# \#hws-features **URL:** https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/tag/hws-features/209.md [Latest](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/tags.md) --- ## [HWS Kill Board](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-kill-board/11552)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2018, 4:51pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-kill-board/11552 "2018-05-02T16:51:09Z")
The Kill Board on HWS Connect is the season leaderboard of PvP kills: the top 10 players per server, with a podium for the top 3. You need to be signed in to open it. :backhand\_index\_pointing\_right: HWS Connect → HWS Co… --- ## [HWS Skill Tree](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-skill-tree/9696)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2017, 10:11pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-skill-tree/9696 "2017-02-06T22:11:00Z")
The HWS Skill Tree lets you permanently boost your character beyond the vanilla limits: more max. Health, Stamina or Food, or extra Unlock Points + XP for your Tech Tree. An HWS-exclusive system on HWS Connect. … --- ## [HWS Connect | Changelog](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-connect-changelog/4392)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 126\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 5:24pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-connect-changelog/4392 "2026-10-27T17:24:16Z")
Info Now and then we release patches for HWS Connect. If it’s a small patch, it is silent and you have to check this topic yourself regularly to keep up with the changes. If it’s a big patch, we will make an announcem… --- ## [Structure Commander](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/structure-commander/6236)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2017, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/structure-commander/6236 "2017-02-06T19:22:00Z")
The Structure Commander on HWS Connect lists every base and ship you own on a server, privately or through your faction, with information the game doesn’t show you, above all the 30-day inactivity wipe timer. With Mana… --- ## [Orbital Auto Miner (OAM)](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/orbital-auto-miner-oam/4393)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2017, 7:24pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/orbital-auto-miner-oam/4393 "2017-02-06T19:24:00Z")
The Orbital Auto Miner (OAM) is a custom HWS feature that mines resources for you, even while you are offline. You get one passive miner per ore. It helps late-game players focus on PvP and lets new players progress fa… --- ## [Elemental Bank (EB) / Market Zone](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/elemental-bank-eb-market-zone/4395)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2017, 10:23pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/elemental-bank-eb-market-zone/4395 "2017-02-06T22:23:00Z")
Overview HWS features a powerful and active player-driven economy, enhanced by the Elemental Bank (EB)—a system that allows you to securely store your credits across seasons, independent of the game. Why Credits Matte… --- ## [EGS Stealth Technology](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/egs-stealth-technology/7111)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 4:53pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/egs-stealth-technology/7111 "2017-08-23T16:53:53Z")
(aka the HWS Offline Protection) Welcome to the HWS Stealth System, a powerful feature designed to protect your ships while you’re offline and boost server performance. :movie\_camera: Video Guide: Watch the full feat… --- ## [HWS Marketplace](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-marketplace/4376)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2017, 7:23pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-marketplace/4376 "2017-02-06T19:23:00Z")
The HWS Marketplace is a custom player-to-player trading system created by HWS. It replaces the in-game marketplace and runs on HWS Connect: Buy / Sell: sell offers of all players Wanted: buy orders that other player… --- ## [HWS Trader](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-trader/4396)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2018, 12:00am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-trader/4396 "2018-02-22T00:00:00Z")
HWS Traders are player-owned traders: an owner puts together an item package and the server sells it to other players. A great way to earn passive income, and a quick way for buyers to get bundles of items. HWS Traders… --- ## [Orbital Cargo Drone (OCD)](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/orbital-cargo-drone-ocd/4394)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2017, 9:22pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/orbital-cargo-drone-ocd/4394 "2017-02-06T21:22:00Z")
The Orbital Cargo Drone (OCD) is one of the most powerful features offered exclusively by HWS. It is a virtual cargo box that stores your items safely and persists across wipes. You fill it in game and manage it in gam… --- ## [Cross Server Warp (CSW+)](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/cross-server-warp-csw/4398)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2017, 12:11am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/cross-server-warp-csw/4398 "2017-02-07T00:11:00Z")
