Greetings, New Eden and Fellow Capsuleers
TLDR / Summary
- Long-time, experienced EVE player.
- Truly independent candidate with no ties to any major alliances or corporations.
- Focused on improving EVE for industrialists, miners, and PvE players.
- Committed to being an accessible and transparent CSM member.
Quick intro about me outside of the game:
- I am 21, based in Michigan, USA.
- I have been very fortunate to attend several “local” in-person fleetups but I have never had a chance to attend a Fan Fest in Iceland.
- My ticket I purchased actually got given away to a local because I couldn’t make it, which is pretty cool.
- I also hosted a small in-person fleetup called “EVE Michigan” this past August, and currently am planning another for January
- Professionally I have spent several years in sales, marketing and transportation. I have deep understanding of those fields inside and outside of space.
My EVE Online story:
I started playing EVE around ~2018 and I have been enthralled in the universe ever since. Since day one, I have been doing mining, industry and other PVE activities in every sector of space. I have lived in High-Sec, Low-Sec and Null-Sec, Both solo and a part of groups, in both SOV space and NPC space. I remember the rich times for the industrialist when Null-Sec was more resource dense and compression took 100 pieces of ore. While I know why things changed to get us where we are today I have ideas to keep making things better.
My areas of expertise:
- I have a very deep understanding of EVE online from the eyes of an industrialist. How we calculate the value between raw resources verses processed goods.
- I understand how events, large scale combat activities and other engagements affect the universe and the economy as a whole.
- I have a grasp of why certain changes have been made in the past related to industry and mining and the progress we’ve made.
- I also understand other aspects beyond my main platform and how they interact with industry. I fly in Gallente faction war on an alt, I do mission running and ratting both in High-Sec and Low-Sec space. All of which interact with industry in some way.
- Also, with being based in High-Sec I interact with newbros on a daily basis, and I have ideas to make their experience better, as in my opinion even with changes over the years we still have a high turnover rate of new pilots.
What qualities set me apart from other candidates?
- Most Importantly I am INDEPENDENT. I have no allegiance to any group, large or small. I am focused on the areas and gameplay I participate in. As an independent, my goal is to build coalitions with other non-bloc members and find common ground on issues that benefit the entire EVE universe, ensuring that our voices are not just heard, but are influential.
- I deeply care about what I would call the most important aspect of the game, industry, along with all activities that go with it, mining, planetary interaction, etc. And while industry is not flashy, it is typically the first thing new pilots do in the game and it is what allows the big fights to happen in Null-Sec. We are the backbone to EVE Online. I believe without improvements we may become rarer and more centralized between groups. Which can ultimately bad for the economy and the game as a whole.
- I also plan to be the most accessible CSM candidate and hopefully the most accessible CSM member. willing to go into shows and give interviews. Host regular talks about the changes that are being made during my time as CSM and be as transparent as my NDA will allow. I believe clarity is important for a CSM candidate and member.
Why am I applying for the CSM?
For too long, I have watched changes that negatively impact the industrial heart of New Eden and the experience of its newer citizens. I am running for CSM because it’s time to stop watching and start advocating for the changes that will ensure a healthy and balanced future for all players, not just those in the largest alliances.
My biggest focus areas for if I were elected would be:
- Continue improvements to the new player experience.
- Limit or nerf Metenox moon mining drills. While balancing this specific resource inputs like moon goo may cause temporary shifts, my long term goal is to address systemic issues in the production chain to make the final cost of ships, modules and ammo more accessible to all players.
- Find ways to balance and encourage the undocking of industrialists and miners. Ultimately more targets in space are good for the game. My goal here is to create a dynamic where undocking is more rewarding, encouraging activity in space.
- Make changes to mining lasers/strip miners/mining drones to encourage use of higher skills and tech II equipment.
- Work towards greater ship, module and ammo accessibility. The cost of large-scale assets have become prohibitive for many. Through a careful re-evaluation of resource chains and production inputs, I will advocate for changes that make fielding fleets and/or high-tier equipment more achievable, fostering more content for everyone.
What can players expect from me?
- Expect me to listen to the player base and consider all parts of any problem before taking a stance if I even take a side at all.
- Expect me to be humble towards the community and player base even with the monumental task that have commanded of me. While also confidently stepping up to CCP to communicate our opinions.
- Expect me to bi-directionally communicate ideas and concerns from the players to CCP but also communicate any and all news I am able from CCP back to the community.
- As much as I am able at least. As a CSM member they do give me an NDA.
- Expect me to be knowledgeable and prepared for arguments and presentation because I will treat this post like I treat my career. It is that important. Ultimately I am elected by the people for the people.
Thank you for taking the time to read though this long post and possibly considering me as your candidate for CSM 20.
If you’d like to reach out here are my contacts:
- In-Game: EVE Mail or Conversion: Teddy Shi
- EVE Online Discord: Gameable.17
These are my starting positions, but the CSM is a dialogue. I want to hear from you. Please reach out in-game, on Discord, or on the forums with your ideas and concerns. Let’s work together to strengthen the core of EVE Online. I hope to earn your consideration, and your vote.
Till then. fly safe o7.
