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# Domination expeditions

Domination Expeditions are the next step after discovering a star in *Galaxy Dust Online*. They allow players to take control of stars, enabling resource mining, territorial control, and strategic advantages within the galaxy.

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**How to Initiate a Domination Expedition**

1. **Prerequisite**: You must have previously discovered a star through an Exploration Expedition.
2. **Access the Expedition Menu**:
   * Navigate to the **Expedition** section from the main menu.
3. **Select Domination Mode**:
   * Choose the **Domination** option.
4. **Choose the Star to Dominate**:
   * Select the star you have discovered and wish to dominate.
5. **Assemble Your Expedition Group**:
   * Prepare a fleet equipped with ships, astrobots, tools, and consumables suitable for domination and mining.
6. **Deploy the Expedition Group**:
   * Send your group to the selected star to begin domination.

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**Mechanics of Domination Expeditions**

* **On-Site Domination**:
  * Your expedition group will remain at the star, actively dominating and mining resources.
* **Resource Production**:
  * The amount and type of resources mined depend on:
    * **Galaxy Cluster (GC)**: Different clusters yield varying resources.
    * **Dominion Class (DC)**: The class of the star affects resource quality and quantity.
    * **Mining Tools**: The tool equipped influences mining efficiency and the types of resources collected.
* **Dominating Influence**:
  * The more stars you dominate within the same **Star Cluster**, the greater the **stat boosts** you receive. These boosts enhance your fleet's effectiveness and influence in the cluster.
* **Duration**:
  * Domination lasts for a maximum of **24 hours**.
  * After this period, your fleet will automatically return to your base.
* **Travel Time**:
  * Each star has a travel time based on its distance and your fleet's speed.
  * Plan accordingly to account for the time it takes to reach and return from the star.

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**Benefits of Domination Expeditions**

* **Steady Resource Income**:
  * Continuous mining provides a periodic influx of resources throughout the domination period.
* **Strategic Advantage**:
  * Controlling stars strengthens your territorial influence and resource dominance.
* **Loot Acquisition**:
  * The loot obtained is influenced by your mining tools and the specific characteristics of the dominated star.
* **Stat Boosts**:
  * By dominating multiple stars in the same cluster, you gain cumulative stat boosts that enhance fleet capabilities and production efficiency.

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**Tips for Successful Domination**

* **Optimize Your Fleet**:
  * Include a balanced mix of ships and astrobots capable of sustained operations.
  * Ensure your fleet has adequate defenses in case of encounters with hostile forces.
* **Equip the Right Tools**:
  * Select mining tools that match the resources available in the chosen GC and DC to maximize yield.
* **Monitor Asset Durability**:
  * Assets with low HP (10% or less) risk being lost if destroyed. These can become lootable by other players using QMPs.
* **Plan for Travel Time**:
  * Consider the total expedition time, including travel to and from the star, to effectively schedule your operations.

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**Risks and Considerations**

* **Hostile Encounters**:
  * Be prepared for potential attacks during the domination period, which could jeopardize your fleet and resources.
* **Asset Loss**:
  * If your fleet is destroyed, you lose all collected resources and may risk losing assets left with low HP.
* **Fleet Maintenance**:
  * Regularly check and repair your fleet to maintain optimal performance during extended expeditions.

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Domination Expeditions are a crucial aspect of expanding your influence, securing resources, and gaining strategic control in *Galaxy Dust Online*. The added benefit of **dominating influence** encourages players to strengthen their presence within star clusters, making domination a key tactic for success in the galaxy.