eve online balancing the books 9 of 10

In EVE Online, the mission "Balancing the Books 9 of 10" is part of the Crime Syndicate epic arc, which involves working for the Guristas Pirates or Angel Cartel. This mission can be challenging due to its mechanics, but heres a breakdown to help you complete it: Mission Overview: Objective: Destroy the "Financial Records" container while defending against hostile NPCs. Location: A deadspace pocket with multiple waves of enemies. Enemies: Typically include frigates, cruisers, and sometimes battlecruisers (e.g., Guristas or Angels, depending on the faction). Key Steps to Complete the Mission: Warp In and Initial Engagement: - Upon entering, youll face an initial wave of enemies. Clear them first to reduce incoming damage. Locate the Financial Records: - The "Financial Records" container is usually near the center of the pocket. It has a small sig radius (like a jetcan) and can be hard to spot. - Use your Overview Settings to ensure "Containers" or "Miscellaneous" objects are visible. Destroy the Container: - Lock the container and attack it (any weapon works, but fast-tracking guns or drones are ideal). - The container has low HP but may take a few seconds to pop. Handle Additional Waves: - After destroying the container, more enemies may spawn. Be prepared to engage or escape. Mission Completion: - Once the container is destroyed and enemies are cleared (or you warp out), the mission completes. Recommended Ship/Fit: Ship: A battlecruiser (e.g., Drake, Myrmidon) or a T3 cruiser works well for tanking damage. Key Modules: - Tank: Active shield (or armor) tank with reps and extenders. - DPS: Missiles, drones, or autocannons for clearing enemies quickly. - Utility: Afterburner/MicroWarpDrive for mobility, and a Target Painter to help hit the small container. Tips: Prioritize Threats: Kill fast-tackle frigates first to avoid being webbed/scrammed. Container Targeting: If you cant find the container, check your overview settings or spam "V" (default shortcut to orbit anything nearby). Speed Tanking: A fast frigate (like an assault frigate) can sometimes blitz the mission by ignoring enemies and focusing on the container. Common Pitfalls: Missing the Container: Double-check overview filters if you dont see it. Getting Overwhelmed: If DPS is too low, enemies may pile up. Consider upgrading your ship or fit. Once done, youll move to the final mission (10 of 10), which is typically a tougher boss fight. Good luck, capsuleer! Let me know if you need help with the next mission or specific fits. o7