Cross Server Warp (CSW) & CSW+ Guide HWS has four main servers: HWS+ EU and HWS+ NA HWS RE EU and HWS RE NA You can use: CSW for travel between EU ↔ NA inside the same pair (HWS+ or HWS RE) CSW+ for travel between H… --- ## [Proximity Alarms](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/proximity-alarms/17917)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2019, 11:48am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/proximity-alarms/17917 "2019-04-06T11:48:43Z")
To enhance the gameplay and tactics in PvP, we have invented and implemented Proximity Alarms to all HWS Servers. (our feature was later adopted by Eleon) So if enemies fly close to your structures in PvP, you get a cha… --- ## [HWS Events](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-events/16842)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2019, 3:05pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-events/16842 "2019-02-01T15:05:34Z")
On HWS you can play many Events to get new inspirations and gameplay outside the box. Some of them are automated and handled via Chat commands, some are manually hosted. Check this Guide out from time to time to see a… --- ## [EGS Recycle Structures](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/egs-recycle-structures/7112)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/egs-recycle-structures/7112 "2017-08-23T17:00:35Z")
Say goodbye to the days of grinding and salvaging piece by piece! The brilliant minds at EGS have introduced a science-powered solution to deconstructing ships and structures: EGS Recycle. With this feature, you can rec… --- ## [Set Origin Planet as new spawn start](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/set-origin-planet-as-new-spawn-start/11594)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2018, 3:40pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/set-origin-planet-as-new-spawn-start/11594 "2018-05-05T15:40:49Z")
What is “Set Starter Planet”? The EGS Set Starter Planet service allows players to change their default spawn planet to their Origin’s homeworld. This is especially useful if you’ve chosen the “Fresh Start” option after … --- ## [Elemental Galactic Services (EGS) Introduction](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/elemental-galactic-services-egs-introduction/5617)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 7:37am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/elemental-galactic-services-egs-introduction/5617 "2017-06-03T07:37:59Z")
The Elemental Consortium (EC) remains a mysterious force in the galaxy. While the Origins control their respective domains, few dare question who truly governs the EC—or how they acquired the immense wealth and techno… --- ## [HWS Garage](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-garage/4643)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2018, 11:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-garage/4643 "2018-02-22T23:01:00Z")
The HWS Garage is a one-of-a-kind feature offering access to extremely rare and powerful ships. These ships are available only in special locations and for a high credit cost. They’re built with unique features like A… --- ## [HWS Supergate](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-supergate/11596)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2018, 4:38pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-supergate/11596 "2018-05-05T16:38:30Z")
To enhance the HWS Universe gameplay we have implemented unique Supergates. They give you the option to transport from A to B even with your (docked) ship(s). Just keep in mind that ONLY the pilot should use the sg… --- ## [HWS Creative Scenario | Configs & EWS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-creative-scenario-configs-ews/9161)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2017, 10:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-creative-scenario-configs-ews/9161 "2017-09-29T22:01:00Z")
With the release of Alpha 7.5 and later Alpha 12, Empyrion Galactic Survival introduced the ability to deeply modify almost every game parameter. On HWS, we’ve harnessed this power to craft an entirely customized multipl… --- ## [Alien Core](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/alien-core/9472)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 9:02am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/alien-core/9472 "2017-12-31T09:02:34Z")
On HWS, you can acquire the powerful Alien Core – a rare and advanced alien technology item that offers exclusive benefits for your structures. :light\_bulb: How to Get an Alien Core You can obtain an Alien Core through… --- ## [HWS PvP Radar Scan / Capture Point Zones](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-pvp-radar-scan-capture-point-zones/11585)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2018, 6:02am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-pvp-radar-scan-capture-point-zones/11585 "2018-05-05T06:02:03Z")
PvP Radar Scan | Defender Every Origin can activate the special ability Radar Scan. It will reveal the location of Bases in PvP that have a HWS Radar equipped. Why should they equip a HWS Radar device, if it reveals t… --- ## [Survival Boost](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/survival-boost/28423)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2021, 3:43pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/survival-boost/28423 "2021-03-13T15:43:48Z")
