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Scorpius Antares - Standalone Ship
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Come applicare una CCU (Ship Upgrade)
Se hai acquistato una Cross Chassis Upgrade (CCU) per trasformare una nave in un’altra, segui questi passaggi:
Riscatta la CCU
Segui i passaggi di consegna indicati sopra per aggiungere la CCU al tuo RSI Hangar.
Trova la CCU nel tuo hangar
Vai nella sezione “My Hangar” sul sito RSI e cerca la CCU che hai ricevuto.
Applica l’upgrade
Clicca sulla freccia accanto alla CCU per aprire i dettagli.
Poi clicca sul pulsante “Apply Upgrade”.
Seleziona la “Source Ship”, cioè la nave di partenza che vuoi usare per l’upgrade, e inserisci la password del tuo account RSI per completare l’operazione.
Nota importante
L’assicurazione, come ad esempio LTI, e gli eventuali bonus della nave base verranno trasferiti alla nuova nave dopo l’upgrade.
In alcuni casi, per passare da una nave di valore più basso a una nave di valore più alto, l’upgrade può essere composto da più CCU in sequenza.
Ad esempio: se acquisti un upgrade da Merchantman a Polaris, potremmo inviarti due CCU: una da Merchantman a Hammerhead e una da Hammerhead a Polaris.
Più grande è la differenza di prezzo tra la nave di partenza e quella finale, maggiore potrebbe essere il numero di CCU che riceverai.
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Nel rarissimo caso in cui si verifichi un problema con un item durante la consegna o entro 6 mesi dal completamento della consegna, effettueremo una verifica.
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RSI Scorpius Antares Standalone Ship Gameplay Guide
The RSI Scorpius Antares is a two-seat interdiction heavy fighter built for Star Citizen players who want EMP utility, quantum-jamming support, and a more control-focused version of the Scorpius frame. It is not a cargo ship, daily utility ship, torpedo bomber, or pure dogfighter. The Antares is the Scorpius variant for players who want target-control support, not maximum turret damage.
Official RSI material describes the Scorpius Antares as a Scorpius variant redesigned with a bespoke EMP system and RSI’s Tidelock quantum jammer, plus wing-mounted laser repeaters and 16 Size 2 missiles. Its official spec sheet lists the ship as an Interdiction Fighter with 2 crew, 24m length, 32m width, 13m height, 0 SCU cargo, 4× Size 3 wing weapons, 16× Size 2 missiles, 1× Magstrand EMP generator, and 1× Size 3 Tidelock quantum dampener / jammer system.
The safest product-page positioning is simple:
The Scorpius Antares is the control-focused Scorpius you choose when you want EMP and quantum-jamming utility, not the standard Scorpius turret-damage package.
Build Your RSI Interdiction Fleet with the Scorpius Antares
The Scorpius Antares is one of RSI’s more direct control-fighter options. If you are looking to acquire this EMP and quantum-jamming heavy fighter, you can explore our available options in the Star Citizen Ships and Vehicles Collection.
Scorpius Antares Key Specifications
| Specification | RSI Scorpius Antares | Gameplay Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Roberts Space Industries / RSI | Modern RSI combat design with a focused interdiction role. |
| Role | Interdiction Fighter / Heavy Fighter | Built to stop, control, and pressure targets rather than simply out-DPS them. |
| Status | Flight Ready / current gameplay reference | Flyable Scorpius variant, but EMP behavior, quantum-jamming rules, and combat balance should be treated as patch-dependent. |
| Crew | 2 | Designed around pilot + co-pilot control gameplay. |
| Cargo Capacity | 0 SCU | No hauling, delivery, or trading value. |
| Dimensions | 24m length / 32m width / 13m height official spec reference | Compact heavy-fighter footprint with the Scorpius X-wing profile. |
| SCM Speed Reference | 238 m/s official spec reference | Fast enough for chase and control work, but still balance-dependent. |
| Pilot Weapons | 4× Size 3 wing weapons | Keeps fighter firepower even after replacing the standard Scorpius turret system. |
| Missiles | 16× Size 2 missiles | Adds chase pressure and long-range engagement support. |
| EMP | Magstrand EMP control reference | Gives the Antares its disabling identity, but EMP strength, timing windows, counterplay, and target effects should be treated as patch-dependent. |
| Quantum Jammer | Tidelock quantum-jamming reference | Helps prevent nearby targets from escaping through quantum travel, but it is not the same as a full Mantis-style quantum snare. |
| Crew Dependency | Pilot + co-pilot control split | The pilot controls weapons and missiles, while the co-pilot manages EMP and quantum-jamming tools; solo use misses much of the ship’s intended value. |
| Core Gameplay | Interdiction, EMP control, chase support, two-player combat | Best for coordinated players, bounty groups, PvP control teams, and org security roles. |
Note: Star Citizen specifications, features, and combat behavior can change between patches. For product pages, exact speed, weapon behavior, EMP strength, quantum-jammer rules, and control effectiveness should be treated as current gameplay-reference information rather than permanent final values.
