The video provides an in-depth analysis of the Mirai Guardian heavy fighter’s components and weapon loadouts, highlighting its aesthetic appeal, versatile design, and challenges with power management due to limited power plants. The presenter tests various configurations, including ballistic and laser weapon loadouts, and emphasizes the importance of optimizing power distribution for improved combat performance, promising further detailed testing in future content.
In this video, the presenter explores the components and weapon loadouts of the heavy fighter ship, the Mirai Guardian. The ship is praised for its aesthetic appeal and formidable weaponry, which includes two size five laser cannons and 16 size two missiles. The Guardian is noted for its versatility, featuring front and rear entrances and the ability to store various cargo boxes. However, it does have a notable weakness: its power management is limited due to the two size one power plants, which can create challenges in balancing power allocation between weapons, shields, and engines.
The video delves into power management strategies for the ship, using the latest ship viewer website to analyze stock components. The presenter demonstrates how the ship struggles to provide sufficient power when using stock laser cannons and power plants, often needing to sacrifice life support or cooler capacity to maintain weapon and shield power. By experimenting with different laser cannons, such as the M7A and Attrition five repeaters, the presenter finds ways to optimize power distribution, allowing for better engine performance while maintaining weapon and shield capabilities.
The discussion also covers component upgrades, particularly focusing on the power plant options. The presenter compares the stock military seat power plant with alternatives like the Luma Core Competition A and Brenton Industrial A components. Each option has trade-offs in power output and health, with the Luma Core providing more power segments but at the cost of lower health. Ultimately, the presenter opts to equip the Guardian with the Luma Core for improved power management, allowing for a more balanced distribution of power among the ship’s systems.
Weapon loadouts are another focal point, with the presenter testing different configurations to determine their effectiveness in combat scenarios. The video highlights the benefits of using ballistic loadouts, such as the 85B and Deadbolt 5, which allow for better power management and increased firepower. The presenter also notes the importance of purchasing components from various locations to save money, emphasizing the price differences between shops in Stanton and Pyro.
In the combat testing segment, the presenter showcases the performance of the various loadouts against different targets. The Guardian is put through its paces, demonstrating its capabilities with both laser and ballistic weapons. While the stock loadout with laser cannons is noted as a preferred choice, the presenter expresses interest in further testing with other loadouts, particularly the Attrition. The video concludes with a promise of more detailed combat testing in future content as the presenter unlocks additional missions, encouraging viewers to stay tuned for updates.