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This page is an annotated index to the many PvP combat sources that can be found in this Wiki. It complements the [[:Category:PvP|PvP page category]], which is an alphabetized list with no annotations but does include a wider range of entries. | This page is an annotated index to the many PvP combat sources that can be found in this Wiki. It complements the [[:Category:PvP|PvP page category]], which is an alphabetized list with no annotations but does include a wider range of entries. | ||
''When you edit this page, please try to keep text to the minimum needed to describe the link you are adding.'' | ''When you edit this page, please try to keep text to the minimum needed to describe the link you are adding.'' | ||
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==== <span style="color:#ffffdd">Chat</span> ==== | ==== <span style="color:#ffffdd">Chat</span> ==== | ||
The | The [[EVE University Chat Channels]] page lists channels that might be of some use if you want to discuss PvP. Here are the ones most useful to beginners: | ||
* EVE University (E-UNI): channel is open to the EVE public and people there can try to help. Preface questions with "Q." | * EVE University (E-UNI): channel is open to the EVE public and people there can try to help. Preface questions with "Q." | ||
* Questions (EVE Uni): questions channel for EVE University members. Preface questions with "Q." | * Questions (EVE Uni): questions channel for EVE University members. Preface questions with "Q." | ||
* [[ | * [[EVE University Chat Channels#Campus channels|Campus Channels]]: each of the E-UNI campuses has a channel, and it is not unusual to find discussions of PvP events or problems related to the campus. | ||
Most E-UNI chat channels are password protected for privacy. You can acquire these passwords from [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=23156 this E-Uni forum post]. You need to be an E-Uni member to access this post. | Most E-UNI chat channels are password protected for privacy. You can acquire these passwords from [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=23156 this E-Uni forum post]. You need to be an E-Uni member to access this post. | ||
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* [[zKillboard]]: E-Uni losses and kills are automatically posted here. | * [[zKillboard]]: E-Uni losses and kills are automatically posted here. | ||
===Timers=== | === Timers === | ||
* [[Timers]]: log-off, weapons, remote assistance and other timers that affect your ship's status during combat. | * [[Timers]]: log-off, weapons, remote assistance and other timers that affect your ship's status during combat. | ||
===General Introductions=== | === General Introductions === | ||
These give general descriptions of PvP organization, strategies, tactics, ships, skills and so on, but without digging into the nitty gritty details. Each may cover a variety of topics. | These give general descriptions of PvP organization, strategies, tactics, ships, skills and so on, but without digging into the nitty gritty details. Each may cover a variety of topics. | ||
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* [[Safety Tips for Operating in Low Sec]]: low security space is dangerous; be aware, be prepared. | * [[Safety Tips for Operating in Low Sec]]: low security space is dangerous; be aware, be prepared. | ||
===Tactics=== | === Tactics === | ||
Ways to find fights, win them, and manage their risks. | Ways to find fights, win them, and manage their risks. | ||
==== <span style="color:#ffffdd"> Hunting</span> | ==== <span style="color:#ffffdd"> Hunting</span> ==== | ||
* [[Identifying war targets in Local]]: includes how to set up a [[Identifying war targets in Local#Setting up watchlists|watch list]]. | * [[Identifying war targets in Local]]: includes how to set up a [[Identifying war targets in Local#Setting up watchlists|watch list]]. | ||
* [[Directional scanning]]: use the built-in beyond-visual-range sensors on ''any'' ship to find trouble, or to avoid it. | * [[Directional scanning]]: use the built-in beyond-visual-range sensors on ''any'' ship to find trouble, or to avoid it. | ||
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* [[Cloaking]]: the mechanics of EVE's stealth systems. | * [[Cloaking]]: the mechanics of EVE's stealth systems. | ||
==== <span style="color:#ffffdd"> Combat</span> | ==== <span style="color:#ffffdd"> Combat</span> ==== | ||
* [[Targeting]]: methods and time considerations. | * [[Targeting]]: methods and time considerations. | ||
* [[Tackling]]: the central act that starts most PvP combat in EVE—stopping a target from warping away. | * [[Tackling]]: the central act that starts most PvP combat in EVE—stopping a target from warping away. | ||
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* [[Capacitor warfare]]: make opponents helpless by draining their capacitors. | * [[Capacitor warfare]]: make opponents helpless by draining their capacitors. | ||
==== <span style="color:#ffffdd"> Dealing with losses</span> | ==== <span style="color:#ffffdd"> Dealing with losses</span> ==== | ||
* [[Insurance]]: insure to ensure you can afford to lose your ship. | * [[Insurance]]: insure to ensure you can afford to lose your ship. | ||
* [[Pod saving|How to save your Pod]]: know how to preserve your capsule ("pod") if your ship is lost. | * [[Pod saving|How to save your Pod]]: know how to preserve your capsule ("pod") if your ship is lost. | ||
