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# Drifter crisis (2025)

The '''Drifter crisis''' of early 2025 marks a significant escalation in Drifter hostilities within New Eden. This event introduces new '''Crisis Sites''', culminating in the '''Crisis Resolution Operation''', offering capsuleers new PvE challenges and rewards.

~~The **Drifter crisis** of early~~ 2025 ~~marks a significant escalation in~~ Drifter ~~hostilities within New Eden~~, ~~presenting capsuleers~~ with ~~new challenges and opportunities. This guide provides an overview of the Crisis sites~~, ~~including~~ the **Crisis Resolution Operation**, and offers insights on how capsuleers can effectively engage with this content.

== Overview ==

In January 2025, Drifter-controlled forces launched coordinated attacks across high-security and low-security space, primarily targeting civilian infrastructure. Empire factions responded with military action, but capsuleers are called upon to assist in countering the Drifter threat.

~~## Overview~~

Central to this crisis are structures known as '''Vigilant Dreamers''', believed to be key to Drifter operations in affected systems. The full purpose of these sites remains unknown.

~~In January 2025,~~ Drifter-controlled forces launched coordinated attacks across high-security and low-security systems in all four major empires. These offensives primarily targeted civilian infrastructure, prompting immediate military responses. ~~The underlying motivations of the Drifters remain unclear, as the selected systems lack apparent strategic value,~~ and ~~there are no indications of resource extraction or permanent occupation~~. ~~Central~~ to ~~their operations are structures known as **Vigilant Dreamers**, which appear to be focal points of Drifter activity in~~ the ~~affected systems~~. ~~[^1]~~

== Crisis Sites ==

Capsuleers can engage in '''Crisis Sites''' to weaken Drifter presence. Each site has specific ship restrictions and objectives. Successful completions contribute to unlocking the '''Crisis Resolution Operation'''.

## Crisis ~~Sites~~

=== Crisis: Field Rescue ===

* '''Objective:''' Salvage wreckage from an empire assault on a Drifter facility to locate and rescue survivors.

* '''Recommended Fleet:''' At least 3 capsuleers.

* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates and destroyers.

* '''Notes:''' Teamwork is essential to manage salvage and enemy reinforcements.

~~Capsuleers can engage in various~~ **Crisis sites**, ~~each designed for specific fleet compositions~~ and ~~ship classes~~. ~~Successful completion~~ of these sites weakens the Drifters' hold on the system and progresses towards unlocking the **Crisis Resolution Operation**. ~~[^1]~~

=== Crisis: Observatory Infiltration ===

* '''Objective:''' Retrieve valuable relics from the remains of an emergent Jovian Observatory.

* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 3 capsuleers.

* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.

* '''Notes:''' Scanning skills are crucial; beware of Drifter traps.

~~###~~ Crisis: ~~Field Rescue~~

=== Crisis: Deathless Research Outpost ===

- **Objective:** Salvage wreckage from an empire assault on a Drifter ~~facility to locate and rescue survivors~~.

* '''Objective:''' A Deathless research base is under Drifter attack. Capsuleers can defend the structure with remote repair modules or destroy it for Hyperspace Telemetry data.

- **Recommended Fleet:** At least 3 capsuleers.

* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 5 capsuleers (for defense).

- **Permitted Ships:** T1 frigates and standard T1 ~~destroyers~~.

* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.

- **Notes:** Teamwork is essential to efficiently salvage and manage potential threats during the operation.

* '''Notes:''' Logistics ships play a key role in defense; destruction provides alternative loot opportunities.

~~###~~ Crisis: ~~Observatory Infiltration~~

=== Crisis: Lancer Counter Offensive ===

- **Objective:** Retrieve valuable relics from the remains of an ~~emergent Jovian Observatory~~.

* '''Objective:''' A drifter-controlled Destructive Scrutinizer is attacking civilians. Boost an allied Lancer's capacitor within 10 minutes to help take it down in time.

- **Recommended Fleet:** Up to 3 capsuleers.

* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 4-5 capsuleers.

- **~~Permitted Ships~~:** T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.

* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.

- **Notes:** Be cautious of ~~traps left~~ by the ~~Drifters; scanning proficiency~~ is ~~crucial~~.

