Bullying Bad Star Wars Ships (and my viewers who like them) 

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Good, good Eck. Let the hate for these ships flow through you.

I am very basic, I only like X-Wing, you can't bully me.

Great video. It's funny that you bullied the Dragon one for being painted black, then said you wished the Sith Eternal fleet was all black.

5:53 Slave II is pure utilitarian. It doesn't care about looking pretty, it just cares about getting the job done. Windows on a spaceship are a vulnerability, and with cameras etc, they're not necessarily needed.

4:37 The reason Old Republic troopers and Clone troopers look almost identical is because their armour is heavily Mandalorian-inspired. The Old Republic had just about gotten completely ass-raped by the Mandalorians not long before the rise of Vitiate's Sith Empire, which forced them to militarize. So when designing armour for their soldiers, they took inspiration from the enemy that nearly defeated them, since it was clearly effective. We all know about the creation of the clones; based on the genetic template of a Mandalorian, and their training and equipment was heavily overseen by Mandalorians. Thus their design philosophies played a large part in the construction of the armour.

Whoever decided to turn B-wings into jank brick shuttles needs a smack upside the head and a lecture. In and out of universe.

My issue with the E-wing was the top cannon seems to interfere with the cockpit, both getting in and out, emergency ejection, flare from blasters, and visual obstruction.

Fury is not a tie. It has space for cargo, crew to sleep, a meeting room, a medical wing, and space for a holo chess table. It is not a star fighter like a TIE. It is a starfighter like the Falcon. edit: today i found out jek 14's first starfighter was an E wing

Fury and the harrower absolutely did not deserve the roasting they got, both are such beautiful designs for ships.

I love the look of the Old Republic Trooper's more than the Clone Army one's. Just something really unique and beautiful about it.

Resistance Shuttle is practically the Cloud Car of the sequel trilogy.

Such a shame that Eck does not grasp the sheer imperial might and glory communicated by Resurgent Sith Imperial ships

I have a soft spot for the G9 Rigger-class light freighter: it's an inexpensive freighter powered by Sadness. My Star Wars RPG group stole, like, three from the Hutts, because we didn't have anyone who could fake ship registries, but we DID have somebody who could physically tinker with the ship to rig up some basic controls. The Hutts were less than happy, but we framed an Imperial black ops group for the thefts, so we never had any issues.

Honestly love this as a dialog on just ship designs. Any universe you want with ships works with this IMO warhammers massive ass cathedral ships to no mans sky nonsense

The Venator double bridge looks like Jar Jar Binks face, at some angles. IMHO it was designed back when George Lucas was planning on having Darth Jar Jar, and right after the big reveal there was going to be a slow transition from a close up of Darth Jar Jar's face _and his Sith eyes_ (that we only just realised were Sith all along) to a Venator, with the bridges lining up with Jar Jar's eyes. With the lead up time in designing ships, models ect, the artwork would have begun far before even the script was finalised. Anyway, now try to unsee Jar Jar's face in a Venator … what if that was the reason that the Empire didn't keep it, but kept the Acclimator? *Vader:* My master, the bridges of a Venator, I find them annoying to gaze at. They remind me of that irritating… *Palatine [interrupting]:* Jar Jar, I see the resemblance too, Lord Vader. And it disturbs you? (Looking sideways at Vader, and knowing his weaknesses)… …it's like sand. [Vader shivers] I shall decommission them then. Remember this indulgence, Lord Vader.

Funny that the less inspired fury class interceptor is probably my favorite ship from the old Republic. Might just be because it is the ship the sith characters use. Still it's design is pretty sleek

Branching of into other universes would be great, praising designs is great, and I would suggest BSG's Viper Mk. VII for the first one.

I’m sorry. The E-wing looks like the result of someone doing the best they could with an X-wing LEGO set that’s missing pieces.

I’m also one of the few people that likes the Slave II. Looks wacky and goofy but that’s what I like about it.

the real issue with the E-wing is the laser cannon that gets in the way of opening the cockpit canopy

5:54 I also like the E-Wing, to me it just makes sense that, as the New Republic improved its starfighters, they would abandon existing architecture and build ships with similar concepts but different shape. I'm also not bothered that this ship needed a new R-7 Astromech to work. Its only real fault was that people liked the X-Wing, which led the Legends writers to create the XJ as a super X-Wing to eclipse the fascinating but underloved E-Wing. The Sequel Trilogy unwittingly followed suit.

All these ships and not a single down vote. He's on to something guys

I like the X-Wing's nose, its IMO the best modification Joe Johnson did on Cantwell's design.

