Exploiter

Exploiter is a unit in Dark Colony.

Background
The main function of the Exploiter is to convert raw Petra-7 into an energy waveform. The basic unit can be retro-fitted to handle a variety of tasks, such as the excavation of "Artifacts." Strong outer armor makes it almost impervious to small attacks, when deployed.

Gameplay

 * Basic resourcing unit. Keep it safe at all times.
 * Having more exploiters on vents generates a faster income
 * It is always a good idea to leave a few units to defend the exploiter
 * One costly strategy is to deploy a firestorm near the exploiter. Although it will take up 1 pop space, it is harder to destroy than reapers and troopers.
 * It is always best to scout for a vent first before sending the exploiter. as while its not deployed it will be destroyed very easily
 * Another good strategy is to have an escort acompany the exploiter and secure a vent ahead.
 * After a vent is depleted the exploiter will take damage. Make sure it is not at the red bar, otherwise the next vent depletion will destroy it.
 * If the exploiter is being attacked. the player must decide wether it is worth to risk undeploying it and retreating or keeping it deployed. Depending on how many units attacking, undeploying it will destroy it quicker than leaving and getting a few resources from it.
 * If you see enemy units approaching the exploiter before they attack. it is best to undeploy it as it undeploys instantly. While you wont get any resources from moving it away, you will still keep the exploiter and avoid damage before returning later on.
 * The exploiter like the brazaar has a deploy time before it can collect petra. Make sure no enemy units are nearby.
 * Be careful of enemy gorems and sarges. As they can steal petra from a great distance, halving your petra income per tick
 * The exploiter is an expensive unit costing the same as a sarge. Be very careful not to lose it
 * The exploiter is capable of harvesting artifacts. However a map with artifact enabled is needed and a research bay is needed.

Trivia
-It is assumed like the reaper, the exploiter is most likely controled by an ai.

-The exploiter apearance is similar to a rover. However it is much larger and tank like looking