It's a shame, I had liked the idea of ​​the escape pod ... at least the rocket + satellite, it sounded reasonable. The idea of ​​putting something in the rocket opens a new (and simple) mechanics in the later game.

I think that to feel some guilt there should be neutral biters in the nest. No attackers, or things like "the family" ... responsible for breeding the "warriors" of the nest ... maybe. Like an ant colony.