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.