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Locus of Control

Set up a base of operations for Section 31 agents on your Station.

Overview

Warp required1
Operations level45
Warp for completion100
Warp via superhighway1
Completion via superhighway100

Costs & rewards

Mission rewards

Forbidden Tech Tier-Up Catalyst
Objective ID842,416,046
Amount90
Recon Locus Schematics
Objective ID842,416,046
Amount30
Aggregation Smuggled Studies
Objective ID842,416,046
Amount100
Forbidden Tech Protomatter
Objective ID842,416,046
Amount450

Objectives

Objective 1

ObjectiveConstruct the Recon Locus building.
Required level1

Objective 2

ObjectiveLocate Sloan's agents.
DestinationFinnikus

Objective 3

ObjectiveDestroy the Aggregation enforcer.
EncounterAggregation Enforcer
Opponent strength8,177,045
DestinationFinnikus

Objective 4

ObjectiveCollect 32000 Common Reclaimed Loot by destroying the Aggregation hostiles in the Finnikus system.
ResourceCommon Reclaimed Loot
Amount32,000

Objective 5

ObjectiveReturn to your Station.

Objective 6

ObjectiveExchange Common Reclaimed Loot into 2000 Common Aggregation Banners in the Aggregation Refinery.
ResourceCommon Aggregation Banner
Amount2,000

Objective 7

ObjectiveUse Common Aggregation Banners to claim a Common Bundle in the Aggregation Refinery.
ResourceMission Token
Amount1

