A new community-discovered strategy in Elite Dangerous highlights Rhino surface mining as a highly efficient way to earn Powerplay merits. Players report earning between 90,000 and 120,000 merits per hour, depending on cargo sale prices. This method offers a less grind-heavy alternative for commanders aiming to advance their Powerplay ranks, reducing the time needed for merit accumulation. As Powerplay remains a key gameplay element, Rhino mining is gaining traction as a practical tactic for merit farming in the evolving game economy.
- Merit gains range from 90,000 to 120,000 per hour
- Efficiency depends on cargo sale prices