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=== Don't fly anything you can't afford to lose (replace) === | === Don't fly anything you can't afford to lose (replace) === | ||
This is often referred to as the number one rule of EVE Online. When you undock a ship in EVE Online there is always a chance that you will lose it, even in [[System_Security|High Security space]]. So do not fly any ships which would be too expensive for you to lose. Ideally make sure you could afford to replace the ship several times over. | This is often referred to as the number one rule of EVE Online. When you undock a ship in EVE Online there is always a chance that you will lose it, even in [[System_Security|High Security space]]. So do not fly any ships which would be too expensive for you to lose. Ideally make sure you could afford to replace the ship several times over. | ||
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=== High Security space doesn't mean "Safe space" === | === High Security space doesn't mean "Safe space" === | ||
The best thing you can do for yourself is to lose the idea that "High Security" space means you should be safe. "High Security" doesn't mean "secure". The moment you undock your ship you are exposing yourself to the possibility of PvP. | The best thing you can do for yourself is to lose the idea that "High Security" space means you should be safe. "High Security" doesn't mean "secure". The moment you undock your ship you are exposing yourself to the possibility of PvP. | ||
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=== Scamming, stealing and unethical behaviour are allowed === | === Scamming, stealing and unethical behaviour are allowed === | ||
Unlike many games, there are no rules built into Eve Online itself to prevent people from scamming, stealing, lying and so on. If someone steals from you [[CCP Games|CCP]] will not intervene. In fact such behaviour is sometimes encouraged and rewarded by game mechanics. It is worth learning about [[Scams in EVE Online|common scams]]. | Unlike many games, there are no rules built into Eve Online itself to prevent people from scamming, stealing, lying and so on. If someone steals from you [[CCP Games|CCP]] will not intervene. In fact such behaviour is sometimes encouraged and rewarded by game mechanics. It is worth learning about [[Scams in EVE Online|common scams]]. | ||
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=== Don't judge a book by its cover === | === Don't judge a book by its cover === | ||
Just because a ''character'' is newly created doesn't mean the ''player'' is new. Many players have [[Alternate characters|alts]], and some will use a new character to lull others into a false sense of security. Some will even go to the effort of making their new character look trustworthy, for example by joining [[EVE University]] or another new player-friendly corp to give them added credibility. | Just because a ''character'' is newly created doesn't mean the ''player'' is new. Many players have [[Alternate characters|alts]], and some will use a new character to lull others into a false sense of security. Some will even go to the effort of making their new character look trustworthy, for example by joining [[EVE University]] or another new player-friendly corp to give them added credibility. | ||
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== Tips for moving your stuff == | == Tips for moving your stuff == | ||
There are special [[hauling]] ships which you can use to move large amounts of items, or even ships. These are very useful but always be careful when using them. | There are special [[hauling]] ships which you can use to move large amounts of items, or even ships. These are very useful but always be careful when using them. | ||
=== Suicide ganking === | === Suicide ganking === | ||
A suicide ganker is someone who blows up ships in high sec in the knowledge that CONCORD will destroy their ship, expecting to make more than the cost of replacing their ship from looting their victims. | A suicide ganker is someone who blows up ships in high sec in the knowledge that CONCORD will destroy their ship, expecting to make more than the cost of replacing their ship from looting their victims. | ||
Always assume that anyone around you knows what you are hauling. Modules called ship scanners enable other people to scan your ship's contents, sometimes without you knowing. This is especially important if you are going to a [[ | Always assume that anyone around you knows what you are hauling. Modules called ship scanners enable other people to scan your ship's contents, sometimes without you knowing. This is especially important if you are going to a [[trade hub]], as some groups will scan ships routinely a few systems out from hubs so they know which ships are carrying expensive loot. | ||
If the contents of your cargo hold are worth more than the loss of their ship, it is profitable for them to attack you. If they are in high security space they will be destroyed by [[CONCORD]] but they will have an alt or a friend nearby to scoop up the loot. | If the contents of your cargo hold are worth more than the loss of their ship, it is profitable for them to attack you. If they are in high security space they will be destroyed by [[CONCORD]] but they will have an alt or a friend nearby to scoop up the loot. | ||
