[mac5732]

I like the idea of different style ships, but, can't we already do some of that now with what we have? Example take a CA load up on weapons, no armor or shields, more weapons but also more vunerable, etc. However, you could add speed specs for specific type designed ships, example again, take the CA, since it has no heavy armor or shields, it could be possible to add extra engines for a cost. It would have speed but no armor, or even be able to add engines IF you cut back on the amount of weapons, base it on weight/space. this would give you something similiar to what I think you mean, I like the idea, would have fast but vulnerable ships as well as heavy slower powerful ships and those in between. good idea

just some ideas mac