Why the hell am I rank grinding? Cutter or Corvette worth it?

DukeIronHand

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Been reading threads here about this and that tonight and I had a brain flash.

Why the hell am I rank grinding like a damn maniac? Been doing it 3-4 weeks now.

What I mean is its a huge pain (though good paying) but tedious and if I decide to see it all the way thru I have weeks to go. Currently at Viscount (just) as I figure the Cutter suits my playstyle better then a Corvette. But...

For my "big haulers" I currently have a TradaConda and a Type 9. And the thing is I really like these ships. Like their looks, how they fly, and how they perform at their assigned tasks. Like the ambiance. Everything about them. Have and use both as I can't bear to sell either one. Weird loyalty/like thing I reckon.

At this point in time I now am starting to wonder if the rank grind for me is kind of like climbing Mt. Everest - in that I am doing it "just because it's there." And the Cutter/Corvette is like the forbidden fruit.

If you are a true Anaconda and T9 fan (as in liking just about everything about them) do you regret all the grinding for a Cutter? Guess I can't see it replacing those two (which just kinda hit me) is the whole point of grinding for one! And I get it hauls more cargo but max load isn't everything. Any regrets from Conda/T9 true-believers in getting a Cutter??
 

CMDR Dreamstate

CMDR Dreamstate
DukeIronHand said:
Been reading threads here about this and that tonight and I had a brain flash.

Why the hell am I rank grinding like a damn maniac? Been doing it 3-4 weeks now.

What I mean is its a huge pain (though good paying) but tedious and if I decide to see it all the way thru I have weeks to go. Currently at Viscount (just) as I figure the Cutter suits my playstyle better then a Corvette. But...

For my "big haulers" I currently have a TradaConda and a Type 9. And the thing is I really like these ships. Like their looks, how they fly, and how they perform at their assigned tasks. Like the ambiance. Everything about them. Have and use both as I can't bear to sell either one. Weird loyalty/like thing I reckon.

At this point in time I now am starting to wonder if the rank grind for me is kind of like climbing Mt. Everest - in that I am doing it "just because it's there." And the Cutter/Corvette is like the forbidden fruit.

If you are a true Anaconda and T9 fan (as in liking just about everything about them) do you regret all the grinding for a Cutter? Guess I can't see it replacing those two (which just kinda hit me) is the whole point of grinding for one! And I get it hauls more cargo but max load isn't everything. Any regrets from Conda/T9 true-believers in getting a Cutter??
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Go for Cutter if you're grinding - it's the most broken ship in the game.
 

Necronaught

Necronaught
DukeIronHand said:
Been reading threads here about this and that tonight and I had a brain flash.

Why the hell am I rank grinding like a damn maniac? Been doing it 3-4 weeks now.

What I mean is its a huge pain (though good paying) but tedious and if I decide to see it all the way thru I have weeks to go. Currently at Viscount (just) as I figure the Cutter suits my playstyle better then a Corvette. But...

For my "big haulers" I currently have a TradaConda and a Type 9. And the thing is I really like these ships. Like their looks, how they fly, and how they perform at their assigned tasks. Like the ambiance. Everything about them. Have and use both as I can't bear to sell either one. Weird loyalty/like thing I reckon.

At this point in time I now am starting to wonder if the rank grind for me is kind of like climbing Mt. Everest - in that I am doing it "just because it's there." And the Cutter/Corvette is like the forbidden fruit.

If you are a true Anaconda and T9 fan (as in liking just about everything about them) do you regret all the grinding for a Cutter? Guess I can't see it replacing those two (which just kinda hit me) is the whole point of grinding for one! And I get it hauls more cargo but max load isn't everything. Any regrets from Conda/T9 true-believers in getting a Cutter??
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First off sell your T9 and get a Python. You don't need a T9 with a Tradaconda. Engineer the Python and use it to run missions to rank grind. It will take the tedium out of the grind. You can always run a few deliveries with the Conda and hit some hazrez with the Python at the same time as running missions.

The Cutter would be the first ship to unlock. It is a huge earner and will pay for itself and the Corvette. Once the Cutter is unlocked kit the Conda out for exploration, PVE or sell it. You can always buy another at a later date. The Cutter is so good for trading and imo handles better than the Conda once you get used to the drift. The speed and drift maneuvers (with flight assist off) can get you dropping deliveries and raking in credits so fast. it just feels better to fly than the Anaconda.

Keep at it and good luck.
 

nosleepdemon

nosleepdemon
I own a Corvette and an Anaconda, and between the two of them they do almost everything I want. The Annie handles trading, passenger missions and obviously, exploration.

For everything related to good old fashioned explosions, the Corvette is King. The jump range sucks, but the Corvette is sort of like the FDL in that regard - there is simply no reason to have to get anywhere fast in either of them. The 'Vette is my main ship now, and with the exception of the times I blew up in it, it's almost impossible to die when piloting one ;)
 
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smegunit

smegunit
As you have multiple ships already I'd say it's worth it. Especially if you upgrade it's parts. I'm not sure if you'd use the T9 after you get the cutter, but the Conda will always be useful. Even if it's only for hauling Cutter parts back and forth from engineers.

I grinded my rep at Shu Babassi. Shoenig base in in a boom right now so high chance it's a good grinding spot atm.
Apparently Quince is also still good, but I haven't checked either place for a long time.
 

GilliganTX

GilliganTX
My man, as a loyal Federal pilot, never question the worth of the Corvette.