What Makes the Scorpius Antares Valuable?
The Scorpius Antares is valuable because it turns the Scorpius frame into a control ship. The standard Scorpius is about heavy two-person fighter firepower with a rail-mounted turret. The Antares gives up that turret identity and replaces it with tools that can help stop a target from leaving the fight.
That makes the Antares much more specialized. It is not the Scorpius you buy for the highest shared gun output. It is the Scorpius you buy because your group wants to catch, pressure, disrupt, and finish targets more reliably.
A clean product-page sentence would be:
The Antares is not the damage-focused version of the Scorpius. It is the control version built to keep enemies from escaping.
This is the key buyer message. Customers should not compare the Antares only by raw DPS. They should compare it by team value, EMP timing, quantum-jamming support, and co-pilot coordination.
Interdiction Fighter Gameplay Role
The Antares’ main role is interdiction and target control. It is best used when the goal is not simply to win a normal dogfight, but to prevent a target from escaping once the fight begins.
In practical gameplay, the Scorpius Antares fits several roles:
| Gameplay Use | Why the Antares Fits |
|---|---|
| Bounty chase support | Quantum jammer helps stop a target from leaving through quantum travel. |
| EMP control | EMP pressure can make an enemy easier to disable, finish, or hold. |
| Two-player fighter gameplay | Pilot and co-pilot have different jobs instead of both only adding guns. |
| PvP trap support | Works well when a group needs to stop a target from escaping. |
| Org security / patrol | Can help control hostile ships around cargo, mining, salvage, or fleet operations. |
| Interdiction-themed fleet building | Natural comparison to Mantis, Cutlass Blue, Guardian QI, and Vanguard Sentinel. |
The Antares should be described as a control-heavy fighter, not a pure damage fighter.
EMP and Quantum Jammer Identity
The Antares’ main selling point is the combination of EMP and quantum jammer. The EMP system gives the ship a disabling tool, while the Tidelock quantum jammer helps prevent a nearby target from escaping through quantum travel.
This gives the ship a clear combat loop:
- Chase or engage the target.
- Use the quantum jammer to prevent escape.
- Use EMP timing to pressure or disable.
- Let the pilot and allies finish the target.
- Leave before the fight turns against the Antares.
A clean product-page sentence:
The Antares is most useful when the crew uses control tools at the right moment, not when it tries to behave like a normal turret fighter.
That wording keeps expectations accurate and reduces “why not just buy the normal Scorpius?” confusion.
Quantum Jammer vs Full Mantis QED
The Antares should not be sold as a full Mantis replacement. The Antares does not have the same full Quantum Enforcement Device identity as the Mantis. It has a quantum jammer that helps prevent nearby ships from using their quantum drive, while the Mantis has a broader quantum-enforcement role with snare functionality.
This is one of the most important customer-facing details.
A safe product-page sentence:
The Antares can stop nearby ships from escaping, but it is not the same as a Mantis-style snare ship.
That distinction matters for buyers. If they specifically need dedicated quantum-enforcement capture mechanics, they should compare the Mantis. If they want a combat fighter that also brings quantum-jamming utility, the Antares is the better fit.
Co-Pilot Dependency
The Antares is a real two-person ship. The co-pilot has access to the EMP and quantum jammer, while the pilot controls the wing weapons and missiles.
That creates a clear trade-off:
- Solo Antares = a fighter with reduced control value.
- Two-person Antares = the ship’s intended role.
This is not a small detail. It changes who should buy the ship. A solo pilot who only wants Scorpius-style fighter gameplay may be happier with the standard Scorpius. A two-player team that wants EMP and quantum-jamming gameplay will understand why the Antares exists.
