Welcome to this post We hope you find the following page, in which we detail the ΔV: Rings of Saturn – Unlockable equipment and Crew, informative.
a list of every known spacecraft that may be piloted, complete with details, unlockable gear, and special crew members.
A word on the contents:
This guide strives to provide a comprehensive list of all currently available ships, unlocked items, and special crew while avoiding major spoilers if feasible.
Since V: Rings of Saturn is a non-linear game and you are expected to explore and find things on your own, we will try to avoid mentioning any of the numerous chance encounters or questlines, but you should be aware that they do exist. Future game upgrades will provide more.
Any remark in the “[Notes]” part of the ship catalog is intended to give a general overview of the roles that are frequently employed (at least those that I am aware of) or to highlight both the positive and negative aspects of the ship model.
However, because V adheres to a “sidegrade” design philosophy, most ships may be utilized for practically any gameplay style or mission. As a result, no ship or piece of equipment is a real upgrade over any other, so feel free to explore and ignore the contents of the [Notes] section if you find a configuration that works or that you like!
Colindo RVM – Cothon Series
Cothon-211 “Chonker”
[Characteristics]
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 4
Crew Capacity: 3
Dry Mass: 83,700 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 405 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 27,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 4
Reaction Engines: 1
EMP Shielding: 100 MW
[Description]
“The 211 model is a version of the 212 explicitly developed for operation in the asteroid belt.
Boasting the largest excavator and bay in the series, she has found specialization in the rings, suited for more oversized cargos and equipment retrieval that other vessels require external manipulators to handle well.”
[Notes]
The design of the 213 variant allows for a higher ore throughput without creating a bottleneck, making it ideal for s*rip-mining. Of course, this ease of loading also means ease of unloading, so care should also be taken to avoid accidentally spilling your cargo. The 213 variant also comes with an oversized excavator, which can be difficult to operate due to its off-center position.
Cothon-212
[Characteristics]
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 4
Crew Capacity: 3
Dry Mass: 83,700 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 405 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 27,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 4
Reaction Engines: 1
EMP Shielding: 100 MW
[Description]
“Developed in the late 21st century and no longer in production, the Colindo RVM Cothon-212 is an interlunar cargo hauler. While it boast impressive cargo space, with a robust external frame which doubles as Faraday cage, the interplanetary-first design is not well suited for a ring environment.
Exposed low-temperature radiators are notoriously fragile, pylon-based thruster layout makes maneuvering challenging and a converted lifepod serves as a cockpit, limiting crew capacity.”
[Notes]
The C-series car, never intended for racing conditions, stands as the underdog in local circles.
Used primarily by novice captains seeking to make money quickly by loading one with MPUs, PDMWGs, Haul Drones and going “s*rip mining”, hoping no pirate notices their slow, often unarmed vessel.
Many consider the K225 the standard in affordable K-series racing vehicles.
However, crews will sometimes opt to retrofit one with equipment worth several times the vessel’s value, producing impressive and admirable results.
Although there may not be much you can do about those massive radiators that threaten to melt your reactor when exposed to external sources, nor the exposed remass fuel tanks feeding one engine that struggles even when all cargo bays are empty, nor its cramped space which would require dedicated piloting skills just for this vessel’s turns and twists.
At least the externally mounted structural cage and antiquated internal systems provide some effective electromagnetic shielding, making the spacecraft ideal for rainstorm events. Should anything go wrong while piloting, you’re already safe in a life pod!
a Cothon.
Cothon-213 “Triplet”
[Characteristics]
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 4
Crew Capacity: 3
Dry Mass: 84,700 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 405 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 27,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 4
Reaction Engines: 3
[Description]
“Developed for operation in the Jupiter-Ganymede system, the 213 sacrifices her stock Faraday cage for a more robust external frame. In combination with her triple torch mounts, the 213 is capable of surpace operations with unassisted takeoffs from most moons in the solar system.”
[Notes]
Un an oddball from the Jovian and Saturnian lunar operations of old.
Yes, triple-engine mounts may be considered an upgrade over a 212. However, with such significant mass that only increases as you load up your bay, this setup manages to push a Cothon at an acceptable speed even when fully loaded.
But those engines must draw heat and mass from somewhere, right?
Expect that old Cothon nuclear reactors may struggle under added stress; their radiators can only offset so much extra heat; using OEM Nakamura thermonuclear thrusters & rockets may result in a fast dive towards disaster with only your fuel reserve left as an anchor point for safety.
