{"data":{"id":20586,"title":"Q&A: Mirai Guardian MX","rsi_url":"https:\/\/robertsspaceindustries.com\/en\/comm-link\/engineering\/20586-Q-A-Mirai-Guardian-MX","api_url":"https:\/\/api.star-citizen.wiki\/api\/comm-links\/20586","api_public_url":"https:\/\/api.star-citizen.wiki\/comm-links\/20586","channel":"Engineering","category":"Development","series":"Concept Ship Q&A","images":[{"id":39804,"name":"star-citizen-mrai-guardian-mx-ub-4k-full.webp","rsi_url":"https:\/\/robertsspaceindustries.com\/i\/3faeb39a5d6426cd12b37769a874e73a5c2ce453\/ADdPNihJzmPbNuTnFsH1DqUeqBRpXdSXVVtgJTyDDgscGKrzJuoFjResjCYTz1J41nvwXtXKyoUcxRmp4RxHr6Xxa\/star-citizen-mrai-guardian-mx-ub-4k-full.webp","alt":"g-banner-advanced","size":2309894,"mime_type":"image\/webp","last_modified":"2025-05-19T16:17:11+00:00","api_url":"https:\/\/api.star-citizen.wiki\/api\/comm-link-images\/39804","similar_url":"https:\/\/api.star-citizen.wiki\/api\/comm-link-images\/39804\/similar"}],"images_count":1,"translations":{"en_EN":"Guardian MX\nby Mirai\nStripped of anything that doesn\u2019t serve its lethal agenda, the Guardian MX is dedicated to getting the job done with devastating precision.\n\nWe asked the Vehicle and Gameplay teams a few questions about the new member of the Mirai Guardian family. Here are the answers, straight from the devs themselves.\n\n1. How does the additional weaponry and armor affect the Guardian MX's handling and range compared to the base variant?\nThe Guardian MX\u2019s critical and part HP values are noticeably increased compared to the baseline variants. This is to support its more deadly firepower and expanded combat role.\n\nThat said, the MX uses the same fuel tanks as the standard models, so due to its increased mass, it will burn more fuel, especially during atmospheric flight.\n\nFor quantum travel, range remains the same, since fuel capacity is unchanged.\n\n2. Does the additional weaponry compared to the base model affect the ship's footprint? If so, which ships will it fit in?\nThe wings of the Guardian MX have become thicker to accommodate the additional weaponry, which gives the ship a larger footprint. You\u2019ll have to try it for yourself to see what ships it will fit in.\n\n3. Will the Guardian MX receive upgraded components to support the additional weaponry, and if so, how will this affect its signature compared to the base variant?\nThe Guardian MX\u2019s power plant has been upgraded to a single Size 2 to support the additional weaponry. It also received a second Size 2 shield generator and an extra Size 1 cooler. This will increase the signature compared to the base Guardian.\n\n1. While the Guardian has forward-facing missile launchers, the Guardian MX seems to have missile launchers mounted on the top. Does that change anything in terms of gameplay?\nThe missile racks on the Guardian MX are built into the structure of the wings, allowing them to hold more than a standard rack. This means that the missile type is swappable, though the missile racks themselves and missile sizes can\u2019t be changed.\n\n2. Under what circumstances would one choose the Guardian MX over the base variant, and when might the base variant be more suitable?\nThe Guardian MX is a dedicated combat ship with upgraded components. However, to fit all the new components into the ship, the habitation area is sacrificed. Therefore, you should choose the base Guardian if you want to be able to live in your Guardian due to its bed, bathroom, and food processor.\n\n3. How does its performance compare to other manufacturers' heavy fighters, such as the Anvil Hurricane or F8C Lightning?\nThe MX variant is designed to strike a balance between durability and firepower while still maintaining the Mirai handling signature that sets it apart.\n\nThat said, with durability and firepower being the main focus, it\u2019s not the most agile heavy fighter out there. For example, the Hurricane outperforms the MX in raw agility, performing higher linear Gs and superior maneuverability.\n\nOn the other hand, when compared to heavier ships like the F8C Lightning, the MX holds an edge in maneuverability, acceleration, and top speed. Though it doesn\u2019t match the F8C\u2019s toughness and durability.\n\n1. In the base variant, the bed functions as an escape pod. With the living area removed in the MX, does this mean it no longer includes an escape pod?\nThis is correct. Without the bed, there is no dedicated escape pod. In case of emergency, the pilot must leave through one of the other exits.\n\n2. How does deploying the cockpit armor affect pilot visibility?\nThe cockpit armor functions similarly to the armor on the Fury MX. There is extra framing around the cockpit, but it shouldn\u2019t have a large impact on visibility.\n\nAnother note on visibility: We have redesigned the ship\u2019s cockpit layout by bringing the MFDs and buttons from the top to the bottom. This changes the visibility for the better. We plan to retroactively bring this redesigned cockpit to the base and QI versions in the future.\n\n3. Will the deployed cockpit armor affect the ship\u2019s defense during combat, or will its benefits only be apparent once the Maelstrom damage system is implemented?\nEven without Maelstrom, the cockpit armor will provide extra health to the cockpit before it can be destroyed, but it won\u2019t help against shots that hit the wings or body.\n\nDISCLAIMERThese answers accurately reflect development's intentions at the time of writing, but the company and development team reserve the right to adapt, improve, or change feature and ship designs in response to feedback, playtesting, design revisions, or other considerations to improve balance or the quality of the game overall.","de_DE":"W\u00e4chter MX\nvon Mirai\nDer Guardian MX wurde von allem befreit, was nicht seiner t\u00f6dlichen Absicht dient, und erledigt seine Aufgabe mit vernichtender Pr\u00e4zision.