"If we can't be sure, then we won't know whether carrying backup units counts as prepared combat strength as well. Would drones be included too?"
Xiao Ran lightly tapped the armrest of the sofa and added, "Perhaps it isn't just drones. Factory facilities, materials and equipment, maintenance and logistics, as well as manufacturing personnel, may all count too."
Luo nodded, his face full of helplessness. "That's right. If we can't confirm it, then at least where technology is concerned, we have no idea what preparations we should make. For a mission of this scale, the proportion taken up by necessary logistical support will have to be substantial. Only with a complete logistics system can we proceed more effectively during the mission."
"It's not just that," Cruze said from the side. "After all, this time we can't simply latch onto some faction and wait for an opportunity like before. We must have a complete base and logistics system. Resource collection, reconstruction capabilities, recycling capabilities—every aspect must meet high standards. In my view, the current fleet model is the most suitable."
"Civilians, personnel, and places for rest and relaxation are also necessary. A Dyson Sphere alone, without corresponding facilities, would have a major impact on morale. On top of that, we don't know how long we'll be staying over there. One year, two years, or three? So you must take all of this into account. Even the research departments under Luo and me will need to study that world's new technologies, and we'll still need to bring the necessary elites."
"In that case, the Dyson Sphere we prepare should ideally be a miniature Fleet Territory. Even under military control, there must still be appropriate opportunities for relaxation."
"I understand." Xiao Ran nodded, rose to his feet, and slowly walked to the edge