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	==PROBES AND MINES==		==PROBES AND MINES==
	*Sensor Probe		===[[Sensor Probe]]===
	"Sensor Probes are designed to be a low-cost alternative to sending ships out to explore unknown areas of space. Each probe is equipped with the best type of sensor equipment currently available. The modular design of the unit allows it to be upgraded with the advent of new technology. The detection range and total cost of each probe is dependent on the type of sensors carried. The travel range of the probe is limited to approximately .75 light years from its point of origin, and its operational life is limited to 4-6 weeks."		<pre>"Sensor Probes are designed to be a low-cost alternative to sending ships out to explore unknown areas of space. Each probe is equipped with the best type of sensor equipment currently available. The modular design of the unit allows it to be upgraded with the advent of new technology. The detection range and total cost of each probe is dependent on the type of sensors carried. The travel range of the probe is limited to approximately .75 light years from its point of origin, and its operational life is limited to 4-6 weeks."</pre>

	*Hunter Probe		===[[Hunter Probe]]===
	"Understanding of the compact Vector Control Thrusters used by alien craft has allowed GSC scientists to design an updated version of the Sensor Probes currently in use by X-COM. Like Sensor Probes, Hunter Probes are equipped with the most up-to-date sensor equipment available. They differ from Sensor Probes in that they use their thrusters to move through space on a preset course centered on their destination coordinates. This allows them to cover a much wider range of territory than standard Sensor Probes. These roving probes should aid greatly in the tracking of alien movements, as well as the discovery of alien outposts and bases. The one drawback is that their functional life span is slightly shorter than that of a Sensor Probe. Like other probes, the maximum travel range for the Hunter Probe is .75 light years from its point of origin."		<pre>"Understanding of the compact Vector Control Thrusters used by alien craft has allowed GSC scientists to design an updated version of the Sensor Probes currently in use by X-COM. Like Sensor Probes, Hunter Probes are equipped with the most up-to-date sensor equipment available. They differ from Sensor Probes in that they use their thrusters to move through space on a preset course centered on their destination coordinates. This allows them to cover a much wider range of territory than standard Sensor Probes. These roving probes should aid greatly in the tracking of alien movements, as well as the discovery of alien outposts and bases. The one drawback is that their functional life span is slightly shorter than that of a Sensor Probe. Like other probes, the maximum travel range for the Hunter Probe is .75 light years from its point of origin."</pre>

	*Data Jammer Probe (Alien)		===[[Data Jammer Probe (Alien)]]===
	"Evidently, the aliens have determined the methods by which we accumulate our research data. This alien probe is designed to set up a electrostatic dampening field that prevents data reception over normal and hyper-dimensional channels. Luckily, the field generated by the probe is very localized, and is capable of affecting only one Downlink at a time. Although Marsec engineers can find no method of constructing a duplicate probe for X-COM use or developing countermeasures to prevent the probe's effects, the energy signature of the device is now known, and all sensor systems have been modified to immediately detect its presence."		<pre>"Evidently, the aliens have determined the methods by which we accumulate our research data. This alien probe is designed to set up a electrostatic dampening field that prevents data reception over normal and hyper-dimensional channels. Luckily, the field generated by the probe is very localized, and is capable of affecting only one Downlink at a time. Although Marsec engineers can find no method of constructing a duplicate probe for X-COM use or developing countermeasures to prevent the probe's effects, the energy signature of the device is now known, and all sensor systems have been modified to immediately detect its presence."</pre>

	*Sensor Probe (Alien)		===[[Sensor Probe (Alien)]]===
	"Rather than risk their expensive fighters for exploration purposes, the aliens make use of long-range sensor probes to map star systems and pinpoint the locations of X-COM bases and other human installations. Thanks to the close-range reconnaissance of one of these probes in a combat situation, all X-COM sensor systems are now tuned to identify alien Sensor Probes that enter scanning range. It is in X-COM's interests to eliminate these probes as soon as they are detected. "		<pre>"Rather than risk their expensive fighters for exploration purposes, the aliens make use of long-range sensor probes to map star systems and pinpoint the locations of X-COM bases and other human installations. Thanks to the close-range reconnaissance of one of these probes in a combat situation, all X-COM sensor systems are now tuned to identify alien Sensor Probes that enter scanning range. It is in X-COM's interests to eliminate these probes as soon as they are detected."</pre>

