The creator tests the Castillo bomb rack, an add-on available through the RSI store, which allows various ships to function as bombers by equipping different-sized bombs, and demonstrates duplicating these items in-game. He conducts bombing runs on targets, including testing the effectiveness of bombs on larger ships like the Idris, concluding that while fun and versatile, the bombs are insufficient for destroying capital ships, and highlights some technical issues encountered during testing.
In this video, the creator explores the Castillo bomb rack, which can be attached to various ships in the game to turn them into bombers. The bomb rack is only available through the RSI store as an add-on, with options to purchase multiple racks using store credits or real money. The creator mentions the possibility of duplicating these racks in-game, a process he refers to as being the “dupe king,” and tests this method to see if it works. He expresses surprise that such items are sold for real money and hopes they will eventually be obtainable through in-game means.
The creator then reviews which ships can equip the Castillo bomb rack, emphasizing that it is a size three bomb rack designed to fit a wide range of ships. He goes through a list of ships, noting that some, like the Avenger Titan, can equip two racks, while others, such as the Gladius, can equip up to four. Certain ships, like the Vanguard series and some missile racks, are incompatible due to their internal or bespoke configurations. The video details the specific compatibility of various ships, including fighters like the Hornet series, the Gladiator, and larger ships like the Buccaneer, highlighting which can support the bomb racks and how many.
Next, the creator visits the in-game shops at Orison and Area 18 to purchase the bombs needed for testing. He examines different types of bombs, including the Thunderball (size three), Colossus (size ten), and Storm Burst (size five), providing technical details such as damage, blast radius, and arm time. He demonstrates duplicating the bombs and bomb racks in-game, confirming that they can be sent to his inventory and repaired easily, which supports his earlier claim about duplicating items. He then proceeds to equip bombs on his ships, testing their placement and functionality by conducting bombing runs on designated targets.
The testing phase involves flying various ships, including the Avenger Titan, Gladius, and Drake Buccaneer, to perform bombing runs on targets at Pickersfield. The creator showcases different bombing techniques, such as dive bombing and carpet bombing, and observes the impact of the bombs, including their small blast radius and damage potential. He notes the visual effects of the explosions, the impact smoke, and the bombs’ behavior when dropped simultaneously. During these tests, he also encounters some humorous moments, such as accidentally griefing another player’s ship and causing unintended damage.
In the final part of the video, the creator tests whether a single size three bomb can disable or destroy a larger ship, specifically an Idris. He drops the bomb on the ship’s vital components, like the power plant, and observes the effects. While the bomb disables the ship temporarily, it does not destroy it outright, indicating that the size three Thunderball bomb is insufficient for taking down large capital ships. He also notes a bug where the fuse on the bomb appears to be dead, preventing him from replacing it or fully destroying the ship. Despite some technical issues, the overall conclusion is that the Castillo bomb rack and bombs offer a fun and effective way to turn smaller ships into bombers, with potential for further testing and discovery.