Barricade

Additional Facts

 * Neither Constructing nor Upgrading a Barricade requires the Dozer.  This means that you do not have to stop any other construction or upgrade that may be in progress to build or upgrade them.
 * The Player receives 400 Experience Points for each Level 1 Barricade constructed. However all subsequent upgrades give no additional XP.
 * Barricades Level 5 and above absorb Direct Fire from Ground Units while allowing the Defender to shoot unobstructed.
 * Barricades Level 5 and above do not obstuct shots from Ground Units that utilize Arc Fire such as the Mortar Team, Rocket Buggy, Razorback and Hellfire.
 * Barricades Level 5 and above can limit the amount of Splash Damage taken by a Building or Unit if placed in between them and the target being struck.
 * Thorium is requried for upgrading Barricades to Level 5 and above.
 * The number of available Barricades is determined by the Level of the Command Center.
 * The Player receives 10,000 Metal / 10,000 Oil for completing Mission: Build 36 Barricades.
 * Besides slowing down the enemy, wall-elements can also be used in a tactical way. By creating small openings on certain places, within reach of your defenses, the enemy forces can be funneled into a deadly trap. In the store tab, you can buy stronger wall-elements for credits.
 * Placing Barricades is easier than ever!
 * You now have the ability to lay multiple Barricades in back to back succession.
 * When purchasing Barricades, the next potential barrier will populate for placement.
 * You can now choose to continue placing barriers until you are finished, and when your base is complete, chose the “Finish” button to exit Barricade placement.
 * This is for new walls, as you are purchasing them.
 * Barriers that you have already purchased will act as they always have.
 * You can, however, hold SHIFT+Left Click to quickly move any existing Barricades around your Base!
 * Get that base in shape, Commander.
 * You’re going to need all hands on deck for next week’s event!

In-Game Quotes
"Use Barricades to fortify your base and protected key buildings and bootlenck enemy forces"

- Level 1 description "Level 2 Barricades offer increased protection from forces"

- Level 2 description "Level 3 Barricades are fitted with a reinforced intimal structure to withstand attacks."

- Level 3 description "Level 4 Barricades come equipped with hardened exterior for more protection."

- Level 4 description "Level 5 Barricades offer enhanced protection from and block direct fire."

- Level 5 description "Level 6 Barricades utilize Thorium to improve armor and block direct fire."

- Level 6 description "Level 7 Barricades provide additional enhanced protection from direct fire"

- Level 7 description "Level 8 Barricades from the virtually inpenetrable barrier around your base."

- Level 8 description

2013 March 29

 * You can now have as many as 160 Barricades protecting your base. Line 'em up, Commander - the battle never ends!

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Related Pages

 * Introducing: Improved Barricade Placement Thread. Discuss Here.