Lyran Triangle Rule
 by John Hanna "Gnaarl"

  Speed, Offense, Defense : You can only do 2 well.

  You can maintain combat speed with full overloads,
  provided your phasers were previously armed,
  but you will have no reinforcement.

  You can have full overloads and heavy reinforcement,
  but your speed will be zero.

  You can maintain combat speed and have heavy reinforcement,
  but you will have no disruptors armed.

  Speed is essential for ESG rams and for maneuvering.
  Offense is essential for inflicting damage upon the enemy.
  Defense is essential for not losing all your weapons
    before you get a chance to use them.

  Star Fleet Battles has always been a game of managing your
  resources; and juggling the priorities between these 3 
  resources to meet your ship's needs determines your fate.