Ion Cube (Subnautica)

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This article is about the Ion Cube. You may be looking for the Ion Crystal Matrix.

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Uses in Crafting

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Data Bank Entry

These alien cubes each store the equivalent energy of a small nuclear detonation. The alien technology is able to keep the stored atoms in a permanently stable state, however under the right conditions the reaction could be re-catalyzed and the energy released in a controlled manner. They were likely used as batteries, storing power generated at the main reactor and then transported wherever they were needed. Assessment: Possible source of escape-velocity energy?

Future Plans

• Five Ion Cube will be used to create an Ion Crystal Matrix.

Gallery

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  An Ion Cube held in the Player's hands

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  An Ion Cube on a pedestal in the Quarantine Enforcement Platform

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  Another Ion Cube on a pedestal in the Disease Research Facility

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  Yet another Ion Cube on a pedestal, in the Lost River Laboratory

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  An Ion Cube Deposit in the Alien Thermal Plant

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  Concept Art

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