The video showcases the new Basher light fighter ship in Star Citizen Alpha 4.9, highlighting its unique junkyard design, nimble handling, and mixed combat performance due to underpowered weapons. Despite some challenges in tougher battles, the presenter appreciates the ship’s ease of use and announces a giveaway of a Basher-equipped game package with lifetime insurance for viewers.
The video introduces the Basher, a new light fighter ship from Grace, released with Star Citizen Alpha 4.9. The ship has a distinctive junkyard aesthetic, highlighted by a large crane mounted above the canopy, which serves as an iron sight but can be removed if desired. The presenter takes a first look inside the cockpit and prepares to test the Basher’s capabilities in space, despite not being an experienced fighter pilot.
The initial mission involves patrolling local areas for contracts, starting with a mining outpost and then engaging outlaws. The Basher is equipped with lamps for dark environments and performs well against relatively easy targets like the Aurora. The presenter completes scans for hostile satellites and finishes the first patrol without much difficulty, but notes that the challenges in the Stanton system are limited, prompting a move to a more dangerous area called Nicks.
At Nicks, the Basher faces tougher combat scenarios, including responding to distress calls and fighting a Saber fighter. While the ship is nimble and quick to get on target, its size two bespoke weapons feel underpowered, making engagements longer than expected. Despite the Basher’s light fighter classification and supposed heavy armament, the presenter struggles to take down enemies quickly and suffers damage during the missions, requiring refueling and repairs.
Subsequent patrols involve encounters with less formidable foes like Clippers, which the Basher handles more easily. However, the ships the presenter is meant to protect often end up destroyed, raising questions about the Basher’s effectiveness in combat. The presenter admits to not being an expert pilot but finds the Basher easy to fly and target with, though the weaponry may need improvement or different loadouts to maximize potential.
In conclusion, the video offers a mixed review of the Basher, appreciating its design and handling but noting its current limitations in firepower and protection. As a special bonus, the presenter announces a giveaway of a Star Citizen game package that includes the Basher with lifetime insurance, encouraging viewers to like and comment for a chance to win. The video ends with thanks to the community and patrons, promising more content soon.