Obviously the cutter is NOT worth it, but if it comes in time, no harm done.





Seriously though, don't kill yourself grinding for weeks. I rode the skimmer bombing missions hard for about 3 days to get the rank for my corvette. No "weeks" involved. Just wait for the next gold rush and capitalize. It doesn't change much for the game, you just get better shields in CZ's/RES sites with the 'vette vs the 'conda, and more cargo space and speed with the cutter. Incremental improvements in either direction, that will honestly NEVER be worth the "grind." Period.
 

NecasekO

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While I love the T9, I barely use it since getting a Cutter. In a trade configuration Cutter is like a T9 on steroids - more cargo capacity, much faster in normal space, actually has decent shields and weapons. And it has a similar "big ship" feel with slow turning and lot of drifting around. I simply don't see anything that a T9 does better, which is a shame - I'd really like to have a reason to fly it.
 

FoxTwo

FoxTwo
I don't even consider my efforts at ranking up as "grinding"... I just take whatever I can get, I go wherever they tell me (kill this fella here, deliver this there, get some of this and return it to us etc)... I go to new systems, I see new things...

... and if these rank-ups gave me access to ships, chances are I won't even notice until 3 months later :D Cuz I hardly ever want new ships... I'm already happy with my Cobra and Python. Other ships are just like a "collection"... they sit in my garage, I may use them once or twice, but that's about it. I do have ONE specialty ship though - the DBX, for long-range exploration (over 10,000 LY). Anything less than 10,000 LY, I go in my Python. That also includes some pesky passengers that wanna go to some system 1,200 LY away to collect stuff.... yeah I bring them in my Python. There and back in an hour :D

Anyway back on point - don't view your efforts as "grinding" and you'll enjoy it more. Go out there, see new things, meet new people and kill them!
 
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DukeIronHand

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Thank you gentlemen.
Perhaps I am afraid I will have to sell one or both being superfluous once l have a Cutter.
Try not to keep too many ships - especially if I dont fly them often. And I already have a Python for the poster above.
Guess the beloved T9 is more at risk here - there is always something for the awesome Conda to do.

Left Wu Guangi (which was good) and just arrived today at Quince which is definitely been lukewarm so far and I regret the trip.
Thanks for the Shu Babassi tip. I'll give Quince a little more time then check it out.
 

rrobes

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Funny how these same questions keep popping up.

Corvette hauls more that a T9, 480t, in cargo configuration, while maintaining much stronger shields, armor and speed and will deal w/ any NPC it meets. Same w/ the Cutter, even more cargo/speed. And the Anaconda does same w/ a bit less cargo capacity.

If you're complaining about grinding after just a few weeks, then don't do it, because it takes more time than that to get the Cutter/Corvette. No sympathy from those that did the grind I'm afraid.:cool:

I tried transports ships, but I don't like to run from a fight, hence multi-purpose.

The Corvette grind was worth it, but I am not pursuing a Cutter. Happy where I am.
 

Susanna

Susanna
NecasekO said:
While I love the T9, I barely use it since getting a Cutter. In a trade configuration Cutter is like a T9 on steroids - more cargo capacity, much faster in normal space, actually has decent shields and weapons. And it has a similar "big ship" feel with slow turning and lot of drifting around. I simply don't see anything that a T9 does better, which is a shame - I'd really like to have a reason to fly it.
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I suspect this is the answer you have been seeking. The Cutter is better than the T9 or Anaconda for their specific roles and I'd personally prefer to fly the Cutter any day except when I want to get some place quickly (the JumpaConda now does 60ly and is a decent long range ship). So stick with it. You'll be glad you did but I appreciate it's a long slog to get one.
 

DukeIronHand

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smegunit said:
I grinded my rep at Shu Babassi. Shoenig base in in a boom right now so high chance it's a good grinding spot atm.
Apparently Quince is also still good, but I haven't checked either place for a long time.
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Just looked up Shu Babassi in INARA and it looks (from that site) like it would be terrible. What makes it good and for what mission type if you don't mind me asking.
 

Bryan K

Bryan K
Very worth it. I now own all of the big three and they each have functions that they excel at. The Anaconda is the ideal multirole ship and explorer, the Corvette is basically flying death to NPCs in any number, and the Cutter is a nigh-invincible cargo ship. Each also offers a distinctly different flying experience.

If you have your heart set on a Corvette or Cutter, there are ways to get them a little faster than normal. Quince will get you the rank and money for a Cutter in about a month, and Niu Hsing will get you the rank for a Corvette in a similar amount of time. Just depends on what rank you happen to be at already. The lower the better, as long as you hold off on accepting any rank-up missions.
 

PhanttoM

PhanttoM
DukeIronHand said:
Just looked up Shu Babassi in INARA and it looks (from that site) like it would be terrible. What makes it good and for what mission type if you don't mind me asking.
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The system is currently not in a boom, but when it is there will 20+ missions all heading for the nearby system which only has 2 planetary bases.
Without relogging it's easily possible to stack 6-10 missions heading the same station.
 

Pyrotiger

Pyrotiger
Shu Bab can be absolutely brilliant.

Is it worth it? That's a personal question. Corvette - yes. Cutter - no, but you can haul a serious amount of cargo and with DD5 you're practically unstoppable so it's always a mass trading option. But that's my opinion. I'll never rank grind again with other accounts as Anaconda is a very good ship. Getting Corvette and Cutter is an itch you might have to scratch once.
 
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