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* [[Turrets#Autocannon|Projectile Turret]] x 4, Free slot: launcher or drone module | * [[Turrets#Autocannon|Projectile Turret]] x 4, Free slot: launcher or drone module | ||
'''Mid Slots''' | '''Mid Slots''' | ||
*[[Tanking#Fitting_a_shield_tank|Large Shield Extender]] | *[[Tanking#Fitting_a_shield_tank|Large Shield Extender]] x 2 | ||
*Compact Thermal [[Tanking#Fitting_a_shield_tank|Shield Hardener]] | *Compact Thermal [[Tanking#Fitting_a_shield_tank|Shield Hardener]] | ||
*[[Afterburner]] | *[[Afterburner]] | ||
'''Low Slots''' | '''Low Slots''' | ||
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The fifth high slot cannot be used for a turret, but it can mount a launcher or other module. Many ships have this kind of unusual twist - a capacity that doesn't directly connect to the pilot's primary goal. In this case the slot is often filled with a missile launcher (for added damage), a drone control module (for added damage), or a probe launcher (for scouting). | The fifth high slot cannot be used for a turret, but it can mount a launcher or other module. Many ships have this kind of unusual twist - a capacity that doesn't directly connect to the pilot's primary goal. In this case the slot is often filled with a missile launcher (for added damage), a drone control module (for added damage), or a probe launcher (for scouting). | ||
In the mid slots, the shield | In the mid slots, the shield extenders increase the shield's general capacity. Note that these are Large modules rather than the usual Medium fit. The thermal hardener increases thermal resistance, and can be swapped out to match the damage giving [[NPC_damage_types|characteristics of the NPCs]] to be engaged. | ||
The low slot fittings represent another choice for balance. The two shield power relays reduce capacitor recharge to rebuild the shields. The two gyrostabilizers increase the projectile damage and rate of fire. The tracking enhancer improves the accuracy of the projectiles. A player may want to change this balance to in order to trade offense for defense, or vice-versa. | The low slot fittings represent another choice for balance. The two shield power relays reduce capacitor recharge to rebuild the shields. The two gyrostabilizers increase the projectile damage and rate of fire. The tracking enhancer improves the accuracy of the projectiles. A player may want to change this balance to in order to trade offense for defense, or vice-versa. | ||