4:24 Story wise I agree with you, but visually the Fury Class is one of the better looking Star Wars fighters. 6:06 How do you get in and out of an E-Wing with that gun barrel up there? If that was BELOW the ship then maybe it would be ok, but above, WTF?

Would love to see you dunk on ships from other continuities

Fury class is lazy lore wise, but it's still a great design on its own.

My favorite ships are ISDs. Also I know this video is about ships but the AT-PT is the greatest ground vehicle in all of Star Wars.

It is 02:41 in Berlin and I really enjoy this video for going to sleep

Yo. Why does the E-wing have such a weirdly placed gun right above the cockpit? Wouldn't that be a detriment/cumbersome to the pilot? Also it looks like a dumb unicorn horn.

If I have to pick a ship that I love that is outside the norm it would be the Hapan battle cruiser (or was it the battle dragon?) it's just so outside the typical star wars design that I can't help but love it. Plus it has those rows of revolving turbolasers on each saucer section.

6:26 My main issue with the E-wing is the giant laser cannon directly over the canopy. Not does it seem to block a fairly large portion of the pilot's view above them, its also unclear how someone gets in or out of the damn thing considering the canopy can't lift upwards like on every other Alliance starfighter. Maybe it slides forward? But even then you still have to be careful not to crack your head on the barrel. I know star wars dogfights are inspired by WW2 air combat, so why not put the cannon IN the nose? There were plenty of old fighter planes that used that design, and it makes more sense than putting the guns on the wingtips too.

you should make a video or video series going over the “aesthetics” of fictional space navy’s and how the ship designs fit their overall look

4:39 "The Republic Trooper looks exactly like the Clone Trooper..." Well yeah, the Clone Troopers were an attempt to "rebuild" and borrow from the glory of the old Republic "Grand Army" which defeated the Sith Empire.

I would love to see this series become more mainstream. I love seeing fantasy designs that look cool on the surface but are actually absurd in concept. Bonus points for branching out to other franchises.

Love the content man keep it up

Speaking of the TIE Dagger, I actually had an idea for a triangle-wing TIE, but it had s-foils that allowed it to land. Also 100% agree with you on the Old Republic designs, they're cool but look weird when you factor in the timeline. The only Sequel ships I'd say I agree with you on are the Xyston and, to a lesser extent, the Resistance shuttle. The Xyston's just ISD 2.0 with a superlaser and the shuttle just looks weird, though it at least has some charm to it. Also, the E-wing can absolutely get scrapped, I'm sorry, I just can't lol...

Every video of these I see I keep thinking he’s gonna talk about relationship ships, and every time I have to remind myself not everyone is on that part of the fandom

7:58 I actually kind of like that ship, although since it is a decorative covering for a stage for actors to prepare in, I see why the proportions are so wrong. My theory is that the sip uses censors to navigate and the pilots are behind computer screens while the glass is there either to confuse the resistance, or are actually solar panels to power instruments. I visited it at Disney and it also appears in the ride where you fly the falcon, where it’s armor proves to be impressive, by talking at least four hits on from the Falcon’s main guns (and since they don’t program it to crash) this can take a beating from a small point defense gun and walk away unscathed so having limited cockpit glass makes sense. Also as for the complainant that it is a first order transport with wings on it, that is fair but also practical that the First Order would take a work an working design into a new design. Real world militaries do that as well, like the Black Hawk compared to the Huey.

My main issue with the E-Wing is the gun mounted over the cockpit annoys me greatly. How does the cockpit open? Does the gun have to have additional components and machinery to allow being moved up? Do mechanics have to repair that machinery often and how difficult is that compared to the wing-mounted guns? Does the blaster fire from the gun inhibit the sight of the pilot with constant flashes? On my model for the X-Wing tabletop game I surgically removed the gun and reglued it to the underside of the fuselage to avoid all these problems.

Please talk about the Destiny Ascension from Mass Effect. Star Wars has some good ship designs but the Destiny Ascension was amazing. Too bad it was destroyed.

I just wanna say I think the TIE raptor is the most adorable piece of shit ever designed.

My two favorite ships are the ARC-170 and the Delta-7 aethersprite-class light interceptor, even though I definitely know both were not the best crafts. If I was in Star Wars I'd most certainly have either a modified ARC-170 for a single pilot, with modified weapons systems, interior, and of course some upgrades that'd help keep me alive like a good shield and a space toilet and fridge. Alternatively on a more "realistic" approach assuming I couldn't get a ship of my choice, I'd most certainly get a U-Wing, as it's not only beautiful, but spacious and a very reliable craft

The Venetor class looks like Jar Jar Binks. Prove me wrong. “Messa going to blowey up Komino! Pew pew!”

Definitely need more of these!!