Pilot and Co-Pilot Roles
The Antares works best when both seats are used properly.
| Crew Role | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Pilot | Flies the ship, keeps weapons on target, manages missiles, controls distance, and chooses engagement angles. |
| Co-Pilot / Control Operator | Uses the EMP and quantum jammer at the correct time. |
| Wingman | Helps apply damage once the target is jammed or disabled. |
| Bounty / Boarding Team | Benefits from the Antares keeping the target from escaping. |
| Escort Group | Protects the Antares if the target has friends or reinforcements. |
A practical Scorpius Antares fight should feel like a coordinated chase, not a normal two-seat turret fight. The pilot needs to keep pressure on the target, manage the approach angle, and make sure the ship stays close enough for the control tools to matter. The co-pilot needs to watch timing, use the quantum jammer before the target can escape, and save the EMP for a moment when the pilot or allies can follow up. If the EMP is used too early, or if the jammer is active without enough damage pressure, the target may recover or the Antares may become the priority target. In real use, the Antares rewards communication, timing, and team follow-up more than raw Scorpius firepower.
A clean product-page sentence:
The Antares becomes more effective when the pilot and co-pilot coordinate timing instead of treating the second seat as a passive passenger slot.
Fighter & Interdiction Comparisons
Scorpius Antares vs Standard Scorpius
| Ship | Best For | Main Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Scorpius Antares | EMP and quantum-jamming control | Replaces the standard Scorpius turret role with interdiction tools. |
| Standard Scorpius | Two-seat heavy fighter firepower | Kekeeps the rail-mounted remote turret for stronger shared gun output. |
Choose the standard Scorpius if you want firepower. Choose the Scorpius Antares if you want control.
Weapons and Missile Pressure
The Antares still has combat teeth. Its official specification sheet lists 4× Size 3 wing weapons and 16× Size 2 missiles, giving it enough weapon pressure to support chase and interdiction gameplay. This means the Antares is not just a utility ship with no bite. It can fight, chase, pressure, and support kills. However, it does not match the standard Scorpius’ turret-based damage identity.
The Antares can fight, but its best value comes when its weapons support the EMP and quantum-jamming role.
EMP Timing and Team Follow-Up
EMP ships reward timing. The Antares is not most useful when the co-pilot presses the EMP randomly. It is most useful when the team uses EMP at the moment a target is vulnerable, distracted, out of position, or already under pressure.
| EMP Factor | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Range | EMP is most valuable when the target is close enough for the effect to matter. |
| Timing | Bad timing wastes the control window. |
| Follow-up damage | EMP creates openings; allies or the pilot need to use them. |
| Quantum-jam overlap | The target should not be able to simply leave after recovering. |
| Enemy escorts | Control ships can become priority targets. |
| Patch balance | EMP behavior and effectiveness can change between updates. |
The Antares is a timing ship. Good crews make it useful; uncoordinated crews may find it less effective than a normal fighter.
Solo Gameplay Expectations
The Scorpius Antares can be flown solo, but solo play misses the main point of the ship. Because the EMP and quantum jammer are tied to the co-pilot role, the Antares is not a simple one-seat control fighter.
Solo pilots should buy the Antares only if they understand that its strongest tools are designed around a second player.
Scorpius Antares vs Mantis
| Ship | Best For | Main Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Scorpius Antares | Fighter combat plus quantum-jamming and EMP support | More combat-oriented, but not a full snare platform. |
| RSI Mantis | Dedicated quantum enforcement | Has the broader quantum-enforcement identity, including snare functionality. |
Choose the Mantis if you need dedicated quantum enforcement. Choose the Antares if you want a combat fighter with quantum-jamming and EMP control.
Scorpius Antares vs Guardian QI
| Ship | Best For | Main Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Scorpius Antares | Two-player control fighter | Pilot fights while co-pilot manages EMP and quantum jammer. |
| Guardian QI | Solo heavy fighter with quantum dampening | Pilot controls the dampener directly. |
Choose the Antares if you have a co-pilot. Choose the Guardian QI if you want pilot-controlled quantum dampening in a solo-heavy-fighter package.
Scorpius Antares vs Vanguard Sentinel
| Ship | Best For | Main Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Scorpius Antares | Quantum-jamming plus EMP in a Scorpius fighter frame | Better for chase and preventing escape. |
| Vanguard Sentinel | EMP / electronic-warfare support in a long-range Vanguard frame | Better for disruption support and long-range heavy-fighter identity. |
Choose the Antares if the target must not escape. Choose the Sentinel if you want Vanguard durability with EMP and e-war support.
