Everyshore Intelligence Network

EIN-Advisory: Groothese — High-Risk Low‑Sec Activity (Threat Level 3.5)

Date: 2025-11-20 (based on analyst data for 2025-11-14 → 2025-11-19)

Executive Summary

• Groothese (Everyshore) is currently a high‑risk low‑sec system with sustained, organized predation. Analyst assessment: Local Threat Level 3.5 (High Risk).
• Two principal hunter groups/pilots dominate observed activity: Edgar Berdnikow (Rattlesnake, heavy asset hunter) and Peter Powers (Nighthawk/Cenotaph, structure specialist), supported by multiple T3/BC pilots (Tengu, Gnosis, others).
• Activity concentrates into two recurring attack windows and includes targeted destruction of mobile structures and successful killings of Deep Space Transports (Occator) and Strategic Cruisers.

Observed Patterns (Actionable)

• Pattern A — Midday/Afternoon (UTC)
  • Days observed: Fri (14), Mon (17), Tue (18), Wed (19)
  • Time: ~14:00–18:00 UTC
  • Behavior: Coordinated small‑gang ganks (Gnosis, Cenotaph/Tengu) targeting transient traffic (explorers, destroyers, DSTs).
• Pattern B — Morning Structure Sweep (UTC)
  • Day observed: Sat (15) — most violent concentration
  • Time: ~08:30–10:45 UTC
  • Behavior: Focused hunting and mobile structure destruction led by Edgar Berdnikow (Rattlesnake) and counter‑actions by Peter Powers (Nighthawk); multiple MTU/MMJU/Mobile Cyno losses recorded.
• Persistent off‑peak kills (e.g., ~23:00, 03:30 UTC) show these groups operate nearly round‑the‑clock.

Named Threat Actors (summary)

• Edgar Berdnikow — Rattlesnake (Pirate Battleship). High lethality vs T2/T3 cruisers and solo heavy targets. Rated Threat 4.5.
• Peter Powers — Nighthawk / Cenotaph. Structure hunter and harasser; repeatedly destroyed mobile structures. Rated Threat 4.0.
• Supporting pilots: Aladar Krahn (Gnosis), Kayla Starchild (Tengu), Miner McBride (Gnosis), Cadhla Dioltas (Tengu). Multiple coordinated small‑gang tactics observed.

Advisory — Recommended Actions (rooted in observed data)

• General

  • Avoid Groothese if you can route around it. The environment favors dedicated hunters with T3/BS-level firepower and structure‑targeting capability.
  • If you must transit Groothese, plan around the two high‑activity windows (~14:00–18:00 UTC and ~08:30–10:45 UTC UTC) and expect additional sporadic activity at night.
  • Consider moving high-value assets by alternate routes or under proper escort — single‑ship logistics are high risk.

• Haulers / Logistics (DSTs, Occators, Orcas)

  • Do not transit Groothese in lone DST/Occator without a combat escort. Analyst records include a DST kill and capability for webs/scrams from supporting ships.
  • If movement through Groothese is unavoidable, use fast escorts capable of tackling/warping or operate with a small gang that can contest Tengu/Rattlesnake interference. Time movements outside the observed windows.

• Explorers / Scanner Frigates

  • Bring covert‑ops or cloaking capability, maintain bookmarks/safe spots and check D‑scan intensely before warping. The Gnosis/Tengu gangs target exploration frigates.
  • Avoid loitering while scanning and avoid highly predictable behavior (repeatedly using the same signature/bookmark).

• Structure Owners / Deployments (MTU/MMJU/Mobile Cyno/Mobile Depot)

  • Do not deploy visible logistics or covert structures in Groothese without force protection. Several mobile structures and 3 mobile cynos were destroyed in the period.
  • If you have deployables there, prioritize removal or relocate them until adequate defensive forces are present.

• PvE / Mining

  • Expect organized small‑gang harassment and possible heavy response (Rattlesnake + support). Solo, non‑combat fit ships are high probability losses.
  • Use fleet operations with tackle and logistics, or avoid system entirely for routine PvE/mining ops.

• Fleet Commanders / Roams

  • Attackers in Groothese use T3s and heavy drone battleship support; bring electronic warfare, long‑range options, and counter‑drone/ECM planning.
  • If engaging the named threats, expect pitched small‑gang encounters with structure targeting — plan for logistics and structure defense contingencies.

Risk Notes / Behavioral Intelligence

• The environment includes both mobile hunter squads and pilots specifically targeting deployables; collateral risk is high. Pilots in the vicinity of the Edgar Berdnikow ↔ Peter Powers friction are at greater risk of being caught or misidentified.
• Presence of multiple Tengu pilots and Rattlesnake means engagements can escalate quickly; assume attackers can project both remote drones and web/scram tackle.

Closing Recommendation

• Treat Groothese as an active danger zone. Avoid routine, predictable traffic through the system, do not deploy or leave mobile logistics assets there without protection, and schedule any necessary transits outside the identified high‑activity windows or under secure escort. Local Threat Level: 3.5 — High Risk.

Everyshore Intel Network will continue to monitor this sector.