First, a moment for the fallen... Alright, that’s enough! You relentless RSI ralliers, you did it - the cosmic capital colossus is champion! Be upstanding for the mighty Polaris. It’s finally time to catch a breath after the most nail-biting, in-fighting, altogether enlightening Showdown yet. That, dear citizens, was one for the ages. Former champions were slain. New metal made its mark. We saw close calls and cakewalks, civil wars and generational feuds, and every conflict was as thrilling as the last.

This tournament’s Final Four ships will receive a limited-edition paint and in-game poster, which will be distributed to all owners of these ships during the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo later this year. The RSI Polaris will receive a collectible in-game championship pennant to commemorate the glory of being this year’s Ship Showdown champion.

And, finally, a huge thank you to the fans. You held those banners high and made your manufacturers proud. Congratulations to those backing the winning boat, and to the losers, there’s no time like the present to start planning revenge. See you at next year’s Showdown, metalheads!