[DirectorTsaarx]

Originally posted by PvK:
I'll do a detailed numeric comparison comparing to others, and probably add higher level Versions as a result.

The system combat bonus is another good one you didn't mention, but there is something else that I consider quite powerful but I think most players don't think of and see/notice is as good as it is.

PvK

Well, the only things left are the "cheaper" Version of the Null-Space Cannon (but with shorter range and less damage), the Shield Accelerators (very high on the temporal tech tree, though), and the quad-damage-to-shields weapon. That Last is the one I like best; fires every round, good range (7 at max tech), the quad damage to shields makes it as powerful as most shield-only weapons against shields, and then it can do normal damage. All in the same space as an Anti-Proton Beam.

Also, I don't usually bother with the combat bonus facility against the AI, because I'm rarely fighting in my own systems...