Barricade

Additional Facts

 * The Level 9 Barricade was introduced with the addition of the Level 7 Command Center.  Game Update : Feb, 13th 2014.
 * 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.
 * Units Defending a Player's Base may pass through their own Barricades.
 * Enemy Attacking Units may not pass through Barricades allowing the Defending Player the possibility of controlling the attack approaches and leading the Enemy into Defensive Fire.
 * Barricades Level 5 and above absorb Direct Fire from Ground Units while allowing the Defending Units to shoot unobstructed.
 * Barricades Level 5 and above do not obstruct 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 required for upgrading Barricades to Level 5 and above.
 * The number of available Barricades is determined by the Level of the Command Center.
 * New Barricades may be placed in Back to Back succession.
 * Placed Barricades may be moved by Right Clicking them or by holding "SHIFT" + Left Clicking them.

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

- In-Game 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 impenetrable barrier around your base."

- Level 8 description

"Level 9 Barricades from the virtually impenetrable barrier around your base."

- Level 9 description

"My analysis of human behavior has revealed that most women suffer from an unhealthy amount of insecurity. can you surround the Command Center with barricades so I can "feel" more safe and loved?"

- R.U.B.I. - Mission Challenge

"Further analysis has taught me that human men like to feel that women need them. From now on, I'll attempt to provide this type of feedback for you. Oh, Commander, I'm such a lucky girl to have you protecting me. How did I do?"

- R.U.B.I. - Mission Complete

Related Game Updates

 * Game Update: 2013 March 7
 * Introducing Improved barricades-eight new levels of defense to help you protect your base! Barricades level 5 and above also provide protection from direct fire.
 * Game Update: 2013 March 29
 * You can now have as many as 160 Barricades protecting your base. Line 'em up, Commander - the battle never ends!
 * Game Update: 2014 January 15
 * Placing Barricades is easier than ever! you now have the ability to lay multiple barricades in back to back succession. Additionally you can also hold SHIFT+Left Click to move any building around your base!
 * Game Update: 2014 February 13
 * Tired of getting owned by enemy Spectres and Titans? The turret-protected Level 7 Command Center is now available!  This building will give you ability to upgrade your Drone Silo, Go-Go Bar and Barricades. (Ref : Kixeye Forum Thread)

External Links

 * Kixeye Forum Thread : Introducing: Improved Barricade Placement Thread.
 * Kixeye Forum Thread : Official Discussion: Placing Barricades.
 * Wikipedia - Barricade - Barricade In Real Life

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