Drake Defensecon 2956 | Invictus Launch Week 2956
Last Updated: April 29, 2026
The second largest event of the year,
Drake Defensecon / ILW boasts in-game events, contests and
more to celebrate the UEE military!
Drake Defensecon / ILW Coming Soon: May 14th - 27th, 2026
- Test-fly over 100 military-themed spaceships for free.
- ILW 2025 featured the launch of the Aegis Idris Frigate. This year, we expect to see the Drake Ironclad (large armored freight), Drake Ironclad Assault (large combined arms), Drake Pitbull (likely a fighter), Aegis Tiburon (large area denial - Hammerhead variant), MISC Starlight (light refueling), Origin M80 (heavy fighter) and the final concept sale for the largest military craft to date: the Anvil Odin Battlecruiser!
- Special-edition vehicle paints and gear.
Tips For New Players: Finding The Convention Center
- Where to go: DefenseCon is currently taking place at the Bevic Convention Center in Area18, ArcCorp (Stanton System). This event offers attendees the chance to browse high-end vehicles, test-fly ships for free, and purchase new additions for their fleet.
- How to get there: Set your initial spawn point to Area18. If you've already selected a different spawn point, be sure to quantum travel to ArcCorp and land at the Riker Memorial Spaceport. Follow the "DefenseCon" signage within the city to the shuttle station. Take the shuttle directly to the Bevic Convention Center.
- Once you arrive: Explore the floor to find various manufacturer displays, highlighting top military ships from various manufacturers. Visit the kiosks in the main hall to rent these ships (and more) for free! There's a daily rotation of free ships for rent, so be sure to visit often (or wait until the finale where the full line-up will be made available). You can find the full manufacturer rotation below.
