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Arc Thrower (EU2012)

2012-10-17T17:34:49Z

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The Arc Thrower is used to retrieve live aliens for interrogation. It is also the only way to retrieve intact weapons from X-COM missions, as alien weapons explode into fragments when aliens die. The Arc Thrower can only be used at close range, and can only be fired twice per mission. The Arc Thrower has a better chance of working if the target is low-health.

== Stats ==
{{Ref Open | title = Arc Thrower}}
[[File:Arc_Thrower_(EU2012).png|right|340px]]
* '''Required Research''': Arc Thrower (Accessed via Xeno-Biology)
* '''Cost''': §35, 5 Engineers
* '''Abilities''':
** '''Stun''': Attempts to stun the target alien (2x / mission).
* '''Foundry Upgrades''':
** '''Improved Arc Thrower''': Increased stun chance at 6 HP or below (up from 3).
** '''Repair SHIVs''': Allows Arc Thrower to repair friendly SHIVs.
** '''???''': Can attempt to take control of an enemy [[Alien Life Forms (EU2012)#Drone|Drone]] (similar to mind control).
''The Arc Thrower is a non-lethal sidearm designed to stun hostile targets. The mechanism seems to be most effective against weakened enemies.''
{{Ref Close | source = XCOM: Enemy Unknown (2012)}}

== Tips and tricks ==
* The Arc Thrower has a better chance of working if the target has 3 or fewer health remaining (6 with Foundry upgrade).
* Given the close range, a Support class soldier with [[Classes_(EU2012)#Support|Sprinter]] is a fairly good candidate for packing the Arc Thrower.
* Alternatively, an Assault class soldier with [[Classes_(EU2012)#Assault|Lightning Reflexes]] is another good candidate for the Arc Thrower as they can avoid the first overwatch shot of the target.
* To ensure you don't lose soldiers because of a failed stun attempt, try stunning the alien using at least two people at once.
* Note that the Arc Thrower does not affect robotic enemies or Chryssalids.
*If you have a sniper with the 'Disable Weapon' skill, you can make the stun much safer on the approach, and should the stun attempt fail the enemy will be unable to return fire on their next turn.
[[Category: Enemy Unknown (2012)]]

Chitin Plating (EU2012)

Skeleton Suit (EU2012)

2012-10-17T16:37:33Z

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==Description==
*'''Research Notes:'''
Having reviewed a number of reports from our soldiers deployed on past combat missions, we felt it was necessary to address their concerns regarding the need for a powered-ascent mechanism to scale objects in the field. With that goal in mind, this medium-density armor was developed using the alien alloys to reduce weight wherever possible. Despite the reduction in overall plate thickness, the protective qualities of this armor have been maintained through the use of a multilayer composite lining within the suit.

The integration of a pneumatic grapple unit provides our troops with the ability to scale objects for a tactical height advantage when needed. The micro-servomotors utilized by this system also augment the reflexes of anyone wearing the suit, improving the odds the operator will avoid incoming enemy fire, while also increasing the available movement range.

*'''Engineering Notes:'''
The Skeleton Suit is our first attempt at combining medium-weight body armor with an integrated grappling hook for scaling objects in the field.

==Stats==
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! width="30px" align="center" | Property !! Info
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| align="center" | Requires: || align="center" | Carapace Armor
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| align="left" | Cost: || align="center" | §30 Alloy:10 Min. Engineers:15
|-

| align="center" | Abilities || align="center" | Grapple Defense: +10 Movement: +3
|-
| align="center" | Health || align="center" | +3
|-
| align="center" | Equiped || align="center" | Body
|-
|}

==Notes==
*This armor provides an increase in overall maneuverability across the board. The grapple allows a unit to scale any height from ????? tiles away and the armor provides an innate increase in a unit's running movement. This can help snipers achieve a highly advantageous position quickly.

*Coupled with a support's +3 movement perk, Skeleton Suit allows the support class to move up to 15 tiles in one movement or 30 with a dash; this is absolutely amazing for saving civilians on Terror Missions. You can also use Combat Stims for an additional +3 movement for 18/36 tiles respectively.