The laser cannon on the top of the e-wing ruins the design for me. Take that cannon and put it under the nose or built into the nose and you'd have a better look. Or better yet, ditch the third gun all together and say the power of the other two was increased....or add concussion missle pods under the wings. Anything's better than that ridiculous thrid gun above the canopy.

Imagine if the Empire, First Order, or Sith Eternals Builds Ties based on Sith ships from previous sith empires.

Random thought: does the existence of Mara Jade as a fan favorite in general and foil for Luke Skywalker in particular imply that Star Wars fans think that Luke needs to be bullied? 🤔 Discuss

Star Trek. I need to see a Star Trek version of this series

I like the Resurgent and Nebula-class star destroyers. Don't bully me please... And 3:11 jethus cwithe 🤣🤣🤣🤣

The X-Wing may be one of my absolute favorite starfighters, but I nearly chocked at the "penis nose" quip, lmaooo, I can't unsee that now, especially with the way the Death Star battle ends in Episode IV

I love the Reaper, it is a perfect ship for the Star Wars aesthetic and functionally perfect for what it was designed to do

Some bad takes from Ecks. Love the Harrower and the Fury... XD

Cover the Gravestone ship and the Eternal Empire ships both from SWTOR. See how you can roast both of them.

About your comment on the X-wing nose. I was once making a Pinewood Derby (little model cars you race) X-wing and my Mom thought the front looked like a ya know too.

Dude said "Slave 2 looks looks like a flying Bathroom Buddy" 🤣🤣🤣 "Uh oh! You forgot to shave...."🤣🤣🤣

Wow I’m early! Probably because I came in riding in my AT-PT

Eck: "The Fury-class is too derivative. But the TIE/Reaper is innovative and cool!" Me: "I like the Fury, and think the Reaper--and the seemingly equally-popular U-wing--are stupid-looking."

Although I'm a big fan of "if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything" in most cases, this bullying is refreshing and honest! Please, more ship and tech bullying vids about any universe! Excellent work.

4:31, YOU JUST LISTED MY EXACT PROBLEM WITH THE OLD REPUBLIC! I thought I was the only one to think this!

I get what you're saying about the Slave II. It feels kind of like a ship that was just cobbled together rather than designed. Like they just took all the components they needed, bolted them together, and covered it with flat panelling. It seems like exactly the sort of unlicensed, untraceable ship that a bounty hunter might get on some scrappy backwater planet, or built in secret from parts scavenged from other vessels. That's the vibe I get. Now let's go to Wookiepedia and see how close I was...

I think that this discussion style is really fun! Definitely looking forward to more!

With the TIE Dagger, they just slapped Doritos on it and called it a day

Whenever I look at a Venator, I see confirmation of Darth Jar Jar. The bridges are clearly his eye stalks.

Bruh, the tie crawler. It’s like is a WWI commander was like “Our troops need reinforcements! Send in the wingless biplanes!”

This is actually my favorite type of video apparently. Just seeing rapid fire ratings of stuff viewers submit to you.

love this series!

5:20 flying bathroom buddy has me in tears 🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

Your videos are never boring and I won't lie, its kinda cathartic hearing you pick at what you consider poor ship designs. I dont always agree but you make good points I can concede to. If you read this I really would love a deeper breakdown in your fashion of the Ssi-Ruuk ships, the Truce at Bakura definitely has problems but I just love the ships cause thats what drew me into Star Wars as a kid,

Hope it’s all good with the fam, good to see eck back!

The "E" in E-Wing stands for embarassed.

You could make this an ongoign series of bad ships in sci-fi. Call it "I don't give a ship!"

The fury class is one of the best designs in star wars. It's like a sith version of the millennium falcon. It's a portable sith base of operations and it looks badass. Also I love the old republic sith star destroyer. I one is don't like is the smaller frigates.

Glad I'm not the only one who remembers the Dragon class cruiser from the Dragon magazine.

Slave 2 looks like those things on shelves that hold books upright. Also, I will fight anyone who dislikes the Fury-class Interceptor, it's one of the most "Sith" looking ships in all of Star Wars honestly

9:15 Tie Dagger, they took the gimmick off the V22 Osprey where the wings/engines rotate vertically to allow landing. If we're talking in SW universe... the mandalorian fighters and the Kom'Rk Mandalorian dropship, these both do this but have the added feature of the wings rolling around the main fuselage as well while in flight.

Doing eve online ships would be neat, they got a lot of asymmetric and otherwise nonsensical spaceships along some cool ones. (including 4 "races" of ships with completely different art styles)

Just had the best ad placement of all: “make the argument that Palpatine based-“

The Resistance Transport is bad, but I will say one thing good about it, maybe the only thing it has going for it: It's well-designed to give a good cinematic shot of the door opening up when it lands so that you can see everybody come out of it at once. That's a big issue with the U-Wing, because for the U-Wing, there's no good angle to look at the door opening up because the wing is in the way. The ship was designed to look more like a fighter than a troop transport, and any shot from above just doesn't show any of the troop transport aspect.

