' Wrote:On the ganking issue... I think it would be a lot more fun when you're outnumbered if we were allowed to use hit-and-run tactics. Multiple engagements until they actually manage to kill you.
I couldn't believe the rules prohibited this when I came on here and read them... I mean, it's almost a core military tactic used EVERYWHERE. When outnumbered, don't stay still and fight, harass and wear them down.
... Why IS that rule in place, anyway? I probably missed some incident that caused them to have to instate such a rule, but I'm curious what it is...
The issue here is something called shield running. When in combat, a player runs from direct fire to replenish their shields, then goes right back to the fight. This will lead to virtually endless fights. It is throughly annoying when abused (and it was). Also, it also presents the possibility of someone to simply dock, rearm and repair, and attack again. The Only conceivable place I could actually see a tactical retreat is during a day long event in which both parties agree not to dock to rearm (unless they bring a resupply ship with them)