3.1 What types of ships are available to players?
Ships play a large role in EVE. There are 6 basic classes: frigates, cruisers, industrials, battleships, titans and shuttles. Each class possesses its own unique characteristics, though considerable variations exist within each class.
Explore the Ship Database to learn more about the types and specifications of ships available in EVE.
3.2 How are ships customized?
Ship customization in EVE doesn’t involve painting the exterior, applying colorful decals or altering the appearance of the ship's exterior. When we speak of customization, we’re talking about the exciting ability to personalize the equipment fitted on your ship according to your needs and playstyle.
The basic player ship classes - frigates and cruisers - are the most customizable ships. Their purpose can range from being totally combat-related to operating as technical vessles for cargo, research, mining or technical purposes with jammers, probes, scanners, etc., or several permutations of these roles. It all depends on the skills of the character piloting the ship and how he chooses to equip it. All ships have weapon and equipment fittings along with a power core, but individual models have distinct strengths and weaknesses.
Industrial ships can also be customized, but serve mainly as cargo freighters, mining or exploration vessels. Their limited maneuverability and fighting capabilities prevent them from being strong candidates for combat situations.
Players have the ability to name their ships, making it easier to distinguish one ship from another in their fleets.
3.3 How many ships can I own?
A character may own as many ships as he likes, though he can only pilot one ship at a time. Any additional ships must be stored in hangars.
- 3.4 Can more than one player occupy the same ship?
No. You can share ships with others who have the skills needed to fly them, but ships can only hold one occupant at a time.
- 3.5 Am I limited to only the ships listed for my character’s race?
There are no race restrictions for ships. Though a certain race may have invented a particular style of ship, anyone with the required skills may pilot it without racial penalties or restrictions.
3.6 Ships are expensive. What can I do to protect my investment?
Insurance is available for all ships and may be purchased in most space stations. Coverage with higher premiums will result in a larger reimbursement if your ship is destroyed. The more expensive the ship, the higher the cost to insure it. The value of modules and cargo is not covered by insurance and will not be taken into consideration when the amount to be remitted is tallied.
