Fuel Rats - Rescue

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes during a refueling rescue with the Fuel Rats? Check out our 2000th rescue, which I've added commentary for and provided an overlay of the #FuelRats IRC channel for you to see the coordination that goes on for a rescue.
More details and discussion can be found on reddit:
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Want to learn more about the Fuel Rats? Check out fuelrats.com
Want to see more of my work? Check out my website: mattoco.com
Audio:
"Call of the Shadows" by Stone McKnuckle
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"Call of the Shadows" by Smokazzi
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VFX by Amitai Angor AA VFX
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This video was created using assets and imagery from Elite: Dangerous, with the permission of Frontier Developments plc, for non-commercial purposes. It is not endorsed by nor reflects the views or opinions of Frontier Developments and no employee of Frontier Developments was involved in the making of it.

[@ORYG1N]

The narrator has the perfect voice for it. This guy should be on the radio! :)

[@Jesses001]

+ORYG1N - Variety Gaming Channel He sure does have a smooth voice.

[@Life-tastic]

ORYG1N he makes it sound so epic to be a fuel truck.

[@jeremyhyde2328]

Agree 100%. This guy's voice is awesome.

[@darylsebastian1289]

I thought it was William Strife aka Linkthe1st

[@randoldrangsholt2292]

This guys voice tho!

[@squiffy1013]

This has got to be one of the best "unscripted" player setups in any game I've played. The way you've carved a position into the huge game universe that was never intended by FD is amazing. It would be fantastic if Frontier somehow managed to acknowledge you more than just putting you in the newsletter (like creating you're own decal that would only be given out to Fuel Rats). Here's to the next 2000 fuel runs!

[@57thorns]

There are now in-game adverts for the fuel rats (I saw one today), but not many people look at the ads anyway. And I know they do have a ship decal as well. But this is four years on from your comment, and the rats are still hard at work saving commanders one limpet at a time.

[@Dirtbag-Hyena]

@@57thorns That's awesome. They deserve it. And this guy deserves a job at National Geographic for voice over work.😉✌🏼

[@fox111qc]

Once we where blockading a system and on of those rats came in, claiming to be heading to the station to get his refuiling ship for an emergency call. We led him trough the blockade safely just because Fuel Rats are awsome!

[@RadLockRecursion]

We always appreciate the respect for the work we do! I know I was stopped by a CODE blockade once in Cemiess on my way back from a rescue--since I had some residual limpets, I handed out what I could and went on my way! imgur.com/zX0KDfy

[@Omnidestrophic]

CODE is always shit

[@foxygaming126]

CODE in EvE is also shit lmao

[@trickydicky2594]

Rats always get top Priority

[@JoPOW7]

I don't actually think it's physically possible for that narration-voice to be more epic, which is fitting to the equally epic work of the Rats!

[@VladiMatt]

Seriously, you need to narrate stuff professionally. Your voice is silky smooth, man.

[@SavageSalad69]

I could see him narrating videos for off road truck equipment, like Rough Country

[@TlalocTemporal]

It reminds me of Rocket, in Lego Drome Racers.

[@ThefamousMrcroissant]

The heroes we need but don't deserve

[@ssjsjb]

Been extremely lucky as far as fuel is concerned. Thought I was going to have to call the Fuel Rats after being cornered at two different stars by npc pirates. Ended up on fumes at an unscoopbale star in a cluster of unscoopables. Was down to about a three light year jump range on my tanks. Then remembered a Fuel Rat saying I saw awhile ago. Dont panic you waste air. After I calmed down I started targeting stars until I found one that was scoopable and in range just barely. So I credit the Fuel Rats for getting me out of that one alive and well. So thank you for all you have done and will do directly and indirectly.

[@larsmuller97]

Not all heroes wear capes. i have so much respect for the job you guys do.

[@themichealharris]

When I first heard of the fuel rats I thought they were an NPC thing, but once I learned that they were all players, and that they did this for free, I was pretty amazed at how great of a community ED has. Keep up the good work!

[@Myname-il9vd]

fuel rats have got to be some of the coolest people out there, not only did they make 911 in space but they made it in a coordinated way that actually means most commanders are rescued, that’s super cool

[@Gennady26]

I have no words to say thanks that you rescued me once 48 jumps from home. You are awesome

[@tonyransom3848]

It's the fuel rats that restores my faith in humanity sometimes. I have never played this game but some day I will and I'm at ease knowing they are out there. o7 thank you Rats.

