if there were remote controll scouting robots (fast and weak robots) it would be easier to scout a high level safely well..... not safe to the robot....... but safe to you! and if the upgrade station (vehicles and mounts section thread labeled customizable vehicles/mounts)is added then you could add armour and weapons also a jetpack or climbing gear! link to custom vehicles: http://community.playstarbound.com/index.php?threads/customizable-vehicles-mounts.13220/