Because a powered portal has absolutely no use. It would at least have the same amount of use as the regular portals...I mean, has there ever been an idea you didn't hate? It's just getting annoying at this point.
Anyways, encasing things in walls isn't always convenient, as the portal will have to be fitted to the 4x4 grid. Not only does this waste unnecessary space, but it hampers the potential aesthetics of the save, as the deco layer will not completely cover portals or walls. I think this is a good idea, and really wouldn't be that hard to add. I know this has been suggested before, but has just been ignored, so maybe you'll have better luck.
@The-Con(View Post) PUMP is entirely different. There was no real fuss on the forums about PVOD. And PCLN was here before I was. @Catelite(View Post) Yep, so this wouldn't work.
@Catelite(View Post) If you used METL, then they'd work. If you used PSCN or NSCN then it would change whether it'd be on or off.# I like the idea of Powered Portals. +1.