Rules of Engagement
Surviving PvP Politics
We are a R.O.E alliance. Meaning we follow S-41 ROE rules. I'll cover them now.
| Zero Nodes | A zero (0) node can be hit. This is a mining node that has zero resources left on it. You do not need to give the player a warning. |
| Over Protected Content (OPC) | If a player is over their protected content when you scan them, you are 100% allowed to hit them. If they are on a mining node, no warning is needed. The mining node does NOT have to also be a 0 node. It's either/or not both. If the player is floating, it is courtesy to give a 3m warning. |
| Floaters | Technically these can be hit. But most are either grinding EXP for their ship, ITEMS for their upgrades and game play, and other thing. It's recomended you kinda leave these people alone. You're going to need to do the same thing one day, and they are going to remember. So, It's your choice. Do you feel like being a prick today? Use Discretion and observation to decern if they are harvesting or just floating in the middle of nowhere. |
| War Time | IF your alliance has openly declared WAR on another alliance. ROE IS SUSPENDED FOR THAT ALLIANCE ONLY. YOU will know an enemy by a red symbol next to thir alliance name in their game tag. Smash them anywhere at any time. LET LEADERSHIP HANDLE THE NEGOTIATIONS. AND STAY SHIELDED. |
| Friendly/Allied Alliances | Do Not Hit Friendly Targets. This game is driven on allies and friends. Eventually you're going to need help from other alliances. It's how the cookie crumbles. So do NOT hit friendly or allied alliances. |
This is a list of alliance Diplomacy Symbols that will display next to a players tags letting you know what our diplomacy is with that alliance. No symbol means we are 100% neutral with that alliance.
- 💜 Allied: A purple heart icon; full non-aggression and mutual support.
- 🖖 Friendly: A purple hand icon; generally leave them alone, don't attack, even if they have unprotected cargo.
- ⚪ Civil: Not a primary target, sometimes cooperate during takeovers.
- ⚠️ Caution: An orange caution symbol; indicates an annoying player or someone to watch.
- 🎯 Unfriendly / Enemy: Red target sign; declared war, can be attacked on sight (KOS).
Research
The Importance Of Research
Research the the #1 most important aspect of the game. It controls everything from the power of the defense of your station, warp speed, specialty ship abilities, and even game features like Away Missions. For this reason it is recomended you upgrade all the research that you can before upgrading your ops level.
Because this is so important to what kind of experiance you will have while playing STFC I HIGHLY recomend buying the extra research ques. If you get them before ops 10 it is a simple $5 after that though it is $20 but still 100% worth it. Not only will this improve the quality of your gaming experiance, it'll suport the developers of the game. It's a win/win.
Understanding Research Paths
Research not only has research sections, those sections have reseach paths. If you are wanting to work on a spacific type of research, let's use warp speed as an example, you click on 'Warp Technology' in the 'Galaxy' Research Section, it is going to have dependancies.
To be able to upgrade this you have to upgrade the dependancies by simply clicking on the "GO" button. Follow this method till you reach a research path node that is upgradable. Repeat this process until you can upgrade your target technology. It's pretty much that simple.
Efficiancy
It is recomended that you use your speed up sparingly throughout all aspect of the game. So when should you use speed ups for reseach? Durring events that give you rewards for gaining power via research or building upgrades, and during event that give you rewards for spending G2, G3, G4, G5 ect. Materials.
I also recomend only using the amount of speedups and G* materials to finish the events and let your research mature naturally when it isn't a benefit to you. This way you never run out of speedies when it matters.
Remember we are in no rush to max out. The game is not going anywhere. I will take 1 ops 30 with maxed out research any day over 5 rushed ops 40s. You are going to get powerful, but be powerful along your road to high ops level too. Don't give anyone who would try a hit you a reason to think "oh look how weak this dude is. let's eat him." I want you to do the scooping, not the one getting scooped.
Upgrading
Stations, Ships, and Efficiency
Upgrading any moduals in your base, and your ships, is pretty simple. You will need Meterials, Resources, and for some buildings/ships special items like Armada Tactical Cores, or Spore Drive Components.
Efficiancy
I know the urge to instantly level your ships/moduals when you can is the ultamate temptation. As Val once said to me, chasing the carrot. But, here like research, there are several events a week where upgrading ships and station moduals give you a good kickback. That said, you want to interconnect as many events to upgrades as you can at one time. For instance, there will be events that happen together like gaining power & spending G* Matrials coinciding. Use these oportunities to your advantage and couple them with upgrades that will achieve the maximum reward output with the shortest material and RSS expendature to complete the events.
TIPS
GAINING POWER: The base modual upgrade that give you the most power is your drydocks and your defense platforms.
G* MATERIALS: The Modual When You Spend The Most G* Materials are your Ops Center, your R&D Department, And the moduals around it. Ships vary from ship to ship so you'll have to swap ships and find the ones most beneficial.
Finding Missions
Where And How To Locate Missions
You would think that the STFC Database is the most efficiant way to find missions. And although it is a very powerful tool, it is NOT the most efficiant way to find missions.