Though maneuverability issues remain, precise movements will become even more crucial to avoid an icy deathtrap.
Finally, the external frame was upgraded with stronger nonconductive materials and reinforced directly across the hull to withstand electromagnetic spikes better; she could no longer fight them as easily. However, every 213 and their crew need something like this for when they inevitably collide head-on with a ring road.
Though she makes for an adequate scout ship if you are willing to forego a frontal hardpoint in exchange for a B8 Beacon, you could still consider her an upgrade over the 212 as long as your burning is done in moderation… but where’s the fun in that?
Particularly when she finds the role she is most suited for Racing.
Indeed, some dare to race at nearly 200 meters per second through an icy and rock minefield surrounded by deadly vacuum, their only protection being an aging hull that may or may not survive their assault – an act requiring as much recklessness as it does skill.
Not everyone can utilize a 213 to its full potential; doing so requires good piloting skills and in-depth knowledge of its capabilities as an often modified or customized ship.
Cothon-217 “Bender”
[Characteristics]
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 4
Crew Capacity: 3
Dry Mass: 103,700 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 405 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage (Combined):108,000kg
Control Thrusters: 4
Reaction Engines: 1
EMP Shielding: 100 MW
[Description]
“Based on the Cothon-212’s proven design, the 217 features an experimental variable geometry processed cargo storage, able to adapt to mission requirements on the fly by dynamically resizing the internal containers.
Few of these ships were built, finding use in local operations. Her mass and reduced total cargo capacity make her unsuitable for interplanetary transport.”
[Notes]
Now we’re talking! The 217 may be a rare sight but you can still find some for sale at the local dealerships if you’re lucky.
She’s still got all the downs of the C-series and is even heftier when empty than previous models (you didn’t think that experimental machinery was weightless did you?), but her dynamic cargo system makes up for it in spades, because let’s be honest, who would ever fill 30 tons of processed cargo space for low-value minerals such as iron? It’s all wasted space and time!
The 217 allows you to combine the processed cargo space of 4 dedicated bays, it may appear like a loss compared to the usual 6 monocargo bays but now you can mix and match any high-value ore you find or do the stuff of legends and bring back 120 tons of tungsten! As long as you found and claimed a hotspot first, naturally.
Of course, this all takes time, even if you have a good s*rip-mining setup and friendly terms with the shadier crews of the rings, take it slow and steady, flame someone on RingChan, lay back and watch a movie or discuss whatever with your fellow ringas Official ΔV Discord – [discord.com] , this is a slow operation and it will only get slower the more you load into this ship.
Rusatom-Antonoff – K# Series
KTA24 TNTRL
[Characteristics]
Collaborator: Triskellion-Armstrong
High-Stress Hardpoints: 1
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 4
Dry Mass: 27,970 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 75 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 3,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 1
[Description]
“This dedicated tug/recovery variant, made in collaboration with Triskellion-Armstrong, features a shorter, more robust frame and angled reverse thrust. Her unconventional thrust layout is well-suited for independent salvage and recovery missions.”
[Notes]
Despite being advertised as a “dedicated salvage ship”, these are commonly used as premier bounty hunting vessels, tiny hard-to-hit profile, ideal thrust-to-weight ratio and can still fit an ARM-1500 to recover disabled pirate ships without melting their reactor thanks to the angled forward thrusters, it is a no-brainer.
Granted they do make for great salvage ships, if you already have the coordinates to a derelict that is, as the minuscule cargo bay will ensure any freelance salvage-finding effort is not profitable should the search yield nothing, and alas, Search & Rescue is currently not handing out licenses… for now.
The KTA24 is also a good candidate for racing modifications, but the unusual thruster layout can complicate things.
K37 TNTRL
[Characteristics]
High-Stress Hardpoints: 1
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 4
Dry Mass: 33,200 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 128 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 7,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 1
[Description]
“First developed and flown near the end of the 22nd century, the venerable K37-TNTRL has become the de-facto workhose of The Ring. It’s simple and robust design has proven over the decades to have the kind of reliability and maintainability that’s vital to the thousands of captains and crew who call these well-loved vessels home.”
[Notes]
Everyone in the rings either owns or has flown onboard one of these at least once!
She’s the baseline of the working vessels, she’s dependable, affordable, efficient, versatile and comfortable enough, there’s no role or challenge these old tough girls can’t do with enough love and money, but mostly money.
Take care of this girl, and she will return it thousandfold.