\n\nWir haben den Fahrzeug- und Gameplay-Teams ein paar Fragen \u00fcber das neue Mitglied der Mirai Guardian-Familie gestellt. Hier sind die Antworten, direkt von den Entwicklern selbst.\n\nDISCLAIMERT Diese Antworten spiegeln die Absichten der Entwickler zum Zeitpunkt der Erstellung des Artikels wider. Das Unternehmen und das Entwicklerteam behalten sich jedoch das Recht vor, Features und Schiffsdesigns aufgrund von Feedback, Spieltests, Design\u00fcberarbeitungen oder anderen \u00dcberlegungen zur Verbesserung der Balance oder der Qualit\u00e4t des Spiels insgesamt anzupassen, zu verbessern oder zu ver\u00e4ndern.","zh_CN":"Guardian MX\nby Mirai\nStripped of anything that doesn\u2019t serve its lethal agenda, the Guardian MX is dedicated to getting the job done with devastating precision.\n\nWe asked the Vehicle and Gameplay teams a few questions about the new member of the Mirai Guardian family. Here are the answers, straight from the devs themselves.\n\n1. How does the additional weaponry and armor affect the Guardian MX's handling and range compared to the base variant?\nThe Guardian MX\u2019s critical and part HP values are noticeably increased compared to the baseline variants. This is to support its more deadly firepower and expanded combat role.\n\nThat said, the MX uses the same fuel tanks as the standard models, so due to its increased mass, it will burn more fuel, especially during atmospheric flight.\n\nFor quantum travel, range remains the same, since fuel capacity is unchanged.\n\n2. Does the additional weaponry compared to the base model affect the ship's footprint? If so, which ships will it fit in?\nThe wings of the Guardian MX have become thicker to accommodate the additional weaponry, which gives the ship a larger footprint. You\u2019ll have to try it for yourself to see what ships it will fit in.\n\n3. Will the Guardian MX receive upgraded components to support the additional weaponry, and if so, how will this affect its signature compared to the base variant?\nThe Guardian MX\u2019s power plant has been upgraded to a single Size 2 to support the additional weaponry. It also received a second Size 2 shield generator and an extra Size 1 cooler. This will increase the signature compared to the base Guardian.\n\n1. While the Guardian has forward-facing missile launchers, the Guardian MX seems to have missile launchers mounted on the top. Does that change anything in terms of gameplay?\nThe missile racks on the Guardian MX are built into the structure of the wings, allowing them to hold more than a standard rack. This means that the missile type is swappable, though the missile racks themselves and missile sizes can\u2019t be changed.\n\n2. Under what circumstances would one choose the Guardian MX over the base variant, and when might the base variant be more suitable?\nThe Guardian MX is a dedicated combat ship with upgraded components. However, to fit all the new components into the ship, the habitation area is sacrificed. Therefore, you should choose the base Guardian if you want to be able to live in your Guardian due to its bed, bathroom, and food processor.\n\n3. How does its performance compare to other manufacturers' heavy fighters, such as the Anvil Hurricane or F8C Lightning?\nThe MX variant is designed to strike a balance between durability and firepower while still maintaining the Mirai handling signature that sets it apart.\n\nThat said, with durability and firepower being the main focus, it\u2019s not the most agile heavy fighter out there. For example, the Hurricane outperforms the MX in raw agility, performing higher linear Gs and superior maneuverability.\n\nOn the other hand, when compared to heavier ships like the F8C Lightning, the MX holds an edge in maneuverability, acceleration, and top speed. Though it doesn\u2019t match the F8C\u2019s toughness and durability.\n\n1. In the base variant, the bed functions as an escape pod. With the living area removed in the MX, does this mean it no longer includes an escape pod?\nThis is correct. Without the bed, there is no dedicated escape pod. In case of emergency, the pilot must leave through one of the other exits.\n\n2. How does deploying the cockpit armor affect pilot visibility?\nThe cockpit armor functions similarly to the armor on the Fury MX. There is extra framing around the cockpit, but it shouldn\u2019t have a large impact on visibility.\n\nAnother note on visibility: We have redesigned the ship\u2019s cockpit layout by bringing the MFDs and buttons from the top to the bottom. This changes the visibility for the better. We plan to retroactively bring this redesigned cockpit to the base and QI versions in the future.\n\n3. Will the deployed cockpit armor affect the ship\u2019s defense during combat, or will its benefits only be apparent once the Maelstrom damage system is implemented?\nEven without Maelstrom, the cockpit armor will provide extra health to the cockpit before it can be destroyed, but it won\u2019t help against shots that hit the wings or body.\n\nDISCLAIMERThese answers accurately reflect development's intentions at the time of writing, but the company and development team reserve the right to adapt, improve, or change feature and ship designs in response to feedback, playtesting, design revisions, or other considerations to improve balance or the quality of the game overall."},"links_count":0,"comment_count":0,"created_at":"2026-05-25T10:00:00+00:00","created_at_human":"6 days ago"},"meta":{"processed_at":"2026-05-31 12:19:07","valid_relations":["images","links"],"prev_id":20585,"next_id":20593}}