Scorpius Antares vs Cutlass Blue
| Ship | Best For | Main Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Scorpius Antares | Combat interdiction and disabling support | More fighter-like and more focused on EMP + quantum-jam combat. |
| Cutlass Blue | Bounty-hunting utility and prisoner transport identity | More utility-oriented and linked to capture gameplay. |
The Antares is better for combat control; the Cutlass Blue is better for bounty-capture identity.
Combat Balance & Utility Expectations
The Antares’ value depends heavily on current EMP, quantum-jamming, and fighter balance. Patch behavior can change, and quantum-control rules may shift between updates.
The Antares has a clear control role, but its practical strength depends on current patch rules, co-pilot timing, target type, and team follow-up.
The Scorpius Antares has 0 SCU cargo, so it should not be described as a delivery ship, cargo runner, vehicle carrier, exploration ship, or daily utility platform.
The Antares is a combat-control ship only. It is not for hauling, box missions, vehicle transport, medical support, mining, salvage, or trade.
Explore Scorpius Antares Upgrade Paths
If you prefer to build toward the Scorpius Antares from an existing ship, you can view our Star Citizen Scorpius Antares CCU Upgrades and plan a more flexible RSI interdiction, EMP, or heavy-fighter upgrade path over time.
Scorpius Antares vs Other Star Citizen Control and Combat Ships
| Ship Fleet Option | Primary Core Role | Compared with Scorpius Antares |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Scorpius | Two-Seat Heavy Fighter | More turret firepower. Antares has EMP and quantum-jamming control. |
| RSI Mantis | Quantum Enforcement | More dedicated interdiction platform. Antares is more combat-fighter oriented. |
| Guardian QI | Solo Heavy Fighter with Quantum Dampening | More solo-friendly. Antares is better with pilot + co-pilot teamwork. |
| Vanguard Sentinel | EMP / E-War Heavy Fighter | More Vanguard-style support. Antares is more chase and escape-prevention focused. |
| Cutlass Blue | Bounty Hunting / Capture Utility | More capture-role identity. Antares is more combat-control focused. |
| Hurricane | Two-Seat Heavy Fighter | Strong turret damage. Antares trades turret DPS for control tools. |
| Vanguard Warden | Long-Range Heavy Fighter | More endurance and general fighter role. Antares is more specialized. |
| F8C Lightning | Elite Heavy Fighter | Better pure fighter combat. Antares offers interdiction utility instead. |
Scorpius Antares Strengths and Limitations
| Strategic Strengths | Operational Limitations |
|---|---|
| EMP + quantum jammer gives it a clear control role. | Not the strongest raw-damage Scorpius variant. |
| Two-seat gameplay gives the co-pilot a unique support job. | Requires a co-pilot for its strongest tools. |
| 4× S3 wing weapons and 16× S2 missiles keep real combat pressure. | No turret, so standard Scorpius has better shared gun coverage. |
| Useful for chase, bounty support, and preventing escape. | Not a full Mantis-style quantum snare ship. |
| Compact RSI fighter frame with clear visual identity. | 0 SCU cargo and no daily utility role. |
| Pairs well with damage ships that can finish disabled targets. | EMP and jammer value depends on current patch balance and timing. |
| Useful for coordinated PvP or org security roles. | Less attractive for solo pilots who want simple fighter gameplay. |
Who Should Buy the Scorpius Antares?
The Scorpius Antares is best for players who want a two-seat RSI fighter with EMP and quantum-jamming control. It is especially suitable for bounty groups, PvP teams, org security pilots, interdiction crews, players who regularly fly with a friend, and buyers who want a Scorpius variant that does something more tactical than raw turret damage.
It is also a good choice for players who enjoy support value inside combat. The Antares is not the ship you buy because it has the most guns. It is the ship you buy because it can help decide whether the target gets to leave.
Solo pilots should be cautious. The standard Scorpius, Guardian QI, Vanguard Warden, or F8C may feel better if the player wants straightforward solo combat. Players who need dedicated quantum enforcement should compare the Mantis. Players who want EMP / e-war in a long-range heavy fighter should compare the Sentinel. But for a two-player team that wants chase control, EMP pressure, and quantum-jamming utility, the Scorpius Antares is one of Star Citizen’s more direct control fighters.
Scorpius Antares FAQ
Is the Scorpius Antares worth buying in Star Citizen?
