Hello SectorLords! Just giving you a preview as to what will be available in the game shortly as stated in the post EA roadmap.
First up, the Federation Capital. Accessed via the LAND command, the Federation Capital contains The University of the Federation, Federation HQ, Galactic News Archive and Citadel Construction Yard.
Now what do each of these do?
Well the University ties into the Anomaly gameplay mechanic in the game and is used to research the secrets of the Precursors and its' endgame (technically a 2nd endgame if you finish your career and continue on in endless mode). No spoilers!
Federation HQ is where you can petition the Federation for recognition of your colonies as an independent entity if you wish, volunteer for peacekeeping duties for the Federation, or request an audience with the council. Again, no spoilers!
Galactic News is where you can view past issues of the Galactic News Bulletin
Citadel Construction Yard is where you design your mobile starbase (again, no spoilers as to what can be designed on it), pay the contract fee and drop off requested materials for the construction of the base.
Hoping to have this along with the Guild Bank and Linux/Steam Deck compatibility done for 1st week of August. Stay tuned for a detailed post on how the mechanics of everything work underneath the easy-to-play gameplay loop!