In this video, the creator tests the capabilities of the MISC Hull-C (HC) ship in the Star Citizen 4.2.1 patch, particularly focusing on its performance in handling high-level cargo hauling missions and its suitability for resource drive events. Starting in the Pyro system, the creator accepts two master-level hauling missions involving copper transport, aiming to see if the Hull-C can manage two missions simultaneously with autoloading and auto unloading features. Initial attempts reveal some bugs, including a station door glitch and cargo transfer pauses, which affect the smooth loading and unloading of cargo.
Despite encountering server and station bugs, the creator manages to load cargo from both missions onto the Hull-C, observing that autoloading is generally fast and efficient once it works. However, the process sometimes stalls, and the cargo transfer bar freezes, suggesting that the system struggles with handling two missions concurrently. During unloading, one mission completes successfully with fast cargo transfer, but the second mission only partially unloads, indicating issues with managing multiple missions’ cargo simultaneously and resulting in incomplete mission deliveries.
The video then explores whether the Hull-C can be used effectively for the resource drive event, which requires delivering materials like copper to specific locations such as AR Corp. The creator finds that auto unloading to the resource drive does not work, necessitating manual delivery of cargo via a smaller ship equipped with a tractor beam. Using the Argo raft, the creator manually transfers copper boxes from the Hull-C to the resource drive inventory, confirming that this method successfully counts towards the event’s requirements, although it is less convenient than automated processes.
While testing at Area 18, the creator encounters difficulties controlling the Hull-C in atmosphere and restricted zones, resulting in the ship becoming grounded and immobile. This highlights the Hull-C’s limitations in atmospheric flight and tight spaces. The video also features some chaotic combat and evasive maneuvers involving missiles, torpedoes, and other players, adding an element of unpredictability and excitement to the gameplay session.
In conclusion, the Hull-C is effective and enjoyable for single high-level cargo hauling missions due to its fast autoloading and unloading capabilities, but it struggles with handling two missions simultaneously because of bugs and cargo management issues. For resource drive events, the Hull-C can be used, but cargo must be manually transferred to the event inventory, which is less convenient. Overall, the video provides valuable insights into the current state of the Hull-C in patch 4.2.1, highlighting both its strengths and areas needing improvement.
