FTL (9)
Tier 0
- Warp Theory: Entrance theory to a semi-real space drive capable of faster than light travel.
- Extra dimensional Drive Theories: Theories involving the existence of other levels of space beyond what is visible.
- Light Rider Theory: The foundations of Light Rider theory involves the surge of energy that a Solar Flare is. This drive works on the functionality of Harnessing the Solar flare to propel the ship, The drive itself molding the Solar flare into a form of Light surge. Riding in what could only be described as a self-formed solar wind. In harnessing the Solar flare, the drive is self-powering. Riding the very edge of c as long as it is enveloped in this artificial solar wind.
- Alcubierre Drive: Unlocks the Alcubierre drive. This is an FTL drive with a max theoretical speed of 0.42 LY/d.
- Warp Drive: A massive upgrade to the Alcubierre drive, increasing its max speed greatly. Very expensive in space and power, but has a top speed of 1.25 LY/d at this first version.
- FTL Phenomena Studies: Studies are launched into the nature of some unknown phenomena detected in parts of some systems, requires actual IC encounter with one of such occurrences to depart down this line.
- Gen II Warp Drive: An expansion on the Warp Drive system to increase its drive speed by 0.25 LY/d. Speed is 1.50 LY/d.
- Gate Theory: Scientists begin investing into a gated form of FTL drives, the theory holding that a gate enables much higher speeds than otherwise possible.
- FTL Gateways: With the research finished, Gateways are now a possibility with the drive used for gate theory (Gates are 3x faster than the base drive, but require a gate on each end)