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This document is intended to help you make sure that you've done everything you need to do to be ready for your BASIC class. You don't have to do things in this order, but following the suggested order should minimise the amount of time that you spend on preparation.
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'''1) Enrollment'''
 
  
Make sure have correctly enrolled in the class, that you know when it is, and that your payment has been made (either by yourself, or through a corporate account on your behalf).
 
  
'''2) Connect to the "AU_PVP_UNIVERSITY" channel'''
 
  
Within your EVE client go to 'channels and mailing lists' and add "AU_PVP_UNIVERSITY" - you'll need to be on this channel during the class, and it can be very helpful when making arrangements or asking for help with things.
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'''3) Connect to the ventrilo server'''
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[[Category:Agony]]
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[[Category:PVP University/Frigspec]]
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[[Category:PVP University]]
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[[Category:Public]]
  
Read the [[Setting Up Ventrilo]] article and follow the instructions there on connecting to our Vent server. This gives you even more options when it comes to asking us for help. NOTE: If you don't have a microphone, you still need to connect to Ventrilo so you can listen to the class. There is no point in attending if you can't hear the instructor!
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This document is intended to help you make sure that you've done everything you need to do to get ready for your BASIC class. You don't have to do things in this order, but following the suggested order should minimize the amount of time you spend on preparation.
  
'''4) Check your skills'''
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==Enrollment==
  
Ensure that you have trained the required skills, which can be found on the classes wiki page. For PvP-BASIC, these are:
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Make sure you have correctly enrolled in the class, that you know when it is, what the staging system is, and that your payment has been made (either by yourself, or through a corporate account on your behalf).
  
    * Propulsion Jamming 1+
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==Connect to the "Agony Public" channel==
    * Afterburner 1+
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    * Caldari, Amarr, Gallente or Minmatar Frigate 1+
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    * Sensor Linking 1+
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    * Warp Drive Operation 3+ (yes, we really mean it, not having it can delay the movement of the fleet)
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    * Weapon Disruption 1+
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    * Electronic Warfare 1+
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'''5) (Optional) Prepare your jump clone'''
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Fleet invitations are handled through the in-game chat channel "Agony Public". To join this channel, first click the speech bubble icon in the top right of any chat window, which will open the "Join Channel" window.
  
Check the enrollment post to see which system the class is gathering in. You might want to have a jump clone at that system before the start of the class. The pod survival rate in our Basic classes is around 95% - most people don't lose any ships. Most people who lose their ships don't lose their pods. But losing all your implants is something we'd prefer you didn't risk. Please read the [[Jump Clones]] article for more information.
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* Type in "Agony Public"
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* Click 'Join'.
  
'''6) Consult the enrollment thread so see in which system the class is meeting & set your autopilot there.'''
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==Connect to the Teamspeak 3 server==
  
Often classes are gathered in Nonni, but not always. This is why you should check the enrollment thread for your class to see where it will take place. Otherwise you risk gathering all your equipment and frigates at the wrong location. Nonni is a reasonably major manufacturing center, and is definitely the best place to buy your frigates so that you won't have to haul them. Other trade hubs in the area are Sobaseki (4 jumps from Nonni) and Jita (5 jumps from Nonni). Torrinos (8 jumps from Nonni) tends to be well-stocked, but it also tends to be expensive.
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Read the [[Setting Up Teamspeak]] article and follow the instructions there on connecting to our TS3 server. NOTE: If you don't have a microphone, you still need to connect to TS so you can listen to the class. There is no point in attending if you can't hear the instructor!
  
'''7) Start reading the rest of the articles, browse the PVP-Basic forum'''
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==Check your skills==
  
You can find the articles in the Wiki's PvP-Basic category ([http://www.agony-unleashed.com/wiki/index.php?title=Category:PVP_University/BASIC link]) and the forum [http://www.agony-unleashed.com/e107_plugins/forum/forum_viewforum.php?3 HERE].
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Ensure that you have trained the required skills, which can be found on the class Wiki [[PVP-BASIC#Prerequisites Click Here for Prerequisite Skills]]
  
'''8) Buy your frigates and fittings'''
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==Prepare your Clones==
  
Choose one type of frigate that you think you'll enjoy for the duration of the class. Have a look at the [[Recommended Ship Setups for BASIC]], but understand that it is not all inclusiveHaving your class frigates in different types seems like a really good idea in theory, but in practice it tends to be frustrating and annoying. Don't choose a frigate with a mining laser bonus. Don't choose a frigate with an astrometrics bonus. Don't choose an assault frigate, interceptor, or stealth frigate - they require different techniques to fly than a tech 1 frigate, and we won't be covering those techniques in this class. We usually don't use target painters in the BASIC class, so don't choose a Vigil.
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Check the enrollment post to see which system the class is meeting at. DO set your medical clone to this system, so that if you get podded you will "wake up" in the class station and not 35 systems awayThis makes it much easier and faster for you to reship and rejoin the fleet after a podding.  
  