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=== Never haul PLEX === | === Never haul PLEX === | ||
On a related note, ''never'' haul [[PLEX]]. This is an item which can be purchased with real life money and is valuable in-game item, so it is a very tempting target for gankers. | On a related note, ''never'' haul [[PLEX]]. This is an item which can be purchased with real life money and is valuable in-game item, so it is a very tempting target for gankers. | ||
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* You can ask a trusted friend or a corpmate with a freighter to haul it for you. Freighters have a good tank and are expensive to gank so they are safer to haul items of a larger value. Remember there is always a chance your "friend" or corpmate could steal your items, or get ganked themselves. | * You can ask a trusted friend or a corpmate with a freighter to haul it for you. Freighters have a good tank and are expensive to gank so they are safer to haul items of a larger value. Remember there is always a chance your "friend" or corpmate could steal your items, or get ganked themselves. | ||
* You can sell your stuff and buy it again at your destination, provided this doesn't prove too expensive (check the prices first!) | * You can sell your stuff and buy it again at your destination, provided this doesn't prove too expensive (check the prices first!) | ||
* You can set up a courier contract with a freight service such as [ | * You can set up a courier contract with a freight service such as [https://red-frog.org Red Frog Freight] or [https://www.pushx.net/ Push Industries]. When you set up a courier contract you will set a 'collateral' which covers the cost of your items in the event that they are ganked, so they bear the loss rather than you. | ||
* Many player corps and alliances maintain freighting services for their members as well, often a much lower cost, and better access, than the "public" services. | * Many player corps and alliances maintain freighting services for their members as well, often a much lower cost, and better access, than the "public" services. | ||
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=== Can baiting === | === Can baiting === | ||
This is when someone puts out a can in space advertising "free items". If the can is yellow then if you take the items you will be flagged as a suspect and they will be entitled to shoot you without intervention from CONCORD. | This is when someone puts out a can in space advertising "free items". If the can is yellow then if you take the items you will be flagged as a suspect and they will be entitled to shoot you without intervention from CONCORD. | ||
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=== Ninja Looting and Can Flipping === | === Ninja Looting and Can Flipping === | ||
This is when someone takes from cans which are someone else's. For example, if you are [[Mining#Jetcan_and_GSC_mining|jetcan mining]] or doing missions you may have cans in space. There is nothing to stop people from taking the contents of the cans (unless they are password protected), so you should not assume it is safe until you have taken it to a station. | This is when someone takes from cans which are someone else's. For example, if you are [[Mining#Jetcan_and_GSC_mining|jetcan mining]] or doing missions you may have cans in space. There is nothing to stop people from taking the contents of the cans (unless they are password protected), so you should not assume it is safe until you have taken it to a station. | ||
Sometimes this is not just theft but a way of using the game mechanics to trick you into attacking someone ([[ | Sometimes this is not just theft but a way of using the game mechanics to trick you into attacking someone ([[can flipping]]). The person will deliberately take something from your can which will flag them as a suspect and encourage you to attack them. As soon as you engage them they will be entitled to attack you back, and he will be more prepared than you are. They may have an unexpectedly powerful fit on a weak-seeming ship, may return in a bigger ship, or may call in friends. | ||
== Travel tips == | == Travel tips == | ||
=== Don't use autopilot === | === Don't use autopilot === | ||
Autopilot is the action you take to follow a planned route without manually flying it. It takes a lot longer to complete the route than by manually flying it. It can be useful to fly your ship to your selected destination without your input, but this can be very dangerous. | Autopilot is the action you take to follow a planned route without manually flying it. It takes a lot longer to complete the route than by manually flying it. It can be useful to fly your ship to your selected destination without your input, but this can be very dangerous. | ||
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=== Do use your autopilot avoid list === | === Do use your autopilot avoid list === | ||
Autopilot also has an "avoid list" which enables you to avoid certain systems. Dangerous systems are [[trade hubs]] and choke points which have a lot of traffic, like Uedema and Rancer. You can read more about the autopilot avoidance system [[Autopilot avoidance|here]]. | |||
Autopilot also has an "avoid list" which enables you to avoid certain systems. Dangerous systems are [[ | |||
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