A recent discussion among Elite Dangerous players highlights a significant gap in Powerplay merit earnings. One commander, despite reaching rank 51 and dedicating a full evening to typical activities like mining and combat, struggles to earn more than a few thousand merits. Meanwhile, others on the leaderboards report totals exceeding one million merits, raising questions about the methods behind such rapid accumulation. This disparity has sparked community curiosity about efficient farming strategies or potential exploits, which could impact competitive balance and player engagement in Powerplay.
- Commander rank 51 with standard gameplay earns only thousands of merits per session
- Leaderboard leaders surpass 1 million merits, prompting questions about farming methods