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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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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.
 
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'''Please note that access to the reading material is not unusually granted until roughly 1 week before the class. Many of the links in this article may not work until then.'''
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==Enrollment==
 
==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).
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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).
  
==Connect to the "AU_PVP_UNIVERSITY" channel==
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==Connect to the "Agony Public" channel==
  
To do this, first click the speech bubble icon in the top right of any chat window, to open the Join Channel window.
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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.
  
- Type in "AU_PVP_UNIVERSITY"
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* Type in "Agony Public"
 
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* Click 'Join'.
- Click 'Join'.
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==Connect to the Teamspeak 3 server==
 
==Connect to the Teamspeak 3 server==
  
Read the [[Setting Up Teamspeak]] article and follow the instructions there on connecting to our TS3 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 TS3 so you can listen to the class. There is no point in attending if you can't hear the instructor!
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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!
  
 
==Check your skills==
 
==Check your skills==
  
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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Ensure that you have trained the required skills, which can be found on the class Wiki [[PVP-BASIC#Prerequisites Click Here for Prerequisite Skills]]
  
    * Propulsion Jamming 1+
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==Prepare your Clones==
    * 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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==(Optional) Prepare your jump clone==
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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 away.  This makes it much easier and faster for you to reship and rejoin the fleet after a podding.
  
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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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.
  
==Consult the enrollment thread so see in which system the class is meeting & set your autopilot there.==
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You WILL lose ships. You WILL lose pods. So be in a cheap or empty pod!
 
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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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==Start reading the rest of the articles, browse the PVP-Basic forum==
 
==Start reading the rest of the articles, browse the PVP-Basic forum==
  
You can find the articles in the Wiki's [[PVP-BASIC]] page and the forum [http://www.agony-unleashed.com/index.php?/forum/3-pvp-basic/ HERE].
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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.
  
 
==Buy your frigates and fittings==
 
==Buy your frigates and fittings==
  
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 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 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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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 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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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 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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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.
  
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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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.==
 
==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.  
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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==
 
==Fit out your frigates and insure them==
  
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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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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==Set your medical clone to where your extra frigates are located.==
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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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==(Optional) Finalize your jump clone arrangements==
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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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==Configure your overview and your graphics settings==
 
==Configure your overview and your graphics settings==
  
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 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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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.
 
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==Recommended modules for Basic==
 
==Recommended modules for Basic==
  
3-4 of the following modules:<br>
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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)
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* Ship scanner (only need 1)
 
* Ship scanner (only need 1)
  
'''Note:''' Agony recommends you bring meta 1 or 2 named variants - these are usually better than plain t1 and easier to fit, while being similar in price.
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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.
 
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Griffin pilots, bring 2 of the following:
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* 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:
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* 1000-2000 rounds of ammunition per frigate
 
* 1000-2000 rounds of ammunition per frigate
  
 
Depending on what ship you may also wish to bring:
 
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.
 
 
* Micro Auxiliary Power Core (to boost your powergrid)
 
* Micro Auxiliary Power Core (to boost your powergrid)
 
* Co-Processor (to boost your CPU)
 
* Co-Processor (to boost your CPU)
* Small Armor Maintenance Drone
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* Small Armor Maintenance Drones
* Capacitor Power Relay/Small Capacitor Battery - not recommended unless your ship is very cap-intensive
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* Salvager Drones
  
 
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:
 
* 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