Research
Espionage
#Espionage Value: 200 pts
Foundation of covert operations - unlocks spy missions.
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Description
❖The art of gathering intelligence through covert means. Unlocks spy missions and provides +10% Shadow success rate.
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Espionage introduces the shadow arts to your empire. Trained agents can now be dispatched on covert missions to rival empires, gathering valuable intelligence on their defenses, resources, and military strength. This foundational research provides a +10% bonus to Shadow mission success rates and opens the path to more advanced espionage techniques.
Creation
Requirements
Must be present (NOT consumed)
Researches:
Leadership
Costs
Consumed when created
Time 35000
35s Gold 6000
Research 200 pts
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Strategic Context
❖Advisory information only. Does not affect gameplay mechanics.
Advantages
- + Unlocks spy mission system
- + +10% Shadow success rate
- + Opens espionage tech tree
Disadvantages
- - Requires Leadership research
- - Cost: 200 research, 6000 gold
Warnings
- ! Failed missions risk losing spies
Synergies
Countered By
Scaling
Permanent +10% Shadow success rate ratio. Gateway to all espionage branches.