EVE Online News

In an exciting announcement from CCP Games, the next expansion for the iconic space MMO, EVE Online, titled Revenant, is set to launch on November 12.

Carrying on from where Havoc and Equinox left off, this expansion promises to take players deeper into the Deathless saga, a storyline that has captivated the EVE community with its intricate narrative and intense space battles. As the Drifters lay siege to the Deathless in Zarzakh, players are called upon to uncover ancient secrets and wield powerful technology to shift the tides of war.

As with all major EVE Online expansions, Revenant introduces a range of new features designed to enhance both strategic gameplay and player collaboration. Among these is the ability to construct mercenary dens within nullsec regions, strategically deploying them around skyhooks to generate encrypted infomorphs.

These infomorphs can be exchanged with the Deathless for advanced ships and cutting-edge weaponry, offering players... Read more

[h3]Ruthless capsuleers,[/h3]
Crimson Harvest has begun, and with it comes a blood-drenched conflict that will tear across New Eden until 5 November. Prepare for hellish combat and hacking sites, as well as a constant barrage of challenges as you navigate this season of slaughter. The rewards are savage, the battles merciless - will you survive?

[h2]A WAR OF DEVOTION AND BLOOD[/h2]
Crimson Harvest throws you into a deadly confrontation between the zealots of the Order of Tetrimon and the twisted Blood Raider Covenant. Blood flows through highsec, lowsec, nullsec, and wormhole systems, including Pochven, as combat and hacking sites appear throughout. Only the fiercest capsuleers will dare to face the greatest challenges in the lowsec systems of Derelik and the Blood Raider-occupied Delve, with their gruesome rewards.

For those brave enough to confront the rarest sites, beware - these dungeons may escalate, leading you deeper for an even greater prize. Will you survive, or fall among the countless wrecks left in the wake of this massacre?



[h2]A GALAXY AT WAR[/h2]
As Crimson Harvest sweeps through New Eden, intercepted transmissions reveal the scale of the conflict. The Blood Raiders urge capsuleers to embrace chaos: "You are called upon to slaughter the weak on behalf of the Blood Raiders. Harvest the unbelievers and emerge victorious!”

Meanwhile, the Order of Tetrimon rallies its forces, declaring: "Do not fear the heretic Blood Raiders, but rather trust in St. Tetrimon and follow his path. Destroy the blasphemers and you shall be rewarded!”

The wreckage from their violent clashes drift like tombstones across the stars.



[h2]SLAUGHTER FOR SPOILS[/h2]
Crimson Harvest is a season of bloodshed. Every kill will reward you greatly, with a 90% loot drop rate in PvP combat. Mark the wrecks of your fallen rivals as trophies of your victories and claim their plunder for yourself. But beware—others may be lurking in the shadows, ready to ambush you when you least expect it. In this season of violence, the strong prey on the weak—don’t let yourself be counted among the hunted.

[h2]GET UNDER THEIR SKIN[/h2]
The season of slaughter brings SKINdustrialists a cornucopia of design elements to bring their most twisted creations to life, including the Brutal Splatter pattern, Steel Violet, Ritual Gourd Satin, Savant Carmine Satin, Anointed Dead pattern, and much more. Log in daily, complete brutal challenges, and loot the wrecks of your victims to uncover each design element. Begin training the new “Paragon Partnership” skill today to reduce Paragon Hub vendor fees when you are ready to list your twisted creations.



[h2]GRIM REWARDS AWAIT[/h2]
Each day you log in during Crimson Harvest, you’ll be greeted with rich rewards. Both Alpha and Omega capsuleers can claim exclusive gifts, but Omega pilots will get greatly increased spoils with both reward tracks and up to 650,000 SP. Upgrade to Omega at any time to unlock every prior reward you missed.

Your daily spoils include boosters, SKINs, EverMarks, Skill Points, and more. Will you claim what is rightfully yours and rise to dominance in this season of chaos?

[h2]SKIN THEM ALIVE[/h2]
Until 5 November every purchase from the EVE Merch Store will come with a free Sanguinary Savant SKIN. Order two items or less and get the Devoter Sanguinary Savant SKIN, and order three or more to get the Prophecy Navy Issue Sanguinary Savant SKIN.



