Sorry i wasn't able to deliver in time due to hardware issues. next release date will be this weekend
GalaxyTrader MK3 - Advanced Pilot Progression Trading Systemβββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββ
OverviewGalaxyTrader MK3 is a comprehensive trading mod that transforms X4's trading system into a realistic pilot development experience. Instead of just assigning ships to trade, you now manage pilot careers with meaningful progression, skill-based capabilities, and realistic performance scaling.
Status: Currently in Development (v1.0 Production Ready Features Available)βββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββββ
Core Features (Production Ready)- 15-Level XP Progression System - Pilots advance from Apprentice to Long-Distance Merchant
- Mandatory Training System - Certifications required at levels 3, 6, 9, and 12
- Intelligent Ship Management - Auto-renaming with pilot tracking and performance indicators
- Comprehensive Threat Intelligence - Real-time attack detection with 5-level threat classification
- Advanced Configuration System - 3 debug levels and extensive customization options
- Optimized Performance - Uses efficient create_trade_order patterns for best results
- Save Game Safe - 99%+ stability with comprehensive error handling
Pilot Progression SystemCode: Select all
Level | Title | Range | Training Required | Ship Performance | Special Features
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1-2 | Apprentice | 1 jump | No | S:0% M:-5% L:-15% XL:-25%| Basic trading only
3 | Apprentice | 1 jump | YES - Basic Certification| S:+3% M:0% L:-8% XL:-15%| Training system unlocked
4-5 | Courier | 3 jumps | No | S:+3% M:0% L:-8% XL:-15%| Extended range trading
6 | Courier | 3 jumps | YES - Advanced Trade | S:+6% M:+3% L:0% XL:-8% | THREAT INTELLIGENCE ACCESS
7-8 | Supplier | 5 jumps | No | S:+6% M:+3% L:0% XL:-8% | Regional trading expertise
9 | Supplier | 5 jumps | YES - Expert Trader | S:+9% M:+6% L:+3% XL:0% | MOBILE SATELLITE INTEL
10-11 | Trader | 10 jumps | No | S:+9% M:+6% L:+3% XL:0% | Long-distance trading
12 | Trader | 10 jumps | YES - Master Certification| S:+12% M:+9% L:+6% XL:+3%| FLEET COORDINATION ACCESS
13-14 | Merchant | 15 jumps | No | S:+12% M:+9% L:+6% XL:+3%| Cross-galaxy trading
15 | Long-Distance Merchant| 25 jumps | No | S:+15% M:+12% L:+9% XL:+6%| MAXIMUM CAPABILITIES
- S = Small Ships (fighters, scouts, small traders) - Best performance scaling
- M = Medium Ships (medium traders, corvettes) - Good performance scaling
- L = Large Ships (large traders, destroyers) - Severe apprentice penalties
- XL = Capital Ships (capital traders, carriers) - Extreme apprentice penalties
- Level 3: Basic Certification - First mandatory training, unlocks progression system
- Level 6: Advanced Trade - Threat Intelligence Access unlocked
- Level 9: Expert Trader - Mobile Satellite Intelligence unlocked
- Level 12: Master Certification - Fleet Coordination unlocked
- Level 15: Maximum capabilities - All features available
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Threat Intelligence System (Unique Feature)One of GalaxyTrader MK3's most innovative features is the comprehensive threat intelligence system:
- Real-Time Detection - Monitors attacks, missile launches, and ship destructions
- 5-Level Threat Classification - Xenon/Kha'ak = Level 5, Capital ships = Level 4, etc.
- Fleet-Wide Intelligence Sharing - All qualified pilots (Level 6+) receive threat updates
- Sector Risk Assessment - Automatic route planning considers danger levels
- Smart Cleanup - Threat reports expire after 1 hour to prevent database bloat
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Planned Features (v1.1 - Coming Soon)
Trading Intelligence System
- Experience-Based Decisions - Apprentices take any 0%+ profit trade, Masters demand 45%+
- Progressive Analysis Speed - From 5 seconds (Courier) to instant (Master)
- Technology Progression - Advanced trading computers unlock with certifications
- Realistic Behavior - Poor decisions β optimal trading strategies
Dynamic Ship Modifications
- Certification-Based Improvements - Performance only changes at training milestones
- Ship Class Penalties - Apprentices face severe penalties on capital ships
- Balanced Scaling - Maximum +15% bonus for small ships, -25% penalty for XL ships with apprentices
- Realistic Progression - Large ships require significant experience to handle
Mobile Satellite Intelligence
- Ships as Advanced Satellites - 75km range market data collection during trading
- Skill-Gated Feature - Only Level 9+ pilots can gather intelligence
- Fleet Network Benefits - Multiple traders create comprehensive market coverage
- Real-Time Updates - Fresh market data during operations
Skill-Based Progression ExamplesShip Performance by Pilot Skill:
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Apprentice Level 2 + XL Ship = [XL:-25%] β οΈ (Severe penalty)
Courier Level 6 + M Ship = [M:+3%][ThreatIntel] (Good performance)
Expert Level 9 + S Ship = [S:+9%][ThreatIntel][MobileSat] (Excellent)
Master Level 15 + Any Ship = [S:+15%][ALL] (Perfect performance)
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Apprentice: "Any trade that doesn't lose money is good!" (0%+ profit)
Courier: "Let me check a few options... 12% profit looks decent." (Manual, 5 sec/trade)
Expert: "Computer analysis complete - executing 28% profit trade." (1 sec/trade)
Master: "Instant optimization - executing 38% profit trade." (Instant analysis)
Long-Distance: "AI predicts market shift - 47% profit optimal." (AI-assisted)
Technical Specifications- Performance Impact - <1% CPU usage, <50MB memory
- Compatibility - Uses proven trading patterns for optimal performance
- Architecture - Event-driven system (3-5x faster than polling)
- Debugging - 3-level debug system with comprehensive logging
- Save Safety - 99%+ stability with extensive error handling
- Modular Design - 15 MD scripts, 9 libraries, 5 AI scripts
Installation & RequirementsCurrent Status: Development version - not yet available for public download
When Released:
- Extract to X4 extensions folder
- Requires: Mod Support APIs (for global mod menu integration)
- Compatible with existing save games
- Works alongside other trading mods
Development Roadmap- v1.0 - Core trading system, XP progression, threat intelligence
- v1.1 - Trading intelligence, ship modifications, mobile satellites (5-6 weeks)
- v1.2 - Advanced cargo management, complete fleet coordination (3-4 weeks)
- v1.3 - Territory management, competitive intelligence (4-5 weeks)
Community & FeedbackThis mod is being developed with community input and feedback. The goal is to create the most realistic and engaging trading progression system for X4.
Key Design Philosophy:
- Realistic pilot skill development
- Meaningful progression with tangible benefits
- Balanced gameplay that rewards experience
- No overpowered features - everything must be earned
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What Makes This SpecialGalaxyTrader MK3 isn't just another trading mod - it's a complete pilot career simulation:
- No Other Mod Has This - Comprehensive threat intelligence with fleet-wide sharing
- Realistic Consequences - Put an apprentice in an XL ship and watch performance suffer
- Meaningful Choices - Every pilot assignment becomes a strategic decision
- Long-Term Engagement - 15 levels of progression with substantial unlocks
- Advanced Features - Comprehensive pilot progression, AI-assisted trading intelligence
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GalaxyTrader MK3 - Where every pilot matters, every decision counts, and every level earned opens new possibilities.
