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Once constructed, several NPCs are needed for crew in order for the station to run smoothly and safely. Those being the Manager (trading), Architect on CV (station extensions, repairs and equipping), Defence Officer (controls surface elements to attack hostiles; will actively protect the CV when set to Attack) and optional Specialists (production yield increases). Drones are also needed. Upkeep missions are generated to help guide their acquisition.
In order to function successfully, a station needs a few other things apart from crew:
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