What is the Section 31 (S31) Faction and how does it work?
The Section 31 Faction is a specialized faction in Star Trek Fleet Command centered around Wave Defense gameplay. Players earn S31 Reputation by completing Wave Defense missions and events, unlocking access to a unique S31 Faction Store packed with exclusive rewards, progression-based perks, and new mechanics.
How do I earn Section 31 Reputation?
Reputation is earned mainly through the Wave Defense game mode.
Complete Wave Defense missions and events to gain reputation.
Perform larger pulls (fighting more enemies at once) during Wave Defense for faster progression.
Complete initial tutorial missions like “Dosier One” and “Dosier Two” to learn the basics of Section 31.
What does the Section 31 Faction Store offer?
The S31 Faction Store features 6 ranks and a wide range of valuable rewards, including:
Section 31 Favors: Powerful, permanent benefits unlocked through higher reputation, such as Operation Hermes, which allows the Quick Start of Armadas.
Wave Defense Buffs: Enhance your performance in Wave Defense challenges.
Special Refits and S31 Cipher: An entry token for Wave Defense missions.
Prime Particles, Syndicate XP, and Sigma Resources (Σ-Parsteel, Σ-Tritanium, Σ-Dilithium).
Permanent officer sourcing for Strike Crew Officers and Carol Freeman.
Building and research materials, including items for upgrading The Facade and components like Transmitters and Prime Particles.
What is Armada Quick Start?
Armada Quick Start is a Section 31 unlockable feature that allows Armada Leaders to use Speed Ups to reduce countdown timers after an Armada has begun.
Works with Alliance and Solo Armadas.
Unlockable through the S31 Store once you have enough reputation.
The higher your Facade level, the more efficient the Quick Start function becomes.
What is The Facade?
The Facade is the main Section 31 building. Upgrading it unlocks additional store offers, enhances the Armada Quick Start feature, and increases both the daily acquisition and storage limits of Armada Countdown Speed Ups.
What are Armada Countdown Speed Ups?
These new consumables are available through the S31 Store and allow Armada Leaders to instantly reduce the countdown timer for Alliance or Solo Armadas.
Your daily earning rate and maximum storage cap increase as you upgrade The Facade.
How should I progress in Section 31?
To progress effectively:
Focus on completing Wave Defense missions regularly for faster reputation gains.
Use larger enemy pulls in Wave Defense for efficient grinding.
Prioritize purchases that unlock new features or provide long-term benefits.
Invest in officer shards for those you use often—especially those with Section 31 synergy.
What are Section 31 Mirror Credits?
Section 31 Mirror Credits are a special currency earned from Mirror Wave Defense missions. They can be used to purchase unique items such as Agony Booth shards and new Forbidden Tech in the S31 Store.
