Star Atlas SAGE Labs: Best Ships for Mining in Galia Expanse

Published: March 24, 2025
Author: ONIGIRI

Introduction

Mining in Star Atlas SAGE Labs is a great way to earn MINING XP in the #StarAtlas #P2E metaverse. To maximize efficiency, you need ships optimized for resource extraction in Galia Expanse. This guide highlights the best ships for mining, based on their specs, Onigiri-style!

Star Atlas SAGE Labs XP Guide Part 3: Earning MINING XP in Galia Expanse

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1. Why Ship Choice Matters for Mining in SAGE Labs

• Overview: Mining performance depends on a ship’s Mining Module, cargo capacity, and resource consumption (https://support.staratlas.com).
• Impact on Mining:
  • Ships with Mining Modules (e.g., Pearce X6) mine resources faster, boosting MINING XP.
  • Larger cargo capacity allows for more resources per trip, increasing XP gains (e.g., I earned 140,077 MINING XP with my fleet ONIGIRIYA1).
• Resource Requirements:
  • Most ships require Fuel, Ammo, and Food for mining (except Armstrong IMP series, which doesn’t use Ammo).

2. Best Ships for Mining

2.1 Armstrong IMP Series (Small Miner)

• Specs:
  • Mining Module: Equipped.
  • Resource Consumption: Fuel and Food (no Ammo required).
• Mining Performance:
  • Optimized for mining with a decent mining speed.
  • Small cargo capacity limits the amount of resources per trip.
• Why It’s Great:
  • Cost-effective for beginners, as it doesn’t consume Ammo.
  • Ideal for short mining trips in nearby sectors.
• Resource Requirement:
  • Fuel and Food for mining operations.

2.2 Pearce X6 (Rare Medium Fighter)

• Specs:
  • Mining Module: Equipped.
  • Additional Modules: Oversized Impulse Engine, Oversized Warp Drive, Scanner Module.
  • Aephia Ship Rating: 22.0 (https://aephia.com/star-atlas-ship-ratings/).
  • Mining Performance:
    • High mining speed due to the Mining Module.
    • Medium cargo capacity, suitable for balanced mining trips.
• Why It’s Great:
  • A versatile ship that excels in both mining and combat, making it ideal for hostile sectors.
  • Used in my fleet ONIGIRIYA1, which helped me earn 140,077 MINING XP.
• Resource Requirement:
  • Fuel, Ammo, and Food for mining operations.

2.3 Ogrika Thripid (Epic Large Freighter)

• Specs:
  • Mining Module: Equipped.
  • Additional Modules: Oversized Hull Reinforcements, 2 Maneuvering Thrusters.
  • Aephia Ship Rating: 23.5 (https://aephia.com/star-atlas-ship-ratings/).
• Mining Performance:
  • High mining speed with a large cargo capacity, allowing for extended mining sessions.
  • Durable design ensures safety in hostile sectors.
• Why It’s Great:
  • Perfect for long mining trips in high-Richness sectors, maximizing MINING XP per trip.
• Resource Requirement:
  • Fuel, Ammo, and Food for mining operations.

2.4 Rainbow Om (Epic Medium Freighter)

• Specs:
  • Mining Module: Not Equipped (but capable of mining).
  • Additional Modules: Art Gallery Module, Oversized Impulse Engine, Oversized Warp Drive, Oversized Hull Reinforcements.
  • Aephia Ship Rating: 24.5.
• Mining Performance:
  • Moderate mining speed (lacks a Mining Module).
  • Large cargo capacity for a medium ship, making it viable for mining.
• Why It’s Great:
  • A good option for players who already own this ship for other tasks (e.g., SDU collection).
  • Part of my fleet ONIGIRIYA1, contributing to my mining efforts.
• Resource Requirement:
  • Fuel, Ammo, and Food for mining operations.

3. Strategies for Using Mining Ships

• Fleet Composition:
  • Include at least one ship with a Mining Module (e.g., Pearce X6, Ogrika Thripid) for faster resource extraction.
  • Add ships with large cargo capacity (e.g., Ogrika Thripid) to maximize resources per trip.
• Target High-Richness Sectors:
  • Use the game map to find sectors with high Richness levels (e.g., [-50, 50], MRZ-20).
  • Ships with Mining Modules (e.g., Pearce X6) can extract resources faster in these sectors.
• Minimize Resource Costs:
  • Use subwarp to move between nearby sectors and save Fuel.
  • Ensure you have enough Fuel, Ammo, and Food for extended mining sessions (check your inventory in STARBASED).
• Safety First:
  • Avoid hostile sectors (e.g., [-19, 9]) unless using a durable ship like Ogrika Thripid.
  • If your fleet is destroyed, respawn with ATLAS and resume mining.

4. Onigiri’s Tips

• Efficient Mining: Use a Mining Module ship like Pearce X6 for faster extraction. Mine while enjoying an onigiri snack!
• Maximize Cargo: Add an Ogrika Thripid to your fleet for longer mining trips.
• For Beginners: Start with an Armstrong IMP—it’s cost-effective and doesn’t require Ammo.

5. Conclusion

Choosing the right ships for mining in Star Atlas SAGE Labs can significantly boost your MINING XP in Galia Expanse. Ships like Pearce X6 and Ogrika Thripid are top choices for efficient resource extraction. Have questions? Reach out on X at　@OStaratlas19260. #StarAtlas #P2E