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# Spaceships

**Spaceships full guide:** <https://sasorilabs.gitbook.io/spaceships-galaxy-dust-online>

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#### **Ships in Galaxy Dust Online**

Ships are the backbone of *Galaxy Dust Online*, serving as essential assets for exploration, combat, resource gathering, and more. With a diverse range of ship types, roles, and stats, players can tailor their fleets to fit their strategies and objectives.

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**Key Characteristics of Ships**

1. **Types of Ships**:

   * **Miners**: Extract resources from celestial bodies.
   * **Cargo Ships**: Transport resources and assets across the galaxy.
   * **Attack Ships**: Engage in offensive combat missions.
   * **Defense Ships**: Protect fleets and planetary assets.
   * **Exploration Ships**: Discover stars, planets, and uncharted regions.
   * **Ship Carriers**: Transport and deploy smaller ships or structures.
   * **Spy Ships**: Gather intelligence on enemy fleets, resources, and movements.
   * **Racing Ships**: Designed for speed-based missions and events.
   * **Support Ships**: Provide fleet assistance, including repairs or buffs during missions.

2. **Ship Sizes**:

   * **Mini**: Compact and versatile ships for early-game activities.
   * **Fighter**: Agile and fast ships focused on combat.
   * **Frigate**: Balanced ships suitable for mid-level missions.
   * **Commander**: Large, strategic vessels leading fleets.
   * **Starships**: Massive, multi-functional vessels capable of handling various roles.

3. **Attributes and Stats**:
   * **Attack Types**:
     * Kinetic Attack
     * Laser Attack
     * Plasma Attack
     * Ionic Attack
     * Graviton Attack
   * **Defensive Stats**:
     * Shield: Absorbs incoming damage.
     * Hit Points (HP): The ship's overall health and durability.
   * **Speed**:
     * Travel Speed: Determines how quickly the ship can traverse space.
     * Combat Speed: Affects maneuverability during battles.
   * **Fleet Management**:
     * Fleet Capacity: The number of ships the fleet can carry.
   * **Production**:

     * Represents the ship's ability to generate or support resource gathering.

4. **Rarity**:

   * Ships range from common to legendary, with rarity influencing their stats, abilities, and special features.

5. **Fleet Roles**:

   * Each ship has a designated role in a fleet:
     * Exploration: Explore and provide intel.
     * Attack: Focus on high offensive output.
     * Defense: Absorb damage and protect allies.
     * Support: Aid other ships with tools or repairs.

6. **Durability**:

   * Ships have durability that decreases with usage. Consumables like repair kits can restore their condition.

7. **Upgrades and Customization**:

   * Enhance ships using technologies, badges, and consumables.
   * Equip specialized tools or weapons for added capabilities.

8. **Requirements**:
   * Some ships require specific licenses, technologies, or levels to operate effectively.

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**Specialized Ship Types**

* **Spy Ships**: Focus on gathering intelligence about enemy fleets, resources, and movements, offering a strategic edge.

* **Racing Ships**: Optimized for speed, these ships excel in high-paced missions and competitive events.

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**Why Ships Matter**

Ships are not just tools; they are the heart of your journey in *Galaxy Dust Online*. Selecting, upgrading, and deploying the right ships based on their stats and roles will define your success and strategy as a commander.

Next, we’ll explore **how to assemble and manage fleets** to maximize the potential of your ships!