Dialogue

Mission dialogue

Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
I see Heerden’s crew members are back in one piece, and the Aggregation lost a few of their ships on your way home. Impressive.
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
The Aggregation never even had a chance – all thanks to the Commander. So, what’s our next assignment? When are we heading out?
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
The Aggregation isn’t easy to throw off the tail. You must lie low until Section 31 fabricates your new identities and ensures our data security. In the meantime, your team will repay the Commander.
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Is that… I can’t believe my own eyes – the Recon Locus is finally a reality! I assume you need a team of real professionals in order to adequately staff it, am I right?
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
Your shrewdness doesn’t let you down, Agent Heerden.
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Good thing the Commander has gathered all that Common Reclaimed Loot from earlier.
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
How can we use it?
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
My team will upload our analysis programs to the Recon Locus computers, allowing you to learn the Aggregate’s weak spots through the data gathered from the loot.
Objective ID
1,190,467,753
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Try it right now – use the Common Reclaimed Loot to create Common Aggregation Banners in the Aggregation Refinery.
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Commander, an unauthorized guest on our bridge. I tried to stop them, but–
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
No need to fret. My presence is a sign of trust. You’ll have to believe that I had a reason to intrude, and an urgent one.
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
Discretion is the key to our success, and Section 31 has always relied on the agents as the main source of data for our operations. However, things have changed.
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
With multiple threats like the Aggregation arising, we must establish a centralized base of operations. The challenge is finding the location: no place is safe enough for a secret intelligence organization.
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
But you have proved yourself to me, Commander, and your Station might just be one of the most secure places in this quadrant. So, I suggest a deal: our recon data in exchange for a plot on your Station.
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
This knowledge will, undoubtedly, benefit us greatly, but such extensive work requires a specialized workspace. Your team must have certain requirements.
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
Perhaps these Recon Locus blueprints would be of use? A promising prototype that was pushed to the back of a drawer, yet perfectly suitable for our needs.
Objective ID
121,890,852
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Calculating compatibility… The plans fit perfectly with our current designs. Thank you, Sloan. We will use these blueprints to begin construction.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
The Aggregation vessel is neutralized, but some enforcers remain on the trade ship.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Wait… their biosigns are changing. All of the hostiles aboard have been rendered unconscious.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
A quick fight with a stun gun always lifts my mood… All decks are secured, we’re in the clear – thanks to you, Commander. You must be Sloan’s aide if you sent that transmission.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Affirmative. You are safe for now, but backup must be on its way. Has your identity been compromised?
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Almost, but the timing of your arrival saved us. The enemy has no information about our true purpose here.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Then we must leave – Sloan is awaiting you at the Commander’s Station. Hostile Aggregation vessels are about to swarm us. We must leave at once.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Actually… This might work in our favor, Commander. We’ve been collecting all sorts of stolen loot from the Aggregation vessels to study their systems and ascertain their weaknesses.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Sloan wouldn’t be happy with us returning empty-handed, and we need some cover to erase any sensitive information from this ship’s computer.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
See those Aggregation Pawns? Their cargo is brimming with stolen stuff. If we can alleviate them of enough Common Reclaimed Loot, it will be enough to satisfy Sloan.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Blasting two asteroids with one torpedo, right?
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
This is a rational approach. The Recon Locus building will require us to supply our team with materials to study.
Objective ID
1,998,192,351
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
A fleet of hostile vessels is closing in. We must defeat Aggregation Pawn hostiles and gather 32000 Common Reclaimed Loot.
Objective ID
2,091,733,669
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
The Vanden system is quite busy with trading vessels and Aggregation patrols – manually checking every vessel would take too much time. Transmitting the short-range message that Sloane has shared with us.
Objective ID
2,091,733,669
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
We are being hailed from a nearby cargo vessel. Patching through.
Objective ID
2,091,733,669
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Oh… Independent! You must be the customer our friend told us to wait for. I’m sorry, the timing isn’t perfect–
Objective ID
2,091,733,669
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Aggregation Enforcer
Dialogue
Move aside! This vessel is under my control, Independent. You'd better leave now, or the vacuum of space will be your tomb!
Objective ID
2,091,733,669
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
If the Aggregation enforcers find any piece of classified information, it could compromise the safety of Section 31’s operatives. Luckily, we still have time to fix that.
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Construction of the Recon Locus building is complete, but it will require staff in order to function at full capacity.
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
Do not worry – I know a team that might be of use to you; however, they might require your help first.
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
My operatives in the Aggregation sector have sent a troubling report regarding their last assignment, and I fear they might’ve been compromised.
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
The crew was instructed to arrive at Finnikus and wait for extraction. Sending another agent would put the whole operation at risk, but you will fit right in, Commander.
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
A reasonable suggestion. How do we identify your team’s ship?
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
The crew pilots an independent trade vessel; what distinguishes them from the others is an automated response to an encoded short-range transmission. I already sent it to your systems.
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
Extract them from the hostile area and ensure that no information from their ship gets leaked. I will await your return at your Station. Section 31 relies on you, Commander.
Objective ID
810,477,949
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
The operatives’ situation sounds urgent. We should depart immediately.
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_end
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
You have a knack for this line of work, Commander! You know the ropes now, but there’s always room for improvement – I can’t wait to see what results we’ll achieve together.
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_end
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
Good job, Agent Heerden. You seem to enjoy the Commander’s company, but don’t get too comfortable – you still work for me.
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_end
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
Assist the Commander with setting up the Recon Locus to ensure the safety of the quadrant from the Aggregation, but stay alert. I will return soon with another assignment.
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_end
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
We will be ready, boss.
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_end
Character
Luther Sloan
Dialogue
I wouldn’t expect anything less than that. Farewell, Commander. Until we meet again.
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Seeing the results of our labor is the most satisfying part of my job, Commander. However, we’re not done yet. The Aggregation Banners are just raw pieces of data.
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Their real value lies in unlocking the secrets of our foes. I don’t need a special program to see that our research will give you something valuable in your fight against the Aggregation!
Objective ID
842,416,046
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Go on, check what you can find using Common Aggregation Banner to claim a Common Bundle in the Aggregation Refinery.
Objective ID
969,000,812
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Heerden, we have all the materials you requested. Is your crew ready to depart?
Objective ID
969,000,812
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Heerden
Dialogue
Yes, we’re good to go. Can’t wait to see your Station, Commander – it just might be the safest place in the quadrant for us. Awaiting transportation.
Objective ID
969,000,812
Phase
dialogue_start
Character
Maia
Dialogue
Seven to beam up… Everyone is accounted for. It is time we report to Sloan.