Hi I am Yilifaerr. I’m very happy to have this opportunity to show you my voice.
My EVE Story
I first encountered EVE Online in 2012 at the age of 12, when my cousin introduced me to the Chinese server. Although I was fascinated by the game, strict underage restrictions in China limited my playtime, and I wasn’t able to fully explore New Eden.
Years later, after moving to Australia to study and improving my English, I returned to EVE in 2020—this time on the world server (Tranquility). Until May 2023, I lived in highsec, mining and running transport missions. That year I joined Xuanwu College, a high-sec new player corporation, where I ran level 4 SOE missions. I quickly built wealth, took on management responsibilities, and created training guides for new players. I also organized group experiments—when Homefront Operations launched, we formed one of the first testing fleets, producing fittings and guides to help many new players earn their first ISK.
In July 2023, I joined PLA and began my nullsec life. In January 2024, we founded Zhuque Squad, the nullsec branch of Xuanwu College, and joined IGC. From then on, I focused entirely on nullsec, serving as an FC, later as FC lead, and contributing to alliance diplomacy. In January 2025, I became part of the IGC management team, and in June 2025, I founded my own corporation within the alliance, continuing to invest in its growth and development.
Though I am still a younger player, I believe this is my strength. My path from highsec beginner to alliance leadership gives me both the perspective of new players and the experience of organizing fleets and managing groups. I want to bring this mix of fresh energy and practical leadership to the CSM.
Areas of Expertise
My primary area of expertise is small alliance management. Coming from a smaller alliance myself, I directly experience the challenges such groups face in survival, economy, recruitment, and participation in the larger political landscape. This perspective allows me to understand more deeply how game changes affect small alliances and their ability to thrive.
I am also very active in the Chinese community and timezone. I clearly understand the issues Chinese-speaking players encounter, including localization and translation problems, and I can serve as a bridge to improve cross-language communication and representation.
Another strength is my fresh perspective as a newer player. Unlike many long-time veterans, I began playing on Tranquility only in recent years, which means I have firsthand experience of the struggles new players face in the current version of EVE.
Finally, as a fleet commander in a small alliance, I understand player and alliance needs from the perspective of combat and organization—especially how balance changes impact smaller groups. This gives me the ability to represent those voices that are often overlooked in discussions about game mechanics
Why CSM?
I want to make sure the voices of those often overlooked are heard—especially small alliances. CCP has shown a commitment to encouraging smaller groups and creating more diverse content, but I believe I can bring a clear understanding of the challenges these alliances face. Survival is often difficult for them: with less sovereignty, they have fewer resources, which pushes many players to join larger blocs. This creates a cycle where smaller alliances struggle with member loss, making their long-term growth even harder.
I also want to help make EVE more inclusive and welcoming to new players, without losing the depth that makes the game unique. Too often, players feel forced into repetitive, tedious activities that feel like a second job. I want EVE to be a place where more people can genuinely enjoy the experience, not just endure it.
I believe I can help, and I am willing to dedicate the effort. My colleagues, classmates, and family all know how passionate I am about this game. I have the time and the motivation to listen to the community’s concerns and work hard to represent them, contributing to the long-term health of EVE Online.
What Players Can Expect
I will be a representative who is willing to listen to players’ voices and bring good ideas forward. I will do my best to keep the community informed of progress (within the limits of the NDA), and I will always focus on turning feedback into constructive improvements for the game.
From my experience, here are several areas where I already see clear opportunities for improvement:
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LP Transfer Details
I was very glad to see the addition of LP transfers, which allow highsec corporations to buy back LP from members and help new players earn their first ISK. However, the LP wallet lacks transaction history, which makes it impossible for corp managers to track transfers. I also believe this feature could be expanded: for example, allowing corps to set up “projects” where players can contribute LP and automatically receive ISK rewards. -
ESI Functionality
Current ESI endpoints are missing for things like sovereignty fuel, Skyhook storage, and Mercenary Den resources. This forces managers to log in manually or assign members to check these structures, which is a heavy burden for small groups with limited manpower. Adding ESI access for these would significantly reduce the workload for management teams. -
Time Information Display
Many interfaces, such as expeditions, Skyhooks, or reinforced POCOs, only show countdowns. This requires players to calculate the exact end times themselves. Displaying precise timestamps or time ranges would be much more convenient for planning. -
Transition Periods for Balance Changes
Sudden balance changes can be devastating for small groups. For example, when FNI was extremely strong, many corps stockpiled related assets in their industry pipelines. When the balance shifted suddenly, these assets instantly lost value, hitting small alliances’ wallets and industrial systems very hard. A more gradual or better-communicated transition would help mitigate these impacts.
These are just some examples. I want to work with players, share perspectives, and actively communicate with CCP to find better solutions. My goal is to make sure that small alliances, new players, and the wider community all feel their voices matter in shaping EVE’s future.
Closing Statement
EVE has always been a game about people—players building stories together across language, time zones, and alliances. I represent those who are often unheard: small alliances, new players, and the Chinese-speaking community. My journey from a highsec beginner to an FC and alliance leader has given me both the perspective of new pilots and the experience of managing groups in nullsec.
I am committed to listening, communicating, and working hard to bring forward constructive ideas that can make EVE more accessible, more enjoyable, and still as deep and challenging as ever. With your support, I will ensure that the voices of small groups and diverse communities are heard at the highest level.
Thank you for considering me for CSM. I would be honored to have your vote.
My Discord account is yilifaer, and my QQ account is 949550172. You can also email yilifaerr in-game or send me a private message about any topic. I’m happy to chat with you.
At the same time, I also translated this campaign into Chinese, so that more Chinese players can give me feedback.
【CSM 20 竞选稿】法尔– 代表新玩家、小型联盟与中文社区的声音 - 哔哩哔哩
