Sigma Jeria Showcase on Marshal S4 | Phoenix 2

The Sigma apex for Jeria increases the damage of the already-powerful reflex emp from 20 to 30. This apex is possibly one of the best apex forms currently available in Phoenix 2. Two of the top four “meta” ships have this apex form, Jeria being one of them, Shogun being the other. The damage increase from this apex form is enough to fully take out a hull raven. It is a very useful apex form, especially on hull missions. For Jeria, it is not commonly used in shielded missions as the Epsilon apex generally provides more utility, but it is incredibly powerful on hull missions. The aura on Jeria is the vorpal lance. Another powerful ability to add to the arsenal. The main issue from vorpal lance is the rng from invaders lining up. Other than that, it’s a very good ability. The biggest issue with Jeria is the main weapon. Jeria is quite a controversial ship. It is equipped with a powerful kit - high dps shield breaking main weapon, vorpal lance, and reflex emp. The main weapon is tricky to learn and this is where people lose interest in the ship. Luckily, it is a skill attainable with time as it is not random in any way. It is a regular pattern of right left right left etc. There is a very high skill ceiling for this ship which can be intimidating for new players so I would not recommend this ship to those who are not up for a challenge. Personally, this is my most used ship and definitely one of my favourites. I am not against the main weapon since it is in no way random. Difficulty in controlling the main weapon is never rng and is always just a “skill issue” on the part of the pilot. However, I am aware I am one of very few players who enjoys Jeria. Due to all the reasons listed, I have to give Jeria a 9.5/10. I understand if many people disagree with this rating but I think this ship gets more hate than it deserves. I would give it a 10/10 if it had more ease of use and had less rng in the vorpal lance department. The reason why it’s not brought down lower by the main weapon is purely because there is no rng aspect like in ‪@phase7639‬’s favourite ship - saber.