Game Design

This documents summarizes high level design of the game. It does not capture current state but the desired state attainable in reasonable amount of time.

The document is based on conclusions from our discussions on ideas. If you have an idea, consult the discussions first.

Energy

There is only one currency / resource in the game and that is energy.

Many kinds of activity (for example unit movement, manufacturing & construction, combat) require energy. These are shut down by priority if there is not enough locally available energy.
Energy can be generated with several different kinds of power plants: solar, nuclear, and wind.
Energy can be stored in integrated batteries (inside buildings and units) or in dedicated battery farms with higher capacity.
Energy is not a global resource but has to be distributed via an electricity grid. The grid consists of Power Hubs transmitting the energy via lasers. The grid might be attacked by an opponent. It has to be constructed and defended.
Energy is transmitted from a source by an energy laser to a target by an energy panel. A beam from a laser to a panel is formed along a clear line of sight.
Buildings and units might be equipped with 0 or more energy lasers and energy panels.
The energy grid operates autonomously: it constructs a semi-optimal transmission network based on priorities, remaining battery capacities, and other criteria.