So, these things are sold in nation capitols at newbie levels (2/0/0/0/0) but cost more than even Lightning Mines. 12000c for the launcher and 1000c per mine reload.

Seems kinda off...

It's a new technology! Drop the price after a year. And in the meantime, this:

http://www.vendetta-online.com/x/msgboard/3/28443