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Aliens: The Optimum Three

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NKF: /* Research Tips */

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Research Tips

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	If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.		If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.

	=== Aliens: The ~~Optimum~~ Three ===		=== Aliens: The Minimal Three ===

	You only need to capture three live aliens to unlock the research topics that will allow you complete the game. These three aliens are, in the following order:		You only need to capture three live aliens to unlock the research topics that will allow you complete the game. These three aliens are, in the following order:
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	By studying these three aliens, you can unlock the end-game mission [[Alien Research#Cydonia or Bust\|Cydonia or Bust]]. ~~These same~~ three aliens can be used to unlock all additional alien-dependent technologies by altering the list ~~as follows:~~		By studying these three aliens, you can unlock the end-game mission [[Alien Research#Cydonia or Bust\|Cydonia or Bust]].

			=== Aliens: The Optimum Three ===

			The three aliens listed above can be used to unlock all additional alien-dependent technologies by altering the list slightly.

	;[[Hyper-wave Decoder]]		;[[Hyper-wave Decoder]]
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	=== ~~Optimum~~ Equipment ===		=== Minimum Equipment ===

	To win the game, you will need to ~~capture one sample of each of the following~~:		To win the game, the barest minimum UFO components that you will need to recover are:

	#[[UFO Power Source]]		#[[UFO Power Source]]
	#[[UFO Navigation]]		#[[UFO Navigation]]
	#[[Alien Alloys]]		#[[Alien Alloys]] × 120
	#[[Elerium]]		#[[Elerium]]

	~~The absolute minimum amount~~ of ~~Elerium required will be between~~ 12 ~~and~~ 28 units~~. This depends on whether you found 1 or 2 UFO Power Sources. Each power source requires 16 Elerium~~ to ~~manufacture, and~~ the Avenger ~~requires two power sources. The Avenger needs 12 Elerium to refuel and ready itself so that it can launch~~ for the final mission.		Elerium is obtained in pods of 50. You only need to recover one. Of the 50 units, you must set aside either 12 or 28 units to prepare the [[Avenger]] for the [[Cydonia\|final]] mission.

	~~Since Elerium~~ is ~~obtained in pods of 50~~ units ~~each~~, ~~you only need to recover 1 pod~~.		The first 12 units of elerium is mandatory as it used to fuel the Avenger. The additional 16 units may be required to build a second UFO Power Source, as the Avenger requires two in its manufacture.

	==See Also==		==See Also==
	{{Research Navbar}}		{{Research Navbar}}
	[[Category:Research (EU)]]		[[Category:Research (EU)]]

NKF: /* Research Tips */ My later edit didn't save

2012-09-11T06:06:03Z

Research Tips: My later edit didn't save

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	If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.		If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.

	=== The ~~Minimum~~ Three ===		=== Aliens: The Optimum Three ===

	You only need to capture three live aliens to unlock the research topics that will allow you complete the game. These three aliens are, in the following order:		You only need to capture three live aliens to unlock the research topics that will allow you complete the game. These three aliens are, in the following order:
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	#Any ''Commander''		#Any ''Commander''

	By studying these three aliens, you can unlock the end-game mission [[Alien Research#Cydonia or Bust\|Cydonia or Bust]]. These same three aliens can be used to unlock all additional technologies ~~dependent on alien captives~~ by altering the list as follows:		By studying these three aliens, you can unlock the end-game mission [[Alien Research#Cydonia or Bust\|Cydonia or Bust]]. These same three aliens can be used to unlock all additional alien-dependent technologies by altering the list as follows:

	;[[Hyper-wave Decoder]]		;[[Hyper-wave Decoder]]
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	Studying any alien (including the above three) can also produce a variety of [[UFOpaedia]] entries, such as alien species information, UFO stats, and alien mission types, which also adds to your [[scoring#Research\|score]]. See [[Live Alien Research]] for more details.		=== Optimum Equipment ===

	~~The minimum alien artifacts needed for research to~~ win the game ~~are~~:		To win the game, you will need to capture one sample of each of the following:

	#UFO Power Source		#[[UFO Power Source]]
	#UFO Navigation		#[[UFO Navigation]]
	#Alien Alloys		#[[Alien Alloys]]
	#Elerium~~-115.~~		#[[Elerium]]

	The absolute minimum amount of Elerium~~-115 needed~~ will ~~vary depending~~ on whether you found 2 UFO Power Sources ~~or had to manufacture one~~. ~~(you need 2 to build an Avenger)(It costs~~ 16 Elerium to ~~build a~~ power ~~source)~~		The absolute minimum amount of Elerium required will be between 12 and 28 units. This depends on whether you found 1 or 2 UFO Power Sources. Each power source requires 16 Elerium to manufacture, and the Avenger requires two power sources. The Avenger needs 12 Elerium to refuel and ready itself so that it can launch for the final mission.
	~~You also need~~ 12 Elerium to ~~fuel~~ the ~~Avenger, UNLESS you take advantage of an exploit which allows you to fly an aircraft with 0 fuel~~.
	Since Elerium is ~~found~~ pods of 50 units each, you only need to ~~capture~~ 1 ~~single~~ pod ~~of elerium~~.		Since Elerium is obtained in pods of 50 units each, you only need to recover 1 pod.

	==See Also==		==See Also==
	{{Research Navbar}}		{{Research Navbar}}
	[[Category:Research (EU)]]		[[Category:Research (EU)]]

Spike: /* General Research Tips */ Check for New projects after each mission

2012-09-10T20:05:12Z

General Research Tips: Check for New projects after each mission

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	Scientists at different bases cannot pool their efforts: if you have two bases work on the same project, it will take as long to complete as if you had only base working on it. If possible, you should build all your laboratories at a single base to allow all your scientists to focus on one project at a time.		Scientists at different bases cannot pool their efforts: if you have two bases work on the same project, it will take as long to complete as if you had only base working on it. If possible, you should build all your laboratories at a single base to allow all your scientists to focus on one project at a time.

	You cannot begin researching any alien technology unless you have a sample of it on base. However, once you begin research, you do not need to keep the sample on hand. If you begin every project as soon as it becomes available to you, you can sell off all alien items (including alien corpses) which you do not wish to keep around. You can also transfer aliens to another base's Containment unit after you have begun researching them. You do not need to assign any scientists to a project to begin it: only assign your scientists to whichever project you wish to complete next.		You cannot begin researching any alien technology unless you have a sample of it on base. However, once you begin research, you do not need to keep the sample on hand. If you begin every project as soon as it becomes available to you, you can sell off all alien items (including alien corpses) which you do not wish to keep around. You can also transfer aliens to another base's Containment unit after you have begun researching them. You do not need to assign any scientists to a project to begin it: only assign your scientists to whichever project you wish to complete next. So a useful routine is to check for any New Projects in the Research screen immediately after each Battlescape mission. Start any new projects with zero scientists. Once you have done this, you are free to sell any and all loot without any negative effects for your Research. (Note that this would not always be true in Terror From The Deep, where for certain topics at least one instance of certain items must be present in Stores.)

	If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.		If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.

NKF: /* Research Tips */ Moving "Minimum Three" here

2012-09-10T08:08:02Z

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 == Research Tips ==
 In principle, doubling the number of scientists means you get the results in half the time. In reality, because of rounding errors, it is better to run several small projects in parallel. The again, small projects may take a long time to complete. Don't be shy of pooling your entire workforce on a single project if you want to get quick results.
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 If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August).  With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so.  More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.
 ==See Also==
 {{Research Navbar}}
 [[Category:Research (EU)]]

NKF: /* Research Popular Sequences */ linked fixed

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	==Research Popular Sequences==		==Research Popular Sequences==

	Research time is given in total Scientist days and average days needed for one Laboratory (50 Scientists). Two Laboratories (100 Scientists) will take approximately half as long. The listed times are averages: actual research times will take between 0.5 and 1.5 times as long (see [[#~~Research time: notes~~\|Research time: notes]] for more details).		Research time is given in total Scientist days and average days needed for one Laboratory (50 Scientists). Two Laboratories (100 Scientists) will take approximately half as long. The listed times are averages: actual research times will take between 0.5 and 1.5 times as long (see [[Research Technical Details#Research_Time_Notes\|Research time: notes]] for more details).

