Gerper – 2025-10-16
EIN Advisory — GERPER: Evening Low‑sec Hunts Targeting Ventures (MODERATE Threat)
Summary
Pilots operating in Gerper (low‑sec) face a persistent, time‑bounded threat to industrial and lightly fitted combat ships. Activity clusters heavily in the UTC evening window and includes cloaky ambushers and agile solo hunters. Exercise caution, especially during the peak hours below.
Threat Window
- Peak activity: 20:00–23:00 UTC (noted Fridays and Mondays as recent spikes).
- System threat level: MODERATE — elevated for industrial traffic during the window.
Top Identified Threats
- Astros Phonyx (victim profile; repeated Venture losses) — High risk to industrial pilots; predictable or repeatedly exposed targets.
- Jay Monkey — Manticore (stealth bomber) — Lethal ambusher; cloaked approaches reported.
- Oreo Otichoda — Astero — Agile solo hunter capable of tackling and popping Ventures.
- Boruet Annages — Orthrus — High‑skilled heavy cruiser threat; significant danger to non‑fleet ships.
- Empty attacker records (probable gank/suicide tactics) — Incidents with no attacker on killmails indicate covert or non‑standard engagement patterns.
- Vexor Navy Issue losses — Even combat‑fitted ships have been overcome by coordinated or superior attackers.
Tactical Recommendations (Low‑sec aware)
- Avoid mining/hauling or long idle activities in Gerper between 20:00–23:00 UTC.
- Keep active D‑Scan checks; assume cloaks are present.
- When stationary: use warp‑out bookmarks (warp‑to‑0/instant‑warp points) and align‑to safe spots before stopping.
- If you must operate in system during peak hours: favor scouts/escorts or small fleets over solo Ventures.
- Fit for survival: consider hull/tank/prop mods appropriate to role; scouts should carry cloak or fast warp options.
- If you see an Orthrus, Manticore, or Astero on D‑Scan or local, treat as immediate hostile contact preference and prioritize escape.
Bottom line
Gerper is a useful route but shows habitual predation in the evening UTC window. Industrial pilots are prime targets — modify schedules, fit defensively, and travel with escorts during the stated peak hours.