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The F8C Lightning is a super space superiority fighter designed to take out any target in front of it. However, there is resistance internally to sell it, as it is considered a special ship reserved for Squadron 42. Despite its completion, there are no plans to sell it in concept sales. The ship’s role in Squadron 42 has changed, and there is a possibility of introducing it in a different way into the universe. There has been controversy over the ship, with some players assuming it would be available for purchase, but the intention is to allow players to play with it in the game, not to sell it directly.
The Chairman’s Club, a program for concierge members, released information on the upcoming f8c lightning. It is part of the rewards program, and concierge members will receive the ship as a complementary gift. However, it will not be available until after Squadron 42 is released. The ship will receive updates, and changes have been made to the enter and exit animations, but players will not see these changes in the persistent universe until after Squadron 42.
Despite the excitement around the f8c lightning, there are concerns raised about its potential to be pay-to-win, as it is described as a formidable solo heavy fighter with powerful weapons. There is some discussion about whether or not Cloud Imperium should sell the ship, but currently, it is seen as a reward for playing Squadron 42 and supporting the development of the game.
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The video “Lightning in a Bottle” discusses the controversy surrounding the sale of the F8 Lightning ship from 2014 to 2023 in Star Citizen. It explores differing opinions on whether the ship was originally intended to be sold, changes in plans for its availability, and the audience’s reaction to the decision.
In the video “Lightning in a Bottle,” the conversation around the F8 Lightning from 2014 to 2023 is examined. There is controversy surrounding whether or not the F8 Lightning was intended to be sold to players. Some people recall CIG stating that it would never be sold, while others argue that they never made such a statement. The concept of the F8 Lightning is discussed, with some internal resistance to selling it as it is seen as a special ship reserved for Squadron 42. Other ships tied to Squadron 42 are also mentioned, with the possibility of them being pledgeable or exclusively available in the game.
There is a discussion about the possible sale of the F8 Lightning in concept sales. CIG states that they prefer to have concept sales make sense in the game universe, and at that time, it would not have made sense to sell the Lightning. However, plans for the ship’s role in Squadron 42 have changed, and there is consideration given to selling it in some capacity, possibly as a promotional item or a way for players to try it out.
The conversation then shifts to the audience’s reaction and confusion surrounding the F8 Lightning. People express their disappointment, feeling that CIG changed their previous statements about never selling the ship. The idea of earning the ship in-game, particularly through completing Squadron 42, is discussed as an alternative to purchasing it. It is clarified that the ship will not be available until Squadron 42 is released.
The video goes on to address updates and changes made to the F8 Lightning, specifically in the animations and cockpit design. It is confirmed that the ship will debut in Squadron 42 before being available in the persistent universe. The video concludes with the view that CIG’s decision to sell the F8 Lightning goes against their earlier statements and may be seen as pay-to-win by some players. The importance of following Galgot’s videos for historical context is emphasized, and the video ends with a call to subscribe to the channel.