This Stellaris build orbits around a machine empire that capitalizes on capturing and exploiting slaves for energy generation. The empire employs a method known as grid amalgamation, transforming biological life into a significant source of power. Furthermore, it uses a Gaia world as a specialized slave hub to amplify this strategy. The traits for the leaders are carefully chosen to boost productivity and efficiency.
What sets this build apart is the virtually unlimited population cap on the slave planet. By circumventing the traditional constraints on population density, the empire is able to push the boundaries of slave concentration and, consequently, energy output.
The empire follows an aggressive expansionist policy, claiming systems with habitable planets and relocating conquered populations to the slave hub. This approach permits a colossal surge in energy income and lays the foundation for a robust economy. This build offers an engaging playstyle for those players who are fascinated by extensive expansion, resource management, and the pursuit of high-value gains.
00:00 Grid Amalgamation
01:40 Build
03:41 Strategy
05:54 Preferred Technologies
07:43 Traditions
09:08 Leader Traits
10:22 Starting Setup
11:14 Stability
12:28 War & Slaves
14:06 Result