Sliverine -> RE: On Resupply Ships. (5/4/2010 9:41:48 AM)
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A resupply ship is more or less simply a movable self-refueling base. Given that it is about as well defended and shielded (at least originally) as a small base, can move around AND can refuel itself and any needy ships, its pretty much a cornerstone of any fleet and therefore, pretty much justifies the cost. You can always resort to making a network of gas mining stations with loads of docking bays at strategic intervals as an alternative to the resupply ship but that will still not be as convenient as one resupply ship and not to mention, you have to fly your constructors all over the shop to make said stations which will take time. You are paying alot for one resupply ship but the associated benefits such as time, convenience, mobility and mouseclicks that you manage to save or that come with it are well worth the cost.
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