Gear crunch: danger for this game

I think that some of you are missing the point. If you aren't paying competitively, then there is a reason you aren't able to farm gear effectively. I've spent maybe $30 since I started playing, and take 1st daily in both arenas. I use those earnings to buy gear that I need from shipments, as well as energy refreshes to farm salvage.

If you aren't a top tier competitor, then you will receive top tier gear at a slower pace. Some of this gear is difficult to obtain without crystals. Knowing that, you should have been aiming to get the most crystals possible, from the start.

You also have to utilize other forms of currency effectively. I use guild coins on gear more often than not. You can farm enough detonator salavge from the guild store, fleet store, and gear exchange to finish a fully crafted piece in less than a week. If you plan ahead, raid gear is just as easily obtainable as farmable gear (such as cuffs or stun guns). You have to use all of your resources.

Making excuses doesn't rake in gear as fast as making a plan and sticking to it. If you want results, you have to put in the effort.