[@staticmetalxbl]

I'm "new" (lots of hours but still only scratched the surface) to ED. Found it on XB1. The more I've learned and researched over the last couple months the deeper I get involved in this game. The Fuel Rats, by far, have to be one of the coolest damn things and communities within any game and gaming community. To me, it brings even more immersion to the galaxy and each instance whether I play in open or solo. P.S. the narrator needs to record a demo and try to get into voice overs. What a legend.

[@HaloFTW55]

It's been years and I've only started playing half a year ago. Fuel Rats should really get 50 mil per rescue, saving players from accidents (that sometimes isn't of their own doing) is a noble cause.

[@davecrupel2817]

And now the Fuel Rats have achieved their 100,000th rescue! Congradulations, boys!

[@joseph1981]

Recently got saved by CMDR Elysiumchains after I ran out of fuel on my way through an access corridor while rushing back to a station to refuel. I send him my regards.

[@manacolt9037]

I was fortunate enough to have had a friend advising me when I started Elite, the first piece of advice I was given was to never fly without a fuel scoop. Of course, I still almost ran out, after leaving the starter systems in my cobra. I made it to my home system with like 6% fuel, and my internals cooked pretty good

[@meoka2368]

Soooo glad these issues have been addressed.

[@catherder6552]

You guys are absolute champions, The FuelRats saved me when I was new and stupid and didn't know a fuel scoop from my asshole. The best most friendly players in the game.

[@shaikhmanal]

This is better than most TV commercials.

[@tanvaras9961]

Thumbs up Fuel Rat. Hero's of Elite: Dangerous!

[@cdhrtsc]

This is honestly the coolest realistic video game job i've ever seen. kudos!

[@Razgriz6464]

I've yet to need a fuel rat in my travels, but thankfully there are fellows such as yourself who do this out of the kindness of your heart. Good luck and Godspeed in all your future endeavors fellow commander.

[@GunnerRA155]

You guys, and people like you are what make this community so great!

[@safe-keeper1042]

When you're new to the game (presumably, since they said they'd learned their lesson) and run your ship out of fuel, and you end up on KZbin as the Fuel Rats' 2000th rescue. Must feel pretty awesome.

[@dr.funkenstein9790]

I almost called you guys the other day. Thank you for being there!

[@janmethner]

It`s great what you are doing. I stranded once in my Eagle Mk.II but I didn`t know about the Fuel Rats at that time. Now I got a fuel scoop in all my ships to be able to help myself. ;-) Fly safe, Fuel Rats!

[@Wylie288]

+janmethner a fuel scoop does not mean you will never run out of fuel you coud come across a string of non scoopable planets and get trapped there

[@ekkkkkknoes]

The fuel rats is probably the best thing ever to come out of any gaming community

[@ryzer81]

I've been rescued tonight by these guys and all I can say is they're fantastic! So friendly and fast to your position, as a new player the advice he gave me and help was second to non, thanks guys. subscribed :)

[@Swidhelm]

The voice over was very polished, and professional.

[@89BlackGatomon]

This guys are seriously saints ♡

[@VeronicaVenatrix]

First of all: I love what you're doing and hope you keep doing it. I haven't needed your services yet as I ran out of fuel once in the beta and have gotten very proficient in the use of a fuel scoop, but if I ever do I'm glad you're there. Second of all: Great voiceover. :D Third of all: I love the fact you're using a Raptor: Call of the Shadows remix.

[@RadLockRecursion]

The triple threat! I was definitely feeling some Raptor this week, so Stone McKnuckles' jam fit the bill (though there's a good chunk of shreddage I set aside for a future combat video), with the slower electronica of Smokazzi's mix having good pacing for the outro.

[@VeronicaVenatrix]

Yeah, I always use the mnemonic KGB FOAM to remember the classes of star you can refuel from.

[@VeronicaVenatrix]

Quick! To the landing pad! ;)

[@Guinters]

they have come through for me before seriously awesome group of people

[@anthonystark69]

this is honestly one of the coolest things! the gaming world needs more people like you!

[@MorganHenstridge]

I have heard of the FuelRats and the great service they provide the community, but this was great to actually see it in action. Hope I never need your services, but it is comforting to know you guys are out there :)

[@compmanio36]

I salute you and your fellow rats, good Sir. You saved my friend yesterday and I'm sure someday I'll need you guys too. Might have to join your ranks myself. You make a daunting and challenging game for noobs a little less intimidating to step into and explore.

[@01ZombieMoses10]

This is one of the highest quality videos I've seen in a long time; In the best way possible: content. Fancy intros and great editing are no substitute for a solid script and excellent delivery.

