Phoenix Logs/UNSC Buildings/Firebase


 * Forward operating base.


 * Lightweight firebase modules can be delivered directly to the battlefield by
 * Condor dropships. The modules then unpack and can assemble basic structures
 * and UNSC weapons systems, protected by up to four turret emplacements.
 * Upgrading the firebase to a combat station allows basic infantry to be
 * deployed. While the command center and headquarters expansions make
 * additional units available. Each upgrade also opens additional build locations for
 * support structures.


 * The Spirit of Fire's expeditionary firebases trade a portion of the original Heron-
 * transported "pod" system's operational flexibility for substantial mass and
 * resource savings. Unlike the older pod firebases, additional pre-manufactured
 * base structures must be transported to the firebase rather than assembled on-
 * site, but this method saves irreplaceable strategic resources aboard the Spirit of
 * Fire. The older pod bases remain in reserve, with the Heron dropships used
 * exclusively for mass deployment of cargo and troops in secured rear areas.