The video offers a detailed review of the Drake Golem, a compact starter mining ship, highlighting its specifications, low stealth detection capability, and limitations in speed and weaponry. The host conducts various tests, showcasing the Golem’s mining laser effectiveness and plans to further explore mining operations for future content.
In the video, the host provides a comprehensive review and testing of the Drake Golem, a size two, one-seater starter mining ship. The Golem has a maximum speed of 23 m/s and a boost speed of 280 m/s, but the boost is notably short-lived, draining quickly and taking a long time to recharge, which is a disadvantage compared to other ships. The ship has an average maneuverability and a total HP of 17,300, with a cargo capacity of 32 SEU, primarily for its mining pods. The dimensions of the Golem make it compact and able to fit into various larger ships.
The video discusses the ship’s specifications, including its hydrogen and quantum fuel capacities, which are relatively low, indicating that the Golem is not designed for long-distance travel. The operating costs for refueling are also mentioned as being low. In terms of weaponry, the Golem features two size one hardpoints, equipped with CF117 Bulldog repeaters and size one Spark missiles. The ship is equipped with a bespoke Pitman mining laser, which cannot be swapped with other mining lasers, and can accommodate two submodules.
A significant focus of the review is on the Golem’s stealth capabilities. The host conducts a series of cross-section detection tests to assess how stealthy the ship is. The results indicate that the Golem has a low cross-section value of around 3.7 to 3.9 km, making it relatively difficult to detect when powered down. However, when the ship is powered on, its electromagnetic signature increases significantly, making it easier to detect, which highlights the importance of stealth for solo mining operations.
The video also showcases the ship’s interior features, including storage access and weapon racks for FPS weapons. The review details the process of detaching and attaching components, emphasizing the limitations of the bespoke mining laser and the ship’s basic weaponry. The host tests the mining laser in various scenarios, demonstrating its effectiveness as an anti-personnel weapon and against other ships, revealing its potential beyond just mining.
In conclusion, the host acknowledges their limitations in mining expertise and expresses intent to learn more about mining operations to provide better content in the future. The video wraps up with a promise to conduct dedicated mining tests for the Golem once the host gains more knowledge in the field. Overall, the review combines technical specifications with practical testing, providing viewers with a thorough understanding of the Drake Golem’s capabilities and limitations.