http://www.spaceempires.net/forum-57.html Latest 25 posts on the SpaceEmpires.net forums. en-us admin@spaceempires.net admin@spaceempires.net Rads are still redlined, but the crisis should be over for now.]]> Sat, 05 Feb 2011 21:53:34 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62970.html#62970 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62970.html#62970
(OOC: I'm not annoyed - it's not as I don't have resources, I've been building up stocks as much as is practical. Also, it's not really big mistake, and we all make mistakes, especially when starting out)]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 20:20:39 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62742.html#62742 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62742.html#62742
Be sure to get that cash moving quickly tho. It'll all be flowing back in this turn.]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 19:32:46 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62740.html#62740 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62740.html#62740
TBH I was just putting on the thunderous rage because I thought it was in charecter.

Thanks alot.]]> Sat, 29 Jan 2011 19:53:42 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62724.html#62724 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62724.html#62724 You will have next week to figure out what to do with the excess funds, whether that is to pay it back early, or loan it out to a third party, or spend it... whatever works :)]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2011 20:07:10 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62618.html#62618 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62618.html#62618
As can be seen, the forces in the region are not the largest, and work is being performed to resolve that. However, I feel that it is a capable grouping that could greatly assist the region, should a vigorous and imaginative person lead it.

The contract would be the same as the current one held with the FWSN:

-DCI provides all vessels, fighters and troops (if necessary). Maintenance is paid for by DCI, with 10% of maintenance paid to the contracted mercenary, as operating costs.

-DCIM fleet will remain in designated system, with exceptions for empty carriers collecting fighters. DCI may also grant wider, multi-system regions, or allow for the most of the fleet to join other combat fleets for limited times.

-Contracted mercenaries can purchase fighters from other Companies or System Lords, as long as items are below 120% of production cost (and fall in to the DCIM fighter complement guideline - DCI can grant a waiver on this), and DCI will reimburse when notified. Ship purchases must gain assent from DCI first.]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2011 06:35:03 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62589.html#62589 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62589.html#62589 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopict-7829.html]]> Sun, 23 Jan 2011 11:15:56 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62532.html#62532 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62532.html#62532
I would be interested in insurance, otherwise I will probably roll some of my present resources into science Infanite storage temporarily...]]> Sun, 23 Jan 2011 05:41:09 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62525.html#62525 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62525.html#62525 Any excess would then get repaid temporarily.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:32:08 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62452.html#62452 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62452.html#62452
The loan is aimed at propelling Southeastern into the relm of large scale profitability, and to insure that Dynacorp does not suffer from spoilage.

I think it is quite clear that the contract was a loan of resources, not a loan of resource & storage capacity, otherwise it would not have referenced DCI spoilage. It is also consistent with the financial strategy of the past several months - extending 'virtual' storage capacity by opening storage accounts with other organisations, or by offering low-nil interest loans.

Perhaps it should also be pointed out that this spoilage is just as bad for me, as it is 'my' resources that have been lost.

A shame really - if I had found that sufficient storage capacity was not on hand, then I would not have transferred the resources, as current internal storage capacity is still below 50%.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 08:57:16 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62449.html#62449 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62449.html#62449
NGOs, as you should have been made aware, utilize a shared pool of storage space which comes from both federal worlds and a modest tax on storage space.
Such storage fluctuates month to month as facilities are built and scrapped around the empire, and although it does generally go up, like the stock market, there is no guarantee of that.

There is a system in place for automatic spoilage insurance and overdraft protection, in which excess resources are temporarily transferred to or from another account, but I was not made aware of any such agreement in order to enter it into the system.

There are reasonable ways to resolve the problem, but its best to get all the info before deciding which way to go.]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2011 17:59:47 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62424.html#62424 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62424.html#62424
Southeastern logistics officials were shocked this month when our officials attempted to access proprietory storage facilities we had earmarked for the DCI loan. To their, and our, shock we had been barred from the premisis. To add insult to injury, our officials were not even given an appropriate rational for this forclosure, as such out remaining overstressed facilities have seen significant spoilage in both our organics and radioactives stockpiles.

