Gurgel Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 With the last beta-patch, Klei gave us interplanetary signaling. In their infinite wisdom, the superior intellects at Klei decided to restrict the range of the Automation Broadcaster to 5 hexes, in order to present us with a conundrum: How can we signal over longer ranges, since 5 hexes is not enough to reach all planetoids? Fear not, the DD Range Extender makes it possible! All it requires is an absolute minimal rocket and one clueless moron heroic volunteer! The rocket carries one or several pairs of Automation Broadcasters and Automation Receivers linked via automation wires. These pair acts as a signal relay each. Some minimal Oxygen should be loaded so that the dupe does not expire become a hero before the rocket is launched, but no food or other equipment is needed. The relays can even be retargeted after the victim hero has met its destiny! Multi-stage relay chains are possible as well, although an engine with more reach may be required in that case. Here is a design for a 2-way relay using a small crew capsule, for example using a CO2 engine. Meep does not yet understand what is about to happen to him. Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoDeusMachina Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 I feel like there is an opportunity to implement satellites - I imagine a satellite module (like rover or trailblazer) that can be transported by rocket and "deployed" in space on a chosen tile. It would serve as a relay between 1 or multiple wireless signals. There could be small satellites (only 1 signal) and large satellite (multiple signals). They could relay over different ranges. I'd much prefer something like that over sending duplicants on missions they'll never come back from (dead or alive). Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1493863 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurgel Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 FYI: "DD Range Extender" = "Dead Dupe Range Extender" I am hoping somebody at Klei is horrified sufficiently by this idea to give us a better option. I like your "relay satellite" idea. Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1493864 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timotheeee1 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 no need to sacrifice a dupe, just use a trailblazer to dump him down to your main planet after launching the rocket Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1493868 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurgel Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Timotheeee1 said: no need to sacrifice a dupe, just use a trailblazer to dump him down to your main planet after launching the rocket That is an excellent idea. I take it the rocket continues without the dupe? Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1493869 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sasza22 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 2 hours ago, Gurgel said: That is an excellent idea. I take it the rocket continues without the dupe? Rockets can fly and land on autopilot if the dupe is unable to reach the control station they just can`t lift off on their own. They just get a speed debuff if no dupe is present. Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1493897 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurgel Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 On 9/11/2021 at 6:14 PM, Sasza22 said: Rockets can fly and land on autopilot if the dupe is unable to reach the control station they just can`t lift off on their own. They just get a speed debuff if no dupe is present. And there I thought I _finally_ had found something were killing a dupe was actually useful.... Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1493941 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DolphinWing Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 You guys are so amazing with so much excellent ideas. Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1494339 Share on other sites More sharing options...
pether Posted September 13, 2021 Share Posted September 13, 2021 On 9/11/2021 at 7:43 PM, Gurgel said: And there I thought I _finally_ had found something were killing a dupe was actually useful.... Please stop searching Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1494369 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuxSam123 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 On 9/11/2021 at 10:27 AM, Gurgel said: FYI: "DD Range Extender" = "Dead Dupe Range Extender" I am hoping somebody at Klei is horrified sufficiently by this idea to give us a better option. I like your "relay satellite" idea. I thought DD range extender standed for "Dungeons and Dragons Range Extender". I too approve your "relay satellite" idea. I'm just happy they heard our pleas for Interplanetary Automation. My post months ago wasn't in vain! Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1494948 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurgel Posted September 15, 2021 Author Share Posted September 15, 2021 I have now placed two of these (XL version with small petroleum engine) and that allows me to reach all planetoids. Quite a simple solution, actually. No dupes were harmed Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1494971 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoDeusMachina Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 14 minutes ago, Gurgel said: No dupes were harmed I don't believe you. Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1494973 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurgel Posted September 15, 2021 Author Share Posted September 15, 2021 7 minutes ago, NeoDeusMachina said: I don't believe you. Reload wipes out the past Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1494976 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoDeusMachina Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 2 hours ago, Gurgel said: Reload wipes out the past Tbh with what you've said in the past (quote required), I imagine you have a 3x7 room under each rocket platform where you lock in naughty dupes. Am I close? Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1494995 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurgel Posted September 15, 2021 Author Share Posted September 15, 2021 21 minutes ago, NeoDeusMachina said: Tbh with what you've said in the past (quote required), I imagine you have a 3x7 room under each rocket platform where you lock in naughty dupes. Am I close? Naaa. I only occasionally do destructive testing with dupes. The rest is all talk. Link to comment https://forums.kleientertainment.com/forums/topic/133555-long-range-signaling-the-dd-range-extender/#findComment-1495000 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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