Each of your frigates is going to need an afterburner. For certain frigates, this doesn't give optimal combat performance, but it's the right choice for most frigates. There are a number of training exercises where the instructor will say "turn on your afterburner" - not having one means you miss out on some of the educational value. Don't buy or fit microwarpdrives. When we say 'afterburner' we mean 'afterburner'. If you feel like fitting named, t2 or faction afterburners, then go for it. Just remember that in 0.0, the real question is not 'if' you lose your ship, but 'when'.
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You might want to have a jump clone at that system before the start of the class. Please read the [[Jump Clones]] article for more information. If you do set up a jump clone at the class staging station, be sure that your regular clone (the one with the implants) is in some other station. This avoids confusion and accidental clone-loss that can result if two jump clones end up in the same place. Once again, don't forget to set your medical clone to the station the class is held.
  
Purchase electronic warfare modules for remainder of your midslots. The midslot items are vitally important to a hydra fleet, so you buy those and make sure you can fit them before you look at fitting weapons. Be aware that different midslot items require different amounts of CPU - don't be afraid to use lighter-caliber guns to make sure you can equip your ewar. (If you're loaded with cash, consider buying a mixture of gun calibers so that you can maximise your punch once the ewar is finalized during the class. Similarly, named modules can help, if you can afford to lose them.)
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You WILL lose ships. You WILL lose pods. So be in a cheap or empty pod!
  
With ammunition 400 rounds per weapon should see you through nicely (so if you have 3 weapons you will need 1200 rounds). If possible, bring an ammunition type that gives you an optimal range around 9-10km, and also an ammunition type that gives an optimal range roughly equal to your frigate's fastest circular orbit.
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==Start reading the rest of the articles, browse the PVP-Basic forum==
  
'''9) Gather everything at the system & station specified in enrollment post.'''
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You can find the articles on the Wiki [[PVP-BASIC]] pages. Take note of anything you don't understand or have questions about so you can ask us questions during the class.
  
Most often this is going to be Nonni V - Lai Dai but occasionally it will be a different system. Make sure to check enrollment thread first.
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==Buy your frigates and fittings==
  
'''10) Fit out your frigates and insure them'''
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Choose one type of frigate that you think you'll enjoy for the duration of the class. Look at the [[Recommended Ship Setups for BASIC]], but understand that it is not all inclusive.  Having your class frigates in different types seems like a really good idea in theory, but in practice it tends to be frustrating and annoying. Don't choose a frigate with an astrometrics (scanning) bonus. As a student, don't choose any of the T2 frigates (assault frigates, interceptors, or stealth frigates) - they require different techniques to fly than a tech 1 frigate, and we won't be covering those techniques in this class. (Note: Alumni may fly T2 frigates but students should NOT).  We usually don't use target painters in the BASIC class, so don't choose a Vigil.
  
Set up your frigates with identical fittings in every slot and get the platinum insurance on each. During the class, you're reasonably likely to be asked to change your fittings around, but you may as well make certain that there's at least one configuration that works. If you're looking for something to squeeze into your low slots, an overdrive might be the best choice.
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Each of your frigates will need an afterburner. For certain frigates, this doesn't give optimal combat performance, but it's the right choice for most T1 frigates in a Hydra fleet. There are a number of training exercises where the instructor will say "turn on your afterburner" - not having one means you miss out on some of the educational value. Don't buy or fit microwarpdrives as a student. When we say 'afterburner' we mean 'afterburner'. If you feel like fitting named, t2 or faction afterburners, then go for it. Just remember that in 0.0, the real question is not 'if' you lose your ship, but 'when'.
  
'''11) Set your medical clone to where your extra frigates are located. '''
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Purchase electronic warfare modules for the remainder of your midslots. The midslot items are vitally important to a Hydra fleet, so buy those and make sure you can fit them before you look at fitting weapons. Be aware that different midslot items require different amounts of CPU - don't be afraid to use lighter-caliber guns to make sure you can equip your ewar. Named meta 3 and meta 4 modules can help with fitting issues, if you can afford to lose them.
  
In the unfortunate event that you do get podded, waking up 50 jumps away from the class and your exta ships would ruin your evening.
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Carry enough ammunition for one or two reloads on each ship. If possible, bring an ammunition type that gives you an optimal range around 9-10km, and also an ammunition type that gives an optimal range roughly equal to your frigate's fastest circular orbit.
  
'''12) (Optional) Finalize your jump clone arrangements '''
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==Gather everything at the system & station specified in enrollment post.==
  
Ensure that your regular clone (the one with the implants!) is in some other station, to avoid confusion and accidental clone-loss that can result if two jump clones end up in the same place.
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This system changes from time to time - see your enrollment thread to find out where the class will start.
  
