diplomacy Tech Comparison
Galactic Senate Seat vs Propaganda Networks
Comparing the Galactic Senate Seat (Tier 4) and Propaganda Networks (Tier 4), both diplomacy technologies in Starforge MMO. Use this to decide which to queue first when your research lab can only run one project at a time.
Research Comparison
| Attribute | Galactic Senate Seat | Propaganda Networks |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T4 | T4 |
| Research time | 60 | 45▼ |
| metal cost | 80,000 | 70,000▼ |
| crystal cost | 40,000 | 35,000▼ |
| credits cost | 400,000 | 200,000▼ |
| Effect | +3 diplomacy actions per week; senate veto power: true | unlocks propaganda op: true; +10% -enemy loyalty debuff |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Galactic Senate Seat
Secure a permanent seat in the Galactic Senate, granting veto power on certain war declarations and +3 diplomacy actions per week.
Unlocks buildings: senate delegation hall
Requires: diplomacy 3
Propaganda Networks
State-sponsored media campaigns sow doubt in rival factions, reducing their population loyalty by 10% for 48 hours per operation.
Unlocks buildings: propaganda bureau
Requires: diplomacy 3, espionage 3
Which Should You Research First?
Both sit at the same tier. The Propaganda Networks is the cheaper project, so it's the safer early pick if your economy is tight; otherwise prioritise whichever effect supports your current strategy.