	*Alien Explosive Mine		===[[Alien Explosive Mine]]===
	"Alien Explosive Mines are similar in function to the naval mines used on 20th century Earth. Once an enemy ship enters the mine's detection range, the mine detonates with a powerful Elerium/Cobalt nuclear explosion. Detailed analysis of this object has allowed The GSC to modify the sensors of X-COM craft to identify Alien Explosive Mines in battle."		<pre>"Alien Explosive Mines are similar in function to the naval mines used on 20th century Earth. Once an enemy ship enters the mine's detection range, the mine detonates with a powerful Elerium/Cobalt nuclear explosion. Detailed analysis of this object has allowed The GSC to modify the sensors of X-COM craft to identify Alien Explosive Mines in battle."</pre>

	*Alien Beam Mine		===[[Alien Beam Mine]]===
	"Arguably the most versatile and effective mine in the alien arsenal, an Alien Beam Mine is capable of utilizing a wide variety of beam weapons. The weapons are targeted by a miniature version of the targeting systems used by fighter craft, and the mine's self contained power source can power its weapons almost indefinitely. Although sensors cannot detect the type of weapon carried by the mines, ship detection systems have now been modified to identify Alien Beam Mines when encountered."		<pre>"Arguably the most versatile and effective mine in the alien arsenal, an Alien Beam Mine is capable of utilizing a wide variety of beam weapons. The weapons are targeted by a miniature version of the targeting systems used by fighter craft, and the mine's self contained power source can power its weapons almost indefinitely. Although sensors cannot detect the type of weapon carried by the mines, ship detection systems have now been modified to identify Alien Beam Mines when encountered."</pre>

	*Alien Missile Mine		===[[Alien Missile Mine]]===
	"Alien Missile Mines use miniature versions of the targeting sensors found in fighter craft to actively scan for enemy targets. Once a target is acquired, the mine fires a missile from its payload and begins scanning for another target. Versatile and deadly, Alien Missile Mines are capable of firing virtually any type of missile the aliens possess. Another deadly twist is that, once their missile payload is depleted, Alien Missile Mines turn into explosive mines which explode when an enemy ship wanders too close. X-COM ship sensors have now been tuned to identify Alien Missile Mines in combat."		<pre>"Alien Missile Mines use miniature versions of the targeting sensors found in fighter craft to actively scan for enemy targets. Once a target is acquired, the mine fires a missile from its payload and begins scanning for another target. Versatile and deadly, Alien Missile Mines are capable of firing virtually any type of missile the aliens possess. Another deadly twist is that, once their missile payload is depleted, Alien Missile Mines turn into explosive mines which explode when an enemy ship wanders too close. X-COM ship sensors have now been tuned to identify Alien Missile Mines in combat."</pre>

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	==ALIEN SHIPS AND INSTALLATIONS==		==ALIEN SHIPS AND INSTALLATIONS==
			===[[Wraith Type 1 Saucer]]===
			<pre>"Detailed examination of the hull and internal systems of the Wraith saucer has provided a great deal of information on the composition and operational capabilities of the latest generation of alien craft. The Wraith's weapons payload capacity is only slightly better than that of the X-1A Lightning II interceptor, but the "Wraith" is lighter, more agile, and capable of withstanding significantly more damage than its X-COM counterpart."</pre>

	* Wraith Type 1 Saucer		===[[Spectre Type 2 Saucer]]===
	"~~Detailed examination of the hull and internal systems of~~ the Wraith ~~saucer has provided~~ a ~~great deal of information on~~ the ~~composition~~ and ~~operational capabilities of the latest generation of alien craft~~. ~~The Wraith~~'s weapons ~~payload~~ capacity is ~~only slightly better than~~ that of the ~~X-1A Lightning II interceptor, but the "~~Wraith~~" is lighter, more agile~~, and ~~capable~~ of ~~withstanding significantly more damage than its~~ X-COM ~~counterpart~~."		<pre>"The Spectre saucer represents a much greater threat than the smaller Wraith. Designed as a multi-purpose craft, the Spectre is equally good at dogfighting and attacking medium to heavy slow or stationary targets. This vessel's weapons and defensive capacity is superior to that of the Wraith, and comparable to that of the X-COM S-2 Firestar. Examination of this ship has opened a number of new avenues of research."</pre>

