Damage Type Recommendations by Target: Shield Tanked Ships (T2/T3): Explosive is generally the best damage type, followed by Kinetic. Armor Tanked Ships (T2/T3): EM is generally the most effective damage type to pierce armor. General/Mixed Targets: Thermal damage is often considered a reliable default in PVP, though EM and Explosive are also highly favored. NPC Rats: Most NPCs are weakest to Thermal, except for Angel Cartel (Explosive/Kinetic). Kill: Litwa (Caracal Navy Issue)