Energy Cell Maker
A focused assembly station that combines energy crystals with superconductors to synthesize shield-restoration charges. Weapon housing elements and barrel assemblies repurposed for containment provide the structural framework for precision energy coupling.
productionTier 1 of 4energy_cell_maker
Stats
CategoryProduction
Level1
Build Cost138,000 cr
Build Time110 ticks
Labor Cost7
Always OnNo
Power Draw1
Life Support Draw1
Build Materials
Produces
Upgrade Chain (4 tiers)
| Tier | Facility | Build Cost | Build Time | Labor | Power | Life Sup. | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L1 | Energy Cell Makerthis tier | 138,000 | 110 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| L2 | Shield Charge Plant | 439,000 | 160 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| L3 | Advanced Shield Forge | 1,272,000 | 220 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 7 |
| L4 | Quantum Shield Factory | 3,767,000 | 270 | 35 | 6 | 1 | 8 |
Each tier is built by upgrading the one below it. Cost, build time and power draw climb with the tier; the recipe it runs stays the same.