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<p>Created page with &quot; = Introduction to Invention in EVE Online = Invention is one of the core pillars of Tech II industry in EVE Online. It is the process that allows industrialists to take &#039;&#039;&#039;Tech I blueprint copies (BPCs)&#039;&#039;&#039; and attempt to convert them into &#039;&#039;&#039;Tech II blueprint copies&#039;&#039;&#039;, which are required to manufacture advanced ships, modules, drones, and equipment. Without invention, most Tech II production simply does not exist. It is the gateway between basic manufacturing and high...&quot;</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div><br /> = Introduction to Invention in EVE Online =<br /> Invention is one of the core pillars of Tech II industry in EVE Online. It is the process that allows industrialists to take &#039;&#039;&#039;Tech I blueprint copies (BPCs)&#039;&#039;&#039; and attempt to convert them into &#039;&#039;&#039;Tech II blueprint copies&#039;&#039;&#039;, which are required to manufacture advanced ships, modules, drones, and equipment.<br /> <br /> Without invention, most Tech II production simply does not exist. It is the gateway between basic manufacturing and high-end advanced industry.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = What Is Invention? =<br /> Invention is an industrial process where:&lt;blockquote&gt;A Tech I blueprint copy is combined with datacores, decryptors, and sometimes other components to attempt to create a Tech II blueprint copy.&lt;/blockquote&gt;It is not guaranteed success. Instead, it is a &#039;&#039;&#039;probability-based system&#039;&#039;&#039;, meaning:<br /> <br /> * Some invention jobs succeed<br /> * Some fail<br /> * Efficiency depends on skills, materials, and modifiers<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Why Invention Exists =<br /> EVE’s economy is designed so that:&lt;blockquote&gt;Tech II blueprints are not freely available in unlimited supply&lt;/blockquote&gt;Instead of direct acquisition, players must:<br /> <br /> * Research Tech I blueprints<br /> * Use invention to create Tech II copies<br /> * Manufacture Tech II items from those copies<br /> <br /> This creates:<br /> <br /> * Market scarcity<br /> * Industrial competition<br /> * Ongoing demand for datacores and materials<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = What Can Be Invented? =<br /> Invention applies to a wide range of Tech II items, including:<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Ships ==<br /> <br /> * Frigates<br /> * Destroyers<br /> * Cruisers<br /> * Battlecruisers (selected variants)<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Modules ==<br /> <br /> * Weapons<br /> * Tank modules<br /> * Electronic warfare modules<br /> * Utility systems<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Drones ==<br /> <br /> * Combat drones<br /> * Logistics drones<br /> * Electronic warfare drones<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 4. Ammunition and Charges ==<br /> <br /> * Tech II ammo types<br /> * Specialized charges for advanced weapons<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = The Invention Process (High-Level) =<br /> Invention follows a structured workflow:<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 1 – Create or Acquire a Tech I BPC ==<br /> <br /> * Blueprint copies are obtained through copying or market acquisition<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 2 – Gather Datacores ==<br /> Datacores are consumed during invention.<br /> <br /> Common types include:<br /> <br /> * Engineering datacores<br /> * Electronic datacores<br /> * Mechanical datacores<br /> * Science-specific variants<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 3 – Add Optional Components (Decryptors) ==<br /> Decryptors modify:<br /> <br /> * Success chance<br /> * Number of runs<br /> * Material efficiency of resulting BPC<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 4 – Run Invention Job ==<br /> The job is processed in an industry facility or structure.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 5 – Outcome ==<br /> <br /> * Success → Tech II BPC created<br /> * Failure → materials consumed, no output<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Key Mechanics of Invention =<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Success Chance ==<br /> Invention is probabilistic, meaning:&lt;blockquote&gt;You are never guaranteed a Tech II blueprint copy&lt;/blockquote&gt;Success rate depends on:<br /> <br /> * Skills<br /> * Datacore type and quantity<br /> * Decryptor usage<br /> * Base blueprint difficulty<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Blueprint Runs ==<br /> Successful invention produces a Tech II BPC with:<br /> <br /> * Limited number of manufacturing runs<br /> * Fixed material requirements per run<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Material Efficiency (ME) and Time Efficiency (TE) ==<br /> Tech II BPCs include modifiers that affect:<br /> <br /> * Material consumption during manufacturing<br /> * Production time<br /> <br /> Decryptors can improve or worsen these values.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Why Invention Matters in Industry =<br /> Invention is critical because it:<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Enables Tech II Production ==<br /> Without invention, most Tech II items cannot be manufactured.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Drives Datacore Demand ==<br /> Datacores become a permanent industrial commodity market.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Creates Industrial Entry Points ==<br /> New players can enter Tech II industry without owning original blueprints.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 4. Supports Entire Supply Chains ==<br /> Invention feeds into:<br /> <br /> * Reactions<br /> * Manufacturing<br /> * Market trading<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Costs Involved in Invention =<br /> Invention is not free. Costs include:<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Datacores ==<br /> Primary recurring cost per attempt.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Blueprint Copies ==<br /> Each invention job consumes a BPC.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Decryptors (Optional) ==<br /> Used to improve outcomes but add significant cost.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 4. Facility Fees ==<br /> Charged by structures or NPC stations.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 5. Opportunity Cost ==<br /> Failed invention jobs consume time and materials without return.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Profitability of Invention =<br /> Invention profitability depends on:<br /> <br /> * Cost of datacores<br /> * Market price of Tech II output<br /> * Success rate efficiency<br /> * Decryptor usage strategy<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Key idea: ==<br /> &lt;blockquote&gt;Invention is profitable only when Tech II output margins exceed the cost of failed attempts.&lt;/blockquote&gt;<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Common Beginner Mistakes =<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Ignoring failure rate ==<br /> Many beginners assume every invention job produces a blueprint.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Overusing expensive decryptors ==<br /> Can destroy profit margins if not calculated properly.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Invention without market research ==<br /> Producing unprofitable Tech II items.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 4. Not scaling invention properly ==<br /> Too few jobs = inconsistent supply chains.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 5. Misjudging datacore costs ==<br /> Datacores are often the largest ongoing expense.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Where Invention Fits in Industry =<br /> Invention sits between:<br /> <br /> Tech I Production<br /> <br /> ↓<br /> <br /> Invention (BPC → T2 BPC)<br /> <br /> ↓<br /> <br /> Tech II Manufacturing<br /> <br /> ↓<br /> <br /> Market / Fleet Use<br /> <br /> It is the &#039;&#039;&#039;gateway step&#039;&#039;&#039; into advanced industry.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Final Summary =<br /> Invention in EVE Online is the process of converting Tech I blueprint copies into Tech II blueprint copies using datacores, optional decryptors, and probability-based outcomes. It is the foundation of Tech II industry and enables the production of advanced ships, modules, drones, and ammunition.<br /> <br /> While it offers a scalable entry point into high-end manufacturing, invention introduces complexity through success rates, material costs, and market dependency. Profitability depends on careful balancing of input costs versus Tech II output value.<br /> <br /> In essence, invention is the bridge between basic manufacturing and advanced industrial production—and mastering it is essential for any industrialist aiming to operate in Tech II markets.</div>

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