5.2.1 - patch notes

[Chenzo-]

Only thing wrong with the new mining is the density of asteroids that are constantly in the way, and this problem is not solved yet. But I agree with you that mining is supposed to be slower now. But it would be more fun if we could keep BOTH methods in every field.

Asteroids are not a problem to be solved, it is intended. If you don't like the Hegemon the new Archon miner is designed for this, meant to be a bit smaller and nimble to go around asteroids better.

That being said, Hegemon works perfectly fine with Gold, I have made 150m+ on my Hegemon and the asteroids really are not that big of a deal you just have to work around them. If you don't like them it's fine, but it's certainly not a problem.

Thanks for the tip with the Archon, will definitely try that one. But my problem is not the Gold-asteroid size. My humble skills are completely sufficient to circle them in a Hegemon like a nimble bee, but the density of stuff that is simply in the way (aka the rest of the asteroids). No matter how I strafe, around my targets and moving between targets, it is a nightmare. But we had this conversation before, so let's keep it at that. However, I mined Niobium this morning and the efficiency and speed of conventional mining is unmatched and I still mourn for what I lost in Dublin...

How long do you take on Niobium and where/how much do you sell it for? I assume you're speaking of solo here, overall the money for old mining is significantly lower but the Hegemon did help it.

The issue with other asteroids are just not really an issue once you get used to it. They do slow you down, it's part of the hegemons balancing, but you can easily make 2.5mil an hour which is very good.

Yes, the disadvantage of the Arrastra etc. is that you can't really mine alone. Couldn't find the Archon in darkstat, where can you buy that cool looking thing?

it's one of the PoB made ships.

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