The video is a detailed buyers guide for the Anvil Asgard in Star Citizen, highlighting its role as a military transport with combat capabilities but criticizing its high price, limited crew, and lack of customization options. The hosts compare it unfavorably to other ships like the Ironclad, suggesting it offers less value for money and is more suited for niche players, while encouraging viewer feedback and engagement.
The video is a detailed buyers guide for the Anvil Asgard spacecraft in Star Citizen, presented by two hosts, Old Man Hursten and Execute. They begin with casual banter before diving into the ship’s features, highlighting that the Asgard is closely related to the Vanguard, with the main difference being an extra cooler. They discuss the ship’s role as a military transport, emphasizing its cargo capabilities and combat potential, especially with its six guns and missile rack. The hosts note that the Asgard is surprisingly effective in combat scenarios, capable of handling high-level missions in multiplayer gameplay.
The discussion moves to the ship’s design and internal layout, which has been downgraded from the Valkyrie, reducing the crew capacity from five to two and removing the top turret. They critique the ship’s size and price, pointing out that it feels overpriced for a medium-sized ship, especially considering its limited crew and gameplay versatility. The hosts express disappointment that the ship lacks options for player customization, such as turret modules, which could enhance its functionality and appeal. They also comment on the ship’s appearance, noting its somewhat cluttered design compared to similar vessels.
Further, they compare the Asgard to other ships in the game, particularly the Ironclad, which they believe offers much better value for money. The Ironclad provides more cargo space, vehicle capacity, repair capabilities, and overall versatility for a slightly higher price. They argue that the Ironclad is a superior investment for players interested in military dropships, offering more gameplay options and better long-term value. The hosts suggest that the high price of the Asgard is a result of its overpricing relative to its actual capabilities and size.
The hosts also analyze the ship’s defensive features, noting that it seems weak against fighters due to limited point defense and its predominantly pilot-controlled guns. They speculate that the ship’s armor details are vague and uncertain, which adds to the overall lack of clarity about its durability. They mention that the ship’s design and performance suggest it may not be as sluggish as it appears, but it is still vulnerable to smaller, faster ships. They conclude that the Asgard is a specialized, somewhat niche vessel that may not suit all players, especially given its high cost and limited versatility.
Finally, the video wraps up with a call to viewers to share their opinions on the Asgard in the comments, emphasizing the importance of community feedback. They promote a giveaway contest where viewers can win an Asgard and a Nova Tonk by commenting and subscribing, encouraging engagement. The hosts reflect on the ship’s pricing and design choices, suggesting that better options like the Ironclad or other military ships provide more value for the money. They thank viewers for their support and sign off, reminding everyone to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for future content.