	A <tt>-></tt> before an entry signifies the total time required to complete that project. For example, Laser Pistol requires Laser Weapons (50 days) + Laser Pistol (100 days); <tt>-></tt>Laser Pistol is 150 days.		A <tt>-></tt> before an entry signifies the total time required to complete that project. For example, Laser Pistol requires Laser Weapons (50 days) + Laser Pistol (100 days); <tt>-></tt>Laser Pistol is 150 days.

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	==='''Laser Rifle'''===		==='''Laser Rifle'''===

	Respectable damage, no ammo required. A good alternative to [[Heavy Plasma]] for some of your troops.		Respectable damage, high rate of fire and no ammo required. A good alternative to [[Heavy Plasma]] for some of your troops.

	->Laser Pistol 150 3.0 days		->Laser Pistol 150 3.0 days
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	==='''Small Launcher'''===		==='''Small Launcher'''===

	Small Launchers make capturing aliens a snap, and have surprisingly broad tactical use. One stun bomb can knock out several weak aliens at once, and unlike explosives, they are safe to use in confined quarters. Furthermore, stun bombs do not damage equipment, making for potentially higher [[UFO Recovery Values]]. Stun bombs are also quite effective against 4-space terror units (Reapers, Cyberdiscs, and Sectopods) ~~due to~~ each square ~~taking partial~~ damage from the stun blast.		Small Launchers make capturing aliens a snap, and have surprisingly broad tactical use. One stun bomb can knock out several weak aliens at once, and unlike explosives, they are safe to use in confined quarters. Furthermore, stun bombs do not damage equipment, making for potentially higher [[UFO Recovery Values]]. Stun bombs are also quite effective against 4-space terror units (Reapers, Cyberdiscs, and Sectopods) as each square takes independent damage from the stun blast.

	[[Small Launcher]] 550 11.0 days		[[Small Launcher]] 550 11.0 days
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	==='''Fusion Ball Defences'''===		==='''Fusion Ball Defences'''===

	The most compact base defense facility besides the [[Mind Shield]] ~~-- although a proper [[Base Layout Strategy\|base layout strategy]] is probably better still~~.		The most compact base defense facility besides the [[Mind Shield]].
	Due to a weird programming logic, once aliens have discovered your base, they ~~MUST~~ launch a ground attack. If the first battleship is blown up by air ~~defences~~, they will ~~just~~ send another... and another... and another... ad infinitum. ~~Furthermore~~, ~~these appear~~ to ~~STACK, so~~ you ~~can end up watching~~ the ~~the base defense screen several times a month a month and getting sick of it. Making Fusion Ball Defences and Grav Shield ultimately useless~~.
			Note: Due to a weird programming logic, once aliens have discovered your base, they ''must'' launch a ground attack. If the first battleship is blown up by air defenses, they will send another... and another... and another... ad infinitum. While there is no real substitute for a proper [[Base Layout Strategy\|base layout strategy]], defenses such as the Fusion Ball Defenses are best employed as a temporary measure to delay the invaders while you prepare yourself for the attack.

	->Fusion Ball Launcher 2080 41.6 days		->Fusion Ball Launcher 2080 41.6 days
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	==='''Personal Armor'''===		==='''Personal Armor'''===

	Wearing this, you might actually survive a shot or two. But don't press your luck.		Wearing this, you might actually survive a shot or two. But don't press your luck. The survivability rate is still far better than not wearing any armour as well as smoke filters.

