In the video, host Law the West provides a buyer’s guide for the Guardian QI, a heavy fighter ship in Star Citizen, detailing its pricing, unique design, and versatile capabilities for both ship-to-ship combat and FPS scenarios. He recommends the Guardian QI for solo pilots due to its performance, adaptability, and functional layout, emphasizing that its enhancements justify the additional cost compared to the standard Guardian.
In this video, host Law the West presents a buyer’s guide for the Guardian QI, a recently added ship in the Star Citizen pledge store. He discusses the ship’s pricing, which includes a War Bond version at $240 and a standalone version at $260. The Guardian QI is classified as a heavy fighter, equipped with two size five weapon hard points and four size four missile racks, capable of carrying a total of eight size three missiles. The ship also features a medium-sized radar, a small computer, two small power plants, a medium-sized cooler, and a medium-sized shield generator.
The Guardian QI has a unique design with a single entrance accessed via a ramp at the back. Inside, it consists of four rooms that extend from the stern to the flight deck. The layout includes a suit locker, a weapons rack, a components room with an engineering station, a hab area with a small kitchen, shower, bed, and additional storage, and an outer airlock leading to the flight deck. This design makes it suitable for a solo pilot, which is a significant draw for players who prefer heavy fighters.
Law emphasizes the versatility of the Guardian QI, highlighting its effectiveness in both ship-to-ship combat and FPS scenarios. The ship is particularly beneficial for missions that require adaptability, as it can handle a variety of combat situations. The inclusion of a quantum dampener is noted as a strategic advantage, especially in bounty hunting missions where the goal is to eliminate targets rather than capture them. Despite being slightly slower than the standard Guardian, the performance differences are minimal, with only a few stats showing slight reductions.
The Guardian QI is designed for performance, balancing firepower and fuel efficiency, and it can accommodate a single standard-sized box, although larger boxes may present challenges. Law points out that while the QI variant comes with a slight weight penalty due to the quantum damper, the overall benefits outweigh these minor issues. He believes that the QI’s enhancements justify the additional cost compared to the standard Guardian.
In conclusion, Law recommends the Guardian QI as a strong choice for players seeking a capable heavy fighter. He appreciates its design and functionality for solo pilots and its adaptability for various mission types. The video wraps up with Law thanking viewers for watching and encouraging them to consider the Guardian QI for their fleet.