[h2]TREATS OF TERROR[/h2]
Keep your eyes on CCP TV for terrifying Twitch drops throughout Crimson Harvest. But the treats don’t stop there—some of New Eden’s top streamers will be offering insights and strategies to help you conquer the horrors of Crimson Harvest. Stay tuned for your chance to learn and earn!



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Capsuleers,

The Upwell Consortium has rolled out an update for orbital skyhooks, bringing added security to their owners and reducing the logistical burdens of maintaining the structures. This enhancement addresses vulnerabilities that left skyhooks open to raiding at all times, placing the responsibility on capsuleers to monitor them constantly. More information about these enhancements is available here, and many of the most frequently asked questions are answered below. 

Security has been a big topic of discussion among capsuleers of late, following the siege of Zarzakh. After Drifter forces were pushed back, a mysterious shrouded structure appeared in the system. Today, pilots approaching it have reported being contacted by Caravanmaster Malaya Hrada of the Hrada-Oki clan with an invitation to assist in the Deathless Circle’s next step in their investigation into this new discovery.  

[h3]Enhancements and Efficiency[/h3]
The skyhook enhancements rolled out today bring greater efficiency. This leads to a significant increase in the amount of reagents extracted and, therefore, flowing into the market, directly impacting the entire economy of New Eden. The streamlined system will reduce operational friction while boosting overall productivity.  



These changes aim to encourage all nullsec groups to transition to the new sovereignty system today. Furthermore, the Upwell Consortium has announced that on 29 October, transitioning to the new system will become mandatory for all capsuleers. Those who have yet to make the switch are encouraged to do so before this deadline to ensure a smooth transition and avoid disruptions.  

For more in-depth information on the changes, see today’s patch notes.

[h3]Frequently Asked Questions[/h3]

What happens to my old upgrades and territorial claim units (TCUs)?
Your old upgrades and existing TCUs have had their reprocessing rates adjusted so you will get back the full bill of materials upon reprocessing them.

When will the grace period for removing rigs end?
On 29 October at 11:00 UTC.

What happens if I am in the process of building a supercapital manufacturing upgrade in a system that can no longer support it after the transition?
The building process will be paused. If your system cannot physically install the necessary upgrades, the Game Masters will refund you for your build’s bill of materials.



Where will information about skyhook vulnerability be visible?
Vulnerable skyhooks will appear in the Agency and on the map.

When can the secure bay be emptied?
The secure bay can be emptied at any time.

When a skyhook comes out of reinforced mode, is the next vulnerability period based on that timer or the original vulnerability timer?
Skyhooks will always use the reinforcement timer to determine their next vulnerability period.

How is the skyhook vulnerability window calculated?
The vulnerability window for the skyhook is determined by its reinforcement timer, which is calculated using a normal distribution within a 3-hour standard deviation. The next vulnerability window is 72 hours +/- the variance from the normal distribution, shown below.

Does this mean that the timer will start exactly every 3 days?
Not quite. Initially, timers may seem to follow an exact 3-day cycle, but as the system continues to generate timers with random offsets, they will gradually start spreading more evenly across the days. Below is a worst-case scenario simulation of how the vulnerability windows distribute in a hypothetical situation where every skyhook had the same reinforcement timer. In practice, this will even out much faster.

How long is the window to raid a skyhook before it becomes invulnerable?
A skyhook will remain raidable for one hour after the vulnerability window opens.

Will I see the skyhook timer anywhere in space, or will I have to warp to the skyhook to see it?
All vulnerable skyhooks are visible through the Agency and on the map, and all pilots belonging the same corporation as the skyhook owner, with the correct roles, can see the vulnerability timers in a new tab on the structure browsers.

However, if you do not belong to the same corporation as the owner, and if it is currently invulnerable, you will need to warp to the skyhook to see its timer.

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[h3]Vengeful capsuleers,[/h3]
The foreboding season of Crimson Harvest draws near, promising a month filled with sinister opportunities and shadowy deeds across New Eden. This year's event, from 3 October to 5 November, is set to be a chilling saga of loyalty, conflict, and dark rewards.

Prepare for hellish loot drops, brutal battles, and bloody challenges throughout the event period. Embrace the spirit of the Harvest and sink your teeth into the chaotic carnage awaiting in New Eden.