Southeastern hereby demand to the congregation that we recieve a rational for this arbitrary forclosure, and more importently that we are giving a timetable regarding the inevitable further forclosures. what quantity of proprietory storage will a corporation be entitled to next month? and the month after?

Natanial Igbow, CEO of Southeastern Logistics]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:45:49 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62421.html#62421 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-62421.html#62421
At least the planets in their path have fighter defences, but we need faster action, especially from the FWSN - either by their inherent assets, or by rapidly gathering the DCIM elements in to a proper fleet.]]> Tue, 16 Nov 2010 13:27:20 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-61034.html#61034 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-61034.html#61034
Zastaver, what kind of offensive units - bombers, or assault ships? Keep in mind that carriers will not help as much, given the paucity of desired fighters.

I will examine my newly updated ships in the next month, and see if I can modify them for faster production. A growing need will also be designs modified for BSY production, as their needs are different from planetary ones.]]> Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:08:38 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60950.html#60950 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60950.html#60950
consider this official authorization to put them in the back of the Qs]]> Wed, 10 Nov 2010 22:38:17 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60948.html#60948 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60948.html#60948
I don't really have any "extra" yard capacity. All yards are building something for someone. I can prioritize construction, for example I can stop building fighters at Pembrook VII and build PD ships, if you prefer. If the Navy can wait on its repair ships then I can start building more PD ships when I finish delivering the Navy's Gnat PD ships. I have a few ships that I need to build for NE Defenses for our Privateer contract. I should have those done in a couple of months.

Pembrook II will open up in a month or two, with some ebuild time available. I have also issued orders for Huju colonies to begin building units for the war effort. They are currently building units for DCI.

(OOC: I'm away from home at a public computer, so I'm relying on memory. Sorry if anything is inaccurate.)]]> Wed, 10 Nov 2010 18:58:17 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60947.html#60947 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60947.html#60947
Now, I've noticed an increase in Pembrook fighter production - is this for the large DCI-HB contract? If so, then we need to find other excess capacity, as the local DCIM fleet will need fairly large quantities of PD ships just to get. Gnat IIIs, along with new Kowloon IIIs (design available in the next month), will be needed in the short term, so any extra capacity in Pembrook or Kartogia will be needed.

Unfortunately the majority of the fighters in Mveloem do not fit with the DCIM fleet doctrine, only the few Telelance bombers and perhaps Skirr interceptors being needed.

The new Obols will hopefully ease the pressure on construction of Assault ships.]]> Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:18:13 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60936.html#60936 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60936.html#60936
I can transfer all fighters currently in Commerce Ports, but ground based fighters in Mveloem are for local defense and cannot be sold; however, any fighters at Kartogia II are ready for immediate transfer. I'll be sure to keep my commerce ports fully stocked. I also still have fighters to build for the Navy under contract.

I think the best battle tactic is to drain the Phong fleet's supplies.

I've ordered my design bureau to create a low cost, highly automated ship to drain enemy supplies. These ships will attack the phong fleet every turn. Given the number of missile ships the Phong have, they will expend huge amounts of supplies destroying them.

Once the Phong run low on supplies they will be easy prey. You never know, they may also withdraw on their own so they can resupply.

I would prefer not withdrawing our forces from Iditarod. I actually think we should attack Iditarod III immediately. I feel we can't beat the Phong if we retreat every time they attack.

I also recommend updating all of our existing designs. New model DUCs and Missiles are now available.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2010 11:35:48 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60886.html#60886 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60886.html#60886
I am also prepared, for at least until I decide that there is no longer a critical defence issue, to declare a voluntary Mobilisation. This would enable the FWSN to do the following:


DCI Mobilisation

1- Take large, multi-year loans from DCI for the purpose of purchasing goods for the defence of Mveloem.

2- Any ships sold to the FWSN (not being issued for FWSN control under contract, such as my NW fleet) for the defence of Mveloem can be paid for in multi-year installments. Note: I am not expecting much use of this.

3- Any fighter on a DCI colony in Mveloem can with transferred to any FWSN carrier or cargo ship, with either a long term payment, or their being returned in a timely fashion after the emergency is over. Fighters destroyed during that time would only need to be paid at-cost, and even then at multi-year repayment rates. Note: The other mandatory part is that there be a public listing of fighters taken.

