“Nitrous Oxide for your Achilles Frame Shift Drive in Super Cruise? The Super Cruise Overcharge is something else with some downsides - In this video, I deal with outfitting of the module do some SCIENCE and attempt a run to Hutton Orbital”
In the video, Ricardo introduces the new Class C frame shift drive module in Elite Dangerous, which offers a special effect called supercharged super cruise. This module was introduced in update 18.02 following a community goal to collect Titan Drive components. The Class C frame shift drive promises a faster super cruise speed, but potentially with a shorter jump range compared to Class A modules. Players are encouraged to consider the trade-offs and use cases for this new module, such as addressing longer distances to reach certain locations in the game.
Ricardo demonstrates the process of swapping out a standard frame shift drive with the new Class C frame shift drive in his ASP Explorer ship. The new module, named Frame Shift SEO Edition, offers features such as an 80% increase in maximum speed and acceleration rate, optimized mass, and increased heat generation. He highlights the differences in stats between the Class C frame shift drive and other modules, showcasing the potential benefits and drawbacks of using this new module.
After outfitting his ship with the Class C frame shift drive, Ricardo tests the super cruise overcharge feature by engaging it outside a station. By pressing the engine boost button, he activates the super cruise overcharge, resulting in a significant speed increase. However, this speed boost comes at a cost, as the ship incurs heat damage and other malfunctions during the supercharged super cruise, indicating the need for repairs and caution when using this feature.
Ricardo further experiments with the super cruise overcharge by adding a super cruise assist module to his ship. He notes that the smaller the ship, the faster it seems to go with the super cruise overcharge. He emphasizes the importance of having an Auto Field Maintenance Unit (AFMU) to repair any damage incurred during the supercharged super cruise, as well as stocking up on fuel tanks to mitigate fuel consumption during high-speed travel.
In his final test at Huton Orbital, Ricardo pushes the limits of the super cruise overcharge feature, resulting in severe damage to his ship, including overheating and module malfunctions. Despite the challenges faced during the test, he concludes that the super cruise overcharge is a feature worth exploring further, prompting players to delve into ship building theory to determine the optimal use cases for this new module in Elite Dangerous.