[h2]CRIMSON CLASH [/h2]
During Crimson Harvest, capsuleers are thrust into the deadly feud between the Blood Raider Covenant and the Order of Tetrimon. From 3 October to 5 November, pilots inhabiting highsec, lowsec, nullsec, and wormhole space can tackle a variety of combat and hacking sites, with the most valuable spoils lurking in lowsec’s Derelik and Blood Raider-occupied Delve. Those who brave the rarest of these sites take heed, though, as they may escalate for an even bigger challenge and greater reward.



To take part in this bloody conflict, align yourself with either side through the Agency and undertake unique missions that will test your resolve and reward your cunning.

[h2]FRIGHTFUL LOOTING [/h2]
Crimson Harvest is a season of slaughter. During the event, PvP kills will reward you with a 90% loot drop rate, rather than the usual 50%. Look for the pumpkin-marked wrecks of those who dared to challenge you and seize their hoards. Stay vigilant, however, for there may be devious fiends lying in ambush who could strike when least expected.



[h2]REAP THE GRIM REWARDS [/h2]
Every day of Crimson Harvest offers unholy login rewards. Both Alpha and Omega pilots can claim their due, with Omegas earning both tracks. Upgrading to Omega at any point during the event grants all prior Omega rewards. Among the treats awaiting you are boosters, SKINs, EverMarks, generous Skill Points, horrific SKINR components, and more. The 25th day holds a particularly devilish delight - 250,000 Skill Points for Omegas and 75,000 for Alphas. This means 650,000 SP for Omega pilots, so start your reign of terror on day one!

[h3]Strategic capsuleers, [/h3]
The Upwell Consortium has closely monitored the performance of its revolutionary Equinox suite, and following extensive feedback from power users, significant enhancements are set to be rolled out in an orbital skyhook security update coming in early October. A certain vulnerability to raiding will be addressed, taking some of the advantage away from attackers seeking to raid skyhooks. These changes will bolster the attractiveness of the structures by improving their output while also reducing the logistical burdens placed on their owners. 



[h2]TIMED RAIDING WINDOWS [/h2]
To address the imbalance in raid dynamics, orbital skyhooks will only be vulnerable to raids during specific windows that are visible to all pilots. These periods are based on the structure owner’s preference, but feature a significant randomized offset, introducing an element of unpredictability. As a result, defenders will have better opportunities to plan their defenses, while raiders must operate within tighter, more strategic timeframes. This shift will reduce the constant pressure on skyhook owners, who will no longer need to be on high alert around the clock, while still preserving the opportunities for intense, tactical conflict. 

[h2]SECURE & SURPLUS BAYS [/h2]
An important adjustment to orbital skyhooks coming with this update is the employment of a dual storage system that splits resource output between a secure bay and a surplus bay. The secure bay will ensure that half of all produced reagents (magmatic gas or superionic ice) are protected, available only to the owner and their approved access list, or upon the destruction of the skyhook. This ensures a stable flow of resources for owners without overwhelming loss to raids. Meanwhile, the surplus bay will hold the other half, which will be vulnerable during the raiding windows. Attackers can claim the entire contents of the surplus bay, which has a 100% drop rate during raids, offering significant rewards while maintaining the competitive drive in nullsec. 



[h2]LET THE REAGENTS FLOW! [/h2]
Another important aspect of these skyhook enhancements will result in greater efficiency, leading to a significant increase in the amount of reagents extracted and, therefore, flowing into the market, directly impacting the entire economy of New Eden. The streamlined system will reduce operational friction while boosting overall productivity. Alliances operating in nullsec can expect more consistent resource yields from their orbital skyhooks, as well as less logistical work, making them an even more valuable asset for holding territory and fueling war efforts. 



[h2]WHY TRANSITION TO THE NEW SYSTEM NOW? [/h2]
With the upcoming enhancements to skyhook operations, this is a great time to adopt the Equinox sovereignty system. These updates will significantly reduce the daily burden of managing orbital skyhooks while offering greater output, making them more valuable to owners and alliances alike. 
In addition, the Upwell Consortium has announced that on 29 October, transitioning to the new system will become mandatory for all capsuleers. Those who have yet to make the switch are encouraged to do so before this deadline to ensure a smooth transition and avoid disruptions.