Ship Structure

Every ship in Voidtide has a structure value that degrades over time through use and combat. This represents long-term wear and tear — an aging process that cannot be reversed.

How Structure Works

• Structure starts at 100% for a new ship
• Combat damage and general use reduce it gradually
• Structural damage is irreparable — no skill or station can fix it

Effects of Low Structure

Below 22% structure, the ship’s maximum hull becomes limited:

• The theoretical max hull = structure value x 10
• Even with a maxed-out Repair skill, you can’t repair beyond this limit

Example: A ship at 15% structure can only have a maximum hull of 150, regardless of its original hull capacity.

Strategic Implications

• Ships are consumables in the long run — eventually, you’ll need a replacement
• Heavy combat accelerates structural decay
• Traders who avoid combat keep their ships longer
• Plan ahead: start saving for a replacement before your current ship becomes too fragile
• Structure decay adds a natural credit sink to the economy