[@locutusofborg6398]

I wonder has there ever been a time were a fule rat needed a fule rat because it ran out of fule lol 😅😅

[@avaren7660]

Mom Police there have been, on the same day as this rescue as well! (Although the rat in question was brand new)

[@Metatr0n]

Wasn't there the case where a fuel rat broke the official distance record by saving the former record holder?

[@jeremyhyde2328]

I don't play this game currently but this is awesome that there's a player group that does this. Keep up the good work!

[@TrikeSquadron]

Have never needed your service... but give you a big thumbs up for your work! If some day I need rescue I know who to call!

[@LowScoreLoser]

These guys rock! I almost needed their help once when I ran into a patch of nonscoopable stars. After that I always make sure my route has types A,B,F,O,G,K,Y applied to my route in the Galaxy map.

[@ChikinMoose]

Fix your routing. Class Y star is a brown dwarf and unscoopable, you probably meant class M. Use the following examples to remember main sequence stars (scoopables) KGBFOAM or OBAFGKM (with the phrase "Oh Be A Fine Girl Kiss Me").

[@BoiledOctopus]

These guys are great - got saved today with depleting oxygen. Thanks chaps!

[@Toastclaimer]

Lost about 2mil credits once because of a fuel loss, before I knew about these guys. Wish i have know there was people actually willing to rescue people.

[@oliverb.7860]

This is pretty awesome. A game should encourage people and the community to find their own goals in the game.

[@cyetmar86]

Mass respect for what you guys do!!!!

[@starfleetau]

Some of the best guys on E:D, Nothing worse than being stuck with no fuel in the early game stages or even the later.. Watched you guys from the start of the Fuel Transfers being back in .. you rock!

[@ghostofonyx777]

I was rescued as well. I was in my Python and didn't have much money. All but life support was shut down to preserve the reserve fuel and the cockpit was frozen over. I heard that jump from supercruise and I was amazed. I have many ships and much money for emergencies now and most of them have fuel scoops. I learned a good lesson that day. XD

[@LilSayo]

what a great voice you have and you narrate everything perfectly

[@huhumata]

That Raptor: Call of Shadows theme at the end

[@Hebdomad7]

Love the outro music. I've spent many many many hours in bravo sector and shopping for gear at Harold's Emporium. Thanks for your service fuel rats.

[@Holyganker]

Fuel Rats helped me out once. Very professional, (and appreciated) service. Thanks again guys!

[@jn69uk]

Wow! The Fuel Rats are amazing! I salute you all. Appreciate everything you do.

[@Daniel-cs8os]

Fuel rats have just saved me! Thank you guys.

[@jack_k2136]

Nice little demo and explanation of your services. Entertaining to boot!

[@TheKingjames57]

I know this is an old video. but you guys seriously saved my ass last night and I really, really appreciate it. I'd like to give back, so I've considered becoming a fuelrat myself.

[@Dangerousbuzz934]

Glad to see you're still saving lives o7. You've saved mine once. Respect. Commander Kayto Shields, Federal Navy.

[@freakstate]

I dont play this game but I'm down the rabbit hole of Fuel Rats following a Fuel Rat Killer video.... this is totally amazing! What a great thing to do!

[@tr3nta345]

This is awesome, i cant believe all of this was made by players.

[@grotwurksmekshop6607]

This is fantastic information for one like me who looks up to the fuel rat

[@kajeralocse]

This heroic group is one of the best reasons why Elite Dangerous is an awesome game!

[@hobosamurai1175]

Joined the rats recently just waiting for the drill watching vids to get information thank you good sir your voice is beautiful

[@ahhotep1833]

Congrats and Best of luck Fuel Rat!! o7

[@colvinlund1931]

I’m thinking about getting elite dangerous and i think this pushed me over the edge seeing how awesome the community is

[@KooblayKhan]

And now I know about Elite: Dangerous. Thanks for sharing this! Looks pretty interesting. I like adding that extra layer to the game, becoming an organization.

[@takashikamiyama4607]

I once was in a case red scenario. Had 4 rats coming to my rescue. Sadly my oxygen had ran out by the time they got to me but that was my fault because I panicked and didn't log out to the main menu fast enough before contacting the Rats. Anyways, keep up the good work Fuel Rats!

[@avatharbehemoth]

you guys are heroes. the first time i heard about you i thought it was a scam... because IT SOUNDS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE. but it is true!!!! you guys are awesome.