* '''Notes:''' Logistics ships play a key role in the destruction of the structure by providing remote capacitor to the Lancer Dreadnought. Capacitor transfer is unavailable during the 1-minute siege mode.

~~### Crisis: Deathless Research Outpost~~

~~- **Objective:** A Deathless research base is under Drifter attack. Use remote repair modules to maintain the structure's integrity until it can be secured, or choose to destroy it~~ and ~~sell the recovered Hyperspace Telemetry data~~.

Lancer and Desctructive scrutinizer.jpg|Situational overview

~~- **Recommended Fleet:** 5 capsuleers for defense; fewer may suffice for destruction~~.

1AA.jpg|Captransfer by fleet

~~- **Permitted Ships:** T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers~~.

1AC.jpg|Engagement

~~- **Notes:** Logistics ships play a vital role in defense; coordination is key~~.

AB.jpg|Mission details

</gallery>

~~[^1]~~: [Drifter ~~Crisis~~: ~~Defend New Eden]~~(https://www.eveonline.com/news/view/drifter-crisis-defend-new-eden)

== Crisis Resolution Operation ==

Once enough Crisis Sites are completed, the system-wide '''Crisis Resolution Operation''' becomes available. This high-difficulty site represents the final phase of the Drifter conflict in affected regions.

* '''Location:''' Unsecured Drifter Facility (escalation site)

* '''Objective:''' Assault a heavily fortified Drifter stronghold, disable defense grids, and secure a core data fragment.

* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 10+ capsuleers (including logistics and EWAR support)

* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 and T2 battleships, command ships, and logistics cruisers.

* '''Mechanics:'''

** Drifter AI adapts to incoming threats, requiring fleet coordination.

** Disabling core nodes weakens Drifter responses.

** Final boss: A Drifter battleship with a **doomsday-class weapon** that must be disrupted.

The completion of this operation grants access to exclusive loot, including experimental Drifter components.

== Rewards ==

Loot from Crisis Sites includes salvage, blueprint copies, and novel Drifter-related materials. Some items appear to be components of a larger, undisclosed Drifter technology.

== References ==

* [https://www.eveonline.com/news/view/drifter-crisis-defend-new-eden Drifter Crisis: Defend New Eden] – Official EVE Online news article.

[[Category:Game events]]

