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The Expedition (Endless Distances, ED) is one of the main sources of resources, fleet units, and dark matter in Xterium. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about expeditions: where to start, how the sectors are organized, and what you can find—with links to detailed guides.
Where to Start
If you're just getting started with the expedition, begin with the step-by-step guide “How to Farm the Expedition”: it explains how to enter the Endless Reaches and clear the Hostail sectors without losing your fleet.
Sectors and Enemies (Hostile)
"Hostile" is the general term for the expedition's enemies: Ruins, Barbarians, Pirates, and Ravagers. They differ in strength and rewards: weaker sectors are safer, while stronger ones yield more (Ravager bosses drop [](/knowledge/glossary) for your arsenal). A complete breakdown of sectors and rewards can be found on the [Expedition] page](/knowledge/encyclopedia/expedition).
What You Can Find
During the expedition, players collect resources, a fleet, dark matter, and rare stellar ore (SO)—a material used for super-leveling. The stronger the sector and the larger the fleet, the more valuable the finds.
How Not to Lose Your Fleet
An expedition always poses a risk to your fleet. Before embarking on major missions, be sure to review “How Not to Lose Your Fleet” and the mechanics explained in “How Combat Works”: Understanding combat is key to saving your fleet in dangerous sectors.
Related Resources
- Guide: How to Farm the "" Expedition
- Encyclopedia: [](/knowledge/encyclopedia/expedition) Expedition, Resources, Ships
- Game Mechanics: How Combat Works, Fleet Speed and Fuel Consumption
- Terms: [](/knowledge/glossary) Glossary (DB, Hostail, ZR, TM, caravans, camels)]
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of the expedition? Expeditions (Endless Reaches, ER) are one of the main sources of resources, fleet units, and dark matter. The stronger the sector and the larger the fleet, the more valuable the finds.
Who are Hostail? "Hostile" is the general term for the expedition's enemies: Ruins, Barbarians, Pirates, and Ravagers. Weaker sectors are safer, stronger ones yield more loot, and Ravager bosses drop cores for the arsenal.
What can you find on an expedition? During expeditions, players gather resources, ships, dark matter, and rare starlore (ZR)—a material used for super-leveling.
Is it possible to lose your fleet on an expedition? Yes, expeditions always pose a risk to the fleet. Before embarking on major missions, you should study “How Not to Lose Your Fleet” and the mechanics of combat.