So what is the most efficiant way?
Exploring Systems. Explore every last single system you can, and even revisit them later on as planets with no missions now, may have missions later. Say you're in a system and there are other systems that branch from that system, take the extra couple minutes to visit the systems around it.
You are going to find missions you can accept and take in these systems that are not part of the main questline. Some of the missions lead to mission paths that are very rewarding, open more mission paths, and open systems/locations within the game like special refineries and ships etc.
How And What To Use The STFC Missions Database For
Like I said before, this is a very powerful tool and should come in super handy quite often. There are many many reasons to use it but I will go over a couple with you. Finding missions you may have missed, finding missions with spacific rewards, and finding faction missions.
First, let's set a parameter in the search criteria for warp range to filter out missions you can't accept yet. As illistrated below you want to change the number on both warp fields to your ships maximum warp. Leave the begining number the default 0.
Next we can also filter missions by reward type. Materials, RSS, Officer Shards, BluePrints, etc. We do this with the dropdown higlighted in the image below. This allows you to target missions for spacific rewards/items. This kicks so much ass.
Next we can also target missions via Factions as showing in the photo below.
These parameters can be mixed and matched. The more you use the database the easier it will be for you to manipulate it's results to find exactly waht you're looking for.
🎯 Maximizing Event Rewards
Events in Star Trek Fleet Command are one of the fastest ways to gain resources, speedups, blueprints, officer shards, and premium currencies. Playing them correctly can drastically accelerate your progression.
📦 1. Never Rush — Stack First
Do not immediately spend resources when an event starts. Stockpile speedups, materials, hostiles, and officer upgrades so you can complete multiple events at once.
🔄 2. Double-Dip Whenever Possible
Always look for overlapping events. Smart timing allows you to earn rewards from several events with the same actions:
- 🚀 Ship upgrades during Power Increase events
- 🧠 Research during Research SLB or Spend Events
- 💥 Killing hostiles that count toward multiple objectives
🏆 3. Focus on Milestones, Not Leaderboards
Milestone rewards are consistent and reliable. Leaderboards often favor whales and can drain resources quickly. If you place naturally, great — but never chase ranks at the expense of long-term progress.
⏱️ 4. Time Your Spending
Save large upgrades (ships, buildings, officers) for events that specifically reward those actions. A single upgrade can sometimes complete multiple milestones at once.
🤝 5. Use Alliance Coordination
Alliance events and takeovers are far easier with coordination. Communicate with your alliance to avoid wasted effort and maximize shared rewards.
🚫 6. Know When to Skip
Not every event is worth doing. If rewards are weak or you are low on resources, skip it. Smart skipping is just as important as smart spending.
💡 Rule of Thumb: If an action doesn’t complete an event milestone, it’s usually better to wait.
🛰️ Away Assignments
Away Assignments are one of the most reliable sources of resources, officer shards, and critical materials in Star Trek Fleet Command. While the rewards may seem small at first, long-term consistency makes a massive difference.
⏰ 1. Consistency Equals Progress
Always keep your Away Assignment slots active. Even low-tier missions add up quickly over time, especially for resources and officer shards.
🧠 2. Match Officers to Mission Traits
Assign officers whose traits match the mission requirements. Higher trait scores increase success chance and improve rewards.
🔁 3. Short Missions First
Prioritize shorter assignments when you are active so you can cycle missions more frequently. Save long missions for overnight or offline periods.
🎁 4. Focus on High-Value Rewards
As you progress, target assignments that reward officer shards, uncommon materials, or faction credits rather than basic resources.
🚫 5. Avoid Failed Missions
Failed assignments waste time and officers. If your success chance is low, wait or swap officers instead of gambling the slot.
💡 Rule of Thumb: If an assignment has a low success chance or weak rewards, skip it and refresh when possible.
Where Do I Find It
Key Resources and Items
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🛡️ Free Shields
Base shields are essential for protecting your station in Star Trek Fleet Command. While shields can be purchased, many can be earned for free through smart gameplay and planning.
🎁 1. Daily Assignments & Event Rewards
Shields are frequently included in daily goals, event milestones, and alliance rewards. Always check active events before spending speedups or resources.
🏆 2. Alliance & Takeover Events
Participating in alliance events and territory takeovers often rewards shields. Even partial participation can earn valuable protection.
📦 3. Battle Pass & Free Tracks
The free track of the Battle Pass regularly includes base shields. Make sure you claim these rewards before the season ends.
⏱️ 4. Time Your Shields
Activate shields when you will be offline or unable to defend your station. Avoid overlapping shields to prevent wasted duration.
💡 Rule of Thumb: If you are not actively defending your base, you should be shielded.
🔑 Daily Mission Keys
Daily Mission Keys are a simple way to earn free officer shards. These shards help improve your officers and benefit your alliance overall. There are times when you alliance benefits from you claiming your keys. So do you and your alliance a favor and get into the habit of loging in the scopely store and getting you daily missionkey drop!
