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|cargo_hold = 100 | |cargo_hold = 100 | ||
|warp_drive = Yes | |warp_drive = Yes | ||
|silicate = | |silicate = 350 | ||
|carbon = | |carbon = 234 | ||
|iridium = | |iridium = 143 | ||
|titanium = 6 | |titanium = 6 | ||
|credit = $0 | |quantium=5|credit = $0 | ||
|total_cost = $ | |total_cost = $4,976 | ||
|warehouse = 1 | |warehouse = 1 | ||
|description = This is a slick Cruiser that you can hang out with friends in, or support a fleet in battle. | |description = This is a slick Cruiser that you can hang out with friends in, or support a fleet in battle. | ||
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|vip_required = No | |vip_required = No | ||
|loyalty_required = 2% + Level 1 Starbase | |loyalty_required = 2% + Level 1 Starbase | ||
}} | }} | ||
[[File:2EE38A07-1556-400D-B636-751E963AA793.png|thumb|Old Gideon Model]] | [[File:2EE38A07-1556-400D-B636-751E963AA793.png|thumb|Old Gideon Model]] | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
The '''Gideon''' is a low-cost, turret-focused cruiser with decent speed and maneuverability which makes it a good ship for escorting larger ships and fending off smaller ships such as frigates and fighters. | The '''Gideon''' is a low-cost, turret-focused cruiser with decent speed and maneuverability which makes it a good ship for escorting larger ships and fending off smaller ships such as frigates and fighters. | ||
== Interior == | == Interior == | ||
The interior contains a pilot's seat that you will see if you go through the entry door. Behind the pilot's seat, there's a very tiny passage leading to a double-seated sofa allowing you to transport 2 players. In front, there is a screen with "Oblivion" Written on it. | The interior contains a pilot's seat that you will see if you go through the entry door. Behind the pilot's seat, there's a very tiny passage leading to a double-seated sofa allowing you to transport 2 players. In front, there is a screen with "Oblivion" Written on it. | ||
== Advantages == | == Advantages == | ||
* Low cost. | * Low cost. | ||
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*High speed allows it to get to blind spots easily. | *High speed allows it to get to blind spots easily. | ||
*Great ship for new players. | *Great ship for new players. | ||
== Disadvantages == | == Disadvantages == | ||
* Not much in firepower. | * Not much in firepower. | ||
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* Vulnerable bottom. | * Vulnerable bottom. | ||
* Slower turn speed than most [[:Category:Cruiser|Cruisers]]. | * Slower turn speed than most [[:Category:Cruiser|Cruisers]]. | ||
== Strategy == | == Strategy == | ||
* Support fleets in battle. | * Support fleets in battle. | ||
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* Good for killing [[Aliens]]. | * Good for killing [[Aliens]]. | ||
* Try and get underneath enemy ships as most of your [[Turrets]] are located on the top of the ship. | * Try and get underneath enemy ships as most of your [[Turrets]] are located on the top of the ship. | ||
== Version History == | == Version History == | ||
* Buffed In Version .52, got 1 [[Turrets|Flak Cannon]] and a mobility boost. | * Buffed In Version .52, got 1 [[Turrets|Flak Cannon]] and a mobility boost. | ||
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* It got a remodel in .60d. | * It got a remodel in .60d. | ||
* Recolored and gained a Light Gatling Laser in version .66b | * Recolored and gained a Light Gatling Laser in version .66b | ||
== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
* Before the game went into [BETA], the most used ship to [[Pirating|Pirate]] with was the Gideon. It still remains somewhat popular in such a role. | * Before the game went into [BETA], the most used ship to [[Pirating|Pirate]] with was the Gideon. It still remains somewhat popular in such a role. | ||
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* Can fit three people, one in the pilot seat and two in the sofa in the back. | * Can fit three people, one in the pilot seat and two in the sofa in the back. | ||
*Model used to be slightly glitched | *Model used to be slightly glitched | ||
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Revision as of 03:55, 17 January 2022
The Gideon is a Turret-focused Cruiser.
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Description
The Gideon is a low-cost, turret-focused cruiser with decent speed and maneuverability which makes it a good ship for escorting larger ships and fending off smaller ships such as frigates and fighters.
Interior
The interior contains a pilot's seat that you will see if you go through the entry door. Behind the pilot's seat, there's a very tiny passage leading to a double-seated sofa allowing you to transport 2 players. In front, there is a screen with "Oblivion" Written on it.
Advantages
- Low cost.
- Great amount of turrets for a cruiser.
- Decent speed and mobility.
- Great Turret placement.
- High health.
- High speed allows it to get to blind spots easily.
- Great ship for new players.
Disadvantages
Strategy
- Support fleets in battle.
- Fend off smaller ships.
- Harass Miners or Freighters, or other bigger, slower ships.
- Destroy Dreadnoughts by teaming up with others.
- Always rotate your ship so that all the weapons can aim at the enemy.
- Good for killing Aliens.
- Try and get underneath enemy ships as most of your Turrets are located on the top of the ship.
Version History
- Buffed In Version .52, got 1 Flak Cannon and a mobility boost.
- Nerfed in .54 with the removal of a light Laser Turret.
- It got a remodel in .60d.
- Recolored and gained a Light Gatling Laser in version .66b
Trivia
- Before the game went into [BETA], the most used ship to Pirate with was the Gideon. It still remains somewhat popular in such a role.
- Many experienced players call this the "Cobra-killer".
- This ship used to have Spinals when first added.
- Can fit three people, one in the pilot seat and two in the sofa in the back.
- Model used to be slightly glitched
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