The Data on the screamer-class finishes transmitting to nicepoints computer. What he finds is very interesting.
Subject Caste: Screamer
Adult Length: Approx. 1.5 m (5ft)
The Screamer appears to be a hive caste that bears some similarities to the Runner Caste; the key difference being it's size and build. While a runner is built similarly to a cheetah, the screamer bears greater resemblance to a simple monitor lizard.
Screamers have been known to possess extremely powerful vocal cords, as well as the ability to emit soundwaves in a previously unknown frequency that neither human nor animal can pick up on. However, all denizens of the hive seem to be capable of hearing this frequency.
They are also known to possess significantly more intelligence then the rest of the hive, able to not only coordinate strategic movements with the rest of the hive's denizens; but also adapt them to changing circumstances. The intelligence they possess is on par with a veteran military general if put to comparison.
A live specimen is required for study if we are to fully understand this caste and counteract them.
Turn 61 Results
The Space Station activates the LTS, tracking both
Drones and the
First Enhanced Glider.
Orbital Deployment Module launches a care package to the surface, which deploys into a shield generator. It will absorb 500 damage for the players before going inactive.
SOBP fires another incendiary round. The result is similar:
All enemies have caught fire.
TableSalt grabs a hammer and bashes it against the
First Enhanced Glider. Inflicting 120
(+25%) physical damage.
Redconer performs a Magnum Kick on the
First Enhanced Glider. Inflicting 140
(+75%) physical damage.
ZeUberMedic finishes upgrading the MG-42 to a laser variant, returning to battle!
HVACS-1 & 2 arrive at the military base and join the defense!
AEGIS-3 & HVACS-4 retreat back to the bunker.
AEGIS-1 directs it's fire to the
First Drone. Inflicting 140
(-5%) energy damage.
AEGIS-2 delivers potent laser fire upon the
First Enhanced Glider. Inflicting 135
(+25%) energy damage.
HVACS-1 coordinates an attack on the
First Drone. Inflicting 165
(-5%) physical damage.
HVACS-2 joins alongside HVACS-1, shredding into the
First Drone for 150
(-5%) physical damage.
The Goliath Tank fires the
Incendiary MLRS at the
First Drone. Inflicting 160
(-5%) bomb-element damage.
The Ice Golem casts
Coldsnap. Freezing the
First Enhanced Runner solid.
The Ice Warriors launch frigid missiles, delivering 140 physical damage to the
First Enhanced Runner. The attack shatters the ice and doubles the damage.
The T-70 fires it's main gun at the
First Enhanced Glider. Inflicting 110
(+25%) physical damage.
Tuevon orders Taval to assemble a robot squad specifically designed to capture a screamer. They will accompany an AVLAC heading towards the mountains.
Hive Incursion
Wave 3-of-3
Drone
[1]
A spineless, flexible creature; that appears to be the only male among the other denizens of the hive.
The drone is physically tough and difficult to bring down.
916/1500
Afflicted with 'Stalwart Servitude'
(This unit cannot be made an ally)
Afflicted with 'Thick Skin'
(Takes 30% less damage)
Afflicted with 'Armored Skull'
(Cannot be headshot or suffer critical damage)
Afflicted with 'High Pain Tolerance'
(This unit is difficult to stun)
Afflicted with 'Pinpointed'
(Takes 25% more damage)
(-50% evasion)
Afflicted with 'On Fire'
(Takes 5% of maximum health as damage each cycle)
The First Drone rips into the shield, inflicting 235 damage.
Drone
[2]
A spineless, flexible creature; that appears to be the only male among the other denizens of the hive.
The drone is physically tough and difficult to bring down.
1500/1500
Afflicted with 'Stalwart Servitude'
(This unit cannot be made an ally)
Afflicted with 'Thick Skin'
(Takes 30% less damage)
Afflicted with 'Armored Skull'
(Cannot be headshot or suffer critical damage)
Afflicted with 'High Pain Tolerance'
(This unit is difficult to stun)
Afflicted with 'Pinpointed'
(Takes 25% more damage)
(-50% evasion)
Afflicted with 'On Fire'
(Takes 5% of maximum health as damage each cycle)
The Second Drone cleaves it's claws through the shield, inflicting 276 damage, destroying the shield.
Enhanced Glider
[1]
A stronger variation of the normal glider, identifiable by the red skin and darkened frills.
It is tougher to bring down and can dish out heavy damage from above.
544/1250
Afflicted with 'Stalwart Servitude'
(This unit cannot be made an ally)
Afflicted with 'Pinpointed'
(Takes 25% more damage)
(-50% evasion)
Afflicted with 'On Fire'
(Takes 5% of maximum health as damage each cycle)
Afflicted with 'Airborne'
(Cannot be attacked by melee or short-range attacks)
The First Enhanced Glider launches itself airborne.
Enhanced Glider
[2]
A stronger variation of the normal glider, identifiable by the red skin and darkened frills.
It is tougher to bring down and can dish out heavy damage from above.
1250/1250
Afflicted with 'Stalwart Servitude'
(This unit cannot be made an ally)
Afflicted with 'On Fire'
(Takes 5% of maximum health as damage each cycle)
Afflicted with 'Airborne'
(Cannot be attacked by melee or short-range attacks)
The Second Enhanced Glider launches itself airborne.
Enhanced Runner
[1]
A stronger variation of runner, identifiable by it's color.
It is faster, tougher, and smarter then a normal runner, and also possesses a ranged spit attack.
545/825
Afflicted with 'Stalwart Servitude'
(This unit cannot be made an ally)
Afflicted with 'Unbreakable Speed'
(This unit has a high evade capability)
(This boost can only be slightly weakened)
Afflicted with 'Caustic Spit'
(Spit attack ignores armor)
Afflicted with 'On Fire'
(Takes 5% of maximum health as damage each cycle)
The First Enhanced Runner launches caustic spit at the T-70. Inflicting 185 damage directly to health. The acid eats through the tanks main system and causes it to explode.
Enhanced Runner
[2]
A stronger variation of runner, identifiable by it's color.
It is faster, tougher, and smarter then a normal runner, and also possesses a ranged spit attack.
825/825
Afflicted with 'Stalwart Servitude'
(This unit cannot be made an ally)
Afflicted with 'Unbreakable Speed'
(This unit has a high evade capability)
(This boost can only be slightly weakened)
Afflicted with 'Caustic Spit'
(Spit attack ignores armor)
Afflicted with 'On Fire'
(Takes 5% of maximum health as damage each cycle)
The Second Enhanced Runner curls into a ball and speeds into Redconer. Severing his leg and causing 'Bleeding'.