To Aurora or not to Aurora?

[Blind Owl]

So, being excepted to this prestigious organization has got me thinking I should get an Aurora LTI. You know, for crashing into things and general mayhem. So it begs the question, which variant? What would benefit both me and Test? I currently have a Cutlass Blue and a Sabre LTI, as well as a couple P72 LTIs for future upgrades.

Also, how much food am I willing to not put on the table for my family? Kids can eat digital ships, right?

 

[EpilepticCricket]

If you're planning on crashing into our enemies then the LN is probably the best option as it is better equipped to help you survive in combat (so you can crash more strategically).

 

[Blind Owl]

Truth. I do rather fighting to trading. so I reckon the LN would be a good choice. Although, it may behoove me to have at least one trader in the fleet. Maybe a reliant...

 

[Miguelese]

I bought an LX, nothing like crashing in a comfy seat!

 

[Drakewulf]

For a shiny Aurora go LX....mmmmhhh........Patent leather!! However, you have got to love a reliant. Perhaps ccu a P72?

 

[EpilepticCricket]

For a shiny Aurora go LX....mmmmhhh........Patent leather!! However, you have got to love a reliant. Perhaps ccu a P72?

Definitely CCU from a P72. Either to a Reliant or an Aurora CL.

 

[Miguelese]

L X

 

[Blind Owl]

I think p72s are going. I think an LN or LX and a Reliant. LN because I loved that first ship in privateer.. And the reliant may just end up being...ummmm, reliable. I would go for a Freelancer DUR for exploration, but I'm not too sure about the mechanics of having other people fly with me. Will we be able to hire NPCs? Do I NEED to have 2 other crew members? I'm thinking a dedicated exploration ship. Suppose I could use the Aurora LX.
I's so confused. I want them. *sniffle*
Haha

 

[Blind Owl]

I may have just broken down and went for the Freelancer DURp. Sorry son, you're boiling old boots for food this week.

 

[honcho12]

The LN is my favorite ship by far.

 

[thedeadlybutter]

Earlier in chat I had a huge light bulb moment, the Aurora is technically able to be a multi crew ship...

SOOOOO!!!! get one person piloting (duh) and have someone else in the back (not like in the bed, just standing in the back), open the hatches & start shooting! now you have a pilot AND a gunner! (who could easily drop out to go steal a ship or invade of course).

Genius, I know.

 

[maynard]

what is the sound of one hand clapping?

 

[PhosphorusForFun]

what is the sound of one hand clapping?

"CL-"

 

[Captin_Chewie]

Earlier in chat I had a huge light bulb moment, the Aurora is technically able to be a multi crew ship...

SOOOOO!!!! get one person piloting (duh) and have someone else in the back (not like in the bed, just standing in the back), open the hatches & start shooting! now you have a pilot AND a gunner! (who could easily drop out to go steal a ship or invade of course).

Genius, I know.

Yes this! Cheap, semi-effective, Hilarious to watch, and yet confusing to the enemy, which gives you a window of opportunity to ram them or just watch them laugh themselves into an asteroid! Either way, Job accomplished!

 

[Blind Owl]

Earlier in chat I had a huge light bulb moment, the Aurora is technically able to be a multi crew ship...

SOOOOO!!!! get one person piloting (duh) and have someone else in the back (not like in the bed, just standing in the back), open the hatches & start shooting! now you have a pilot AND a gunner! (who could easily drop out to go steal a ship or invade of course).

Genius, I know.

Holy Crap. You're a damn rocket surgeon. This is worthy of a Darwin Award for sure. Haha.

 

[thedeadlybutter]

Holy Crap. You're a damn rocket surgeon. This is worthy of a Darwin Award for sure. Haha.

thank you thank you.

when I get PTU access (hopefully soon, citizen number 88K...) ill make sure to test this out and report back!

also this strategy needs an epic name.

 

[Blind Owl]

thank you thank you.

when I get PTU access (hopefully soon, citizen number 88K...) ill make sure to test this out and report back!

also this strategy needs an epic name.

I'm still regretting not backing initially. I've been waiting for this game since Freelancer. My God I loved Freelancer.
As for the strategy name? Oh boy oh boy oh boy, time to get witty (Here's where my brain shuts off. Ha)

 

[Neophite108]

Y'know, the Freelancer has a really big back door. What if you had a squad of guys sitting in the back, then when someone starts tailing you, just drop the tailgate?

Also, from what I'm understanding you wont NEED other crew members for larger ships, but it certainly helps. And if you need/want help crewing your ships I doubt there will be a shortage of volunteers

 

[Blind Owl]

Lol, I seem to be suffering from this little issue where I want to keep buying ships. Unfortunately, I can only pilot one at a time. I need to clone me. Yup, then I can load the back of my freelancer with clones of me, and proceed with butter's aforementioned plan.
Brings new meaning to tailgating. Just me and my clonies. Having a tailgate party. With pew sticks. And beer.

 

[Pandoz]

Lol, I seem to be suffering from this little issue where I want to keep buying ships. Unfortunately, I can only pilot one at a time. I need to clone me. Yup, then I can load the back of my freelancer with clones of me, and proceed with butter's aforementioned plan.
Brings new meaning to tailgating. Just me and my clonies. Having a tailgate party. With pew sticks. And beer.

This is why you buy multiple game packages....you'll get clones (err...NPCs) to do your bidding!

-Pandoz