Reinforcements

Reinforcements is one of the several different types of research items. This research item costs 5 BP.
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== Description ==
Building the reinforcement upgrade station allows helicopters to drop respawning marines into battle (Planetary Campaign description).
* Respawning marines are dropped on the front
* Respawn speed is 30% faster
* New marines are inspired to fire 300% faster
* Each heli-drop costs 1.5 ammo
* Morale loss from death decreased 50% (Planetary Campaign)
This research accelerates Marine respawn times and facilitates their revival in proximity to the area of their demise, rather than at a base. Upon respawn, marines are temporarily invulnerable, infused with an "inspired" state similar to that bestowed by an officer. For six seconds, they shoot at triple speed.
However, each marine respawn now consumes 1.5 ammo. In cases where ammo is unavailable, marines respawn at bases as usual.
== Usage ==
Reinforcements research is designed to support combat strategies involving repeated assaults. By employing Reinforcements, a "Once more into the breach!" approach can be executed, sending marines back into the fray rapidly.
For effective utilization of Reinforcements, it is recommended to combine it with Life Support, ensuring marines live for a minimum of 27 seconds. While this research provides tactical advantages, it's essential to evaluate whether it aligns with the overall strategy, considering the accompanying ammo consumption and potential allocation of Build Points.
Category:Research items