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TC patch-notes 2025-09-28 - loganskenove - 09-28-2025
Nexus Update v0.28.0
Secret Research Data – Faction-Exclusive Enhancements
Available to "Captain"-ranked Imperials or Rebels via faction recruiters, this limited-use schematic (75k credits, adjustable by faction modifiers) yields 15 Secret Research Data units.
- Restricted to Master Smugglers for crafting, utilizing generic or weapon stations—no factory production, emphasizing handmade quality.
- Incorporates faction locking for superior results, with a tradeoff in usability.
- Leverages Illicit Assembly/Experimentation skills for optimal outcomes; effectiveness boosts BE additives by 2-10% based on resources and execution.
- Notably, schematics now require Entangle Resistance (ER) as a key resource attribute—a significant addition, given ER's growing role in countering crowd control mechanics across the game.
Medical – Streamlined Healing Protocols
- Pre-consumption checks for DOTs ensure validity (target type, distance, etc.), preventing wasteful applications.
- Bacta abilities and enhancers now function correctly on allies.
- Medical XP awards: 2% of healed health for others, 0.4% for self-heals.
Smuggler – Broadened Illicit Expertise
- Skill mods renamed to Illicit Assembly/Experimentation, expanding coverage to all smuggler crafts—including the vital role in producing high-quality Secret Research Data.
Commando – Enhanced Tactical Depth
Commandos receive substantial attention this patch, addressing prior limitations in action economy and survivability. New modifiers bolster efficiency:
- Heavy Weapon Action Reduction
- AoE Damage Resistance
- Grenade Throwing Distance
- Paired with fresh abilities: It Burns!, Stand Fast, Position Secured, Armor Shredder, and Burn Down!—providing the action boost commandos deserved for more dynamic engagements.
Combat – Refined Engagement Modifiers
- Introduced Creature Hit Bonus (e.g., for Gralinyn Juice): +0.5 accuracy per point against creatures.
- Added Ranged and Melee Damage Mitigation: Limits maximum damage as a percentage of the weapon's range, mitigating high-roll threats.
User Interface – Improved Clarity and Feedback
- Mind Bar extended to group displays.
- Standardized HAM bars for uniform presentation across all views (player, targets, pets, groups).
- New optional HUD element for Food/Drink meters (default: enabled), with tooltips for precise filling data.
- Character sheet updated with integrated fill bars and a cleaner layout.
Space –– Visual and Atmospheric Upgrades
- New 4K planets have been integrated into space systems, delivering a modern, refreshed aesthetic that transforms the feel of interstellar travel.
General – System-Wide Polish
- Crafting engine now fully supports Entangle Resistance as a resource attribute, underscoring its importance in builds.
- Flat-rate regen buffs compatible with percentage-based ones for hybrid regeneration strategies.
- Janta Blood visuals enhanced with updated texture and palette.
- Space fatalities no longer inflict wounds or battle fatigue.
Test Center Frog Love – Developer Tools for Thorough Testing
A dedicated suite of frog enhancements for realistic and extreme scenario testing:
- "Standard Buffs" collection: Includes comprehensive medic enhancements, squad leader perks, and extensive inspiration buffs to simulate live gameplay.
- "God" buffs restricted to God-mode users, calibrated to Nexus standards for balanced evaluation.
- Fixed Inspiration buffs on the frog—they now apply reliably, utilizing an exaggerated point allocation for broad variety (far exceeding entertainer capabilities, purely for testing breadth).
- Added option for capped Secret Research Data under Items → Misc, enabling safe experimentation.
There you have it—v0.28.0, refined for excellence. If queries arise, the Discord channels await.
N3X-U5 signing off.