==See Also==
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[[Category: Enemy Unknown (2012)]]

Combat Stims (EU2012)

2012-10-17T00:04:44Z

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==Stats==
{{Ref Open | title = Combat Stim}}
[[File:CombatStim_(EU2012).png|right|400px]]
* '''Required Research:''' Beserker Autopsy
* '''Cost''': §40, 2 Alloys, 1 Beserker Corpse 15 Engineers

* '''Abilities''':
**'''Combat Stim (Self only):''' 
Strengthens the user's Will against panic 
Reduces incoming damage by 50% and provides immunity to critical hits during the next 2 enemy turns 
Increases Movement by 3 tiles
* '''Foundry Upgrades''':
None
* '''[[Classes_(EU2012)#Support|Support]] Synergies:
None

''This powerful stimulant cocktail derived from a chemical found in the glands of a Muton Berserker provieds a temporary boost to several of our soldier's vital statistics''
{{Ref Close | source = XCOM: Enemy Unknown (2012)}}

2012-10-16T22:25:40Z

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==Description==
* ''Flavor text from Enginering-Build/Buy Items menu''

==Stats==
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! width="30px" align="center" | Property !! Info
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| align="center" | Requires: || align="center" | Titan Armor New Fighter Craft
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| align="left" | Cost: || align="center" | §250 Alloy:40 Elerium:50 Min. Engineers:40
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| align="center" | Health || align="center" | +6
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| align="center" | Abilities || align="center" | Grapple Stealth Defense: 20 Movement: 3
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| align="center" | Equiped || align="center" | Body
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|}

==Notes==
*Unit can become invisable up to 4 times per mission and activating the stealth does not use any actions nor does it end the turn.

*Invisibility lasts for 1 turn or until the unit fires.

*Firing from stealth makes the shot a guaranteed critical

==See Also==
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[[Category: Enemy Unknown (2012)]]

Ghost Armor (EU2012)

2012-10-16T22:14:41Z

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==Description==
* ''Flavor text from Enginering-Build/Buy Items menu''

==Stats==
{| class="wikitable" width="25%"
|+ '''Item Name'''
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! width="30px" align="center" | Property !! Info
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
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| align="center" | Requires: || align="center" | Titan Armor New Fighter Craft
|-
| align="left" | Cost: || align="center" | §250 Alloy:40 Elerium:50 Min. Engineers:40
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| align="center" | Health || align="center" | +6
|-
| align="center" | Abilities || align="center" | Grapple Stealth Defense: 20 Movement: 3
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| align="center" | Equiped || align="center" | Body
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|}

==Notes==
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==See Also==
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[[Category: Enemy Unknown (2012)]]

Archangel Armor (EU2012)

2012-10-16T22:11:48Z

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==Description==
*'''Engineering:'''
The Archangel suit combines our heavy armor set with a small propulsion system that allows for limited flight capabilities

*'''Research Notes:'''
As it turns out, our initial optimism about the design of this particular suit was entirely justified. Having successfully developed a miniaturized version of the alien propulsion modules recovered from the field, we've now successfully integrated this device into a suit of heavy armor. Although we've exceeded the weight of the original floater specimen these propulsion units were adapted from, we believe our adjustment to the system have actually improved their overall efficiency. As a result of our efforts, this suit is capable of providing limited flight capabilities to the wearer.

==Stats==
{| class="wikitable" width="25%"
|+ '''Item Name'''
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! width="30px" align="center" | Property !! Info
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
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| align="center" | Requires: || align="center" | Titan Armor New Fighter Craft
|-
| align="left" | Cost: || align="center" | §200 Alloy:36 Elerium:25 Min. Engineers:35
|-
| align="center" | Health || align="center" | +8
|-
| align="center" | Abilities || align="center" | Flight: 6 moves
|-
| align="center" | Foundry Upgrades|| align="center" | Flight to 12 moves
|-
| align="center" | Equiped || align="center" | Body
|-
|}

==Notes==
*'''''IMPORTANT NOTE:''''' If you run out of fuel over an obstacle that you could normally not walk on (one which does not show a grid such as a box or unwalkable rooftop) your unit will be stuck there unable to move until the mission is over. They will, however, be able to perform actions such as firing, overwatch, etc.

*Flying units get 20 defense

*While flying, you DO receive the usual elevation bonuses conferred to a unit that is higher than another. This will also trigger the sniper perk 'Damn Good Ground'.