	* Spectre Type 2 Saucer		===[[Phantasm Type 3 Saucer]]===
	"The ~~Spectre saucer represents~~ a ~~much greater~~ threat ~~than the smaller Wraith~~. ~~Designed as a multi~~-~~purpose craft~~, ~~the Spectre is equally good at dogfighting and attacking medium to heavy slow or stationary targets. This vessel's weapons and defensive capacity~~ is ~~superior to that of~~ the ~~Wraith, and comparable to that~~ of ~~the~~ X-COM ~~S-2 Firestar~~. ~~Examination~~ of this ~~ship has opened a number of new avenues of research~~."		<pre>"The Phantasm significantly out-guns any X-COM vessel, especially when it comes to beam weapons, thus making it a very serious threat. The role of this ship is primarily offensive -- most notably, it is frequently the vanguard of attacks against X-COM bases and Outposts. Although much of the technology used in this vessel can also be found in other alien vessel classes, there are several features unique to the Phantasm that could lead to advances in shielding, drive, and targeting systems."</pre>

	* Phantasm Type 3 Saucer		===[[Shade Fighter]]===
	"The ~~Phantasm significantly out~~-~~guns any X-COM vessel, especially when it comes to beam weapons, thus making it~~ a ~~very serious threat. The role of this~~ ship is ~~primarily offensive -- most notably, it is frequently~~ the ~~vanguard of attacks against X-COM bases and Outposts~~. ~~Although much of the~~ technology ~~used in this vessel can also be~~ found in other alien vessel ~~classes~~, ~~there are several features unique to the Phantasm that could lead to advances~~ in ~~shielding, drive, and targeting systems~~."		<pre>"The Shade is a deadly departure from the standard saucer-based alien ship design. It is a fast and highly maneuverable ship that is armed to the teeth with all the latest alien weaponry. The Shade also employs new shielding technology unlike that found on any other type of alien vessel. Exclusively operated by Aereon pilots, Shades pose a significant threat in dogfight situations."</pre>

	* Shade Fighter		===[[Spirit Alien Freighter]]===
	"The ~~Shade~~ is ~~a deadly departure from~~ the ~~standard saucer-based alien ship design~~. It ~~is a fast and highly maneuverable ship~~ that ~~is armed to~~ the ~~teeth with all the latest alien weaponry~~. ~~The Shade also employs new shielding technology unlike~~ that ~~found~~ on ~~any other type of~~ alien ~~vessel~~. ~~Exclusively operated by Aereon pilots~~, ~~Shades pose~~ a ~~significant threat in dogfight situations~~."		<pre>"The aliens' fleet of interstellar freighters is the lifeline of their economy. It seems that the aliens depend on their freighters just as X-COM does. This means that successful strikes against these ships can have a significant effect on the alien infrastructure. Aside from their outward appearance, the Spirit freighters are very similar to their X-COM counterparts. The major differences are a larger cargo capacity and slightly better hull integrity."</pre>

	* Spirit Alien ~~Freighter~~		===[[Alien Drone]]===
	"~~The aliens' fleet of interstellar~~ freighters is the ~~lifeline of~~ their ~~economy. It seems~~ that the ~~aliens depend on their freighters just as X-COM does. This means~~ that ~~successful strikes against these ships can have a significant effect on~~ the ~~alien infrastructure~~. ~~Aside from their outward appearance~~, ~~the Spirit freighters are very similar~~ to their ~~X-COM counterparts. The major differences~~ are a ~~larger cargo capacity and slightly better hull integrity~~."		<pre>"Alien Drones are tiny unmanned fighter craft that are often deployed by alien freighters as a defensive measure. Each Drone has its own guidance, propulsion, and weapons system. Once launched, Drones engage the nearest threatening target. In addition to their own internal control systems, each Drone is equipped with a small psionic receiver that allows the pilot that launched the Drones to control them. Once the launching vessel is destroyed, all Drones controlled by that ship's pilot switch over to independent operation. Once operating on their own, Drones are much less of a threat."</pre>

	* Alien Drone		===[[Alien Outpost]]===
	"Alien Drones are tiny unmanned fighter craft that are often deployed by alien freighters as a defensive measure. Each Drone has its own guidance, propulsion, and weapons system. Once launched, Drones engage the nearest threatening target. In addition to their own internal control systems, each Drone is equipped with a small psionic receiver that allows the pilot that launched the Drones to control them. Once the launching vessel is destroyed, all Drones controlled by that ship's pilot switch over to independent operation. Once operating on their own, Drones are much less of a threat."		<pre>"Alien outposts are the backbone of all alien operations in the Frontier, accumulating raw materials and processing them into equipment and weapons for the alien war effort. These facilities are well-shielded. They possess no offensive weaponry, but are usually guarded by fighter squadrons. If we understand the alien's infrastructure correctly, the destruction of alien outposts could potentially place a major strain on the aliens' ability to effectively carry out their day-to-day activities."</pre>

