Tadpole

+| Property | Details |+| :--- | :--- |+| **Type** | Vehicle (Submersible) |+| **Source** | Vehicle Fabricator |+| **Power Source** | Power Cell |+| **Native Speed** | 8 m/s |+| **Crush Depth** | 250m (Base), 450m (Mk.1), 800m (Mk.2/Creative) |+| **Upgrade Slots** | 4 |+| **Storage** | None (requires Chassis or Portable Locker) |+ +The **Tadpole** is a player-controlled submersible vehicle constructed using the [[Vehicle Fabricator]] within a seabase [[Moonpool]]. It is powered using a [[Power Cell]].+ +The Tadpole features no internal storage compartment. It has four upgrade module slots. Its functionality can be augmented by the attachment of a Chassis. A handlebar is present on either side of the Tadpole, allowing up to two players to hold onto the side of the vehicle.+ +## Recipe+Acquiring the blueprint for the Tadpole requires scanning three fragments. Locations for the fragments can be found below.+ +| Ingredient | Quantity |+| :--- | :--- |+| [[Titanium Ingot]] | 2 |+| [[Glass]] | 1 |+| [[System Chip]] | 1 |+| [[Power Cell]] | 1 |+ +**Crafting Station:** [[Vehicle Fabricator]]+ +## Overview+The Tadpole is a single pilot submersible with an extremely large front window which opens from the top, a large rear propeller and a set of thrusters for omnidirectional movement.+ +Atop the vehicle and behind the cockpit is a [[Power Cell]] socket. Behind the power cell socket is a panel with sockets for four upgrade modules. Two circular interface points are present on both sides of the Tadpole for transmission of power, and an additional [[hardpoint]] is located in the rear for Chassis docking and object mounting. Objects such as a [[Portable Locker]] can be attached to said hardpoint and transported. The Portable Locker is the only form of storage that is possible on the Tadpole without the use of a Chassis.+ +On each side of the vehicle is a long handlebar which players can use to hold on to the Tadpole whilst another player pilots it. Below each handlebar is an oxygen port.+ +The cockpit features a steering wheel which can change shape depending on the equipped chassis.+ +### Recharging+*   The [[Power Cell]] on top of the vehicle can be manually removed for charging.+*   The vehicle automatically recharges while docked at a [[Tadpole Dock]].+*   If you have the [[Photovoltaic Charger]] upgrade, it will automatically charge in shallow water during the day.+ +### Repairing+When damaged, the Tadpole's health can be restored using a [[Repair Tool]].+ +## Fragments+Three fragments are required to unlock the Tadpole blueprint. Below are the known locations:+ +| Coordinates & Depth | Description | Image |+| :--- | :--- | :--- |+| -347630, 465928 @ 125m | Beneath the [[Great Jaw]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 1](Tadpole Fragment 1.png) |+| -352967, 450530 @ 88m | In a [[Colonist Bunker]] West of the big hole | ![Tadpole Fragment 2](Tadpole Fragment 2.png) |+| -338250, 444410 @ 90m | Partway down the trench just SW of the [[Welcome Center]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 3](Tadpole Fragment 3.png) |+| -306829, 465456 @ 90m | South of the [[Hot Cave Basecamp]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 4](Tadpole Fragment 4.png) |+| -271190, 434613 @ 150m | Outside the front hatch of the [[Tadpole Pens]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 5](Tadpole Fragment 5.png) |+| -268969, 435418 @ 150m | Docked in the [[Tadpole Pens]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 6](Tadpole Fragment 6.png) |+| -309359, 408047 @ 65m | In the [[Lander Garage]] wreck | ![Tadpole Fragment 7](Tadpole Fragment 7.png) |+| -313037, 401444 @ 45m | North of the [[Lander Garage]] wreck | ![Tadpole Fragment 8](Tadpole Fragment 8.png) |+| -322745, 389389 @ 35m | In the [[Plateaus]] NE of the [[Old Habitat]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 9](Tadpole Fragment 9.png) |+| -339070, 391576 @ 60m | Near the [[Old Habitat]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 10](Tadpole Fragment 10.png) |+| -289066, 446929 @ 125m | On the North side of the [[Tailings Village]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 11](Tadpole Fragment 11.png) |+| -276853, 440938 @ 145m | SW of the [[Tadpole Pens]] | ![Tadpole Fragment 12](Tadpole Fragment 12.png) |+ +## Upgrades+ +### Modules & Datacard Locations+Upgrade module blueprints are obtained by scanning datacards found in the world.