So what kind of small thruster buff can we expect?

[Troy_McClure]

As was hinted at by SJA and other Devs, back pedaling may not be an option anymore if small ship speeds are sufficiently buffed. I think bigger ships may end up needing gimbals or turrets now, which we can somewhat defend against in small ships with range and chaff.

This is probably also why class 4 gimbals were introduced

Unfortunately, the Eagle for example, only has one utility point & for full protection against gimbals, chaff x2 is needed; also when you factor in the upcoming buff to missiles & torps, a point defence/ECM sounds like it may be essential equipment too...let's hope range, through increased speed/manoeuvrability is enough to protect the Eagle from these better weapons to make it a viable option!!

 

[the100thmonkey]

As it stands right now, a speed Cobra can outrun missiles. Weapons with their own thrust source are only going to be a problem if they buff the speed and/or you're facing the wrong direction.

 

[WR3ND]

I think I did hear that they'll be playing around with increasing missile range and accuracy as well as the damage and damage type, of course. Not sure about actual speed though.

 

[Troy_McClure]

As it stands right now, a speed Cobra can outrun missiles. Weapons with their own thrust source are only going to be a problem if they buff the speed and/or you're facing the wrong direction.

Yup, that was what I was getting at..speculation is an interesting exercise, but the proof will be in the pudding! Not long to go now!