Guide / Tutorial Nutter’s explorers guide to the Galaxy

[CmdrPSB]

One for Jackie and the scientific measurement of planet values:

HIP 26212 B 4 A is a CFT rocky planet...In orbit around a molten planet orbiting a neutron star :O

Also worth noting is HIP 26212 A 5 has seven satellites and they're all metal rich. There's a couple of Neutron stars and a black hole in the same cluster as well.

It's ONLY 1579 LY from Sol, so basically in your back garden

 

[Jackie Silver]

It's ONLY 1579 LY from Sol, so basically in your back garden

Thanks. Well, I'm supposed to be Buckyballing, but when I got down to Imperial space I couldn't resist buying an Asp to check out the new paint jobs, so perhaps it's time for a spin.

I'd forgotten quite how good the view is from the Asp's cockpit compared to the Cobra.

 

[Nutter]

Thanks. Well, I'm supposed to be Buckyballing, but when I got down to Imperial space I couldn't resist buying an Asp to check out the new paint jobs, so perhaps it's time for a spin.

I'd forgotten quite how good the view is from the Asp's cockpit compared to the Cobra.

I had to purchase them too (ASP) Had to be Apollo

Also - Why are you not flying a ASP! lol - I've been tinkering with ASP setup too - Vid soon!

 

[Jackie Silver]

Why are you not flying a ASP!

I'm very cautious (and proud) - when I'm in a Cobra I can be reasonably sure that I'm safe from hostile CMDRs but I'm not so confident when flying an Asp.

But now that I'm flying an Asp again I'll have to stick with it - I knew this would happen - the view is so much better and the longer jump range has already made a big difference to how I'm flying. I'm heading off in the direction of HIP 26212 to chase that Rocky/CFT and see the sights along the way.

I've hit on an idea for a long-term project - couple of ideas, really. I'm still looking at making a simplified map with the constellations on it (more accurately, the directions of the constellations relative to Sol) - just playing for this short time it's great knowing where Orion (etc.) is relative to Sol in an absolute, x,y,z sense and not the distorted sort of picture we get from being on a planet that's spinning on a different plane so everything goes all over the place. Like if you look at the Milky Way on a chart of the night sky it's bent round in loops instead of a straight line. So previously if someone said "Sco/Cen association" I'd think "er, ok..." and now I think "ah, Scorpius and Centaurus, that's directly in towards the galactic centre, I actually know where that is!"

The other part of the idea was to go round the constellations of the Zodiac (and then eventually all the other 70-odd constellations) visiting all the major named stars... er, well, I went round Aquarius, and that took long enough. But I think it'll be a good way to get to Elite explorer. The good thing is that there's always some stars that are close to inhabited space, or inhabited themselves, so you're not ever going too far from home. Obviously the Zodiac constellations go round in an off-galactic-plane arc.

I thought of a few more planets I'm looking for - ones which are actually in the progress of terraforming, and ones which have been terraformed. I've seen "terraforming in progress" planets in systems where there's no map data but I don't know whether there'll be any terraformed ones.

Another thing I'm doing is trying to work out the relationship between atmosphere type, density and temperature - not that it has any great practical value that I can see. It appears that the different types of atmosphere make a big difference to the amount of extra heat, as you'd expect. It's cool that it's modeled.

 

[Nutter]

I'm very cautious (and proud) - when I'm in a Cobra I can be reasonably sure that I'm safe from hostile CMDRs but I'm not so confident when flying an Asp.

But now that I'm flying an Asp again I'll have to stick with it - I knew this would happen - the view is so much better and the longer jump range has already made a big difference to how I'm flying. I'm heading off in the direction of HIP 26212 to chase that Rocky/CFT and see the sights along the way.

I've hit on an idea for a long-term project - couple of ideas, really. I'm still looking at making a simplified map with the constellations on it (more accurately, the directions of the constellations relative to Sol) - just playing for this short time it's great knowing where Orion (etc.) is relative to Sol in an absolute, x,y,z sense and not the distorted sort of picture we get from being on a planet that's spinning on a different plane so everything goes all over the place. Like if you look at the Milky Way on a chart of the night sky it's bent round in loops instead of a straight line. So previously if someone said "Sco/Cen association" I'd think "er, ok..." and now I think "ah, Scorpius and Centaurus, that's directly in towards the galactic centre, I actually know where that is!"