	* Alien Outpost
	"Alien outposts are the backbone of all alien operations in the Frontier, accumulating raw materials and processing them into equipment and weapons for the alien war effort. These facilities are well-shielded. They possess no offensive weaponry, but are usually guarded by fighter squadrons. If we understand the alien's infrastructure correctly, the destruction of alien outposts could potentially place a major strain on the aliens' ability to effectively carry out their day-to-day activities."

	* Alien Mining Platform
	"Alien mining platforms fulfill the same function as X-COM Ore Processing Plants. They possess minimal defensive capability, but are usually guarded by one or more fighter craft. While the loss of a mining platform is not as economically devastating as the loss of an outpost, mining platforms remain a viable target when attempting to slow alien production capabilities."

			===[[Alien Mining Platform]]===
			<pre>"Alien mining platforms fulfill the same function as X-COM Ore Processing Plants. They possess minimal defensive capability, but are usually guarded by one or more fighter craft. While the loss of a mining platform is not as economically devastating as the loss of an outpost, mining platforms remain a viable target when attempting to slow alien production capabilities."</pre>

	==ALIEN BASE COMPONENTS==		==ALIEN BASE COMPONENTS==

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	<pre>"Although the Elerium cache recovered from the Cydonia base on Mars has provided Earth with all the Elerium it needs for power-generation purposes, scientists have warned that this supply won't last forever. For most non-propulsion purposes, Elerium remains banned from military use. Luckily, detailed study of this elusive mineral has finally lead to a ground-breaking discovery: for the first time ever, Galactic Science Corps scientists have synthesized Elerium in the lab. The ability to synthesize weapons-grade Elerium allows GSC scientists to freely construct Elerium-based weaponry on Frontier Outposts without tapping Earth's precious reserves."</pre>		<pre>"Although the Elerium cache recovered from the Cydonia base on Mars has provided Earth with all the Elerium it needs for power-generation purposes, scientists have warned that this supply won't last forever. For most non-propulsion purposes, Elerium remains banned from military use. Luckily, detailed study of this elusive mineral has finally lead to a ground-breaking discovery: for the first time ever, Galactic Science Corps scientists have synthesized Elerium in the lab. The ability to synthesize weapons-grade Elerium allows GSC scientists to freely construct Elerium-based weaponry on Frontier Outposts without tapping Earth's precious reserves."</pre>

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	===[[The Galactic Science Corps]]===		===[[The Galactic Science Corps]]===