* [[Ship Replacement Program]]: (for EVE University members only) get reimbursed for ship losses during University fleets. | * [[Ship Replacement Program]]: (for EVE University members only) get reimbursed for ship losses during University fleets. | ||
===Ships=== | === Ships === | ||
Capabilities, uses, comparisons. | Capabilities, uses, comparisons. | ||
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* [[Drone-capable ships]]: includes bay size, bandwidth, etc. | * [[Drone-capable ships]]: includes bay size, bandwidth, etc. | ||
===Hardware and Software=== | === Hardware and Software === | ||
Weapons. Ammunition. Fittings. | Weapons. Ammunition. Fittings. | ||
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==== <span style="color:#ffffdd">Weapons</span> ==== | ==== <span style="color:#ffffdd">Weapons</span> ==== | ||
* [[Turrets]] and [[turret mechanics]]: general treatment of turrets, and the details of their workings. | * [[Turrets]] and [[turret mechanics]]: general treatment of turrets, and the details of their workings. | ||
* [[Missiles]] and [[missile mechanics]]: general treatment of missiles, and the details of their workings. | * [[Missiles]] and [[missile mechanics]]: general treatment of missiles, and the details of their workings. | ||
* [[Drones]] and [[drone mechanics]]: drone types, and nitty-gritty details of their workings. | * [[Drones]] and [[drone mechanics]]: drone types, and nitty-gritty details of their workings. | ||
* [[Bombs]]: unguided area-of-effect weapons for use in nullsec and wormhole space. | * [[Bombs]]: unguided area-of-effect weapons for use in nullsec and wormhole space. | ||
* [[Smartbombs]]: area-of-effect weapons centred on the user's ship. | * [[Smartbombs]]: area-of-effect weapons centred on the user's ship. | ||
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* [[Doctrines]]: consistent doctrines create effective fleets. | * [[Doctrines]]: consistent doctrines create effective fleets. | ||
==== <span style="color:#ffffdd">For commanders</span> | ==== <span style="color:#ffffdd">For commanders</span> ==== | ||
* [[Forming fleets in EVE University]]: not official policy, but thorough checklist of recommended actions.{{Verify}} | * [[Forming fleets in EVE University]]: not official policy, but thorough checklist of recommended actions.{{Verify}} | ||
* [[Fleet Command Guide]]: "Fleet Command in EVE is as much a task of psychology as it is a task of military preparedness and skill." | * [[Fleet Command Guide]]: "Fleet Command in EVE is as much a task of psychology as it is a task of military preparedness and skill." | ||
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* [[Directional scanning#Offensive Scanning]]: the standard tool for finding targets and spotting threats in solo PvP. See especially [[Directional scanning#Offensive Scanning|offensive scanning]]. | * [[Directional scanning#Offensive Scanning]]: the standard tool for finding targets and spotting threats in solo PvP. See especially [[Directional scanning#Offensive Scanning|offensive scanning]]. | ||
==Other== | == Other == | ||
Please add to this category any links that do not fit above. | Please add to this category any links that do not fit above. | ||
=== E-Uni wars === | === E-Uni wars === | ||
* [[Wartime Operations in EVE University]]: important information if E-Uni receives a war declaration and you are operating in highsec space. | * [[Wartime Operations in EVE University]]: important information if E-Uni receives a war declaration and you are operating in highsec space. | ||
* [[Principles of war|Principles of War]]: mass and economy of force, unity of command, maneuver, surprise, security, center of gravity. | * [[Principles of war|Principles of War]]: mass and economy of force, unity of command, maneuver, surprise, security, center of gravity. | ||
* [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=41&start=0 E-Uni Forum: The War Room] Each ongoing war is listed here for discussion. | * [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=41&start=0 E-Uni Forum: The War Room] Each ongoing war is listed here for discussion. | ||
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== Frequently Asked Questions == | == Frequently Asked Questions == | ||
These | These FAQs may shorten your search time, especially if you are new to EVE PvP. (''In the end you will still have plenty of questions. If you cannot find the answers in UNIWiki, you should proceed to ask in one of the [[#Chat|E-UNI chat channels]], or check out the [[#Forums|E-UNI forums]].'') | ||
=== How do I learn about PvP in EVE? === | === How do I learn about PvP in EVE? === | ||
''Do you mean Fleet PVP or solo PVP? Are you a beginner, or are you looking for additional information? Are you trying to fit a specific ship? Or are you looking for good PVP ships in general?'' As you might guess, it's not as simple as it seems - so read on. | ''Do you mean Fleet PVP or solo PVP? Are you a beginner, or are you looking for additional information? Are you trying to fit a specific ship? Or are you looking for good PVP ships in general?'' As you might guess, it's not as simple as it seems - so read on. | ||