The Scorpius Antares is worth buying if you want a two-seat fighter with EMP and quantum-jamming control. It is not ideal if you want the highest Scorpius gun damage, cargo utility, or a strong solo-only fighter.
Is the Scorpius Antares Flight Ready?
Yes. Current community reference data tracks the Scorpius Antares as Flight Ready from Alpha 3.18.0. For product pages, the safest wording is Flight Ready / current gameplay reference, while noting that EMP, quantum-jamming, and fighter balance can change.
What is the main role of the Scorpius Antares?
The Antares’ main role is interdiction and combat control. It is officially positioned as an interdiction fighter with EMP and quantum-jamming tools.
How many crew does the Scorpius Antares need?
The Antares is listed with 2 crew in official specs. It can be flown by one pilot, but its strongest tools are designed around a second player.
Does the Scorpius Antares have cargo?
No. The Antares has 0 SCU cargo, so it should not be purchased for hauling, delivery missions, cargo trading, or general utility gameplay.
How big is the Scorpius Antares?
Official specs list the Scorpius Antares at 24m length, 32m width, and 13m height.
What weapons does the Scorpius Antares have?
Official specs list the Antares with 4× Size 3 wing weapons and 4 bespoke Size 4 missile launchers carrying 16× Size 2 missiles.
Does the Scorpius Antares have EMP?
Yes. The Antares is built with a bespoke EMP system, and its official specs list a Magstrand EMP generator.
Does the Scorpius Antares have a quantum jammer?
Yes. The Antares is built with RSI’s Tidelock quantum jammer, intended to help prevent nearby targets from escaping through quantum travel.
Is the Scorpius Antares the same as the Mantis?
No. The Antares is not a full Mantis-style quantum snare ship. The Mantis is more dedicated to quantum enforcement, while the Antares is a combat fighter with quantum-jamming and EMP control tools.
Can the pilot use the EMP and quantum jammer?
The Antares is designed around a pilot and co-pilot split. The pilot controls the wing weapons and missiles, while the co-pilot manages the EMP and quantum-jamming tools.
Is the Scorpius Antares good for solo players?
It is usable solo, but not ideal. Solo pilots miss the ship’s strongest control value because the EMP and quantum-jamming tools are designed for the co-pilot seat. Players who mostly fly alone may prefer the standard Scorpius, Guardian QI, Vanguard Warden, or F8C.
Is the Scorpius Antares better than the standard Scorpius?
The Antares is better if you want EMP and quantum-jamming control. The standard Scorpius is better if you want stronger two-seat turret firepower. Choose Antares for control; choose standard Scorpius for damage.
Should I choose the Scorpius Antares or standard Scorpius?
Choose the standard Scorpius if you want stronger two-seat fighter damage, turret coverage, and a more straightforward heavy-fighter experience. Choose the Scorpius Antares if you want EMP control, quantum-jamming utility, and a co-pilot role focused on stopping targets from escaping.
Is the Scorpius Antares better than the Guardian QI?
The Antares is better for two-player EMP and quantum-jamming teamwork. The Guardian QI is better for solo pilots because the Guardian QI pilot can manage its quantum-control role directly, while the Antares depends more on a co-pilot.
Is the Scorpius Antares better than the Vanguard Sentinel?
They serve different control roles. The Antares is better for chase control and preventing quantum escape. The Sentinel is better if you want Vanguard-style EMP and electronic-warfare support with long-range heavy-fighter identity.
Is the Scorpius Antares better than the Cutlass Blue?
The Antares is better for combat control, EMP pressure, and fighter-style interdiction. The Cutlass Blue is better if you want a bounty-hunting ship with capture-role identity and more general utility.
Is the Scorpius Antares good for PvE?
Yes, it can be useful in PvE when the player wants to control tougher targets, stop escape, or support group combat. However, if the player only wants simple PvE damage, the standard Scorpius or other heavy fighters may feel easier.
Is the Scorpius Antares good for PvP?
The Antares can be useful in PvP when used by a coordinated two-person crew, especially when the target needs to be stopped from escaping. It should not be marketed as a guaranteed meta ship because EMP and quantum-jamming value depends on patch rules, target type, crew timing, and team follow-up.
Does the Scorpius Antares have good long-term value?
Yes, the Scorpius Antares has useful long-term value for players who want RSI interdiction gameplay, EMP control, and a two-seat chase fighter. Its main limitation is clear: it gives up standard Scorpius turret firepower and depends heavily on co-pilot coordination.