The other part of the idea was to go round the constellations of the Zodiac (and then eventually all the other 70-odd constellations) visiting all the major named stars... er, well, I went round Aquarius, and that took long enough. But I think it'll be a good way to get to Elite explorer. The good thing is that there's always some stars that are close to inhabited space, or inhabited themselves, so you're not ever going too far from home. Obviously the Zodiac constellations go round in an off-galactic-plane arc.

I thought of a few more planets I'm looking for - ones which are actually in the progress of terraforming, and ones which have been terraformed. I've seen "terraforming in progress" planets in systems where there's no map data but I don't know whether there'll be any terraformed ones.

Another thing I'm doing is trying to work out the relationship between atmosphere type, density and temperature - not that it has any great practical value that I can see. It appears that the different types of atmosphere make a big difference to the amount of extra heat, as you'd expect. It's cool that it's modeled.

Sounds very interesting... I got loads on my plate.... just doing the HOW TO videos at the moment....

If you are after a Terraformed planet then take a look at

Spoiler

KEPLER 438 (b) - System name "KOI 438"

A bit strange though, as the orbit is off the solar plane and the fact it's so far away! I wonder who formed it? Hmmmm

 

[Conash]

Why i cant go to that system to see it ? If u sold it to the network shouldnt i b able to see that or buy it to see it ? what is the point of returning all that data to the guild if noone else is able to see it ? so sad its MP game but all we can do isnt changing anything for anyone else unless we shoot him down...

 

[Ilenya]

So I went out for a first exploration trip (in a 20ly cobra). Used Barnard's Loop as my point of reference and ended up in the Trapezium cluster in Orion's nebula, roughly 1500ly from Sol. Left the cobra late last night (waaay too late ) with about 1100ly left to go back to civilisation. During these travels, I found two systems that had a name starting with an asterisk (*). I of course forgot to write down the names, I'll have to check when i get back home, but does anyone know what the significance of these systems is? I don't recall seeing any special myself (but perhaps I missed it)

Once I get back, I'll probably go back to doing some more trading to get funds together for a properly equipped Asp. Then I'll set out for another exploration trip once I get my Oculus Rift (hopefully somewhere in the next two weeks) . Would just need to decide which way to go, Sgr A sounds very interesting, but 25kly might be a bit much...

 

[Nutter]

Why i cant go to that system to see it ? If u sold it to the network shouldnt i b able to see that or buy it to see it ? what is the point of returning all that data to the guild if noone else is able to see it ? so sad its MP game but all we can do isnt changing anything for anyone else unless we shoot him down...

Currently you cannot buy or see player data, although at some point, when FD give exploring some love, you might be able to buy it.

 

[virosh]

I am currently on my way to California Nebula (almost there) with my Hauler and i must say that flying alone and seeing such beautiful sceneries feels great!
However, i am starting to hate the visibility from this ship and at the moment ASP is out of the question with 14 million CR required for exploration fitting (+some cash for the insurance and without any AFMU fitted).
I am really starting to think to replace the Hauler with Type-6 for my next expedition.
Yeah, i know, it is a big, slow and not so manoeuvrable freighter, but stripped down it has almost the same range as the Hauler and better canopy visibility which for me is essential when exploring.

 

[robdood]

Hey Explorers. I'm soon to dip my toes into the world of discovery scanning, and after reading up a bit I have one question, really. Is it possible to tell which planets are earthlike / metal rich before full scanning them? Or do I just have to use my intuition? (ie not too close / far from the star)

 

[Nutter]

I am currently on my way to California Nebula (almost there) with my Hauler and i must say that flying alone and seeing such beautiful sceneries feels great!
However, i am starting to hate the visibility from this ship and at the moment ASP is out of the question with 14 million CR required for exploration fitting (+some cash for the insurance and without any AFMU fitted).
I am really starting to think to replace the Hauler with Type-6 for my next expedition.
Yeah, i know, it is a big, slow and not so manoeuvrable freighter, but stripped down it has almost the same range as the Hauler and better canopy visibility which for me is essential when exploring.

I know it's a swear word but, I just set aside two evenings to get an ASP.