Runasimi KR37 TNTRL
[Characteristics]
Collaborator: Runasimi
High-Stress Hardpoints: 1
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 6
Dry Mass: 47,500 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 100 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 4,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 1
EMP Shielding: 200 MW
High-Resolution LIDAR Package
[Description]
“A dedicated modification for research of, and sample collection in the charged ringstorms of the A ring, the KR37 sacrifices most of the internal cargo bay and processed cargo storage to fit electromagnetic shielding, an expanded habitat, and research stations.
The research package includes high-resolution LIDAR and a hardened Obonto 600 on-board computer.”
[Notes]
Similarly to the KTA24 the KR37 often finds itself pushed for a role it wasn’t originally meant for: combat, as it’s outstanding EM Shielding makes it virtually immune to “less-lethal” weaponry.
However dedicated combat ships will be usually outfitted with the NDCI autopilot, regrettably that means the high-res LIDAR system on this ship won’t be used to it’s fullest in a “true” combat configuration.
Only the MA-337 autopilot LIDAR overlay is natively supported by the KR37 package, offering subperb quality, perfect for exploration.
Naturally, the expanded internals mean less raw and processed cargo space.
KX37 TNTRL
[Characteristics]
High-Stress Hardpoints: 1
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 4
Dry Mass: 37,970 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 140 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 10,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 1
[Description]
“Limited production run of the extended cargo hold variant of the popular K37-TNTRL spacecraft extendes the cargo bay by 4.4 meters, increasing both raw ore storage as well as more processed cargo capacity.”
[Notes]
What’s better than a K37? Why a bigger one of course, and that’s what the KX37 is.
She may be a bit slower now, but she will make a difference in your finances after lengthy dives and is a good candidate for smaller s*rip-mining sessions.
K44 MHFTR Prototype
[Characteristics]
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 4
Crew Capacity: 4
Dry Mass: 54,600 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 170 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 14,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 1
[Description]
“A prototype of the K44 MHFTR, with only a few units ever built.
Designed as a replacement for the K37 TNTRL, the K44 featured a much longer cargo bay and built-in MPD generators to provide power to the ship. The magnetoplasmadynamic generators weren’t reliable enough for service, and most prototypes still use standard-issue turbines instead.”
[Notes]
This is a real unicorn, this bird was never approved for mass-production and no sane dealership would ever sell one to a mining crew when they could auction it to a rich collector.
Most captains will only ever see one through their career and the wise ones will make sure to always bring a vessel outfitted with an ARM to every dive until luck finally smiles upon them, as it can only rarely be found drifting through the rings as a derelict.
As for the ship’s characteristics, the loss of it’s high-stress hardpoint could be a significant negative and the expanded hull starts to noticeably impact flight performance, however this ship lies closer to the MS Prospector series rather than the RA K# series and it features 4 low-stress hardpoints as opposed to 2 low-stress and 2 drone hardpoints from said competition.
Antonoff-Titan K225
[Characteristics]
Collaborator: Titan Heavy Industries
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Docking Bays: 6
Crew Capacity: 12
Dry Mass: 220,100 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 370 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 7,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 10
Reaction Engines: 3
[Description]
“Made in collaboration with Titan Heavy Industries and Antonoff, AT-K225 general cargo carrier features a modular design capable of adopting a wide range of cargo requirements. The processed cargo storage relies on dedicated THI docking bays to host up to 6 compatible autonomous containers to increase the ships’ cargo capacity. A stock variant comes with standard THI Cargo Containers pre-installed.”
[Notes]
This is often the end-goal for many in their career and justifiably so, the K225 is the ultimate s*rip-mining vessel and her payoffs will be worth the investment, but it won’t be quick, she’s a real fat cow and any dives are so prolonged the crew (and captain) are liable to lose focus in a deadly environment, probably one the reasons why the K225 can house up to 3 full crews.
They are always sold with 6 cargo containers for a massive processed cargo capacity, but crews often sacrifice two of these bays for twin Haul Drone mounts.
[WIP] Unidentified K225 Variant
[Characteristics]
[Data Unavailable]
[Description]
[Data Unavailable]
[Notes]
There are reports that some crazy nutjob modified a K225 by redirecting reactor flow to the rear cargo bays.
