Caldari Basic Ship and Skill Overview: Difference between revisions

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The Merlin is the most capable Caldari frigate for PvP ~~but still falls behind~~ the Rifter in ~~effectiveness~~. Its unique selling point is the possession of four midslots which are very useful for tacklers. This now has 3 turret slots (previously it had a 2+2 setup), making it a shorter train as a first tackler frigate.

The Merlin is the most capable Caldari frigate for PvP, and after the recent Crucible changes, is slightly better than the Rifter in terms of damage and survivability. Its unique selling point is the possession of four midslots which are very useful for tacklers. This now has 3 turret slots (previously it had a 2+2 setup), making it a shorter train as a first tackler frigate.

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|notes=

*It is ~~recommended~~ to fit a [[Full_T2_Tank#Shield_Tank|T2 shield tank]] ~~as soon as possible~~.

*It is required to fit a [[Full_T2_Tank#Shield_Tank|T2 shield tank]] on battlecruisers or larger according to E-UNI wartime regulations.

*Training [[Missile_Launchers#Missile_Support_Skills|missile support skills]] will increase DPS output.

*Use Meta 4 items if you cannot fit T2. Except for the Launchers as they are too expensive.

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-The Merlin is the most capable Caldari frigate for PvP but still falls behind the Rifter in effectiveness. Its unique selling point is the possession of four midslots which are very useful for tacklers. This now has 3 turret slots (previously it had a 2+2 setup), making it a shorter train as a first tackler frigate.
+The Merlin is the most capable Caldari frigate for PvP, and after the recent Crucible changes, is slightly better than the Rifter in terms of damage and survivability. Its unique selling point is the possession of four midslots which are very useful for tacklers. This now has 3 turret slots (previously it had a 2+2 setup), making it a shorter train as a first tackler frigate.
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 |notes=
-*It is recommended to fit a [[Full_T2_Tank#Shield_Tank|T2 shield tank]] as soon as possible.
+*It is required to fit a [[Full_T2_Tank#Shield_Tank|T2 shield tank]] on battlecruisers or larger according to E-UNI wartime regulations.
 *Training [[Missile_Launchers#Missile_Support_Skills|missile support skills]] will increase DPS output.
 *Use Meta 4 items if you cannot fit T2. Except for the Launchers as they are too expensive.