+ +| Upgrade | Function | Detail | Stackable | Biome | Depth | Coordinates |+| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |+| [[Tadpole Depth Module Mk. 1]] | Increases maximum crush depth. | 450m crush depth | ❌ | [[Karakorum Power Plant]] | ~294 m | −2002, 4506 |+| [[Tadpole Depth Module Mk. 2]] | Increases maximum crush depth further. | 800m crush depth | ❌ | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |+| [[Cavitation Muffler]] | Reduces noise produced by the Tadpole. | Hostile lifeforms less likely to notice | ❌ | [[Root Canyon]] | ~375 m | −1452, 4021 |+| [[Engine Efficiency]] | Optimizes engine function to reduce power use. | -20% per module (up to -80%) | ✅ | [[Karakorum Power Plant]] | ~139 m | −2068, 4257 |+| [[Photovoltaic Charger]] | Rapidly recharges Power Cell during daytime. | Above 40m depth; 15-30% charge per hour | ❌ | [[Karakorum Power Plant]] | ~94 m | −1613, 4588 |+| [[Strike Armor]] | Provides additional physical resistance. | 50% damage reduction | ✅ (EA) | [[Observatory Island]] | ~196 m | −2146, 4440 |+ +### Chassis+ +| Chassis | Function | Velocity (m/s) | Source |+| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |+| [[Scout Ray Chassis]] | Allows for increased speed and maneuverability, at the cost of greatly increasing the vehicle's width. Wings fold away when not in use. Preserves the hardpoint at the back. Can be detached/deconstructed with the [[Habitat Builder]]. | 10 m/s | Craftable |+| [[Tadpole Haul Chassis]] | Adds two seats, a handlebar, a 15-slot storage, and two hardpoints. Allows four players to travel. Each spot has an oxygen port. Features a camera under the main body. Can be detached/deconstructed with the [[Habitat Builder]]. | 8 m/s | Craftable |+ +## Databank Entry+**OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS**+ +Versatile single-pilot submarine. Provides unlimited oxygen while powered. Fabricate at a Vehicle Bay next to a moonpool—ensure that the moonpool is large and deep enough to accept the Tadpole. Recharge power cell when depleted. In the event of damage, apply standard repair tool.+ +The Tadpole takes damage when diving below its crush depth. This depth can be upgraded through modifications, fabricated at a modification station and installed via an external access slot.+ +The Tadpole has a single hardpoint for a deployable locker, work light, oxygen generator or other utility item.+ +The Tadpole can be docked to a range of add-on chassis constructed at the Utility Bay:+*   The Scout Ray hydrofoil improves speed+*   The HAUL rig adds a second hardpoint and built-in storage for extra cargo+ +These chassis may be swapped out in the field by undocking and redocking.+ +**BACKGROUND**+The Tadpole sea-space mobility pod is a single-seat, six-degrees-of-freedom personal transport powered by a single replaceable/rechargable power cell. Designed by AI to minimize its resource footprint, the Tadpole is a minimum-cost descendant of the popular and highly mature Seamoth/Spacemoth/Sunmoth series. (Sales brochures describe the Tadpole as an 'aspirational beginning'.) The Tadpole can be fabricated on demand at a vehicle bay, so it is often stored in components.+ +The pod doubles as a command module for a series of dockable chassis, ranging from high-speed hydrofoils to powerful workmechs. With alterations to its propulsion and radiator, it can serve equally well in ocean, atmosphere or space. In its underwater configuration the Tadpole cruises on a long-helix main propeller and steers with four shrouded thrusters.+ +The passenger compartment is sealed with the same selective membrane used on the Super Barrique entry portal, providing both direct canopy access to the cockpit and long-requested catheterless hygiene functions.+ +*"The Tadpole: it's omniphibious."*+ +## Gallery+![Scout Ray Chassis attached to the Tadpole](Tadpole .png)+*Scout Ray Chassis attached to the Tadpole.*+ +![One of the Tadpole Fragments located under the Great Jaw](Tadpole Fragment under the Great Jaw.png)+*One of the Tadpole Fragments located under the Great Jaw.*+ +## Trivia+*   The PDA mentions an unreleased [[Bullfrog Work Mech]] chassis.