Question: Laying mines on top of a enemies planet

[Erax]

Think about what happens when you add a satellite with a Talisman to the stack.

[Grandpa Kim]

Originally posted by jimbob:
You mean that I only need one sensor component on one of the satelites, and they will all have that level of sensors!!?? Likewise ECM, etc? That's a little excessive if true, isn't it?

Exactly right, Jimbob. It does seem excessive, but it helps to balance out their immobility and singular location. This blanket coverage also applies to scattering and, more importantly, stealth armor, since the stealth factor cannot be turned off! A ship or fleet without appropriate sensors will fly right by without engaging in combat. You need an uncloaked ship or another type of unit in the sector as well to "expose" your powerful sat group.