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	==EQUIPMENT==		==EQUIPMENT==
	*Standard Armor		*Standard Armor
			"Hull Integrity: +250 (Fore and Aft) ~For heavy combat situations, all X-COM craft can be fitted with an additional layer of armor plating. Standard armor consists of a series of titanium steel plates which are attached to built-in connection points on an interceptor's hull. Although the interceptor's flight performance is somewhat degraded by the armor's weight, the increase in hull integrity is usually considered worth the trade-off."
	*Tri-Titanium Armor		*Tri-Titanium Armor
			"Hull Integrity: +375 (Fore and Aft) ~Study of alien craft has led to a number of useful construction techniques that can be used to improve X-COM craft. One such innovation is Tri-Titanium Armor. This composite plating, which is molecularly bonded directly to the interceptor's hull, is much denser than Standard Armor, and provides a great deal more protection. One drawback is the weight -- tri-titanium alloy is significantly heavier than normal titanium steel plating. This tends to detrimentally affect the ship's performance."
	*Trans-Dermal Armor		*Trans-Dermal Armor
			"Hull Integrity: +425 (Fore and Aft) ~The light-weight Alien Alloys now used to construct our interceptor craft also have applications in the field of protective armor. While Alien Alloys are significantly lighter than titanium, they are a great deal stronger than even tri-titanium. The GSC has been able to fuse several layers of this miraculous material into the best armor plating available to date. Trans-Dermal Armor is the ultimate combat protection available -- maximum deflection with minimal effect on craft maneuverability."
	*Deflector Shield		*Deflector Shield
			"Shield Protection: 300 (Fore and Aft) ~The type-1 Marsec Deflector Shield generator provides an additional layer of protection in addition to armor and hull plating. The generator projects a globular energy field around the interceptor which is capable of deflecting many projectile and energy-based attacks."
	*Electroplasmic Shield		*Electroplasmic Shield
			"Shield Protection: 400 (Fore and Aft) ~Examination of captured alien defensive equipment has revealed that they possess a shielding technology substantially more powerful than X-COM's standard Deflector Shields. The Electroplasmic Shield combines energy projection and particle beam technologies to project a particle/energy deflector that is significantly more effective than standard Deflector Shields."
	*Trans-Dimensional Shield		*Trans-Dimensional Shield
			"Shield Protection: 500 (Fore and Aft) ~The Trans-Dimensional Shield uses truly unique technology to provide additional shield protection. While the field generated is nearly identical to that of more primitive shielding systems, the Trans-Dimensional Shield is able to dissipate a portion of every attack that impacts the shield bubble into another dimension. In addition to the substantial physical protection, this advanced shielding system also provides a medium-level anti-psionic field that protects against Psi Blaster attacks."
	*Accumulator Shields		*Accumulator Shields
			"Apparently, the aliens' Shade fighters employ a new shielding technology that is far superior to those used on their other craft. Accumulator Shields operate exactly like conventional shielding systems when it comes to deflecting missiles and explosive energy. However, when a beam weapon hits this type of shield, part of the beam's energy is actually absorbed into the shield generator, increasing the shield's defensive strength."
	*Ship Damage Control Computer		*Ship Damage Control Computer
			"Many alien spacecraft are equipped with a computer sub-system that coordinates the automatic repair of all ship systems while in combat. While all X-COM ship systems are self-repairing, they lack the level of coordination and efficiency provided by this alien system. GSC scientists have been able to replicate this technology for X-COM use. When installed on an interceptor, the Ship Damage Control Computer increases in-flight repair rates by 100 percent."
	*Conversion Drive		*Conversion Drive
			"Static Thrust: 5,400 kg ~The Conversion Drive is the standard propulsion system for X-COM craft. The technology is derived from study of alien drive systems used during the First Alien War. The power source generates gravity waves which are, in turn, converted into thrust. While this is the pinnacle of human star drive technology, observations of alien craft indicate that their current drive systems are far more sophisticated."
	*Gravity/Induction Drive		*Gravity/Induction Drive
			"Static Thrust: 11,000 kg ~This is the basic drive system used in current alien spacecraft. While similar to the older gravity wave system in many ways, the Gravity/Induction Drive boosts engine thrust output by channeling the gravity waves through a bio-electric induction coil. The result is an engine roughly the same size as a standard Conversion engine, but capable of driving larger, heavier ships -- or driving small ships at extremely high speeds! All X-COM interceptor hulls can easily be adapted to accept this new drive system. ~In addition to its real-space capabilities, the Gravity/Induction engine decreases a craft's fuel consumption in hyperspace."
	*Graviton Pulse Drive		*Graviton Pulse Drive
			"Static Thrust: 16,000 kg ~The pinnacle of alien drive system development, the Graviton Pulse Drive injects a pulsed stream of gravitons into the gravity wave flow chamber. The graviton stream stabilizes and controls the reaction, making the system nearly 100 percent efficient. The resultant increase in thrust is quite dramatic. Although it can be used on any type of vessel, the Graviton Pulse Drive is particularly well-suited to ships of large mass. ~Hyperspace fuel efficiency of ships equipped with Graviton Pulse engines is extremely high, allowing ships to travel significantly farther from their home bases."
	*Vector Control Thrusters		*Vector Control Thrusters