I was also considering the start of a complex of Obol base space yards, though I am open to calls for specific ships or fighters to be built instead.

I would also feel a lot more comfortable with the defence needs if my colleague Skyburn were to also embrace the second two parts of my mobilisation.]]> Fri, 05 Nov 2010 08:25:23 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60869.html#60869 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60869.html#60869
asfar as a rally point i am making a call for all warship grade assets within 3 jumps of melvoem to be set on a couars to the system and to take up orbit around Mevloem IV. we cannot afford to lose this system and the FWSN will be marshaling all reserves to the planet in question within the next few mounths. i must urge the senators not to panic or over react. we need cool rational minds now.


the FSL is open to questions that will be taken here]]> Fri, 05 Nov 2010 04:29:59 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60861.html#60861 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60861.html#60861
I have a large stock of fighters available, and additional carriers that can be added to the DCI-FWSN contract, all I wait for is to be contacted. We also need to work out a common marshalling point, one within the system - we cannot withdraw.

Truth be told, the defenses held up better than can be expected, given the majority of the carriers and fighters were either obsolete or obsolescent.]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2010 07:07:20 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60835.html#60835 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60835.html#60835 http://imagemodserver.dyndns.org/other/MM/SE4/committeeIV/PBC_phong_attack_mveloem.gif

Naval command was unavailable for comment.]]> Wed, 03 Nov 2010 22:41:30 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60832.html#60832 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60832.html#60832 2419.1
Volume 1




Trading basics
How to survive and prosper in a free market

The forces at work driving the market can be vague and confusing, but do not fear; keep a few basic points in mind, and you'll be moving up in the world.

1) Have a budget decided up front
Just like gambling, know how much you want to spend, and don't go over your limit. A good rule of thumb is to spend the top 25% of your storage, and save the rest.
2) Resources that would have spoiled are pure profit.
When you have run out of storage, you're stuck in a use-it-or-lose-it situation. The risk is zero, so spend it freely. Even if it causes you to spoil some other resource, you haven't lost anything.
3) Don't worry about how much profit other people are making.
This is one of the easiest and subtlest mistakes to make. Do not pass up a deal that is good for you just because the other guy is making a profit. In any good trade, both parties will come out with more personal value than they put in.
4) Before posting a sell offer, check the opposite offers
Middlemen are constantly trawling the market for offers that violate this rule. Consider that you may be able to buy the resource for less than you were going to sell for! If you are about to sell Organics for Science at a price of 50, make sure there is no Science being offered for Organics at a price of 200 or less.
5) Take it easy, and don't rush or panic.
Making a rushed purchase is the easiest way to get ripped off. Plan ahead, and know what you will need to buy and sell in advance.
Selling will generally net you a better return than buying, but selling takes time.
6) Undercutting happens. Don't stress out over it.
Other offers that undercut yours are inevitable; expect them and don't worry. You can do the same thing back, and if the bidding gets too low, you can turn around and buy instead of sell!
To help avoid getting undercut, make your initial offer a good deal, and diversify your asking price into the other resources if you have storage available.
When deciding what is a good deal, consider the opposite offers. If Science is selling for 200 minerals, you should ask for a bit more than 50s when selling your minerals.




Knowing your Market Indexes
Surplus / Capacity Ratio

This issue's focus is on the Surplus/Capacity Ratio, which is a powerful indicator of the supply and demand pressures being exerted on a given Resource. Capacity is simply the excess Storage available; or how much empty warehouse space is available for that Resource. Surplus is simply how much of that month's Production is left over after taking away what was spent this month. Now divide the Surplus (or Deficit, if Spending was more than Production) by the Capacity, to get the Surplus/Capacity Ratio, which inversely reflects market demand*. It is commonly represented as a percentage. Multiply this by -1 for convenience. Now the higher above zero the ratio, the more demand to buy the resource; the farther it is below zero, the more demand to sell.
*Note that if Spoilage is occurring, then the Capacity is zero. One cannot divide by zero, implying that there is NO demand to buy the resource at all. No one wants it**.
**Not absolutely true but close enough; a minority of regions may be spending more than they generate. Prices will still plummet, as the supply has a marginal cost of zero.




