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= Expedition Depth System =
Each depth increases reward multipliers and risk exposure.

== Depth Multipliers (Realm 1) ==
{| class="wikitable"
!Depth
!Multiplier
!Risk Level
!Fragment Chance
|-
|1
|1.0x
|Low
|Low (10–15%)
|-
|2
|1.5x
|Medium
|Medium (15–20%)
|-
|3
|2.5x
|High
|High (20–30%)
|}

== Depth 1 ==
Purpose:

* Low-risk introduction layer
* Safe extraction farming

Typical Events:

* Derelict Probe
* Abandoned Cargo
* Minor Radiation
* Quiet Drift

Failure Risk:

* Minimal hull damage (0–5%)
* No severe stun outcomes

== Depth 2 ==
Purpose:

* Balanced risk/reward decision point

New Events:

* Pirate Ambush
* Spatial Anomaly
* Abandoned Drone
* Dense Gas Cloud

Failure Outcomes:

* 0–50% loot retained
* 30–60 minute fleet stun
* 10–20% hull damage

== Depth 3 ==
Purpose:

* Fragment farming
* Codex advancement

Events:

* Ancient Beacon
* Collapsing Rift
* Unknown Relic
* Lost Expedition

Failure Outcomes:

* 30–60 minute stun
* Up to 30% hull damage
* Possible full loot loss

== Realm 2+ Depth Expansion ==
{| class="wikitable"
!Realm
!New Depth
!Special Feature
|-
|Realm 3
|Depth 4
|Rally-only optimal layer
|-
|Realm 4
|Depth 5
|Guaranteed fragment
|}