eve online rule of 6

In EVE Online, the "Rule of 6" refers to an unofficial guideline for fitting ships to maximize their effectiveness in combat, particularly in solo or small-gang PvP. The rule suggests that a well-balanced ship should have six key modules or attributes properly optimized to ensure survivability, damage output, and versatility. The Rule of 6 Breakdown: Damage Application Ensure your ship can effectively apply damage to the target (tracking, explosion radius, optimal range, etc.). Damage Output Sufficient DPS (damage per second) to break enemy tanks or apply pressure. Tank (Active or Passive) Either shield, armor, or hull tanking to sustain incoming damage. Speed & Positioning Ability to control range (kiting or brawling) and avoid enemy fire. Electronic Warfare (EWAR) or Utility Tackle (web, scram, disruptor), neuts, ECM, or other support modules. Capacitor Stability Enough capacitor to sustain modules (or manage with cap boosters/batteries). Why It Matters: A ship missing one or more of these elements may struggle in combat. Balancing these six aspects helps avoid being "glass cannon" (high DPS but no tank) or "brick tank" (high tank but no damage). Adaptability is keysome fits may sacrifice one area (e.g., tank) to excel in another (e.g., speed). Example (Frigate PvP Fit): Damage Application: Small guns with optimal range rigs. Damage Output: High DPS ammo (e.g., faction ammo). Tank: Small armor repairer or buffer tank. Speed: Nanofiber/MicroWarpDrive for positioning. Utility: Webifier + Scrambler to control range. Capacitor: Cap stable or cap booster for modules. Would you like a specific fit analyzed under the Rule of 6?