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The blunt answer to the question "''how do I learn about PVP in EVE''" is "go do it" - learn by experience. But here are some hints and suggestions about how to get started and where to look. | The blunt answer to the question "''how do I learn about PVP in EVE''" is "go do it" - learn by experience. But here are some hints and suggestions about how to get started and where to look. | ||
* '''''SOLO PVP''''' Every beginner's tutorial on solo PVP says more or less the same thing ... "buy yourself a handful of cheap ships, fit them as cheaply as you can, get insurance, make sure your medical clone is located in a convenient system, and then go down to low sec and fly around and wait for someone to attack you. You will lose ships, but you will learn PvP." | * '''''SOLO PVP''''' Every beginner's tutorial on solo PVP says more or less the same thing ... "buy yourself a handful of cheap ships, fit them as cheaply as you can, get insurance, make sure your medical clone is located in a convenient system, and then go down to low sec and fly around and wait for someone to attack you. You will lose ships, but you will learn PvP." If you would like to read a bit more about good beginning ships and fits, try [[Solo PvP#Ship Choice and Fitting|this UNIWiki link]]. You can also go to YouTube and search on "Eve solo PVP" to find some videos. | ||
*'''''FLEET PVP''''' The easiest way to learn fleet PVP is to join an [[#How do I join a PVP fleet|E-UNI beginners fleet]] and go do it. Two of the fleet roles, [[#tackling|tackling]] and [[#electronic warfare|electronic warfare]], require relatively few skills and can be done by very new players. You can take the E-UNI courses on tackling and EWAR if you wish ... these are offered at regular intervals – check the [[#Calendar_and_Forums|calendar]] for times. This wiki has some guides to [[#Introductions|fleet combat for new players]]. And, you can always just ask about it in chat. Teaching players about fleet combat is one of the main things that EVE University does, it will be easy for you to get started. | * '''''FLEET PVP''''' The easiest way to learn fleet PVP is to join an [[#How do I join a PVP fleet|E-UNI beginners fleet]] and go do it. Two of the fleet roles, [[#tackling|tackling]] and [[#electronic warfare|electronic warfare]], require relatively few skills and can be done by very new players. You can take the E-UNI courses on tackling and EWAR if you wish ... these are offered at regular intervals – check the [[#Calendar_and_Forums|calendar]] for times. This wiki has some guides to [[#Introductions|fleet combat for new players]]. And, you can always just ask about it in chat. Teaching players about fleet combat is one of the main things that EVE University does, it will be easy for you to get started. | ||
*'''''SHIPS''''' Ships and their fittings are large part of the EVE game. There is no simple easy way to know what is best, but the advice that is usually given to beginners is to start with frigates, learn them thoroughly, and then move on to cruisers, battle cruisers and battleships. The two FAQs that follow this one have more to say about ships. | * '''''SHIPS''''' Ships and their fittings are large part of the EVE game. There is no simple easy way to know what is best, but the advice that is usually given to beginners is to start with frigates, learn them thoroughly, and then move on to cruisers, battle cruisers and battleships. The two FAQs that follow this one have more to say about ships. | ||
*'''''TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES''''' Strangely, combat techniques are not discussed very often in this wiki. Perhaps that is because most of them are fairly obvious - target, shoot, repeat. Or perhaps it is because the way you fight has so much to do with your own personality, and the way you have fit out your particular ship. The best advice is probably "get some practice in, and then ask your questions in [[#Calendar, Forums and Chat|chat or one of the forums]]." The odds are good that you will find someone who has been in your situation and is willing to discuss it with you. | * '''''TACTICS AND TECHNIQUES''''' Strangely, combat techniques are not discussed very often in this wiki. Perhaps that is because most of them are fairly obvious - target, shoot, repeat. Or perhaps it is because the way you fight has so much to do with your own personality, and the way you have fit out your particular ship. The best advice is probably "get some practice in, and then ask your questions in [[#Calendar, Forums and Chat|chat or one of the forums]]." The odds are good that you will find someone who has been in your situation and is willing to discuss it with you. | ||
=== What is the best ship for PvP? === | === What is the best ship for PvP? === | ||
The best PvP ship has shields that are 100% effective again all damage types, impenetrable armor, drones that can warp instantaneously to their targets and deliver a massive punch, an invisibility cloak that never goes down, | The best PvP ship has shields that are 100% effective again all damage types, impenetrable armor, drones that can warp instantaneously to their targets and deliver a massive punch, an invisibility cloak that never goes down, and weapons that fire tiny little black holes that suck down their targets, no matter how large. [Sigh], but then everybody would have one and EVE combat would be rather futile, would it not? | ||