[@TacticalSandals]

What was that sidewinder up to way out there :P

[@NickHunter]

and just... how..? lol

[@miguelsantiago4610]

A wiser fella once said, sometimes you eat the bar, and sometimes, well, the bar eats you

[@whiteplasy6853]

@@NickHunter i have a Sidewinder which can jump WITHOUT engineering 30 LY. (With Guardian fsd Booster)

[@NickHunter]

@@whiteplasy6853 aye, but if you've got guardian FSD booster you've definitely got better ships. I guess my question should have been "why" more than "how"

[@57thorns]

@@NickHunter For a lot of players: because it is there. Want to go to Colonia? Why not use an unengineered Viper? Yes, I have seen people do that. But not without a fuel scope of course.

[@carlerikj]

You are perhaps the coolest thing about this game Fuel Rats, safe travels to you all! (ok, 400 billion star systems is cooler, but the point remains)

[@Sunscreeeen]

i remember getting saved by fuel rats, very professional very quick, very skilled.

[@EthanThomson]

glad to say i've never had to use these wondeful guys

[@stratigangames508]

God bless the rats! Had to make my first call after I jumped into a system with no stations. Super helpful, and super quick.

[@justjovqa7279]

"How kind do you wanna be" Fuel Rats: "yes"

[@Casterborous]

If you are out of fuel, if no one else can help, and if you can find them....maybe you can call the Fuel Rats.

[@DiggeBaggen]

I gladly haven't need the Fuelrats services, but i find it amazing what you guys are doing. Keep up the good work!

[@Zhatt]

That was so weird clicking on a random video and then hearing your voice. Nice video!

[@bongcrusha420]

ive never ran out of fuel but just knowing you are out there makes me feel safe

[@MonstersMustDieX]

Love the work of the Fuel Rats, major thumbs up!! o7

[@ConfusedRaccoon]

This could have been straight off the Discovery channel. Love it.

[@killikhivemind2776]

Radlock...you are still as awesome as ever. Takes me back listening to your speech before my first ServerSmash in Planetside 2

[@jawadhussain1055]

had my first experience with fuel rats today. love what they are doing. keep it up.

[@gu4xinim]

I see you're not posting anymore, hope all is well and thanks for this great content.

[@Protectotron1984]

Video is perfect. NatGeo style perfect. And the music track at the end brought so much memories back.. Thank you for that.

[@ranualfhunter1869]

Great vid, and a GREAT service you provide, especially for new players who don't realise the distance they may have to travel I have only ran out of fuel once, when i bought a new ship and was flying it back to my home system. The jump computer said i could make it, it lied! So my mate fueled me, laughing at my mistake.... i payed him back a few hours later when his FDL ran out, totally... and he had 1 min of life support left. He didn't laugh that time :P

[@edubbdizzle8096]

Im SO EXCITED to see "the fuel rats" in star citizen! Im already a part of "code genesis" but would happily join the rats for Star Citizen!

[@EXPHunterForce]

I bought this game because I heard about the fuel rats. One day I hope to join their ranks!

[@Gibberwocky]

From a pilot who always keeps his fuel in mind, good job on your 2000th rescue. o7

[@henryofskalitz4879]

I honestly think they should add this guys voice into the game as a variant of Covas 😁

[@NomNom951]

Holy shit, i have no clue what you said or what you did but i freaking love it. I want to play now and be a fuel rat, just to help people like you do.

[@ZirconX1]

We have fuel. You don't. Is such a passive agressive way of saying :Ye gon fucked up mate" Lel.

[@shunulu123]

Good to know there are good commanders in the galaxy :) Fly safe commanders and thanks FuelRats!

[@marcbrown5319]

Holy balls This is taking role play to a whole new planet I LOVE IT

[@eaudesolero5631]

great vids well setup and RP'd... and dude you got an awesome voice, I almost don't believe you are an actual player and not some paid voice actor or announcer.

[@simbiote89]

props for the Raptor music

[@agingerbeard]

You guys are HEROES!

[@ebojager]

What a great video. The narrator's voice is fantastic! Very professional.

[@richardwalker5612]

simply outstanding !

[@sirenia755]

there like the AA in space, keep up the good work.

[@AdamDrumm]

Awesome video; great group of guys.

[@jack_k2136]

Can't believe/understand why someone would actually give this a thumbs down review.

[@Zexidous]

A cool thing you guys are doing. Also liked the inclusion of the Raptor music

[@jackzeng7096]

I feel safe already! though I think getting away from a low fuel emergency situation is actually one of the most immersive parts of the game. (dying count as well, but it sucks)