Grinding RN CV for a returning noob player

[anonym_PmF3ObB8KP4o]

46 minutes ago, Verblonde said:

That's certainly true, but we do have both on the forum; the Gameplay section is usually the best place to ask questions where you want expert feedback - there are a few 'CV Gods' who periodically post on there; ditto for the other classes.

 

Although not universally the case (there are quite a lot of folk at T10 who shouldn't really be playing above about T6), as you go up the tiers, you start to meet more experienced players more frequently; these people will be more practiced in things like evasive manouevring, angling, and so on, all of which make getting solid hits harder.

 

Edinburgh (and all the other RN CLs, come to that) is notoriously squishy, and not 'easy mode'; you're also facing opponents with really big overmatching guns, many of whom can aim. I'm a poor cruiser player, but I spend most of my time keeping a very close eye on my mini-map (useful habit from being a DD main, although everyone should do it); the key aim is to try and ensure you don't give anyone your broadside. Cruisers are one of the harder classes to play and the combination of (generally) poor armour and inviting citadels is part of the reason why.

 

The other difficulty with playing higher tier RN CLs is that they generally rely on their smoke for survivability; at higher tiers, you are more likely to encounter players who are good at countering angry smoke clouds, and - with your smoke nullified - you're just another squishy target. The other challenge with the RN CLs is that they only get AP ammo, so your aim and positioning have to be spot-on, and there isn't much you can do against a well angled target.

 

For a relative newcomer, I would strongly recommend not playing the RN CLs as a first cruiser line. Instead, focus on - perhaps - either the IJN (good all-rounders, and worthwhile learning tools), or the Russians (the 'original' line that goes via Chapy; their guns have great ballistics, so are useful for aiming practice, and you get the 12 km radar from T8).

 

BTW if you want to get a sense of your ships' armour layouts, where their citadels are and similar, it's worthwhile using the armour viewer option in port ('Armor Layout', top right, just under the captain panel). This, for example, is Edinburgh, showing only her citadel and turret armour:

 

I agree with you 100%.

 

I saw a thunderer runway from a dd and not shoot him to death and we lost. T T Not that I blame him. I would run from a Marceau too.

 

I completely agree with you. I do no angling no armor, just forward brawling and I'm radar Edin too. So 4 games all dead. T T

 

Thanks again :P

 

[Benser33]

A lot of the improvement in general play comes from understanding the various mechanics of the game.

 

You can read about them on the wiki, but figuring out what to wrap your head around first is not so obvious. Instead, a good place to start learning is looking at ship reviews on youtube. Experienced players who review ships can help outline the strengths that ships have, describe the playstyles that best suit them and usually analyse replays that can reveal useful tactics, techniques and provide examples of mechanics in action.

 

You can find good reviews, tips and information from people like
LittleWhiteMouse https://forum.worldofwarships.com/topic/210980-mouses-catalog-of-ship-reviews/

iChase has some good tutorials https://www.youtube.com/user/ichasegaming

Notser has a good few informational videos https://www.youtube.com/user/MrNotser

 

There are a lot more, especially if you're just seeking replays of high tier play. If you watch stuff in free time, you can pick up some useful info.

[Benser33]

On 6/17/2021 at 4:53 PM, Rear_Adm_Lyster said:

Also, you might find it more convenient to copy your signature image, head over to the Signature settings under Account Settings (https://forum.worldofwarships.eu/settings/signature/), paste the image in there and hit save.

 

Then it will automatically sign your posts with your stats signature if that is what you would prefer, no more need to post it manually each time.

[anonym_PmF3ObB8KP4o]

3 hours ago, Astolfo_Is_My_Waifu said:

Also, you might find it more convenient to copy your signature image, head over to the Signature settings under Account Settings (https://forum.worldofwarships.eu/settings/signature/), paste the image in there and hit save.

 

Then it will automatically sign your posts with your stats signature if that is what you would prefer, no more need to post it manually each time.

Thank you for great advice :) I will do so next time. Have a great day! You're an angel! :D

[anonym_PmF3ObB8KP4o]

3 hours ago, Astolfo_Is_My_Waifu said:

A lot of the improvement in general play comes from understanding the various mechanics of the game.

 

You can read about them on the wiki, but figuring out what to wrap your head around first is not so obvious. Instead, a good place to start learning is looking at ship reviews on youtube. Experienced players who review ships can help outline the strengths that ships have, describe the playstyles that best suit them and usually analyse replays that can reveal useful tactics, techniques and provide examples of mechanics in action.

 

You can find good reviews, tips and information from people like
LittleWhiteMouse https://forum.worldofwarships.com/topic/210980-mouses-catalog-of-ship-reviews/

iChase has some good tutorials https://www.youtube.com/user/ichasegaming

Notser has a good few informational videos https://www.youtube.com/user/MrNotser

 

There are a lot more, especially if you're just seeking replays of high tier play. If you watch stuff in free time, you can pick up some useful info.

Thank you. I will do that. :D