🛒 1. Login to the Scopely Store Daily
- Log Into The Scoply STORE.
- Click "Store" Along The Left Side Of The Page.
- The Click The Tab At The Top "Web Gifts."
- Yousr Daily Mission Key Drop Will Be Right There First Item.
- Click Collect.
⏰ 2. Claim Before the Timer Resets
Daily Mission Keys reset every 24 hours. Log in early to avoid missing your free key, especially if you play multiple times a day.
🎯 3. Use Keys Strategically
Save keys for missions that reward the most valuable officer shards or materials. Prioritize completing missions that contribute to multiple objectives or alliance milestones.
🤝 4. Coordinate With Your Alliance
Some missions may require or benefit your alliance. Communicate with your alliance members to maximize the rewards from keys, especially for rare or high-value officer shards.
💡 Rule of Thumb: Log in daily and use keys strategically to steadily grow your officer roster without spending premium currency.
👨✈️ Officer Shards
Officer Shards are essential for leveling up your crew and improving your alliance’s overall power in Star Trek Fleet Command. Acquiring them efficiently will accelerate progression.
🎯 1. Event Rewards
Many events, especially milestone-based events, reward officer shards. Always check which events give shards and prioritize those missions.
🛒 2. Daily Mission Keys
Use your daily mission keys in the Scopely store to earn officer shards regularly. Save keys for missions that reward rare or high-value officers.
💥 3. Away Assignments
Certain away missions provide shards as part of their rewards. Assign the correct officer traits to maximize success and shard yield.
🤝 4. Alliance Contributions
Participating in alliance events or takeovers can earn officer shards. Coordination with your alliance ensures maximum rewards.
💡 Rule of Thumb: Focus on events, daily missions, and assignments that overlap to collect multiple officer shards with minimal effort.
🚀 Ship Blueprints
Ship Blueprints are required to construct new ships and expand your fleet. Collecting them efficiently ensures your fleet stays competitive.
🎯 1. Event Rewards
Look for events that reward ship blueprints as milestones. Focus on completing tasks that give blueprints for ships you want to build.
🛒 2. Scopely Store Purchases
Some blueprints are available for purchase in the Scopely store using credits, keys, or premium currency. Prioritize ships that fit your current fleet strategy.
💥 3. Away Assignments
Certain away missions reward ship blueprints. Assign officers with the right traits to maximize success rates and blueprint rewards.
🤝 4. Alliance Takeovers & PvP
Participate in alliance takeovers and PvP events that provide blueprint rewards. Coordinated attacks often yield rare or high-tier blueprints.
💡 Rule of Thumb: Always check which ships you need and plan assignments/events to maximize the blueprint rewards efficiently.
☠️ WAR
Declaring war in is one of the most impactful actions your alliance can take. War affects your alliance, resources, and reputation across the galaxy. Understanding preparation, rules, and consequences is crucial for survival and success.
⚔️ 1. Declaring War
War is typically declared through alliance agreements or formal declarations. Make sure your alliance leadership communicates clearly which alliances are targets. Uncoordinated war can lead to wasted resources and heavy losses. Confirm the alliance designation has been correctly made.
🛡️ 2. Preparation
- 🛠️ Upgrade Ships & Officers: Ensure your fleet is battle-ready.
- 📦 Stockpile Resources: Speedies and Lat are vital during prolonged wars.
- 🛰️ Recon & Intel: Scan enemy bases to know their defenses.
- 🤝 Coordinate with Allies: Share target lists.
- 🕒 Time Your Attacks: Hit enemy stations when they are offline for maximum effect.
💥 3. Engagement Rules
During war, the Rules of Engagement (ROE) are suspended for the target alliance:
- 🎯 All enemy players can be attacked on sight (KOS – Kill On Sight).
- 🚫 OPC (Over Protected Content) rules do not apply for the enemy alliance.
- 💣 Mining nodes and unprotected resources can be targeted freely.
- ⚠️ Floating players may be hit on sight without warning, war trumps courtesy.
🏹 4. Offensive Strategies
- 🚀 Focus attacks on high-value targets (Ones with a schitt ton of resources).
- 🗺️ Coordinate simultaneous strikes to overwhelm defenses if needed.
- 🛡️ Exploit gaps in enemy shield discipline.
- 📊 Track damage and progress through alliance Discord.
🛡️ 5. Defensive Strategies
- 🛑 Activate shields when offline or low on resources.
- ⚔️ Keep a defensive fleet docked to counter raiders.
- 🤝 Coordinate with allies for reinforcement.
⚠️ 6. Consequences
- 💥 Lost RSS, Speedups, and LAT — war is costly and may require healing.
- 🔥 Reputation Impact — Make sure you're goiung to war for the right reasons. You never want to be seen as the scumbags.
- 🏆 Rewards — successful wars can gain territory, bragging rights for your alliance, and huge RSS gains.
💡 Rule of Thumb: War should never be entered lightly. Proper preparation, coordination, and timing are essential. Know your enemies, protect your resources, and strike strategically to maximize gains while minimizing losses.