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| realm = 2 | | realm = 2 | ||
| category = Support | | category = Support | ||
| role = Shield Support | | role = Shield Support / Attack Stealth | ||
| deployment = Space | | deployment = Space | ||
| attack = 400 | | attack = 400 | ||
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| buildtime = 11200s | | buildtime = 11200s | ||
| cost = 7000 Quartz, 6000 Gas, 8000 Iridium, 4000 Silicium | | cost = 7000 Quartz, 6000 Gas, 8000 Iridium, 4000 Silicium | ||
| abilities = Shield Support Science Assist | | abilities = Shield Support<br>Science Assist | ||
| rapidfire = Probe ×3 | | rapidfire = Probe ×3 | ||
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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The '''Frigate''' | The '''Frigate''' is a Realm 2 support escort with a strong shield profile and science utility. In attack fleets it is also the primary tool for '''shortening the defender’s early-warning window''' — see [[Fleet Detection]]. | ||
== Special capabilities == | |||
=== Early-warning stealth === | |||
When you launch a '''PvP attack''', the defender’s push alert is timed from radar and Frigate escort ratio — not from the moment you leave dock. | |||
* Match Frigates to your other ships: each '''5%''' of that match ratio removes '''1 minute''' from the defender’s warning | |||
* Cap: '''−20 minutes''' when Frigates ≥ other ships in the fleet | |||
* Final alert still falls between '''10–30 minutes''' before arrival (radar can push toward the long end) | |||
Full rules, radar interaction, and moon-launch stealth: [[Fleet Detection]]. | |||
=== Fleet role === | |||
Frigates sit in the forward screen with high hull and shields, soaking pressure while combat hulls deal damage. They are support — not a replacement for dedicated warships. | |||
== Strategic Use == | == Strategic Use == | ||
* | * Bring Frigates on raids when you want a shorter defender reaction window | ||
* Fleet | * Pair with '''moon launches''' so [[Radar Station]] scans are less likely to spot your outbound fleet ([[Fleet Detection#Moon launches|moon launches]]) | ||
* | * Expect strong anti-Frigate Rapid Fire from several mid/late combat hulls — do not over-invest without cover | ||
== References == | |||
* [[Fleet Detection]] — early-warning alerts, Frigate stealth math, radar scans | |||
* [[Radar Station]] — moon radar that lengthens defender warning and scans fleets | |||
* [[Fleet Combat]] — PvP combat overview | |||
* [[Rapid Fire]] — how RF multipliers work in battle | |||
Latest revision as of 05:39, 13 September 2026
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| Realm | 2 | |
| Category | Support | |
| Role | Shield Support / Attack Stealth | |
| Deployment | Space | |
| - | Combat Stats | |
| Attack | 400 | |
| Defense | 11000 | |
| Shield | 1600 | |
| Speed | 90 | |
| Target Priority | 1 | |
| - | Logistics | |
| Cargo Capacity | 280 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 40 | |
| - | Build Info | |
| Build Time | 11200s | |
| Cost | 7000 Quartz, 6000 Gas, 8000 Iridium, 4000 Silicium | |
| - | Special | |
| Special Abilities | Shield Support Science Assist | |
| Rapid Fire | Probe ×3 | |
Overview
The Frigate is a Realm 2 support escort with a strong shield profile and science utility. In attack fleets it is also the primary tool for shortening the defender’s early-warning window — see Fleet Detection.
Special capabilities
Early-warning stealth
When you launch a PvP attack, the defender’s push alert is timed from radar and Frigate escort ratio — not from the moment you leave dock.
- Match Frigates to your other ships: each 5% of that match ratio removes 1 minute from the defender’s warning
- Cap: −20 minutes when Frigates ≥ other ships in the fleet
- Final alert still falls between 10–30 minutes before arrival (radar can push toward the long end)
Full rules, radar interaction, and moon-launch stealth: Fleet Detection.
Fleet role
Frigates sit in the forward screen with high hull and shields, soaking pressure while combat hulls deal damage. They are support — not a replacement for dedicated warships.
Strategic Use
- Bring Frigates on raids when you want a shorter defender reaction window
- Pair with moon launches so Radar Station scans are less likely to spot your outbound fleet (moon launches)
- Expect strong anti-Frigate Rapid Fire from several mid/late combat hulls — do not over-invest without cover
References
- Fleet Detection — early-warning alerts, Frigate stealth math, radar scans
- Radar Station — moon radar that lengthens defender warning and scans fleets
- Fleet Combat — PvP combat overview
- Rapid Fire — how RF multipliers work in battle