Tadpole
v3 → v4
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Added comprehensive article for the Tadpole vehicle, including stats, recipe, fragment locations, upgrades, chassis options, and databank entry.
-| Property | Details |+| Feature | Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Type** | Vehicle (Submersible) | | **Description** | Core module for Tadpole vehicular mobility and manipulation suite. Native speed: 8m/s. |-| **Health** | 100 (no module), 150 (with Strike Plate module) |-| **Crush Depth** | 250m (Base), 450m (Mk. 1 Module), 800m (Mk. 2 Module/Creative) |+| **Health** | 100 (no module), 150 (with strike plate module) |+| **Crush Depth** | 250m (No Module), 450m (Depth Module Mk. 1), 800m (Depth Module Mk. 2 / Creative Mode) | | **Source** | Vehicle Fabricator | | **Fragments Required** | 3 | -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** 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 but 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 while another pilots it.+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 | **Crafted at:** 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.+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.+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.+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 at day.+ ### Repairing -When damaged, the Tadpole's health can be restored using a **Repair Tool**.+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 known fragment locations:+Three fragments must be scanned to unlock the Tadpole blueprint. Below are known fragment locations: -| Coordinates & Depth | Description | Image |+| Coords & Depth | Description | Image | | :--- | :--- | :--- |-| -347630, 465928 @ 125m | Beneath the **Great Jaw** |  |-| -352967, 450530 @ 88m | In a **Colonist Bunker** West of the big hole |  |-| -338250, 444410 @ 90m | Partway down the trench just SW of the **Welcome Center** |  |-| -306829, 465456 @ 90m | South of the **Hot Cave Basecamp** |  |-| -271190, 434613 @ 150m | Outside the front hatch of the **Tadpole Pens** |  |-| -268969, 435418 @ 150m | Docked in the **Tadpole Pens** |  |-| -309359, 408047 @ 65m | In the **Lander Garage** wreck |  |-| -313037, 401444 @ 45m | North of the **Lander Garage** wreck |  |-| -322745, 389389 @ 35m | In the **Plateaus** NE of the **Old Habitat** |  |-| -339070, 391576 @ 60m | Near the **Old Habitat** |  |-| -289066, 446929 @ 125m | On the North side of the **Tailings Village** |  |-| -276853, 440938 @ 145m | SW of the **Tadpole Pens** |  |+| -347630, 465928 @ 125m | Beneath the Great Jaw |  |+| -352967, 450530 @ 88m | In a Colonist Bunker West of the big hole |  |+| -338250, 444410 @ 90m | Partway down the trench just SW of the Welcome Center |  |+| -306829, 465456 @ 90m | South of the Hot Cave Basecamp |  |+| -271190, 434613 @ 150m | Outside the front hatch of the Tadpole Pens |  |+| -268969, 435418 @ 150m | Docked in the Tadpole Pens |  |+| -309359, 408047 @ 65m | In the Lander Garage wreck |  |+| -313037, 401444 @ 45m | North of the Lander Garage wreck |  |+| -322745, 389389 @ 35m | In the Plateaus NE of the Old Habitat |  |+| -339070, 391576 @ 60m | Near the Old Habitat |  |+| -289066, 446929 @ 125m | On the North side of the Tailings Village |  |+| -276853, 440938 @ 145m | SW of the Tadpole Pens |  | ## 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 it. | ❌ | **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 the 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. | ❌ | **Observatory Island** | ~196 m | −2146, 4440 |+|  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, making hostile Lifeforms less likely to notice it. | N/A | ❌ | Root Canyon | ~375 m | −1452, 4021 |+|  Engine Efficiency | Optimizes engine function in real time to reduce power use. | -20% per module (up to -80%). | ✅ | Karakorum Power Plant | ~139 m | −2068, 4257 |+|  Photovoltaic Charger | Rapidly recharges the Power Cell of the Tadpole during daytime. | While above 40m depth. 15-30% charge per hour. | ❌ | Karakorum Power Plant | ~94 m | −1613, 4588 |+|  Strike Armor | Provides the Tadpole additional physical resistance from attacks & collisions. | 50% damage reduction. | ❌ | Observatory Island | ~196 m | −2146, 4440 | ### Chassis -The Tadpole can dock with various chassis to alter its functionality.- | Chassis | Function | Velocity (m/s) | Source | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |-|  **Scout Ray Chassis** | Increased speed and maneuverability; wings fold when not in use. Preserves rear hardpoint. Can be detached/deconstructed with Habitat Builder. | 10m/s | Craftable |-|  **Tadpole Haul Chassis** | Adds two seats, handlebars, 15-slot storage, and two hardpoints. Allows four players to travel. Features under-body camera. Can be detached/deconstructed with Habitat Builder. | 8m/s | Craftable |+|  Scout Ray Chassis | Allowing for both increased speed and maneuverability, at the cost of greatly increasing the vehicle's width. When the vehicle is not in use the wings fold away. Preserves the hardpoint at the back. Can be detached and deconstructed with the Habitat Builder. | 10m/s | Craftable |+|  Tadpole Haul Chassis | Adds two seats and a handlebar, a 15-slot storage, and two hardpoints. Allows four players to travel with a single vehicle. Each spot has an oxygen port. Also features a camera under the main body that can be used to make navigation and locating resources easier. Can be detached and deconstructed with the Habitat Builder. | 8m/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+—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.*- -*One of the Tadpole Fragments located under the Great Jaw.* ## Trivia -* The PDA mentions an unreleased **Bullfrog Work Mech** chassis.+* The PDA mentions an unreleased Bullfrog Work Mech chassis.
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