'''13) Configure your overview and your graphics settings '''
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==Fit out your frigates and insure them==
  
Follow the configuration instructions that are a part of the BASIC course material ([http://www.agony-unleashed.com/wiki/index.php?title=Configuring_the_EVE_client_for_PVP link] ). Yes, you really do need to turn off your sound and effects, and you really do need to set up your overview so that you can't see anything beyond the essentials. If you don't do this and you're lucky, your overview will be cluttered and you might cause a friendly fire incident. If you're unlucky, your client will crash when you jump into a system full of hostiles.
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Set up your frigates with identical fittings in every slot and optionally insure them. During the class, you'll likely be asked to change your fittings around, but you may as well make certain that there's at least one configuration that works. If you're looking for something to squeeze into your low slots, an overdrive might be the best choice.
  
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==Configure your overview and your graphics settings==
  
'''Recommended modules for Basic'''
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Follow the configuration instructions that are a part of the BASIC course material ([http://www.agony-unleashed.com/wiki/index.php?title=Configuring_the_EVE_client_for_PVP_v2.0 link] ). Yes, you really should turn off most effects and you really do need to set up your overview so that you can't see anything beyond the essentials. Cluttered overviews lead to friendly-fire incidents, overtaxed clients lead to lag and client crashes.
  
3-4 of the following modules:
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==Recommended modules for Basic==
Named versions are always preferable to non-named T1 modules and sometimes can be bought for even cheaper prices on the market.
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3-4 each of the following modules:<br>
 
* Remote Sensor Dampener (with both scripts - Targeting Range Dampening and Scan Resolution Dampening)
 
* Remote Sensor Dampener (with both scripts - Targeting Range Dampening and Scan Resolution Dampening)
 
* Tracking Disruptor (with both scripts - Optimal Range Disruption, Tracking Speed Disruption)
 
* Tracking Disruptor (with both scripts - Optimal Range Disruption, Tracking Speed Disruption)
 
* Overdrive Injector System
 
* Overdrive Injector System
* Inertia Stabilizer
 
 
* Nanofiber Internal Structure
 
* Nanofiber Internal Structure
 
* Stasis Webifier
 
* Stasis Webifier
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* Ship scanner (only need 1)
 
* Ship scanner (only need 1)
  
Griffin pilots, bring 2 of the following:
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'''Note:''' Agony recommends you bring meta 3 or 4 named variants - these are usually better than plain T1 and easier to fit, while being similar in price.
* ECM - Spatial Destabilizer
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* ECM - Phase Inverter
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* ECM - Ion Field Projector
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* ECM - White Noise Generator
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Fit racial jammers, not multispecs; they consume less capacitor and have lower fitting requirements.
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Griffin pilots, bring 2 of each of the racial jammers.  Don't fit multispec jammers.
 
Ammunition:
 
Ammunition:
* 1000-1200 rounds of ammunition per frigate
 
  
Might also need:
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* 1000-2000 rounds of ammunition per frigate
Depending on what ship you bring to class you might also need:
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Depending on what ship you may also wish to bring:
 
* Small Remote Armor Repairers are good for healing fleetmates after the battle.
 
* Small Remote Armor Repairers are good for healing fleetmates after the battle.
* Small Nosferatus - OK for short range ships (Rocket, Blaster or Autocannon ships) but better fit a remote armore repairer in remaining high slot.
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* Micro Auxiliary Power Core (to boost your powergrid)
* Small Capacitor Battery
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* Co-Processor (to boost your CPU)
* Micro Auxiliary Power Core
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* Small Armor Maintenance Drones
* Capacitor Power Relay
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* Salvager Drones
* Small Armor Maintenance Drone
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Do NOT bring:
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We'll explain why in class, but DO NOT fit these modules on your ships:
We'll explain why in class, but DO NOT fit these modules on your ships.
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* Sensor boosters
 
* Sensor boosters
 
* Target Painters
 
* Target Painters

Latest revision as of 17:20, 5 March 2016

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This article is out of date and needs to be updated. Once the article has been brought up to date please remove this template from the article body.

This document is intended to help you make sure that you've done everything you need to do to get ready for your BASIC class. You don't have to do things in this order, but following the suggested order should minimize the amount of time you spend on preparation.

Enrollment

Make sure you have correctly enrolled in the class, that you know when it is, what the staging system is, and that your payment has been made (either by yourself, or through a corporate account on your behalf).

Connect to the "Agony Public" channel

Fleet invitations are handled through the in-game chat channel "Agony Public". To join this channel, first click the speech bubble icon in the top right of any chat window, which will open the "Join Channel" window.

  • Type in "Agony Public"
  • Click 'Join'.