			"Alien ships have been found to have a highly developed directional control system that allows them to change directions almost instantly. This thruster system accounts for much of the maneuverability difference between alien and X-COM craft. Fortunately, Marsec has developed Vector Control Thrusters -- a system that closely emulates the alien thruster array. X-COM ships equipped with this device are able to move laterally - port and starboard - as well as straight up and down. When used in conjunction with the ship's main engines, this adds a new degree of combat maneuverability to any interceptor craft. This technology can also be adapted for use in a missile weapon."
	*Dimension Jump Drive		*Dimension Jump Drive
			"Until now, the aliens' ability to enter and exit black holes was a complete mystery. This feat is accomplished through the use of the Dimension Jump Drive. This system is apparently capable of generating a localized field that creates a temporary Einstein-Rosen bridge between a black hole in our universe and a similar body in a parallel universe. As long as the drive remains active, the ship generating the dimension jump field is able to cross the bridge and emerge on the other side, unaffected by the tidal and gravitic forces of the black hole. Despite the best efforts of GSC scientists, the power requirements of this device are much too high to allow it to be adapted to X-COM interceptors. However, the GSC is currently producing a prototype unit that should function on a large interstellar vessel. The discovery of this device is an important step toward defeating the aliens on their own turf."
	*Standard Targeting System		*Standard Targeting System
			"Optimum Targeting Range: 3 km or less ~The standard targeting system for X-COM craft is, essentially, an advanced version of the radar and heat-seeking targeting systems used in the late 20th century. The sensor portion of the system uses a continuous OPDAR -- Optical Detecting and Ranging - scan to detect and track all ships and installations within a 70,000 km radius of the ship. The targeting system handles weapons targeting for all basic missile and beam weapons."
	*Emissions Targeting System		*Emissions Targeting System
			"Optimum Targeting Range: 4 km or less ~Study of alien targeting systems has revealed that they use a much more sophisticated method of detecting and locking onto targets than we do. Instead of relying on reflected optical signals and heat images to obtain a lock, the Emissions Targeting System actually detects the plasma residue emitted by the target's engines and reactor systems. This faster and more accurate targeting method allows for the development of a new generation of weapons and subtly increases the effectiveness of existing weapons systems."
	*Advanced Autonomous Targeting System		*Advanced Autonomous Targeting System
			"Optimum Targeting Range: 5 km or less ~The AATS is the logical evolution of alien targeting technology. Not only does this targeting device detect plasma residue, it can actually sense minute differences in the plasma emitted by various targets. Once the system has catalogued the sub-atomic plasma "fingerprint" of the target, it feeds the information to the active weapon system. Weapons designed specifically to take advantage of this technology are among the most deadly available. Of course, this system has been modified so that all existing weapon systems are compatible."
	*Cloaking Device		*Cloaking Device
			"The Cloaking Device surrounds the ship on which it is mounted with a gravity wave bubble with in which it generates a trans-dimensional field. The field shifts the ship slightly out of phase with our universe, rendering it invisible to both visual and sensor scans. This system is not perfect, since cloaked ships can eventually be detected due to the spatial distortion caused by the device itself. However, when used sparingly, the Cloaking Device can be a valuable tactical tool. It should be noted that, due to power consumption issues and the field's high interior reflectivity, ships cannot target and fire weapons while cloaked."
	*ECM Pod		*ECM Pod
			"Effectiveness: 10% ~Range of Effect: .25 km ~Study of the aliens' tracking and targeting capabilities has resulted in the creation of an electromagnetic countermeasures (ECM) system that should prove effective against many alien missile weapons. The ECM Pod emits a false plasma residue signature some distance from the actual location of the ship, while at the same time using a graviton field to mask the ship's actual plasma exhaust. ECM Pods have a built-in friend-or-foe recognition system that allows them to selectively jam only enemy-controlled missiles. While not one hundred percent effective, the ECM Pod can be of great use in situations where missile combat is prevalent."
	*Advanced ECM Pod		*Advanced ECM Pod
			"Effectiveness: 25% ~Range of Effect: .5 km ~Based on further study of electromagnetic countermeasures and alien targeting technology, the Advanced ECM Pod incorporates several new countermeasures, including a phase-shifting algorithm that constantly alters the frequency of the ship's plasma signature. This design has been proven to work against both new and old missile designs."
	*Tractor Beam		*Tractor Beam
			"Range: .25 km ~The Tractor Beam is, essentially, an inverted particle beam that acts as a tow rope composed of coherent energy. This beam, which is targeted in the same way as standard beam weapons, envelops the target and establishes an energy link between it and the beam generator. It is recommended that the target vessel be disabled prior to establishing a Tractor Beam link, since serious structural and engine damage can result from a Tractor Beam tug-of-war. In addition, the towing ship needs to have sufficient engine power and mass to overcome the inertia of the target. Because Tractor Beams consume a great deal of energy, the towing ship cannot fire beam weapons while the Tractor Beam is engaged."

	==X-COM BASE MODULES==		==X-COM BASE MODULES==