destroyers, navy and pirate destroyers
  • Tech 1 cruisers
  • Tech 1 haulers, including Squall
  • Ventures
  • Noctis

Note: You can view in-game ship restrictions for each Homefront Operation by opening the Opportunities window (ALT+J) and double-clicking on a mission.

  • Homefront ship restrictions example
    Homefront ship restrictions example

Mission parameters

  • Time-limit: 20 minutes
  • Mutanite Ore Depletion
  • Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining - Mission Parameters
    Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining - Mission Parameters
  • Metaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining - Mission Parameters
    Metaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining - Mission Parameters

Metaliminal Meteoroid in different empires

There are regional differences in the site’s description, hostile damage types or EWAR.

WARNING: Ship fittings are region-specific. Each faction has unique resistances and damage types. An improper fit can cost you your ship.
Region Site Damage types EWAR Weakness Enemy Faction
Amarr space Amarr Metaliminal Meteoroid: Amarr Mining Thermal damage ThExplosive damage Ex ECM Electromagnetic damage EM Disciples of Purity
Caldari space Caldari Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Kinetic damage KinThermal damage Th ECM Electromagnetic damage EM Guristas
Gallente space Gallente Metaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining Electromagnetic damage EMThermal damage Th Webs Explosive damage Ex Rogue Drones
Minmatar space Minmatar Metaliminal Meteoroid: Minmatar Mining Thermal damage ThElectromagnetic damage EM ECM Explosive damage Ex Ashes of Turnur

Hostiles

A fleet of ±15 NPC's consisting of frigates, destroyers, cruisers, and battlecruisers will be present upon arrival. They will concentrate their fire on one capsuleer ship at a time, beginning with the first vessel to enter the site, and may periodically switch targets as a group. An exception applies to hostiles with the Atgeir, Smuggler, Corrupted or Wraithful prefixes: these will immediately target any drones that are deployed, but will revert to attacking the currently focused capsuleer ship if no drones are present.

Amarr spaceMetaliminal Meteoroid: Amarr Mining
Prefix Info Weakness
Shrouding ECM Electromagnetic damage EM
Wraithful Drone aggo Electromagnetic damage EM
Righteous DPS Electromagnetic damage EM
Preaching Logi Electromagnetic damage EM
Grand DPS Electromagnetic damage EM
Caldari spaceMetaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining
Prefix Info Weakness
Blindsider ECM Electromagnetic damage EM
Brutal DPS Electromagnetic damage EM
Sawbones Logi Electromagnetic damage EM
Grim DPS Electromagnetic damage EM
Smuggler Drone aggro Electromagnetic damage EM
Gallente spaceMetaliminal Meteoroid: Gallente Mining
Prefix Info Weakness
Alienator Webs Explosive damage Ex
Corrupted Drone aggro Explosive damage Ex
Machinist Logi Explosive damage Ex
Proliferator DPS Explosive damage Ex
Vitiator DPS Explosive damage Ex
Minmatar spaceMetaliminal Meteoroid: Minmatar Mining
Prefix Info Weakness
Blight ECM Explosive damage Ex
Vandal DPS Explosive damage Ex
Atgeir Drone aggro Explosive damage Ex
Skald Logi Explosive damage Ex

Interaction & standings

Destroying any hostile ships encountered in Metaliminal Meteoroid Homefront operations does not result in any standing gains or losses.

However, when flying these Homefronts in 0.8 and lower hi-sec security systems, additional belt rat spawns can be triggered. These NPCs will split their damage across your fleet, and destroying them will result in a loss of faction standing.

Finding sites

Homefront operations are Cosmic Anomalies located in empire owned High Security systems, mostly focused around trade hubs or career agent systems.

  • Opportunities window > Homefront Operations tab: will render a list of the available homefronts within a limited range.
  • Agency window > Homefront Operations tab: will give you a more detailed filtering ability that allows you to search any region.
  • Probe Scanner > Displays all available anomalies in the system, including their distance in AU, with options to warp or align to them.
  • Opportunities > Homefront Operations
    Opportunities > Homefront Operations
  • Agency > Homefront Operations
    Agency > Homefront Operations
  • Probe Scanner > Homefront Anomalies
    Probe Scanner > Homefront Anomalies

Rewards

Rewards for Metaliminal Meteoroid sites come in two forms: (1) ISK payout upon site completion, and (2) one of five site-specific Mutanite ores that can be sold to NPC buy orders. Every site contains 17,500,000 ISK worth of Mutanite ores, not counting sales tax and residue.

  • Amperum Mutanite
    Amperum Mutanite
  • Conflagrati Mutanite
    Conflagrati Mutanite
  • Peregrinus Mutanite
    Peregrinus Mutanite
  • Solis Mutanite
    Solis Mutanite
  • Tenebraet Mutanite
    Tenebraet Mutanite

Payout amount follows the standard 5-pilot Homefront Operation payout structure, giving the maximum payout per pilot of 15,486,410 ISK with a fleet of 5.

Graph showing ISK Payout per Pilot vs Number of Pilots for 5-person Homefronts, max is 15,486,410 ISK at 5 players
Homefront Operation: 5 pilot mission ISK payout

Gallery

  • Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Scenic 1
    Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Scenic 1
  • Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Scenic 2
    Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Scenic 2
  • Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Osprey & Venture
    Metaliminal Meteoroid: Caldari Mining Osprey & Venture
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