Dev Diary #8 ????️
Hello Starminer fans!
We're finally back with another dev diary! Today, we're diving into the modular station system that powers your operations in the cosmos. Each station serves a unique purpose and is essential to surviving, thriving, and expanding in the vastness of space. Let's explore the various station types and their roles in your journey toward galactic domination, following the layout presented by your fleet schematics.
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Mining Ship Station
The Mining Ship Station is the heart of your resource-gathering efforts. This medium-sized ship is armed with Tier 2 mining lasers and equipped with advanced radiators for efficient cooling during prolonged operations. Mining is crucial in Starminer, as the resources you extract from asteroids fuel everything—from repairs and upgrades to building entire new stations. Without a steady supply of raw materials, your ambitions would grind to a halt, making the Mining Ship a cornerstone of your fleet.
Factory Station
Next, the Factory Station is where the magic of construction happens. This medium-sized station is outfitted with a construction bay and towering assembly arms capable of rapidly building smaller stations and structures. Whether you’re expanding your operations, deploying defensive platforms, or repairing damaged infrastructure, the Factory ensures you always have the tools to stay one step ahead.
Firebase Station
When hostile forces emerge, the Firebase Station is your first line of defense. This compact but deadly platform is armed with plasma cannons and missile launchers, offering formidable firepower to fend off enemy incursions. Whether guarding a valuable mining zone or protecting your fleet, the Firebase can hold its own against any threat, ensuring your operations remain undisturbed.
Support Outpost Station
The Support Outpost Station is your logistical hub, a medium-sized outpost designed to streamline resource management and fleet maintenance. It features dedicated storage modules for metals, parts, and water, providing a centralized depot for depositing resources gathered by your mining ships. Additionally, the outpost includes repair facilities to patch up damaged ships, ensuring your fleet stays operational even in the harshest conditions.
Asteroid Base Station
One of the most resource-efficient structures in your arsenal is the Asteroid Base Station, a compact platform built directly into an asteroid. By using the asteroid itself as a foundation, this station serves as an efficient means of resource extraction while providing a sturdy foothold in uncharted regions. These bases are perfect for securing strategic points and creating a lasting presence in areas rich with resources.
Intel Drone Station
The Intel Drone Station is your advanced scouting unit, a smaller ship equipped with high-tech scanners and an Intel HQ module. This station specializes in surveying asteroid fields, identifying the composition of celestial bodies, and locating derelict ships or potential threats. By providing detailed reconnaissance data, it allows your fleet to make informed decisions about where to mine and when to engage—or avoid—danger.
Shield Support Rig Station
Finally, the Shield Support Rig Station ensures your fleet’s survivability during dangerous encounters. This medium-sized ship generates powerful shields that can protect nearby allies, mitigating damage in both combat and hazardous environments. When combined with the Firebase and Support Outpost, this station becomes a vital part of any well-rounded fleet, offering critical defensive support.
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One of the most exciting aspects of Starminer is the ability to merge all these stations into one massive modular base. Combining mining efficiency, defensive strength, logistical management, and construction capabilities into a single hub allows you to create the ultimate spaceborne headquarters. With the right strategy and enough resources, you can build a station capable of dominating the stars and securing your legacy as a true Starminer.
Until next time!
