Board Thread:Game Updates/@comment-3502824-20171207155334/@comment-28358541-20180110024002

Zuikaku and Musashi, I don't think they'll be -that- essential. its either for Routing or Damage. But Zuikaku isn't 'super common' like the other 4 main CVs.

I can see them saying "On hard Mode on E-X, you'll need 3 CV(L) from Ozawa's Fleet, On Easy, 1."

So while my Zuikaku is Ring'd, my Chitose only leveled up to her Kai Ni today. My Chiyoda is in the low-to-mid 70's.

So I don't think Zuikaku herself will be that critical. Now Akashi!

Let's say the only plane that can escort your Land Based bombers are some Type21(Skilled). Upgraded via Akashi might be the only way you'll make effective use of those escorts! Aside from trying to get Seaplane fighters, there's so much equipment that could be improved via Akashi.

You might just bulldoze your way around any Zuikaku specific requirement. If you need her for one boss, or use Akashi-improved equipment on every map? Improved Radars, Daihatsu, Battleship Guns, Ducky Guns, Torpedoes....the use for Akashi will aid in preparing for the event.

Let's also talk about her passive repair facility saving Time and >>BUCKETS<<. The Event might come down to buckets and if you blitz an Akashi up to Kai, that's like two more drydocks for lightly damaged vessels. Akashi's utility is unmatched. Zuikaku and Musashi might be great weapons to use against your opponents in the next event, but Akashi is an entire arsenal!