Guides

Introduction

Star Trek Online is a complex game with many different aspects. We've covered the basics already but there there are some topics that deserve more in-depth guides and explorations to answer deeper questions, whether that's ...

If those are topics that interest you, then check out the resources linked above! Below we've also listed out the most crucial explorations off-site that have contributed to our collective knowledge of mechanics and in-game systems.

Revisiting Exotics

This ongoing series dives deep into the mathematical underpinnings of exotic particle generator (EPG)-focused builds. If you're into space wizardry and want to really know how it all works, this is THE definitive series on exotic mechanics. 



Torpedo Effects and Damage

The T.E.D. Talks cover in-depth derivation and analysis of base damage and reload times along with secondary effects for a variety of torpedoes and their related enhancements.

Photons and Quantums

Plasma, Transphasic, Chroniton, and Tricobolt

Energy Torpedoes and Final Ratings

Nanopulse

Tricobalt Tear A New One Generator

The Eagle has Digitized

Event Torpedoes and Ship Consoles


Mathbusters


These pieces dive into specific claims or rumors raised in the community and provide definite answers to them using mathematical and empirical analysis.

Validating the Advanced Isolytic Dual Beam Bank

Heavy Dual Beam Banks, Haste, and Firing Modes

Advanced Engineering IPDM consoles

External Massive Munition Hardpoints Has a Dead Stat

Giving Your All

Battery Mechanics

Control/Debuff Stacking Revisited

Control/Debuff Stacking Revisited

Advanced Cooldowns and Unconventional Systems

Heritage Bundle Pet Testing

(Energy) Weapon Analysis

This collection of posts covers a wide variety of topics related to energy weapon builds.

Other Mechanics