Everyshore Intelligence Network

EIN-Advisory — GERPER (Everyshore) — RED/AMBER: Highly Organized Hunter Gangs Active

Threat Level: 3.5 — Significant to High Risk

Summary

• Gerper is an active danger corridor in Everyshore. Intelligence shows highly organized, specialist hunter/gank gangs operating with heavy-hitting ships (Leshak, Loki) and fast hunters (Succubus) supported by covert scouts (Buzzard).
• Recent kills include a pair of Leshaks destroying an Enforcer and a Succubus + Buzzard combo taking an Astero — indicating both brute-force and precision hunting capabilities.
• Pilots should assume hostile presence at all hours; peak risk window and sustained activity across EUTZ/USTZ require maximum caution.

Observed Threats (from kill reports)

• Leshak (Triglavian Battleship): paired Leshaks used for rapid, high-alpha ganks against tanky targets. (Top threat)
• Loki (T3 Strategic Cruiser): versatile threat — E-War, long-range/close DPS fits observed in-system intel.
• Succubus (Pirate Frigate): high-speed, high-DPS interceptor for catching small/stealth targets.
• Buzzard (Covert Ops): scout/probe platform used to locate and lock targets for follow-up ships.
• Astero / Enforcer losses confirm hunters are intercepting both explorers and advanced recon ships.

Time/Pattern Warning

• Highest concentrated danger: Sunday, especially between 18:00–02:00 UTC (peak activity / EUTZ–USTZ overlap).
• Significant activity also recorded during EUTZ business hours (notably Thursdays ~13:51 UTC).
• Do not assume any hour is safe; activity spans EUTZ and USTZ peaks.

Advisory Zones

• RED ZONE: Peak hours (Sunday 18:00–02:00 UTC; general peak overlaps). Treat as hostile-controlled.
• AMBER ZONE: All other hours — unpredictable presence of high-value hunters; exercise elevated caution.

Recommended Actions (rooted in observed tactics)
General

• Assume scouts (cloaked Buzzards/Buzzard-equivalents) are present. Maintain strict D-Scan discipline; stop and check when jumping gates or warping to cans/structures.
• Never engage on impulse. Hunters combine scout + high-DPS ships for fast, decisive kills. If you are not purpose-fit for combat, avoid confrontation.

Exploration / Covert Ops (Astero, Buzzard, covert-fit ships)

• Avoid Gerper when carrying valuable relic/data loot; use alternate routes where possible.
• If transit is unavoidable: warp-to-zero bookmarks on gates/stations, insta-undock safes, and pre-align for instant warp-out.
• Use cloaks and get behind a gate/structure before attempting probes; minimize time on-grid.
• Consider flying with an escort winged for detection and rapid response.

Transit & Hauling (small/medium haulers)

• Do not use Gerper for high-value single-run hauls unless escorted by combat-capable pilots.
• If forced to transit, use minimal cargo value, stay aligned, and warp immediately at grid entry. Avoid loitering on gates.

Combat-capable Pilots / Response Wings

• Expect Leshak/Loki presence—bring appropriate E-War countermeasures and strong DPS ships if you intend to contest. A pair of Leshaks can kill most sub-capital targets quickly; avoid one-on-one confrontations with unknown compositions.
• Scout for Buzzard activity; removing or spotting the scout often breaks the hunter chain. Use long-range probe/cyno denial and E-War to disrupt target acquisition.

Fitting & Behavior Checklist

• Insta-undock bookmarks, warp-to-zero bookmarks, and multiple safes saved for immediate concealment.
• High align speeds, lightweight fittings, and a cloak where possible for non-combat craft.
• Fitpoint for probe/scan denial (jam/ECM) if operating in a hunter role.
• Avoid d-scan tunnel blindness — check both local and directional at every gate jump/warp-in.

Operational Notes

• Low-Sec context: no CONCORD protection — expect no automated intervention; engagements are player-driven and can end quickly.
• The mix of Leshak (brawling alpha), Loki (versatility), and Succubus/Buzzard (hunt + scout) indicates professional, coordinated gangs who minimize exposure. Treat encounters as premeditated rather than opportunistic.

Bottom Line

• Gerper is a hostile transit point. If you are not flying a purpose-built combat ship with appropriate support, reroute. If you must go through, adopt all recommended precautions, assume scouts and heavy gankers are present, and move with discipline and speed.

EIN Status: Maintain RED/AMBER posture for Gerper until sustained inactivity or observed change in threat composition.