The Wekkarus are the most ancient and mysterious of any of the current factions in Distant Worlds 2.
Due to their unique origins and history, the Wekkarus tend to keep themselves in the dark depths of their deep ocean planets.
Their preferred habitats and unique origins give the Wekkarus several key advantages, such as improved research, due to their ancient knowledge of the galaxy, as well as improved mining rate and access to secret riches of their ocean planets. However, the Wekkarus truly come into their own due to their unique ability to manifest “ghosts” of their ancestors to help them survive the chaos of the galaxy.
The Wekkarus signature Ancestors Among Us ability, allows “ghost” ships, troops, and even some characters to appear in moments of stress to help their fellow Wekkarus in various combat situations and matters of state, including research, diplomacy, and espionage. In fact, the Wekkarus story will delve into the nature of this ability and also reveal a frightful connection to one of the galaxy’s greatest threats. The Wekkarus’ ancient knowledge also grants them a variety of faction-specific technologies, including the powerful Pulse Wave Cannon, a high-powered tractor beam, and a unique shield enhancement component.
Wekkarus victory conditions tie directly into their distrust of invaders, as well as their unique “ghost” characters. More precisely, the Wekkarus have three unique ancient and powerful artifacts scattered across the galaxy they seek to reclaim to restore a portion of their former glory.
Players can expect the following unique features for the Wekkarus when they purchase Distant Worlds 2: Factions – Atuuk and Wekkarus:
- In times of stress, during combat in space and on planet surfaces, as well as certain character actions, the Wekkarus summon their ancient Ancestors for aid. In combat, these ancestors will manifest as “ghost” ships and troops that can tip the scale in the Wekkarus’ favor. Character Ancestors will either manifest at a location that most requires their aid or will provide boons to strengthen diplomatic ties or protect their spies from danger
- Due to their ancient mastery of space travel, their ships are faster and harder to hit, but are more delicate and fragile when taking hits. This also makes them more adept at new engine technologies
- The Wekkarus have a slew of unique technologies for their ships, including their signature Pulse Wave Cannon, the high-powered Constrictor tractor beam, and special shield enhancement component – the HydroCore Capacitor
- Living in the dark depths of Ocean and Deep Ocean planets, the Wekkarus have bonuses to counter-espionage and mining rate. Their unique habitats allow them to dig into the cores of the planets they live on and discover previously hidden resources
- Defensive Caverns facilities make the Wekkarus a tough nut to crack for any invading force, while unwelcome spies will find themselves lost in the labyrinths of Wekkarus cities
- The special Wekkarus connection to their ancestors will occasionally improve the skills of their scientists, letting them uncover hidden knowledge more quickly
- Special exclusive Spy and Scientist traits accenting Wekkarus secrecy and otherworldly wisdom
- Powerful unique artifacts will reveal themselves in the Wekkarus story, which directly strengthen the connection to their ancestors. The artifacts have basic effects for any faction that lays claim to them, though only the Wekkarus can utilize their true power
- Due to their mysterious origins and unique biology, Wekkarus are more resilient to the effects of psychic weapons and abilities than most other factions of Distant Worlds 2
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