Facility Profitability Report
Do you have radioactive money sinks in your backyard?

Based on current market prices and productivity per facility, a resource extraction facility requires a minimum planetary value before it becomes more profitable than a science lab:2419 Breakeven Points
[*:aef9553d5a]Minerals: 120%
[*:aef9553d5a]Organics: 143%
[*:aef9553d5a]Radioactives: 191%





Current Market Analysis
Radioactives warming up

Spending is finally catching up to resource Production thanks to a number of new planetary projects and the completion of increasing numbers of BSYs in the frontier. Across the board, Spending has increased faster than Production for the last 3 months.
The increased Spending, together with the roughly 6,000,000 combined storage capacity that was added since 2418.0 has managed to staved off overall Spoilage in all resources for over a year.
Of the three, Radioactives is in a particularly interesting situation; it's S/C ratio has risen to -0.76%, and looks to cross into positive values in the very near future.
Savvy traders should look to purchase Radioactives before the market reacts to the expected deficit spending.




DumbLuck's Long term forecast
Sell Minerals, Organics. Hold Radioactives.

Demand for the three core Resources has begun to show signs of life. The bad news is that this resurgence in demand has been, at least in part, artificially stimulated by dumping vast amounts of Resource Storage into the system, and that cannot be continued indefinitely. The good news is that Spending is starting to catch up with Production, and while it is too early to call that a trend, it is definitely a step in the right direction. Assuming Spending continues to gain ground on Production, I expect the three core Resources to gain in value against Science sometime in the early to mid 2420s, possibly even as early as late this year.


This issue has been brought to you by our esteemed sponsors; FII & BSJ]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 18:48:34 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60662.html#60662 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-60662.html#60662
For the time being, Fii's military wing, Fortuitous Incursion deterrent and Intrusions (FIdI, for short), is focusing it's attention on the West. This is due mainly to CEO dumbluck's time at FI&I, where he gained an intimate knowledge of the military status in the region. However, job requests from the east will not be turned away out of hand.

Please direct all job requests to one of our [url=http://www.spaceempires.net/messages-post-1821.html]representatives.]]> Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:15:49 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-59521.html#59521 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-59521.html#59521
As you all know, I was reluctant to take control of the remnants of Hermes and Darkstar. It took away time from my job as CEO of Fii, which has suffered for the loss. Furthermore, I had little knowledge regarding several key aspects of a SL's job, particularly the military aspects of the job. But the Federation needed me, and I answered the call. My first few months in my new job... were not pretty. Orders were botched, ships incorrectly stationed, facilities poorly placed. But I learned from my mistakes. I grew into my tasks, and learned which facilities the people needed. I learned how to balance resource production with expenses. And I learned how to form the infrastructure needed to support a strong defense.

I learned other things, as well, like the importance of having the right military hardware to perform the missions you need done. I learned a lot about that from my hired Military Adviser, Prophet. Dragonstar's expert did more than just tell me what was needed; he taught me how to determine that for myself. Sadly, Prophet has been lost to us for far too long. We have yet to discover what went wrong, but he was taken from us when the Federation needed him most.

In the end, I think I did a decent job as a System Lord. FI&I, now RTC, is well on it's way to solvency, and it's defenses have been greatly bolstered. It is with a heavy heart that I leave this job. I have learned to love it. But now, I embark on a new adventure. Fii suffered some for my absence, but it is by no means hurting. I still managed to make significant gains for the owners of FMMF shares. Fii has enough money for my next project: Fortuitous Incursion deterrent and Intrusions (FIdI, for short), a defense contractor. I learned early on as a SL that having a Mercenary is invaluable, and we seem to have a severe supply shortage in that respect. And when Demand outstrips Supply, there is Profit to be made!

More details regarding FIdI will be made available in the near future. But for now, let us all welcome Kyraa as the newest SL of the Forum Federation. May his people prosper and his borders expand!]]> Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:27:21 GMT http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-59367.html#59367 http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-59367.html#59367