when do the servers tick on elite dangerous.

In *Elite Dangerous*, the Background Simulation (BGS) undergoes a daily update known as the “tick,” during which faction states and influences are recalculated based on players’ activities. The timing of this tick is not fixed and can vary, but as of late 2023, it typically occurs between 21:00 and 22:00 UTC. citeturn0search2 However, this timing is subject to change and may shift due to various factors. Additionally, once the tick occurs, there can be delays before the updated data propagates across all servers and becomes visible in-game. Therefore, players might notice the effects of the tick at slightly different times. citeturn0search2 For the most current information on tick times, players often refer to community-driven tools like Elite BGS. citeturn0search1
]here is an every thursday tick
Yes, *Elite Dangerous* also has a **weekly server tick** every **Thursday morning at approximately 07:00 UTC**. This is when major changes occur, such as Powerplay updates, some faction state transitions, and maintenance resets.

The **daily tick** (for BGS updates) still happens separately, usually between **21:00 and 22:00 UTC** but can vary.

For real-time tracking, you can check [Elite BGS](https://elitebgs.app/tick).
What tim eis that eastern?
Eastern Time (ET) is **UTC -4** during **Daylight Saving Time (EDT)** (March–November) and **UTC -5** during **Standard Time (EST)** (November–March).

– The **weekly Thursday tick (07:00 UTC)** happens at:
– **03:00 AM EDT** (March–November)
– **02:00 AM EST** (November–March)

– The **daily tick (typically 21:00–22:00 UTC)** happens at:
– **5:00–6:00 PM EDT** (March–November)
– **4:00–5:00 PM EST** (November–March)

Let me know if you need adjustments for a specific date!