Connect to the Teamspeak 3 server

Read the Setting Up Teamspeak article and follow the instructions there on connecting to our TS3 server. NOTE: If you don't have a microphone, you still need to connect to TS so you can listen to the class. There is no point in attending if you can't hear the instructor!

Check your skills

Ensure that you have trained the required skills, which can be found on the class Wiki PVP-BASIC#Prerequisites Click Here for Prerequisite Skills

Prepare your Clones

Check the enrollment post to see which system the class is meeting at. DO set your medical clone to this system, so that if you get podded you will "wake up" in the class station and not 35 systems away. This makes it much easier and faster for you to reship and rejoin the fleet after a podding.

You might want to have a jump clone at that system before the start of the class. Please read the Jump Clones article for more information. If you do set up a jump clone at the class staging station, be sure that your regular clone (the one with the implants) is in some other station. This avoids confusion and accidental clone-loss that can result if two jump clones end up in the same place. Once again, don't forget to set your medical clone to the station the class is held.

You WILL lose ships. You WILL lose pods. So be in a cheap or empty pod!

Start reading the rest of the articles, browse the PVP-Basic forum

You can find the articles on the Wiki PVP-BASIC pages. Take note of anything you don't understand or have questions about so you can ask us questions during the class.

Buy your frigates and fittings

Choose one type of frigate that you think you'll enjoy for the duration of the class. Look at the Recommended Ship Setups for BASIC, but understand that it is not all inclusive. Having your class frigates in different types seems like a really good idea in theory, but in practice it tends to be frustrating and annoying. Don't choose a frigate with an astrometrics (scanning) bonus. As a student, don't choose any of the T2 frigates (assault frigates, interceptors, or stealth frigates) - they require different techniques to fly than a tech 1 frigate, and we won't be covering those techniques in this class. (Note: Alumni may fly T2 frigates but students should NOT). We usually don't use target painters in the BASIC class, so don't choose a Vigil.

Each of your frigates will need an afterburner. For certain frigates, this doesn't give optimal combat performance, but it's the right choice for most T1 frigates in a Hydra fleet. There are a number of training exercises where the instructor will say "turn on your afterburner" - not having one means you miss out on some of the educational value. Don't buy or fit microwarpdrives as a student. When we say 'afterburner' we mean 'afterburner'. If you feel like fitting named, t2 or faction afterburners, then go for it. Just remember that in 0.0, the real question is not 'if' you lose your ship, but 'when'.

Purchase electronic warfare modules for the remainder of your midslots. The midslot items are vitally important to a Hydra fleet, so buy those and make sure you can fit them before you look at fitting weapons. Be aware that different midslot items require different amounts of CPU - don't be afraid to use lighter-caliber guns to make sure you can equip your ewar. Named meta 3 and meta 4 modules can help with fitting issues, if you can afford to lose them.

Carry enough ammunition for one or two reloads on each ship. If possible, bring an ammunition type that gives you an optimal range around 9-10km, and also an ammunition type that gives an optimal range roughly equal to your frigate's fastest circular orbit.

Gather everything at the system & station specified in enrollment post.

This system changes from time to time - see your enrollment thread to find out where the class will start.

Fit out your frigates and insure them

Set up your frigates with identical fittings in every slot and optionally insure them. During the class, you'll likely be asked to change your fittings around, but you may as well make certain that there's at least one configuration that works. If you're looking for something to squeeze into your low slots, an overdrive might be the best choice.

Configure your overview and your graphics settings

Follow the configuration instructions that are a part of the BASIC course material (link ). Yes, you really should turn off most effects and you really do need to set up your overview so that you can't see anything beyond the essentials. Cluttered overviews lead to friendly-fire incidents, overtaxed clients lead to lag and client crashes.

Recommended modules for Basic

3-4 each of the following modules:

  • Remote Sensor Dampener (with both scripts - Targeting Range Dampening and Scan Resolution Dampening)
  • Tracking Disruptor (with both scripts - Optimal Range Disruption, Tracking Speed Disruption)
  • Overdrive Injector System
  • Nanofiber Internal Structure
  • Stasis Webifier
  • Warp Disruptor
  • Warp Scrambler
  • Ship scanner (only need 1)

Note: Agony recommends you bring meta 3 or 4 named variants - these are usually better than plain T1 and easier to fit, while being similar in price.

Griffin pilots, bring 2 of each of the racial jammers. Don't fit multispec jammers. Ammunition:

  • 1000-2000 rounds of ammunition per frigate

Depending on what ship you may also wish to bring:

  • Small Remote Armor Repairers are good for healing fleetmates after the battle.
  • Micro Auxiliary Power Core (to boost your powergrid)
  • Co-Processor (to boost your CPU)
  • Small Armor Maintenance Drones
  • Salvager Drones

We'll explain why in class, but DO NOT fit these modules on your ships:

  • Sensor boosters
  • Target Painters