The Survival Boost is a unique HWS feature that rewards you the longer you survive — without dying! Your stats grow automatically just by staying alive and playing. :globe\_showing\_europe\_africa: For HWS+ Servers … --- ## [HWS EB does not reflect proper carry over value](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-eb-does-not-reflect-proper-carry-over-value/25487)
**Author:** [@Kamen\_Cider](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/Kamen_Cider)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 6:53pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-eb-does-not-reflect-proper-carry-over-value/25487 "2020-08-04T18:53:58Z")
======= NOTICE FOR HELP ======= What happened? =\> I should be able to store 250 mil credits, not 200 mil Player(s) with issue? (steam name) =\> Kamen Cider Server? (EU or NA) =\> NA When did it happen? (Use server t… --- ## [Keep Loosing HWS Shard Progress TWICE now](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/keep-loosing-hws-shard-progress-twice-now/25458)
**Author:** [@21SquatSavage](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/21SquatSavage)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 3:01pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/keep-loosing-hws-shard-progress-twice-now/25458 "2020-08-02T15:01:50Z")
======= NOTICE FOR HELP ======= What happened? =\> Lost my HWS Shard Progression TWICE Player(s) with issue? (steam name) =\> Server? (EU or NA) =\> EU When did it happen? (Use server time: type ingame cb:time) =\> O… --- ## [HWS 10.X Announcement | New Feature & Reworked Gameplay](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-10-x-announcement-new-feature-reworked-gameplay/20636)
**Author:** [@RexXxuS](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/RexXxuS)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2019, 6:21am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-10-x-announcement-new-feature-reworked-gameplay/20636 "2019-10-01T06:21:40Z")
Hey HWS Community, finally, after 3 months a new season is about to start! But let me make this clear: the rework for the Invader vs Defender II for the Official Eleon Servers / Eleon took almost all my time. It was ne… --- ## [Bank Interest Adjustment](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/bank-interest-adjustment/20697)
**Author:** [@h1myname1sdav1d](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/h1myname1sdav1d)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2019, 12:55pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/bank-interest-adjustment/20697 "2019-09-20T12:55:11Z")
Hello Again, I’ve spent a lot of time listening to you guys over the last couple of days. Thanks to everyone who has been giving feedback and reaching out. I appreciate it. By far the biggest change to the economy is t… --- ## [HWS 10.X Economy Update!](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-10-x-economy-update/20637)
**Author:** [@h1myname1sdav1d](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/h1myname1sdav1d)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2019, 4:26pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-10-x-economy-update/20637 "2019-09-19T16:26:10Z")
Hello again HWS Community! Its been a really interesting several weeks of conversation. Thanks to everyone who participated in the poll I posted and for the new voting that you all contributed as the season came to a cl… --- ## [HWS Economy Update and Feedback](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-economy-update-and-feedback/19842)
**Author:** [@h1myname1sdav1d](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/h1myname1sdav1d)\ **Replies:** 106\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2019, 1:07am UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hws-economy-update-and-feedback/19842 "2019-07-31T01:07:38Z")
Hello HWS Players! As you may have gathered from some hints RexXxuS has dropped in some forum comments, the HWS Economy is going to be going through some changes in the near future. I am really excited about these chang… --- ## [Hotel System for ECC \[reworked:15/SEP\]](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hotel-system-for-ecc-reworked-15-sep/20444)
**Author:** [@Spaw\_Morpheus](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/Spaw_Morpheus)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2019, 11:31pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/hotel-system-for-ecc-reworked-15-sep/20444 "2019-09-16T23:31:09Z")
Hello, fellow Space Survivors I am opening this discussion as a request of help to make a working way to have Hotel Bases in ECC, by developing a fair and solid mechanic and restrictions that would prevent it to be ove… --- ## [Ship recycle suggestion](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/ship-recycle-suggestion/20525)
**Author:** [@Bob](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/u/Bob)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2019, 7:28pm UTC](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/t/ship-recycle-suggestion/20525 "2019-09-09T19:28:39Z")
While I love the EGS recycle command very much, I think there should also be a ship recycle BA/CV block that works along the same lines as the repair block but deconstructs the ship over time rather than repairs. this wo… [Next page](https://forum.empyrion-homeworld.net/tag/hws-features/209.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=hws-features)