Infiltrator

Infiltrator is a low-tech stealth rover, able to deliver saboteurs past enemy automated turrets. I believe it is the first to use this kind of technology.

How does it work?

Through applied Clangotronics, of course. And a super-secret, nano-material coat of paint applied over a reflective, angular armor.

Actually, it presents itself as a powered-down piece of scrap. That's all there is to it :)

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Okay, but how do I make my own stealth craft?

Turrets will attack any object that is POWERED. They will ignore scrap like unpowered armor blocks (and even some other blocks, like parts of wheels, spotlights... anything harmless). What I did was, I've put the unpowered shell OVER the powered rover through a piston.

The game sees these as two separate objects, so in a way I am hiding behind a piece of scrap.

It's not that easy though... I went through 60 failed prototypes and it still doesn't work flawlessly, so I don't think this blueprint is OP. You need to make sure the shell covers the powered parts perfectly (it is harder than it looks, as turrets can see through the smallest gap).

This gives you immunity to turrets while standing still. Now, to be able to move - you need to move slowly. I've noticed that the closer you get to the turret, the safer you are, but at top range you will have to play some hide and seek. I hope this helps. It was fun making this guy, but it took a lot of testing to discover what "triggers" the turrets.

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INFILTRATOR MANUAL:

- Step next to it and the armored shell will open to reveal the cockpit - There is another entrance in the back, if you are close to the enemy and don't want to be discovered - While standing still, Infiltrator will not be targeted by enemy turrets - If you drive slowly, you can even sneak past turrets, but this requires some practice - If you get under fire, make a full stop to regain stealth. - Heavy armor should be able to absorb some hits. - This stealth tech is not perfect - but it gives you a chance to sneak inside enemy base

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