I just read this entire thread from the start to here...whoa.
I love this thread! There are some serious badasses here who really know what they're doing
I myself am somewhat new to FTB, and haven't played very much yet. Also my main computer is broken so I have nothing to post right now, sorry
However, my plan for the next world I start is this:
1. Aquire basic resources and locate build site
2. Build quarry and set up to dig 64x64 hole at the top of a mountain near a cliff
3. While waiting, aquire more resources such as wood and iron
4. Set up auto smelter to turn cobblestone into stone brick
5. Build base in the hole
6. Move in and build machines
7. Profit!
Is this a standard starting plan? I noticed a few of the bases here were in quarry holes, but not many.
I'm planning to use the Monster pack with a couple other mods as well, by the way