Editing Stargate Project, Phase 7

'''Stargate Project, Phase 7''' is the seventh phase of the gameplay event [[Stargate Project]]. It begins immediately after completing [[Stargate Project, Phase 6]], when the player is contacted by [[Commander Harken]]. She reports that additional [[Star System]]s have been discovered in the remote [[Sector]], but warns that pirate factions appear to have moved in first. Several systems now contain fortified pirate installations surrounding key [[Neubidium Ore]] resources. The player is advised to proceed with caution and be prepared for combat.

== Objectives ==
To complete Phase 7, the player must deliver:

* 140 [[Zeleon Energy Cell]]
* 160 [[Neubidium Capacitor]]

As in Phase 6, the Stargate must be continuously supplied with 100 MW of power throughout this phase.

== Required Technologies and Production ==
The required materials can be produced using technologies unlocked earlier in the Stargate Project:

* '''[[Neubidium Fabrication]]''' – Requires 4 RP and 3 CP. Unlocks:
** [[Energy Cell Frame Blueprint]]
** [[Neubidium Capacitor Blueprint]]

* '''[[Zeleon Energy Containment]]''' – Requires 4 RP and 3 CP. Unlocks:
** [[Shielded Canister Blueprint]]
** [[Shielded Zeleon Blueprint]]
** [[Zeleon Energy Cell Blueprint]]

These research tasks must be completed by a [[Crew Member#Scientist|Scientist]] aboard a ship equipped with a [[Supercomputer]] and a [[Science Station]].

=== Manufacturing ===
* The neubidium capacitor is crafted at an [[Assembly Table]] using:
** 1 [[Stargate Capacitor]]
** 5 [[Neubidium Ingot]]s

* The zeleon energy cell requires multiple production steps:
** Produce a [[Shielded Canister]] in a [[Fabricator]] using 1 [[Precious Metal]].
** Fill it with [[Stable Zeleon]] in a [[Chemical Lab]] to create [[Shielded Zeleon]].
** Combine the [[Shielded Zeleon]] and an [[Energy Cell Frame]] in an assembly table.

== Sector Changes ==
When the player next enters the stargate sector after starting Phase 7:

* A [[Shipyard]] appears in the starting system, enabling access to [[Contract]]s and a [[Trade]] station.
* Two additional star systems become available, each marked with a red "FORTRESS" label. These are heavily fortified pirate locations in asteroid belts.
* Additional star systems can be discovered by performing [[Sector Scan]]s.
** 5 [[Derelict Ship]]s
** 3 [[Star System#Asteroid Belt|Asteroid Belt]]s
** 2 [[Star System#Zeleon Storm|Zeleon Storm]]s (1 without a Meteor Shower)
** 2 [[Star System#Metreon Nebula|Metreon Nebula]]s

== Pirate Fortresses ==
Each "FORTRESS" system contains:

* A pirate-operated [[Weapons Platform]].
* Multiple pirate combat ships.
* Occasionally, allied ships may be present to assist.
* In some instances, pirate reinforcements will warp in shortly after combat begins — but this does not always occur.

Once the initial pirate forces are destroyed, no additional reinforcements appear on re-entry. Systems remain cleared permanently.

=== Tactical Recommendations ===
Combat in Fortress systems is challenging and demands preparation:

* Powerful pirate ships may appear. Bring a ship optimized for combat.
* Tactical options include:
** **Elimination First** – Engage pirate ships at a distance before approaching the weapons platform.
** **Platform Focus** – Target the platform directly to prevent reinforcements. This carries risk and may lead to losses.
* Once the weapons platform is destroyed, reinforcements will no longer arrive.

== Progression ==
Currently, as of [[Version History#Alpha 16|Alpha 16]], Phase 7 does not have a scripted conclusion. Delivering the required materials and clearing the pirate fortresses does not trigger further objectives or events. The storyline is expected to continue in a future update.

== Notes ==
* The Stargate must be powered with 100 MW during the entire phase.
* Pirate fortresses are static — once cleared, they remain cleared.
* Strong ships and proper tactics are essential for survival.
* At the beginning of Phase 7, shortly after being hailed by Commander Harken, the tutorial Sector Surveying starts. This introduces the player to performing a Sector Scan using either [[Hyperspace Sensor]]s or [[Hyperspace Sensor LR|Hyperspace Sensors LR]] to discover new systems or points of interest.

== See Also ==
* [[Stargate Project]]
* [[Stargate Project, Phase 6]]
* [[Stargate Project, Phase 8]]

[[Category:Stargate Project]]