It’s not just whether or not something’s getting blown up, but also what’s getting blown up, and how much of it is getting blown up. If a chunk of “normal” PvP gets replaced with Tech I frigates and cruisers, industry will see a hit, too.
Also, it’s not inconceivable that if CCP’s “e-sport” goes “mainstream” that the arena will become somehow “detached” from the rest of the economy. Can you imagine this being streamed on Twitch big-time, and then participants need to take time-outs to grind out their replacement ships?
“Well Bob, Destiny Corrupted has been doing really well in this bracket, but the unexpected loss in the quarter finals is forcing this crowd-favorite to hit the belts!”
“You know how it is, John, even the best of the best have to sometimes get their hands dirty and go for a roll in the mud…and…am I seeing this correctly? Destiny appears to be going for the Plagioclase! Another unexpected move from the three-time champ!”
“Indeed it is, Bob, but the logic behind it is quite sound. While going for the Veldspar is the expected strategy, those rocks are small and depleted. Going for the Plagioclase allows this contestant to keep beams on a single, big target for an extended period of time, providing a prime opportunity to multitask with PI production chains.”
“A power move by Destiny, who is now splitting targets on two different rocks, and sending mining drones to a third! The crowd is going absolutely wild with excitement, as you can see from our live meme counter!”
“Well not me, Bob. I’m more of a level 3 mission person myself, Kappa.”
“John, you clever rogue, you!”
both turn to face the camera and laugh together