Just trade the rares if that still works or Trade and or mine, I know it's painful but a few sessions will net you 12mil no problem (Which is a comfortable amount to kit out a asp and cover insurance)

But yes the Type 6 Has a better view than the hauler for sure

 

[Nutter]

Hey Explorers. I'm soon to dip my toes into the world of discovery scanning, and after reading up a bit I have one question, really. Is it possible to tell which planets are earthlike / metal rich before full scanning them? Or do I just have to use my intuition? (ie not too close / far from the star)

Well, hard to put into text and I am planning on a vid very soon for this, but Earth Like planets are RARE and look like earth in the system map (funny enough!), you are more likely to find water worlds and quite often look exactly like 'Earth Like'. The 3D holographic scanner icon needs to be the Earth symbol too.

As for high metal, generally NOT white in colour. They are genrally close to the parent star, volcanic planets are always high metal content some even 100%

I'l try to do a video guide by the end of the week

 

[robdood]

Ah, many thanks! I didn't realise the images on the system map would hint at the planet type! That's great stuff

Also +1 over here for the view from the type 6.. Especially on Oculus Rift! Hehe.

 

[virosh]

I know it's a swear word but, I just set aside two evenings to get an ASP.

Just trade the rares if that still works or Trade and or mine, I know it's painful but a few sessions will net you 12mil no problem (Which is a comfortable amount to kit out a asp and cover insurance)

But yes the Type 6 Has a better view than the hauler for sure

I have around 7 million credits in assets currently. This includes the cash, the Hauler and my Cobra. Depending on the income from this trip i will decide if i would do a few more rare trade runs with the Cobra to gather the needed cash for the ASP or will sell the Hauler and buy a Type-6 for the next trip.
I just don't want to sell my Cobra. I really like this ship and i love to fly it when i am in the civilized space.

 

[robdood]

You need about 18mil for an asp with a B rank FSD and fuel scoop. Knock those up to A rank and you're talking 42million (!) yikes. More than a couple of evenings' work to me!

 

[Nutter]

I have around 7 million credits in assets currently. This includes the cash, the Hauler and my Cobra. Depending on the income from this trip i will decide if i would do a few more rare trade runs with the Cobra to gather the needed cash for the ASP or will sell the Hauler and buy a Type-6 for the next trip.
I just don't want to sell my Cobra. I really like this ship and i love to fly it when i am in the civilized space.

I stripped my cobra and kept the hull for nostalgia - I can always fit it out again in the future - Still got the wire frame paint job gathering dust

You need about 18mil for an asp with a B rank FSD and fuel scoop. Knock those up to A rank and you're talking 42million (!) yikes. More than a couple of evenings' work to me!

I'm running a 6C scoop - the B and A are ridiculous in wear and tear costs, I think if I fitted a A6 scoop I would make a loss in exploring!

 

[virosh]

You need about 18mil for an asp with a B rank FSD and fuel scoop. Knock those up to A rank and you're talking 42million (!) yikes. More than a couple of evenings' work to me!

The ASP outfitting for exploration is 14 million CR without the insurance. You don't need all A rated when you go exploring. You take all D rated stuff to save mass and only A rated FSD.

EDIT: I agree with @Nutter about the C rated scoop. I also use the same. A/B rated scoop is too much money and the scoop speed deference is not much worth it.

 

[Thalkran]

You don't necessarily need a good Asp to explore. I've been doing a lot with a upgraded Cobra (2.5 mil in it). Even with only a 15-20Ly jump range there is a lot you can explore. Also I would buy power plants based on how good they handle heat. My cobra's PP doesn't give the most power but it handles heat the best. The Heat Sink Launcher module, is a good way to do an emergency heat dump if you get too close to a star for too long.

 

[robdood]

The ASP outfitting for exploration is 14 million CR without the insurance. You don't need all A rated when you go exploring. You take all D rated stuff to save mass and only A rated FSD.

EDIT: I agree with @Nutter about the C rated scoop. I also use the same. A/B rated scoop is too much money and the scoop speed deference is not much worth it.

Heh, that's pretty much how I'd specced it!

http://www.edshipyard.com/#/L=30g,,2-6u6u886u6u8S8I,52C7TCmpV2UI2jw

I'll stick with my hauler, I think. Though am very tempted to use my type 6 just for the views!

 

[Nutter]

You don't necessarily need a good Asp to explore. I've been doing a lot with a upgraded Cobra (2.5 mil in it). Even with only a 15-20Ly jump range there is a lot you can explore. Also I would buy power plants based on how good they handle heat. My cobra's PP doesn't give the most power but it handles heat the best. The Heat Sink Launcher module, is a good way to do an emergency heat dump if you get too close to a star for too long.

32ly Hauler v's your Cobra all day

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