In this review, Even Lee thoroughly evaluates the Crusader C1 Spirit, highlighting its strong balance of cargo capacity, combat capabilities, and agility for a light freighter, while noting limitations like limited quantum fuel and a single rear entrance. Scoring 84 out of 100, the ship is recommended for players seeking a versatile and capable hauler, especially those upgrading from smaller vessels, with additional insights on its features, performance, and future Star Citizen content.
In this video review, Even Lee takes an in-depth look at the Crusader C1 Spirit, a light cargo hauler in Star Citizen. Priced at $125 on the pledge store or over 3 million UEC in-game, the C1 Spirit offers a good balance of features for its class. The ship has a claim time of just under 7 minutes, with an expedited option of about 2 minutes, allowing players to quickly get back into action if their ship is lost or destroyed. The C1 Spirit comes equipped with four size 3 M5A laser cannons, delivering a strong burst damage of 2,735 DPS, and four size 3 arrestor 3 missiles, though the reviewer recommends swapping these for EM missiles to better target smaller fighters.
Defensively, the C1 Spirit sports a 13,200 bubble shield and 12,000 ship armor, with decent deflection stats against physical and energy damage. Its total ship health is 67,600 HP, providing a sizable buffer before destruction, though component damage remains a risk, especially due to the placement of critical components like the power plant near the rear of the ship. The ship’s speed stats are respectable, with a top SCM speed of 204 and a forward boost of 405, making it agile for a cargo hauler. However, it is more suited to PvE roles and light combat rather than competitive PvP engagements.
The interior design of the C1 Spirit is notable for its single rear entrance, which limits access compared to other ships in its class. The cargo hold offers 64 SCU of space, allowing for flexible cargo arrangements including multiple 32 SCU containers. The ship features two engineering rooms housing vital components like the power plant, shield, cooler, quantum drive, and batteries. The reviewer highlights the importance of managing door locks via the engineering terminal to maintain security, especially given the vulnerability of the rear entrance. Additional amenities include a functional bathroom with a shower, a fridge, a pizza maker, microwave, suit lockers, weapons racks, and two beds that double as escape pods.
The cockpit accommodates a pilot and co-pilot, with the latter controlling the tractor beam. The ship’s multi-function displays (MFDs) provide essential information, and recommended store-bought components are suggested for optimal performance. Despite some limitations such as limited quantum fuel capacity (1.8 SU) and the lack of multiple entrances or docking capabilities, the C1 Spirit scores an 84 out of 100 in the reviewer’s new rating system. It is praised for being a capable and versatile light freighter that is smaller and more agile than competitors like the Freelancer or Cutlass, making it a solid choice for players looking for a balance of cargo capacity and combat readiness.
In closing, Even Lee expresses excitement for upcoming Star Citizen events like Invictus and future ship reviews, including the Ironclad and other new vessels. The C1 Spirit is recommended for its value, aesthetics, and functionality, especially for those upgrading from smaller ships like the Intrepid. The video ends with a shout-out to Longship Industries, a veteran-owned PC building company, emphasizing quality and customer support for viewers interested in building a new gaming rig. Overall, the review provides a comprehensive and balanced assessment of the Crusader C1 Spirit, highlighting its strengths and areas for caution.