Well, I can only come up with a couple possible reasons for this:
1 - A much MUCH larger ship grappled it (yes, I know there are no flag ferrets)
2 - The game needs some serious updating. Here is a photo of a dev moving the ferret into position with a long stick. I've circled the area for clarity.
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They also might consider updating their wardrobes, hairstyles, and cameras.
Photo is actually of a WWII era Situation Room. They would plan ship, troop, or aircraft movements and stratigies on large maps with little models. So for an honest answer: Nope, never seen it.
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