When I first started playing STAR CITIZEN, the CONSTELLATION and the VALKYRIE were my two unaffordable dream ships. Now I have bit the bullet and own a PHOENIX with 10yr insurance. I wanted the Emerald but now you can only get it bundled with several unwanted green vehicles at a crazy price, I'll make do with the INVICTUS Blue skin.
I love this ship! I had the 600i I personally will continue to fly the Phoenix until the rework for the 600i and buy back my pledge. Phoenix is solid with a ballistic gatling load out.
Fun story about the 600i, if you notice the pledge store / hangar description it is either "exploration MODULE" or touring "MODULE". The 600i is modular and at some point you can choose to swap out the modular component to the other. Having a pledged 600i exploration module means to me you can take it to a shipyard if you have bought the touring module, pay for them to do the conversion and then you can be all luxurious when you feel like it.
Love the Connie and the Phoenix I’m considering. Was leaning towards a Taurus but I’m definitely getting a Zeus clipper cargo. So since I won’t need much cargo in a Connie might pick up the Phoenix. It’s sexy. Hope they add a bathroom for the guests and maybe remove a bed there’s a lot of beds lol. Also I love jacuzzis and spas so I hope it stays even tho others dislike it.
I do like mine, though I consider it more 'executive business jet' than 'yacht.' The Emerald might well come back for Stella Fortuna though last year it was in a pack, I'm hoping that individual saes will make a return this year. If they do it likely won't be funds that complicate getting an Emerald but the fact when they did do insividual sales they wer number-limited and they tended to fly off the shelf so to speak.
I say Aquila as “ah-keel-uh” too. I have the Emerald in buyback. You should be able to get it or a nice pack with it in a few weeks during Stella Fortuna. Not sure if there with be a lynx Fortuna but my pack has Ursa Fortuna. It wasn’t hull limited when I bought it. I really hope that the Constellation line gets some love soon with all the new arrests being developed this year. Yeah I agree with the strut issue. Connie should have glass like the mantis or scorpius.
If you look at the Phoenix at launch it had a more bold black/white contrast and looked a lot better. The front cockpit was tinted like on the Emerald version. Graphics and shader changes have seen it fade to this more dull grey highlights look..Hopefully, with a freshen up, it will return to its best look.
The Connie is like the Cutty Black: new players often turn their nose up initially at the aesthetics in favour of ‘cooler’ looking alternatives, but the longer you play, the more you realise why both are so widely praised and appreciated.
Well dont get me wrong, I still dont like the aquila or the andromeda, but the Taurus is nice and the Phoenix to me is the best of the bunch. I think your point is accurate though.
Ive owned every Connie except the Phoenix. I had it in game but lost it a few patches ago i will be trying to pledge one next time its available its the only connie i want to keep in my hanger until they get there rework. It fits in well with my 400i 600i
I've got the 400i / 600 explorer and the Connie phoenix the thing that I think sets the Phoenix apart is the cargo hold is hidden plus when passenger missions come it'll be able to do those where 400i and 600i Explorer won't. Plus I think this Connie just has more unique look.
I think AI blades should be a single purchase but like any other ship part it should degrade over time and its skill should worsen over time. The blade should have a quality level based on how much you spent and how rare it is. Regular maintenance should help keep it functional, overclocking would make it functional to the point of humans.
AI Blades and NPC Crew are just pointless jestures at this stage in the game, CIG are pushing for Group/Org gameplay, and have said NPCCrewAIBlades are in the Roadmap, but a long way off.
The Pheonix is the only ship to go EXPLORING/RV'ing in Star Citizen, the rest are garbage trucks, carrack/600i/400i are very poorly designed and windowless
Well as long as there's the Pheonix im Ok with that, yet, i wouldn't put it past CIG to do the opposite and turn it into another windowless trash can, yet a rework for the Andromeda series is a long ways off. Speedy isnt in their wheelhouse.
If the phoenix had some decent speed and a friggin bathroom, and a kitchen, would probably agree with you but right now the 400i has it beat in speed, and necessary amenities.
I dont do gameplay videos quite yet, waiting for the twitch channel. but I do play. I haven't driven every ship yet but I drive every in-game ship before I review it. These walkthroughs are kind of a sneak peak before I review the ship. I have plans for future updates to these reviews and walkthroughs that involve modern gameplay but I'm waiting until the release of master modes.
It's not a luxury ship. there's not even a bathroom. there's a shower... in the crew quarters. But there's no luxury bathroom. the whole ship is a scam.
When I first started playing STAR CITIZEN, the CONSTELLATION and the VALKYRIE were my two unaffordable dream ships. Now I have bit the bullet and own a PHOENIX with 10yr insurance. I wanted the Emerald but now you can only get it bundled with several unwanted green vehicles at a crazy price, I'll make do with the INVICTUS Blue skin.
If they sell that pack with LTI I might get it but we'll see!
I love this ship! I had the 600i I personally will continue to fly the Phoenix until the rework for the 600i and buy back my pledge. Phoenix is solid with a ballistic gatling load out.
This is an excellent idea!
Constellations are so fun to ride
Fun story about the 600i, if you notice the pledge store / hangar description it is either "exploration MODULE" or touring "MODULE". The 600i is modular and at some point you can choose to swap out the modular component to the other.
Having a pledged 600i exploration module means to me you can take it to a shipyard if you have bought the touring module, pay for them to do the conversion and then you can be all luxurious when you feel like it.