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-# Drifter crisis (2025)
+{{main|Drifters}}
+{{Past content|The Drifter Crisis 2025 ended in March 2025}}
+The '''Drifter crisis''' of early 2025 marks a significant escalation in Drifter hostilities within New Eden. This event introduces new '''Crisis Sites''', culminating in the '''Crisis Resolution Operation''', offering capsuleers new PvE challenges and rewards.
-The **Drifter crisis** of early 2025 marks a significant escalation in Drifter hostilities within New Eden, presenting capsuleers with new challenges and opportunities. This guide provides an overview of the Crisis sites, including the **Crisis Resolution Operation**, and offers insights on how capsuleers can effectively engage with this content.
+== Overview ==
+In January 2025, Drifter-controlled forces launched coordinated attacks across high-security and low-security space, primarily targeting civilian infrastructure. Empire factions responded with military action, but capsuleers are called upon to assist in countering the Drifter threat.
-## Overview
+Central to this crisis are structures known as '''Vigilant Dreamers''', believed to be key to Drifter operations in affected systems. The full purpose of these sites remains unknown.
-In January 2025, Drifter-controlled forces launched coordinated attacks across high-security and low-security systems in all four major empires. These offensives primarily targeted civilian infrastructure, prompting immediate military responses. The underlying motivations of the Drifters remain unclear, as the selected systems lack apparent strategic value, and there are no indications of resource extraction or permanent occupation. Central to their operations are structures known as **Vigilant Dreamers**, which appear to be focal points of Drifter activity in the affected systems. [^1]
+== Crisis Sites ==
+Capsuleers can engage in '''Crisis Sites''' to weaken Drifter presence. Each site has specific ship restrictions and objectives. Successful completions contribute to unlocking the '''Crisis Resolution Operation'''.
-## Crisis Sites
+=== Crisis: Field Rescue ===
+* '''Objective:''' Salvage wreckage from an empire assault on a Drifter facility to locate and rescue survivors.
+* '''Recommended Fleet:''' At least 3 capsuleers.
+* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates and destroyers.
+* '''Notes:''' Teamwork is essential to manage salvage and enemy reinforcements.
-Capsuleers can engage in various **Crisis sites**, each designed for specific fleet compositions and ship classes. Successful completion of these sites weakens the Drifters' hold on the system and progresses towards unlocking the **Crisis Resolution Operation**. [^1]
+=== Crisis: Observatory Infiltration ===
+* '''Objective:''' Retrieve valuable relics from the remains of an emergent Jovian Observatory.
+* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 3 capsuleers.
+* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.
+* '''Notes:''' Scanning skills are crucial; beware of Drifter traps.
-### Crisis: Field Rescue
+=== Crisis: Deathless Research Outpost ===
-- **Objective:** Salvage wreckage from an empire assault on a Drifter facility to locate and rescue survivors.
+* '''Objective:''' A Deathless research base is under Drifter attack. Capsuleers can defend the structure with remote repair modules or destroy it for Hyperspace Telemetry data.
-- **Recommended Fleet:** At least 3 capsuleers.
+* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 5 capsuleers (for defense).
-- **Permitted Ships:** T1 frigates and standard T1 destroyers.
+* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.
-- **Notes:** Teamwork is essential to efficiently salvage and manage potential threats during the operation.
+* '''Notes:''' Logistics ships play a key role in defense; destruction provides alternative loot opportunities.
-### Crisis: Observatory Infiltration
+=== Crisis: Lancer Counter Offensive ===
-- **Objective:** Retrieve valuable relics from the remains of an emergent Jovian Observatory.
+* '''Objective:''' A drifter-controlled Destructive Scrutinizer is attacking civilians. Boost an allied Lancer's capacitor within 10 minutes to help take it down in time.
-- **Recommended Fleet:** Up to 3 capsuleers.
+* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 4-5 capsuleers.
-- **Permitted Ships:** T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.
+* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.
-- **Notes:** Be cautious of traps left by the Drifters; scanning proficiency is crucial.
+* '''Notes:''' Logistics ships play a key role in the destruction of the structure by providing remote capacitor to the Lancer Dreadnought. Capacitor transfer is unavailable during the 1-minute siege mode.
-### Crisis: Deathless Research Outpost
+<gallery>
-- **Objective:** A Deathless research base is under Drifter attack. Use remote repair modules to maintain the structure's integrity until it can be secured, or choose to destroy it and sell the recovered Hyperspace Telemetry data.
+Lancer and Desctructive scrutinizer.jpg|Situational overview
-- **Recommended Fleet:** 5 capsuleers for defense; fewer may suffice for destruction.
+AA.jpg|Captransfer by fleet
-- **Permitted Ships:** T1 frigates, destroyers, and standard T1 cruisers.
+AC.jpg|Engagement
-- **Notes:** Logistics ships play a vital role in defense; coordination is key.
+AB.jpg|Mission details
+</gallery>
-[^1]: [Drifter Crisis: Defend New Eden](https://www.eveonline.com/news/view/drifter-crisis-defend-new-eden)
+== Crisis Resolution Operation ==
+Once enough Crisis Sites are completed, the system-wide '''Crisis Resolution Operation''' becomes available. This high-difficulty site represents the final phase of the Drifter conflict in affected regions.
+* '''Location:''' Unsecured Drifter Facility (escalation site)
+* '''Objective:''' Assault a heavily fortified Drifter stronghold, disable defense grids, and secure a core data fragment.
+* '''Recommended Fleet:''' 10+ capsuleers (including logistics and EWAR support)
+* '''Ship Restrictions:''' T1 and T2 battleships, command ships, and logistics cruisers.
+* '''Mechanics:'''
+** Drifter AI adapts to incoming threats, requiring fleet coordination.
+** Disabling core nodes weakens Drifter responses.
+** Final boss: A Drifter battleship with a **doomsday-class weapon** that must be disrupted.
+The completion of this operation grants access to exclusive loot, including experimental Drifter components.
+== Rewards ==
+Loot from Crisis Sites includes salvage, blueprint copies, and novel Drifter-related materials. Some items appear to be components of a larger, undisclosed Drifter technology.
+== References ==
+* [https://www.eveonline.com/news/view/drifter-crisis-defend-new-eden Drifter Crisis: Defend New Eden] – Official EVE Online news article.
+[[Category:Game events]]