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[noname2200]

spemanig said:

noname2200 said:

Setting as many probes as you can, finding the scenic spots, and then setting up chains with Research Probes. In general you want to keep an eye open for hexes with sightseeing spots, as each is worth several thousand when connected to a research probe. Northern Cauldros in particular is a great place to set up Research probes. If that proves difficult (especially without flight), eastern Oblivia is a great alternative. Doing this is not only helpful for racking up cash, it's essential to beating a pair of quests down the road, where you'll have to earn $70k and $130k respectively in a single return.

 

How do you get more research probes? All I get are mining probes.

They're unfortunately very rare. A handful are handed out as quest rewards, but the majority come from salvaging Mechanical debris. I'd focus my energies there: it shouldn't take long to get at least two or three, which when paired should be enough to get you going. Also, Duplicator Probes can be used as ersatz research probes if you put one next to a research probe, and Booster probes can amplify your research probes in the same manner.

Of course, those two are even more rare, but maybe you already have one? I think Kristy hands out one of each as a quest reward.