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I don't think Zodd's idea would work easily, because the game is so customizable. Designs that were awesome in testing might become stinky depending on mods. Then everyone would complain about the AI designs. You'd have to have a file with AI designs, and mod it every time you made a mod to the tech. The original idea of this topic was a good one, although it would be better if the AI concentrated on beating the best ships of its current main competitor/enemy.