Metalhopper is a tier 9 corvette used by the Fringe Systems Resistance.
A well-rounded opponent without any real weaknesses. Due to its point defense, missile weapons are not recommended. Shields are recommended - while Metalhopper has a disruptor, it has only one, and it has a very limited firing arc, and the rest of its weapons are not particularly effective against shields. When attacking, your first priority should be to target Metalhopper's ion beam prisms - destroying these will deal some damage to surrounding parts and prevent its emitters from targeting you properly. While it may be enticing to fire at Metalhopper's disruptor, it's down a long barrel that will absorb almost all your shots, and the shields will take the rest. Metalhopper's cannons are relatively exposed - target them next. If you're relying on missiles, then you should also destroy Metalhopper's PD with your non-missile weapons. Once Metalhopper is totally disarmed, you can then strike at its reactor. If you have secondary flanking ships, these ships can fly around to the back of Metalhopper and destroy its control room, which will also preserve most of Metalhopper's parts to salvage. Don't attempt to shoot at Metalhopper's sides - they're armored.
