1. Summon Tokens (Time-locked Resource)
-Each Summon Token has a cooldown (currently 30–45 days in-world, depending on upgrades).
-Kael began with one (used to summon Ghost from the Halo universe).
-He earns new tokens either by:
--Completing key missions/quests
--Leveling up MercNet capacity
--Unlocking Summoning Facility Upgrades (e.g., AI Core, Multiversal Beacon)
2. Base Capacity and Facilities
-Each summon takes space and system load.
-Early Outrider Station = small MercNet node (8-unit limit, shared by people & AI)
-To summon more, Kael must:
--Upgrade Barracks or Summon Capacity
--Install Housing Facilities for specific types (e.g. AI Core, Biotech Chambers, Starship Docks)
--Increase MercNet Level or Credits total
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Timeline Clarification
Event | Days Before Podrace | Notes
Arrival on Tatooine | ~180 days |Kael receives newbie rewards
Ghost summoned | ~170–175 days |First Summon Token used
Joining Bounty Guild | ~170–30 days |No new tokens granted yet
Boonta Eve Classic | Day 0 |Second token becomes available
Cortana summoned |Shortly after Boonta Eve |Token used, AI facility queued
So those ~170 days between Ghost and Cortana were:
Used for establishing his identity, completing Tier I tasks
Earning credits to buy base upgrades (e.g. dorms, scanners)
Unlocking Outrider Station, which enables long-term operations