Ion Cannon
Overview
The Ion Cannon has moderate attack power but very high shields. Its primary value is as a shield absorber that survives many rounds of combat, protecting stronger defence units behind it.
Base Stats
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost | 5,000 Metal · 3,000 Crystal |
| Base weapons | 150 |
| Base shield | 500 |
| Base hull | 8,000 |
| Prerequisites | Shipyard level 4 |
Requirements
- Shipyard level 4
- Ion Technology level 4
Combat Stats with Tech (W/S/A = 10)
| Stat | Base | At 10/10/10 |
|---|---|---|
| Weapons | 150 | 300 |
| Shield | 500 | 1,000 |
| Hull | 8,000 | 16,000 |
Rapid Fire
| Against | RF Value |
|---|---|
| Reaper | ×2 |
Takes rapid fire from: Bomber (×10), Deathstar (×100)
Tips
Tanky Filler
Ion Cannons are not great damage dealers but their 500 base shield absorbs many hits before the hull is threatened. Use them as shield-sponge fillers between your heavy damage dealers.
Cost vs Value
At 8,000 total resources per unit, Ion Cannons are not particularly efficient for damage. Gauss Cannons deal more damage for less metal; reserve Ion Cannons for shield-heavy playstyles.
See Also
Gauss Cannon · Plasma Turret · Heavy Laser · Small Shield Dome
Updated 16 May 2026