The things some ringas do…
Unique, found as part of a crew questline. Sibling Questline
Mitsudaya-Starbus – Prospector Series
Pelican Prospector
[Characteristics]
Collaborator: Titan Heavy Industries
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Drone Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 6
Dry Mass: 62,000 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 290 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 14,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 2
[Description]
‘This rare extended cargo bay variant, created in collaboration with Titan Heavy Industries, takes advantage of the sparsely ribbed cargo hold designed of the original Eagle. It extendes the raw cargo space in all directions, almost tripling the raw cargo capacity of this vehicle. Her additional dry mass and the capacity to load up much more cargo shifts the center of mass far in front of the habitat, making maneuvers unwieldy.
Due to the bay’s increased mass, the Eagle’s signature rock grinder has been swapped out for a standard excavator.’
[Notes]
For many the appeal of the Prospector series comes from it’s powerful twin engines and efficient thruster layout, giving unmatched maneuverability for a vessel of significant size.
The Pelican instead opts to turn those strengths into the foundation for a significantly bigger frame that is more in line with the Cothon series and optimized for s*rip-mining setups, which makes the loss of it’s unique rock grinder a minor inconvenience.
Eagle Prospector
[Characteristics]
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Drone Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 6
Dry Mass: 27,500 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 125 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 14,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 2
[Description]
‘Developed in the early 23rd century for the Free States of Earth, the Mitsudaya-Starbus Eagle Prospector wwas designed as a dedicated mining ship, equipped with a robust asteroid grinder and an angled thruster layout prevents thrust against ringroids during the approach, and twin main engines provide more than enough thrust for interlunar travel.’
[Notes]
The Eagle Prospector is the second most common ship you’ll see in the rings after the K37 and it is often the first main goal of novice captains, which is backed up by the Eagle being commonly piloted by those who are successful and can afford such upgrades, although they too are rarely seen recovered by lucky salvage crews.
Speaking of salvage, the lack of a high-stress hardpoint means it cannot safely tow other ships, meaning the recovery of derelict vessels will be down to crew skill and luck.
She boasts impressive agility for her size. The signature rock grinder can break apart smaller ringroids while being highly resistant to impacts, alongside a very respectable raw & processed cargo capacity.
Peacock Prospector
[Characteristics]
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Drone Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 4
Dry Mass: 27,500 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 125 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 14,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 2
Luxurious Crew Habitat
[Description]
‘The Peacock Prospector is a luxury vessel that allows a captain and his crew to operate effectively and comfortably. The expanded crew quarters, leather seats, and the premium espresso machine in the mess make this the nicest ride most crew ever had the privilege of serving aboard, and her advanced interfaces make her systems remarkably easy to work with.’
[Notes]
The Eagle is already the mark of an accomplished ring but the Peacock, as the name implies, is a public boasting statement. The experienced captains who command these will often bring their four most skilled crew during dives as a break from the spacecraft’s otherwise common claustrophobic and practical nature. As far as one can tell, it does seem to make a difference in their mood.
A happy crew is an efficient crew; remember that.
Vulture Prospector
[Characteristics]
Collaborator: Conlido RVM
High-Stress Hardpoints: 1
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 6
Dry Mass: 37,500 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 95 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 14,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 2
Cramped Crew Habitat
[Description]
‘The High-stress Refit (Mono) mod kit from Conlido RVM is an ingenious stretch of the imagination requiring a skilled shipwright to implement, this build rerouts the feeds and power to the two low-stress under mounts, and runs them through the substructure around the cargo bay, along with customized consumable feeds.
While the combined feeds are adapted to operate any single central high-stress mounting, the support structure pierces the habitat making operating the ship uncomfortable.’
[Notes]
The Vulture is a truly radical modification that finally places the Prospector series as a direct competitor to the K37 in the market, and could even be considered a direct upgrade to it.
However, the high-stress refit not only comes at the cost of the standard drone hardpoints but the cargo bay has been cut down to allow for proper ARM manipulation.
Also i usually would say the crew is getting fussy about stubbing their toe on Zero-G. Still, the internal modifications do turn the already cramped conditions of a spacecraft into a nigh-unberable nightmare.
You remember what i said right? Well, an unhappy crew is also lazy, and heavens forbid, they may also ask for a raise.
Bald Eagle
[Characteristics]
Manufacturer: Custom-Built
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Drone Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 6
Dry Mass: 29,500 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 40 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 14,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 4
Reaction Engines: 4
[Description]
‘Hand-crafted with an impressive combination of skill, craft, love and rocket surgery, the current powerhouse of the ring-racing circuit isn’t available through any dealership.
The Bald Eagle relies on gimballed RCS for reliable rotation thrust, but the combination of four torches and a low relative massive give it unparalleled lateral translation and acceleration.’
