In the video, the host demonstrates how upgrading the Misc Fortune’s mining head to the larger araid laser significantly boosts salvage efficiency, enabling earnings of around 440,000 credits in 40 minutes by collecting and selling salvage panels. He also discusses strategies for managing the ship’s hopper, auto-eject features, and plans to test even larger mining heads to further increase income from salvage operations in Star Citizen.
In this episode of Star Citizen, the host takes viewers on a mining and salvage run using the Misc Fortune ship, focusing on upgrading the mining head to increase efficiency. Starting with a budget of 35,000 credits, he visits a refinery to purchase a larger mining head, opting for the “araid” laser over the smaller “cinch” due to its significantly larger collection area and faster extraction speed. Although the araid laser has slightly lower efficiency, its speed and capacity make it much more effective for scraping salvage panels quickly.
The host demonstrates the process of scanning for salvageable debris near the space station, targeting high-value panels with quantities in the tens of thousands. He compares the performance between the araid and cinch lasers, showing that the araid collects much more material in less time, despite producing more waste. He also explains the mechanics of managing the hopper and auto-eject functions on the ship, ensuring efficient collection and storage of salvage without frequent manual intervention.
After filling the hopper with around 27 salvage boxes, the host calculates the potential earnings, estimating a haul worth approximately 290,000 to 305,000 credits depending on the selling location. He then runs a second load, bringing the total to 41 boxes and roughly 440,000 credits earned in about 40 minutes of gameplay. He discusses strategies for unloading and selling the salvage, including auto-unloading at stations like Orison, and highlights the convenience of the Fortune’s storage and auto-eject features for quick turnaround times.
Looking ahead, the host expresses interest in acquiring an even larger mining head, the “trwler,” which offers a 6-meter radius and slightly lower efficiency but promises to further speed up the salvage process. He plans to test this next upgrade by moving to different locations like Crew L1, where salvage panels are abundant and easily accessible. This would potentially allow for even faster runs and increased earnings, making the Fortune a highly effective ship for salvage operations.
The video concludes with the host encouraging viewers to like, subscribe, and support the channel through memberships and affiliate links. He also shares additional tips on using voice command assistants and offers discounts for related products. Overall, the video provides a detailed, practical guide to maximizing income through salvage in Star Citizen using the Misc Fortune, emphasizing upgrades, efficient gameplay, and strategic selling points.