One series that I'd love to see your opinion on, when it comes to ships, would be the massive Gundam menagerie, which has been around since 1979, a similar time frame as Star Wars.

If we're talking about Empire at War, some of the Zann Consortium transport shuttles are just like "I'm a box with thing sticking off of it."

"It's a delicious, fast alternative to eating out." My girlfriend didn't seem to agree.

Viewers: man RU-vid recommendations are boring lately Kenobi Clips: *Hello There!*

i really enjoy these vids!

Can you look into some of the obscure starfighters from Galactic Battlegrounds? You could probably make an entire video going through each faction’s.

You know what, I'll say it. The Death Star. It's a good idea for fear. But for it being used militarily it's useless. Yes you destroy vast amounts of baddies with one fire at a planet, but you lose ALL those resources. Something like the Genesis Project from Star Trek II would be more fitting. Yeah, it would require an assault on the planetary defenses, an extended campaign on the planet. But, once it's launched and lands on the planet, it DESTROYS everything on the planet. Then RETERRAFORMS said planet to WHATEVER the hell you want. You need metals and alloys for your ship building? That enemy planet is within reach. Let's blockade, and launch the torpedo sized super weapon at the planet. Let it destroy everything then reform the planet to what you need. Now, issue was it was not fully used to it's potential and was used in a method of madness and vengeance. We've already seen it succeed terraforming the inside of an asteroid. Kind of ranting on about it. But with a torpedo like Genesis (not really a torpedo but is torpedo sized and could probably be repurposed as a torpedo easily) you wouldn't need a full armada to defend it. You could just send in a stealth ship and get the job done. Also strikes fear in people. Again though, just my opinion. Death Star is definitely useful but is just OVERKILL and is really a 'haha, look at this! I can cause fear!'. It serves it's original purpose, but fails militarily. Your basically performing Scorched Earth tactics FOR your enemies harming your own forces.

Tbh I like the harrower quite a bit, like while it’s not a super original design it’s still quite good (in game harrower), I’d say it’s almost like if u combined an ISD and a venator but made it much much better, it’s just unfortunate there ain’t a thing which shows it’s full layout. One thing that I find odd is how the harrower is labelled as being only 800 meters long yet the terminus is 500 meters long and in game the terminus is less than half the size of a harrower, like harrower looks closer to being the same size as an ISD than to a venator.

Not really a fan of most of the Sequel Trilogy ships since they’re just Galactic Civil War era ship variants with minimal changes. I do however appreciate and would like to see more of: - The Intersystem Transport Ship from Rise of the Resistance. I liked how it’s basically a drop ship version of the Tantive IV (both in terms of design and role in story of getting captured) - While I’m really not a fan of the Resistance cartoon, I did think all of Ace Squadron’s ships were nice designs that felt like a proper evolution of Star fighters after 30 years. The Fireball in particular reminds me of an X-Wing without being an X-Wing

4:14 Defender design reminded me of spacecrafts from 1987 cartoon StarCom, Especially the cockpit canopy design similar to StarMax Bomber's canopy.

I love the Tie Striker, RO designs are simply so great

Haha itsa my time! The T-6 Shuttle is one of my favorites. The flying wing, the detachable cockpit to an escape pod, the look of it is so different, I love it! I had the Lego version as a kid and i loved it, I want to get another one just to build it again. It was fantastic

this series is epic! am now subscribed

To its credit, the TLJ shuttle has the best hyperdrive in the galaxy. It can go literally 2/3 of the way across, from Crait to Cantonica and back, in 18 hours. The previous fastest ships in the galaxy would have taken weeks to make that trip. I agree with you on the Pursuer class (Slave II). It's _good_ ugly. Like that old promo for the Scion xB-Cons: Boxy, ugly, people will stare. Pros: Boxy, ugly, people will stare.

I laughed way to hard at 3:11 LoL.

The ships of Traveller (a TTRPG that started in the 70's) would be fun to both see dunked and praised

This was great 😂

The worst thing about all of these ships is you don’t get to enjoy eating Vite Ramen in zero gravity inside them.

It would be cool to see you do this for some other sci fi craft as well. Warhammer 40k, Star Trek, Command and Conquer, doctor who come to mind

3:10 good God dude I about spit out my coffee lmfao

It's okay that Slave II looks awkward and janky because it's explicitly a temporary backup until he could get something better 😂