[Notes]
Don’t mistake the extreme modifications on this ship as the senseless butchery of the Eagle class hull, these babies are works of art with each one being custom-made to the owner’s specifications.
They are built solely with racing in mind and reroute reactor feeds towards two new engines mounted at the beams, making this light-weight ship into the most nimble vessel you’ll ever see in the rings.
These prized ships are not available to the broader public, but if you encounter one in the rings, it’s owner may be willing to part with it, for a truly outrageous price that is.
It also retains a high capacity for processed cargo and has the makings of a terrifying combat ship, however i have yet to see someone use one for mining operations and the lack of a high-stress mount means you won’t bring your bounty target back home.
Obonto Microengineering
OCP-209
[Characteristics]
High-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 8
Dry Mass: 148,500 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 795 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage (Combined):50,000kg
Control Thrusters: 8
Reaction Engines: 1
[Description]
‘The Orbital Construction Platform is a specialized vessel designed for construction. Her forward consumable bays can adjust their weight balance to maintain a center of mass at the center of a carefully designed cargo bay. Because of this, cargos can be arranged to rotate within the bay, and offer no resistance to rotation while maneuvering.
The massive side-loading cargo bay allows her to transport finished components such as reactors and bulkheads, while her twin heavy mountings allow the use of construction manipulators to assist in the assembly of large installations.
With a comfortable large habitat capable of rotational G and a high capacity for raw materials, this unusual design is well suited for construction or resupply missions.’
[Notes]
Recently made available on the market, the OCP is a total game changer. Featuring two hard-stress hardpoints allowing for unmatched firepower or ARM equipment and a side-loading cargo bay capable of engulfing entire ringroids with ease, this huge ship can perform a variety of feats the competition cannot.
It is also worth nothing that the autopilot control scheme will be adjusted when the ship opens it’s cargo bay and it will automatically maneuver to face forward, often resulting in violent rotation which may expel the bay’s contents, for this reason it is heavily recommended to use manual controls with the OCP during mode transition or use the autopilot exclusively for simple tasks such as cruise control.
Additionally, most MPU models have intake layouts which may turn ore processing into a time-consuming frustrating affair.
Elon Interstellar
Elon Interstellar Model E
[Characteristics]
High-Stress Hardpoints: 1
Low-Stress Hardpoints: 2
Crew Capacity: 5
Dry Mass: 27,000 kg
Cargo Bay Volume: 400 m⌃3
Processed Cargo Storage: 11,000 kg
Control Thrusters: 6
Reaction Engines: 2
[Description]
‘The first commercially available fusion craft, the Model E includes multiple ground-breaking innovations. Her signature fusion reactor and torches deliver unparalleled performance, and the halo of her liquid-droplet radiator is instantly recognizable.
Her features include a semi-autonomous autopilot, huge reaction wheels using her propellant as reaction mass, and a cargo bay that can split open to enclose large payloads.’
[Notes]
The “EIME” is subject to heated debates among ringas; although the corporation behind this ship did a solid job and it features many innovative technologies, some argue this ship was designed for tourists or “high-status” individuals rather than as a work-oriented vessel.
Of course, it is still possible to come across a mining crew using one in the rings every now and then, but only the most accomplished of captains can afford to buy one, nevermind use it, as this ship is not just maintenance-heavy but replacement OEM components are tremendously overpriced. For this reason, most EIMEs in service will have their stock experimental engines and thrusters downgraded (gimballed equipment is preferable because of the unusual layout) or be kept below “brand-new” conditions by their captains.
It doesn’t help it either that the unique cargo bay makes the use of MPUs demanding, or that stock HUD is often obtuse, unreliable and confusing to new users… or that the AI-assisted autopilot can perform unpredictable maneuvers which could end in expensive repair jobs.
The upside is that it shares common ground with the K37’s versatility while having superior specifications, which makes the EIME suitable for practically any role imaginable and one of the best ships available in the market… for a price.
Special Equipment
Not all equipment is immediately available at the docks, some require special licensing, but as it is often is in the corpos, it’s mostly a matter of who you know.
Obonto Equipment:
It can definitely be worth your time to strike up the occasional conversation with a fellow ship crew during dive, it’s a big place out there and often enough, someone will be willing to share some pointers to you or an interesting sighting.
I even heard from one crew that there are some ringas with a more “permanent” stay in the rings, with access to some restricted PD licenses, but they don’t just hand them to everyone and not for cheap.
