Special Forces

[Tridus]

Inspired by all the Hunter talk lately... what are the Special Forces actually doing? I keep seeing all their guard posts scattered around the map. I used to destroy them. I just leave them alone now (unless they're next to something else I want to capture). This hasn't made any noticeable difference in my game except for lower AIP.

So, what are the special forces and why should I worry about them?

[LaughingThesaurus]

If you attack a planet with a core shield generator or other important AI structure, the special forces will ideally all rush in and crush you.

[keith.lamothe]

Yea, if the AIs have cloaking ships you can usually tell the SF are involved when you have to wonder why a few minutes after starting a planet assault 2000 raptors suddenly decloak and attack you.  Followed a bit later by 2000 fast-but-not-raptor-fast ships.  Followed a bit later by 2000 medium-speed ships.  Etc.