New 100 ton Free Trader
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GypsyComet
Emperor Mongoose
By hinging the economics on skimming and a robot, you've clouded the picture a bit. Calculate it straight, and note the efficiencies that are available.
AndrewW
Emperor Mongoose
DFW said:
Yes that's the standard assumption. Either way though it still takes time out to get to the gas giant and refuel, and possibly time to refine as well though that can likely be done after departing the gas giant while heading out to the 100d limit.
Without spending this time one could squeeze in more cargo runs.
GamerDude
Cosmic Mongoose
Notes from reading the discussion:
- Not every system has a Gas Giant, so you either have to restrict yourself to systems with one or adjust the plan for those without one.
- No one person, robot, or Imperial Battlecruiser can be everywhere at once.
- Allow time for the book listed regular maintenance. I had a group that did and well... Let's just say after what happened buying a new ship was cheaper than repairing the old one (and significantly safer).
- When are we ever going to finally get "Bouncy Bubbly Beverage flavor # 32" from Friend Computer?
:lol: :? :shock:
- Not every system has a Gas Giant, so you either have to restrict yourself to systems with one or adjust the plan for those without one.
- No one person, robot, or Imperial Battlecruiser can be everywhere at once.
- Allow time for the book listed regular maintenance. I had a group that did and well... Let's just say after what happened buying a new ship was cheaper than repairing the old one (and significantly safer).
- When are we ever going to finally get "Bouncy Bubbly Beverage flavor # 32" from Friend Computer?
:lol: :? :shock:
GamerDude
Cosmic Mongoose
An assumption, but lacking detailed economic data and forecasts covering the totality of the Imperium, I'll accept it.DFW said:
That was A) A more general point <I've had players use very similar statements to run 1,00dTon ships> and B) Part joke.. the Imperial Battle cruiser, pirate activities and someone's ranting about a major taxation revolt in it because the Imperium wasn't sending the entire battlefleet to squash a single pirate, etc. *joke's on me*DFW said:
So, 2 jumps = 2 weeks, + Time to get to your destination once out of jump + time to scoop/refine fuel OR buy unrefined and refine yourself, while getting more cargo, and getting out to safe jump distance... oh fit maintenance in there.DFW said:
a 100dton ship? sure no problem 2 people.. with very little cargo space. Means lots more jumps to make the same money if you're lucky. Bigger ship would substantially increase cargo capacity,hence profit.
BTW Unless MGT is different. I seem to remember that one needs a Steward to be able to take High Passages. I don't believe that you can pass those duties off to the Pilot/Operator.
Also, I agree with GypsyComet. You should show the ships costs not including the Robot or the Gas Giant Skimming. Then show the costs WITH both.
Also, I agree with GypsyComet. You should show the ships costs not including the Robot or the Gas Giant Skimming. Then show the costs WITH both.
GamerDude
Cosmic Mongoose
Andrew kind oh sir of making minor blueprint changes, claiming they are your copyright, and passing them as 'new & original'...AndrewW said:
The requirement is someone who can FILL the steward position, not just another crew member with the requisite skills. Give your highly paid Engineer all the 'Steward' or 'Luxuries' training you want, they are too busy doing their engineering thing to be worrying if the Filet Mignon is properly done & fetching the Grey Pupon.