	[[Alien Alloys]] 400 8.0 days		[[Alien Alloys]] 400 8.0 days
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	==='''Firestorm'''===		==='''Firestorm'''===

	Your first ~~UFO~~. ~~Unfortunately, a~~ standard [[Interceptor]] armed with [[Plasma Beam]]s can often do just as well. This technology may be most desirable as part of the path to unlock Hovertanks.		Your first advanced ship. A standard [[Interceptor]] armed with [[Plasma Beam]]s can often do just as well, but the Firestorm offers enhanced acceleration and a high air speed that makes it useful for short air skirmishes. This technology may be most desirable as part of the path to unlock Hovertanks.

	Alien Alloys 400 8.0 days		Alien Alloys 400 8.0 days
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	'''Total: 2800 56.0 days'''		'''Total: 2800 56.0 days'''

	~~However, there~~ is high overlap between UFO technology and armor technology. ~~Commanders~~ will ~~almost always~~ research [[Power Suit]]s or [[Flying Suit]]s before embarking on UFO construction:		There is high overlap between UFO technology and armor technology. Many commanders will often research [[Power Suit]]s or [[Flying Suit]]s before embarking on UFO construction:

	->Flying Suit 2465 49.3 days		->Flying Suit 2465 49.3 days
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	==='''Lightning'''===		==='''Lightning'''===

	A craft with unique properties ~~-- but most prefer an~~ [[Avenger]].		A craft with unique properties. Most commanders use it as a stepping stone for the [[Avenger]].

	->Firestorm ''(via Flying Suit)'' 3515 70.3 days		->Firestorm ''(via Flying Suit)'' 3515 70.3 days
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	==='''Grav Shield'''===		==='''Grav Shield'''===

	~~Combined with several [[Fusion Ball Defences]], a Grav Shield will make~~ your base ~~impervious to alien~~ invasion~~. However~~, a ~~[[Mind~~ Shield~~]] and/or a secure [[Base Layout Strategy\|base layout]]~~ is a ~~quite viable alternative. Immediately shooting down scout UFOs on [[Alien Missions#Alien Retaliation\|Alien Retaliation]] missions will also prevent most attacks.~~		If your base invasion defense strategy involves the use of the defense modules, a Grav Shield is a great space-saving base module that allows each and every one of your defense modules to fire a second salvo.
	~~Due to a weird programming logic, once aliens have discovered your~~ base~~, they MUST launch a ground attack. If the first battleship is blown up by air defences, they will just send another...~~ and ~~another... and another... ad infinitum. Furthermore, these appear~~ to ~~STACK, so you can end up watching the the base defense screen several times a month~~ a ~~month and getting sick of it. Making Fusion Ball Defences and Grav Shield ultimately useless~~.

	->Lightning 4215 84.3 days		->Lightning 4215 84.3 days
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	==='''Hovertank/Plasma'''===		==='''Hovertank/Plasma'''===

	A popular (and expendable) scout. Immune to Psi attacks, like all tanks. ~~Produceable~~ immediately after the completion of Firestorm and Plasma Beam research topics. ~~Apparently, v1.0 has a bug where it is immediately available for construction after researching Plasma Beam, Elerium and Alien Alloys. In that case, you don't need the Firestorm topic.~~		A popular (and expendable) scout. Immune to Psi attacks, like all tanks. It can be built immediately after the completion of Firestorm and Plasma Beam research topics.


	->Firestorm 3515 70.3 days		->Firestorm 3515 70.3 days
	->Plasma Beam 1860 37.2 days		->Plasma Beam 1860 37.2 days
	'''Total: 5375 107.5 days'''		'''Total: 5375 107.5 days'''

			Note: Apparently, v1.0 has a bug where it is immediately available for construction after researching Plasma Beam, Elerium and Alien Alloys. In that case, you don't need the Firestorm topic.