It’s a cold and hard place out there, so i’m sure they would make an exception and may even lower their margins for someone they know they can trust.
Unlocks:
NDPT-4205 Point Defence Turret
Racing Equipment:
It could surprise you how big the underground racing scene here can be, the truly dedicated “pro” racers usually sport heavily modified and customized ships, but they need someone to provide those mods, aye?
Rubbing shoulders with the thrill seeking kind could land you a contact or two, after all, the equipment may not be explicitly illegal and you can always spot some radical ship builds at the dockyard, but not every shipwright is willing to install that sort of “homebrew custom-fit limited-edition” stuff, if they can even requisition a supply to begin with.
Unlocks:
RA-K69V RCS thrusters
ER-42 Autopilot
Bald Eagle Racing HUD
Notorious Crew
You will come across many kinds of people in the rings and here on Enceladus, word gets around about skilled or troublesome individuals, but the important thing to remember is that everyone you meet has their own story.
Oh, that and that people looking for a job usually stick around for two weeks on the hiring roster.
Currently there are 8 unique crew member personalities, every new crew member you hire will be assigned one of these by the game’s seed and will be locked-in during their first dive, so choose wisely based on their career, wage or portrait and don’t lose them as they are usually not replaceable.
This section will list them and how to quickly identify a crew member’s personality or important information, significant spoilers ahead.
- HackerHow to quickly ID: Can hack certain points of interest where you can buy remass.
Important Info: A fairly important character, can disable pirate vessels, has interactions with other quests, events and characters.
- Ex-AnarchistHow to quickly ID: Has unique dialogue with Vilcy Bounty Hunter ships, has nostalgic commentary at a certain moonlet frequented by ringas.
Important Info: Can be lost permanently, has contacts with the shadier types, said ilk may not be as bad as it initially appears.
- AI HaterHow to quickly ID: Has hostile disposition towards all AI-related encounters, will get into fights with the Hacker.
Important Info: Fairly underdeveloped compared to most characters, helps provide context to the setting.
- SingerHow to quickly ID: Has unique commentary at a certain moonlet frequented by ringas, may ask for shore leave.
Important Info: Can be lost permanently, support their career if you wish to keep them / don’t deny leaves, can provide access and extra income in an important pirate-related location.
- Pet OwnerHow to quickly ID: Will “stay behind to clean the ship” at a certain moonlet frequented by ringas, will report ship system damage randomly.
Important Info: Damage reports will actually incur damage which must be repaired back at the station, it may take a very long time until the character gets their fluffy companion.
- Sick CrewmemberHow to quickly ID: Will request sick leave, may request money, chances may be influenced by happiness.
Important Info: Can be lost permanently,ensure they have proper healthcare if you do not wish to lose them, the rings’ working conditions can rob one of their lifetime.
- Missing ChildHow to quickly ID: Has an unique dialogue option with almost all friendly encounters, hang around the edge of the outer ring for a bit until a friendly ship spawns.
Important Info: Can be lost permanently,make sure you bring a ship with an ARM for their questline finale if you wish to keep them and use it quickly before they lose patience.
- Missing SiblingHow to quickly ID: Has unique dialogue when finding a unique, ominous habitat.
Important Info: I have not completed this questline but it should provide access to a unique K225 ship.
Addendum
This is a collection of common terms or information which may not be immediately clear to newcomers.
Ship Registration:
Transponder IDs always display the location where the vessel was first registered:
- BLT – Asteroid Belt
- ETH – Earth
- JG4 – Jupiter-Ganymedes 4
- MRS – Mars
- SE1 – Saturn-Enceladus Prime (You’re here!)
MPU:
Mineral Processing Unit, an important piece of equipment for most mining vessels.
Different models have varying efficiency rates or even rudimentary manufacturing capabilities.
S*rip Mining:
A common practice consists of installing a MPU, haul drones and microwave point-defense or high-powered lasers to mine an area with minimal input.
Ideal for heavier and slow vessels with sizeable processed cargo storage.
Propeller:
A wave pattern in the rings is caused by moonlets, which can fracture into dense ore-rich fields, hotspots for mining.
They are named after their shape similar to twin-bladed engine propellers, as seen from the Visual Feed screen.
Ringa:
A colloquial term used to refer to any diving crews and inhabitants of Saturn’s rings, not intended to be offensive.
Credits!
Thanks to “Beta” on the Official ΔV Discord – [discord.com] for generously providing their save file with the rare K44 to bring this guide closer to completion!
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