OK, so there is no perfect combat ship. What you really want to know is, "How do I best spend my ISK to get myself into a ship that I can fly effectively with my existing skills?" | OK, so there is no perfect combat ship. What you really want to know is, "How do I best spend my ISK to get myself into a ship that I can fly effectively with my existing skills?" | ||
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:For example, suppose you have been training to use drones and are thinking about getting a [[Vexor]]. The Vexor page gives a summary of the skills you need, and it provides two fleet PvP fits: one shield tanked and one armor tanked. | :For example, suppose you have been training to use drones and are thinking about getting a [[Vexor]]. The Vexor page gives a summary of the skills you need, and it provides two fleet PvP fits: one shield tanked and one armor tanked. | ||
* A second, and possibly more useful place, especially if you are an experienced fighter, is to ask in one of the [[EVE University Chat Channels|E-UNI chat channels or forums.]] ''Q&A.E-UNI'' | * A second, and possibly more useful place, especially if you are an experienced fighter, is to ask in one of the [[EVE University Chat Channels|E-UNI chat channels or forums.]] ''Q&A.E-UNI'' is especially useful for this kind of question, as there are often E-UNI experts on who are willing to talk at length about fitting ships. The general ''Chat.E-UNI'' channel is also good, as are the specific channels for the various campuses. Don't be afraid to ask what seems to be a simple or dumb question - fitting ships well is hard to do, and everyone knows that. Also, everyone loves their favorite fits, and they are usually willing to talk about them. [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=129 E-UNI Forum: PvP Ship Loadouts] includes a lot of information on ship fitting, though some of it is probably too technical for beginners. | ||
By the way, there ''is'' no perfect fit. As you probably know by now, a ship's equipment interacts tightly with a pilot's skills, experience and psychology. What works best for one may not work well for another. You will find ''your'' perfect fit by trying different set-ups and seeing how they work out. | By the way, there ''is'' no perfect fit. As you probably know by now, a ship's equipment interacts tightly with a pilot's skills, experience and psychology. What works best for one may not work well for another. You will find ''your'' perfect fit by trying different set-ups and seeing how they work out. | ||
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Other than that you be an E-UNI member, there are no stringent requirements for joining LSC. However, a certain small amount of practical experience is very helpful: | Other than that you be an E-UNI member, there are no stringent requirements for joining LSC. However, a certain small amount of practical experience is very helpful: | ||
*Read [[Fleet terminology]] | * Read [[Fleet terminology]] | ||
*Read [[Bookmarks]] | * Read [[Bookmarks]] | ||
*Read [[Safety Tips for Operating in Low Sec]] | * Read [[Safety Tips for Operating in Low Sec]] | ||
*Listen to [ | * Listen to [[w/images/b/b0/LSC Intro v1.mp3|Introduction to Low-Sec Campus]] | ||
If you are really serious about doing solo PvP, this is not much work, and it will get you off to a good start in your PvP career. | If you are really serious about doing solo PvP, this is not much work, and it will get you off to a good start in your PvP career. | ||
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Every scheduled fleet is pre-announced in the [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=266&start=0 E-UNI Combat Fleet Forum]. You can also find the fleet announcements listed in the [https://www.eveuniversity.org/events/ E-UNI Calendar]. | Every scheduled fleet is pre-announced in the [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=266&start=0 E-UNI Combat Fleet Forum]. You can also find the fleet announcements listed in the [https://www.eveuniversity.org/events/ E-UNI Calendar]. | ||
If you are based in a part of the University which operates in dangerous space, such as the [[Null-Sec Campus]] or the [[Wormhole | If you are based in a part of the University which operates in dangerous space, such as the [[Null-Sec Campus]] or the [[Wormhole Community]], there will also be more free-form, unexpected opportunities to join in "quick-response fleets" when danger arrives. | ||
Recommended Reading: | Recommended Reading: | ||
* [[The Rookie's Guide to Fleet Ops]] | * [[The Rookie's Guide to Fleet Ops]] | ||
Fleet requirements: | Fleet requirements: | ||
* Mumble access: make sure you have [[Mumble]] sorted out and operational. | * Mumble access: make sure you have [[Mumble]] sorted out and operational. | ||
* Have your [[Installing the EVE University Overview|Overview set]] to the E-Uni standard. | * Have your [[Installing the EVE University Overview|Overview set]] to the E-Uni standard. | ||
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Several groups in EVE host regular publicly-accessible PvP fleets which anyone can join. EVE University members are welcome to fly in such fleets provided they do not shoot structures or people blue to the University. See [[public fleets]] for more details. | Several groups in EVE host regular publicly-accessible PvP fleets which anyone can join. EVE University members are welcome to fly in such fleets provided they do not shoot structures or people blue to the University. See [[public fleets]] for more details. | ||
[[Category:PvP]] | [[Category:PvP]] | ||