What turn are you in?
If I understand this map your Galaxy (cluster) exits from X2 left.
Your position looks good, lets see what’s outside your galaxy, see what races are out there that may want to enter trade with you. All races trade at 2 for 1 and do not like frequent trades (merchant races more flexible here
Race trade is more profitable then the Trade center...
(Scout hull: basic bridge, Basic life support, crew qtrs., 2 efficient engines and 2 Supply storage bays)
A tanker or two beyond X2 can resupply your scouts
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Now that I see your map abort my suggestion on were to place mines and sats earlier, I misunderstood your position.
[ March 09, 2003, 00:25: Message edited by: JLS ]