	==='''Hovertank/Launcher'''===		==='''Hovertank/Launcher'''===
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	==='''Hyper-Wave Decoder'''===		==='''Hyper-Wave Decoder'''===

	One of the most important technologies of the game. Build one at each base you own and you will be able to see just about every alien craft that enters the Earth's atmosphere. Every craft you intercept will please your funding nations, and can be worth millions in [[UFO Recovery Values\|salvage value]]. A Hyper-Wave Decoder is your meal ticket: grab an alien Navigator the first chance you get.		One of the most important technologies of the game. Build one at each base you own and you will be able to see just about every alien craft that enters the Earth's atmosphere as well as identify the UFO type, crew and what mission it is on. Every craft you intercept will please your funding nations, and can be worth millions in [[UFO Recovery Values\|salvage value]]. A Hyper-Wave Decoder is your meal ticket: grab an alien Navigator the first chance you get.

	Any live alien Navigator 192 3.86 days		Any live alien Navigator 192 3.86 days
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	Scientists at different bases cannot pool their efforts: if you have two bases work on the same project, it will take as long to complete as if you had only base working on it. If possible, you should build all your laboratories at a single base to allow all your scientists to focus on one project at a time.		Scientists at different bases cannot pool their efforts: if you have two bases work on the same project, it will take as long to complete as if you had only base working on it. If possible, you should build all your laboratories at a single base to allow all your scientists to focus on one project at a time.

	You cannot begin researching any alien technology unless you have a sample of it on base. However, once you begin research, you do not need to keep the sample on hand. If you begin every project as soon as it becomes available to you, you can sell off all alien items (including alien corpses) which you do not wish to keep around. (You can also transfer aliens to another base's Containment unit after you have begun researching them.) You do not need to assign any scientists to a project to begin it: only assign your scientists to whichever project you wish to complete next.		You cannot begin researching any alien technology unless you have a sample of it on base. However, once you begin research, you do not need to keep the sample on hand. If you begin every project as soon as it becomes available to you, you can sell off all alien items (including alien corpses) which you do not wish to keep around. You can also transfer aliens to another base's Containment unit after you have begun researching them. You do not need to assign any scientists to a project to begin it: only assign your scientists to whichever project you wish to complete next.

	If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.		If you build two labs and hire 100 scientists as soon as you can afford it, you can research all the most desirable alien technologies within 7-8 months (by July or August). With three labs and 150 scientists, you can research all the best stuff by June or so. More scientists than this will not appreciably speed your progress.

Cesium at 18:43, 15 January 2010

2010-01-15T18:43:27Z

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	==See Also==		==See Also==
	{{Research Navbar}}		{{Research Navbar}}
	[[Category:Research]]		[[Category:Research (EU)]]

Spike: /* '''Stand-alone technologies''' */ Notes

2010-01-07T18:48:19Z

'''Stand-alone technologies''': Notes

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	==='''Stand-alone technologies'''===		==='''Stand-alone technologies'''===

	In addition to the above research sequences, there are four useful technologies which have no research "dependencies" and can be studied directly. Medi-kits and Motion Scanners are two of the initially-available research topics (described [[#Initial research projects\|above]]). Alien Grenades are a substantial improvement over the standard X-COM grenade, packing almost as much punch as a High Explosive, but far easier to carry and throw. Mind Probes can show alien rank and stats (useful for singling out Leaders and Commanders), although their usefulness is dwarfed by that of the Psi-Amp.		In addition to the above research sequences, there are four useful technologies which have no research "dependencies" and can be studied directly. Medi-kits and Motion Scanners are two of the initially-available research topics (described [[#Initial research projects\|above]]). Both enable moderately [[Manufacturing Profitability\|profitable]] manufacturing early in the game. The Motion Sensor is a vital tool when superior enemies force you on the defensive. As your troops grow stronger, Med-kits are a force multiplier that help you take the offensive with more confidence. Alien Grenades are a substantial improvement over the standard X-COM grenade, packing almost as much punch as a High Explosive, but far easier to carry and throw. Mind Probes can show alien rank and stats (useful for singling out Leaders and Commanders), although their usefulness is dwarfed by that of the Psi-Amp.

	[[Medi-Kit]] '''210 4.2 days'''		[[Medi-Kit]] '''210 4.2 days'''