players eventually learn that one of the best things a frigate can do is distract
Monitors however, are able to distract such a large group consistently,
try this Afflictor menace :
https://i.imgur.com/gK0FynH.pngBase speed 223 can be further rised by 20% Coordianted maneuvres/Nav Relays. It is nice 275 speed. On top + 50 for no flux speed bonus.
With this speed it can not be hit by any rocket or torpedo. Most ballistic weapons are also too slow. There is only chance to hit for lasers who has long range AND fast turn rate >> something like LRPD laser on capital ship with ITU. Other lasers cant keep target in focus so beam disassemble before it hit target. On top in case of overwhelming firepower, it uses phase. Also set Cautious for "default" fleet behaviour.
I wish Mr. Alex add this build into AI fleet generator, so all of you complaining Monitor, could face real nightmare.
Few of these then add Onslaught with aggressive pilot so you see how proverb " like shooting fish in a barrel" came into life. Opponents would hopelessly try hit or chase Affilctors, meanwhile are consumed by big boy.