The video provides a detailed first look at the Anvil Paladin ship in Star Citizen’s PTU 4.3.2, highlighting its robust exterior, well-equipped interior with crew accommodations, and powerful quad size 5 turret. While the ship feels slower compared to more agile vessels, its heavy armor, ample power capacity, and functional design make it a solid choice for firepower-focused gameplay.
In this video, the creator provides a first look at the new Anvil Paladin ship, now available in the Star Citizen PTU and set to officially launch with alpha 4.3.2. The video begins with an overview of the ship’s exterior, highlighting its default olive green paint and noting that the anticipated blacked-out Shadowfall paint is not yet available in-game. The host points out various external features such as the missile hardpoints, a ground refueling port, VTOL engines, and a single airlock entrance with a deployable staircase for boarding.
Moving inside, the tour reveals a well-designed interior with a suit locker and armory area that offers ample space for weapons and gear storage. The ship also includes a lower engineer area combined with a small cargo bay, which was a new addition not present in the original concept. This cargo space can hold about four SCU of cargo, suitable for supplies or spare components. The engineering section is equipped with multiple component bays, including a battery, gravity generator, shield generator, and two engineering terminals, providing solid access to ship systems.
The video also explores the crew accommodations, featuring mirrored habitation rooms on either side of the ship, each with bunk beds, desks, and storage lockers. A small kitchen and bathroom are included, adding to the ship’s functional living space. The host points out interesting details such as a visible ammo feeder for the ship’s powerful quad size 5 turret, which can be controlled from the co-pilot or gunner seats located in the lower gunner area.
In the cockpit, the Paladin offers a unique feature where the front and lower armor plating can be deployed separately, providing additional protection that may become more functional in future updates. The pilot seat displays a strong power capacity with three size two power plants, more than initially expected from the concept, ensuring ample power for weapons and systems. The quad size 5 turret at the front is highlighted for its impressive firepower and versatility, capable of rotating downward for ground targets.
Finally, the creator takes the Paladin for a test flight, noting that it feels sluggish compared to more agile ships like the Redeemer, which fits its role as a heavily armored, firepower-focused vessel. The ship includes control surfaces on its wings, adding to its atmospheric handling. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to share their thoughts on the Paladin and a promise of further coverage on other new ships coming with the 4.3.2 update. Overall, this first look showcases the Paladin as a solid, well-equipped ship with a mix of combat and crew-friendly features.