Definitely something I missed. Makes total sense.
It would be pretty cool if they expanded the modules with the rework.
This video sold me on the Phoenix. Definitely going to be on the lookout next month.
Just remember it needs a rework. It currently does not have a bathroom.
Yeah that's definitely an issue.@@billionaireninjas
Love the Connie and the Phoenix I’m considering. Was leaning towards a Taurus but I’m definitely getting a Zeus clipper cargo. So since I won’t need much cargo in a Connie might pick up the Phoenix. It’s sexy. Hope they add a bathroom for the guests and maybe remove a bed there’s a lot of beds lol.
Also I love jacuzzis and spas so I hope it stays even tho others dislike it.
Man same, that zeus cargo is just too good
I do like mine, though I consider it more 'executive business jet' than 'yacht.' The Emerald might well come back for Stella Fortuna though last year it was in a pack, I'm hoping that individual saes will make a return this year. If they do it likely won't be funds that complicate getting an Emerald but the fact when they did do insividual sales they wer number-limited and they tended to fly off the shelf so to speak.
It does feel like a private jet with the passenger rooms.
I say Aquila as “ah-keel-uh” too. I have the Emerald in buyback. You should be able to get it or a nice pack with it in a few weeks during Stella Fortuna. Not sure if there with be a lynx Fortuna but my pack has Ursa Fortuna. It wasn’t hull limited when I bought it.
I really hope that the Constellation line gets some love soon with all the new arrests being developed this year. Yeah I agree with the strut issue. Connie should have glass like the mantis or scorpius.
If you look at the Phoenix at launch it had a more bold black/white contrast and looked a lot better. The front cockpit was tinted like on the Emerald version. Graphics and shader changes have seen it fade to this more dull grey highlights look..Hopefully, with a freshen up, it will return to its best look.
Looking forward to this one!
You're consistence & quality would have made me sub, but Im already subbed, so please enjoy 🍺
This is by far my favorite ship. It’s easy to fly and fight with, plus it comes with a lynx rover.
cool ship that really needs an update, the walls are bare without texture.
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The Connie is like the Cutty Black: new players often turn their nose up initially at the aesthetics in favour of ‘cooler’ looking alternatives, but the longer you play, the more you realise why both are so widely praised and appreciated.
Well dont get me wrong, I still dont like the aquila or the andromeda, but the Taurus is nice and the Phoenix to me is the best of the bunch. I think your point is accurate though.
Emerald is a pretty nice ship
Cool ship!!
Ive owned every Connie except the Phoenix. I had it in game but lost it a few patches ago i will be trying to pledge one next time its available its the only connie i want to keep in my hanger until they get there rework. It fits in well with my 400i 600i
I hope one day we will get the option for a RSI made snub for the Conies. The Kruger snub looks terrible and so out of place with the RSI styling.
Maybe a two seater for the Phoenix. That way you can have a driver
I've got the 400i / 600 explorer and the Connie phoenix the thing that I think sets the Phoenix apart is the cargo hold is hidden plus when passenger missions come it'll be able to do those where 400i and 600i Explorer won't. Plus I think this Connie just has more unique look.
''Passenger Missions''?, i had totally not thought of that option, i might now melt my E1, we'll see. Good one
a reminder for how the game is evolving
its my first in game purchase ship. Well my goal. what's the current cost?
For the Phoenix? A little less than 5.7 million in-game. Pledge is $350
Man I thought it was a standard Connie too.
How do you turn the AI turrets on?!
Not sure that the feature is in-game yet.
In you opinion should AI blades be a subscription service? Worse than, but still cheaper than a Huuumann operator
I think AI blades should be a single purchase but like any other ship part it should degrade over time and its skill should worsen over time. The blade should have a quality level based on how much you spent and how rare it is. Regular maintenance should help keep it functional, overclocking would make it functional to the point of humans.
AI Blades and NPC Crew are just pointless jestures at this stage in the game, CIG are pushing for Group/Org gameplay, and have said NPCCrewAIBlades are in the Roadmap, but a long way off.
You cannot mod the missile racks on any Connie. Emerald is all Size 1
Oh that makes it a bit less attractive.
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The Pheonix is the only ship to go EXPLORING/RV'ing in Star Citizen, the rest are garbage trucks, carrack/600i/400i are very poorly designed and windowless
hopefully the 600i rework will change that. I agree there should be more windows and skylights. My 325a is a great example of window use.
Well as long as there's the Pheonix im Ok with that, yet, i wouldn't put it past CIG to do the opposite and turn it into another windowless trash can, yet a rework for the Andromeda series is a long ways off. Speedy isnt in their wheelhouse.
If the phoenix had some decent speed and a friggin bathroom, and a kitchen, would probably agree with you but right now the 400i has it beat in speed, and necessary amenities.
I like your reviews but you need to get more in game pvp time. alot of your views are based off what you read vs what happens
I dont do gameplay videos quite yet, waiting for the twitch channel. but I do play. I haven't driven every ship yet but I drive every in-game ship before I review it. These walkthroughs are kind of a sneak peak before I review the ship. I have plans for future updates to these reviews and walkthroughs that involve modern gameplay but I'm waiting until the release of master modes.
It's not a luxury ship. there's not even a bathroom. there's a shower... in the crew quarters. But there's no luxury bathroom. the whole ship is a scam.
Hear you. It's scheduled for a rework to make it modern though, so that is 100% going to change.
@@billionaireninjas God I hope so, I have to pee so badly 😫
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