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<p>Created page with &quot; = Introduction to Reactions in EVE Online = Reactions are one of the core pillars of advanced industry in EVE Online, sitting between raw resource extraction and high-end manufacturing. They are the industrial process that converts &#039;&#039;&#039;moon materials and gases into refined components&#039;&#039;&#039;, which are then used in Tech II production, capital construction, and advanced industrial supply chains. For many players, reactions represent the moment industry stops being simple extr...&quot;</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div><br /> = Introduction to Reactions in EVE Online =<br /> Reactions are one of the core pillars of advanced industry in EVE Online, sitting between raw resource extraction and high-end manufacturing. They are the industrial process that converts &#039;&#039;&#039;moon materials and gases into refined components&#039;&#039;&#039;, which are then used in Tech II production, capital construction, and advanced industrial supply chains.<br /> <br /> For many players, reactions represent the moment industry stops being simple extraction or manufacturing—and becomes a true production economy.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = What Are Reactions? =<br /> Reactions are industrial processes that:&lt;blockquote&gt;Convert raw inputs (mostly moon ore or gas) into more valuable refined materials.&lt;/blockquote&gt;They are run in specialised structures and require reaction blueprints.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == In simple terms: ==<br /> <br /> * Mining = gathering raw materials<br /> * PI = planetary production<br /> * Reactions = chemical refining and transformation<br /> <br /> They sit in the middle of the industrial chain.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = What Do Reactions Produce? =<br /> Reactions create intermediate materials used across EVE’s economy.<br /> <br /> == Common outputs include: ==<br /> <br /> === 1. Advanced Moon Materials ===<br /> Used in Tech II manufacturing.<br /> <br /> Examples:<br /> <br /> * Carbon Polymers<br /> * Ceramic Powder<br /> * Crystalline Carbonide<br /> * Silicon Diborite<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> === 2. Polymer Materials ===<br /> Used in advanced components and Tech II production chains.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> === 3. Fuel and Structure Inputs ===<br /> Some reaction outputs feed directly into:<br /> <br /> * Structure fuel blocks<br /> * Starbase / Upwell fuel chains<br /> * Capital industry<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> === 4. Gas Products ===<br /> Used in:<br /> <br /> * Booster production<br /> * Tech II components<br /> * Strategic materials<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Where Reactions Take Place =<br /> Reactions do not happen in standard stations. They require specialised industrial structures.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Refineries (Main Reaction Structures) ==<br /> Refineries are the primary location for reactions.<br /> <br /> They:<br /> <br /> * Process moon ore<br /> * Run reaction blueprints<br /> * Provide bonuses to efficiency<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Player-Owned Structures (Upwell Structures) ==<br /> Most industrial corporations run reactions in:<br /> <br /> * Refineries<br /> * Citadels with industrial services<br /> <br /> These structures allow:<br /> <br /> * Lower taxes<br /> * Better efficiency<br /> * Corp-controlled industry chains<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Types of Reactions =<br /> There are several categories of reactions depending on input type and complexity.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Simple Reactions ==<br /> <br /> * One input → one output<br /> * Basic refinement of raw materials<br /> <br /> Example:<br /> <br /> * Moon ore → refined material<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Composite Reactions ==<br /> <br /> * Multiple inputs → advanced materials<br /> * More complex industrial chains<br /> <br /> Example:<br /> <br /> * Multiple moon materials → Tech II components<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Biochemical Reactions ==<br /> <br /> * Gas-based production<br /> * Used in boosters and specialized goods<br /> <br /> Example:<br /> <br /> * Fullerite gases → polymer products<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 4. Hybrid Reactions ==<br /> <br /> * Mix of moon materials and gas inputs<br /> * Higher complexity, higher value outputs<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Why Reactions Matter in Industry =<br /> Reactions are critical because they:<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Feed Tech II Production ==<br /> Almost all Tech II manufacturing depends on reaction outputs.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Bridge Mining and Manufacturing ==<br /> They transform raw resources into usable industrial materials.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Enable Large-Scale Industry ==<br /> Corporations rely on reactions for:<br /> <br /> * Ship production chains<br /> * Structure construction<br /> * Strategic stockpiling<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 4. Generate High-Value ISK Streams ==<br /> Well-managed reaction chains can be extremely profitable.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Basic Reaction Workflow =<br /> A typical reaction chain looks like this:<br /> <br /> == Step 1 – Resource Collection ==<br /> <br /> * Moon mining or gas harvesting<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 2 – Input Processing ==<br /> <br /> * Materials loaded into refinery<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 3 – Reaction Job ==<br /> <br /> * Blueprint consumes inputs over time<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 4 – Output Collection ==<br /> <br /> * Refined materials produced<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Step 5 – Distribution ==<br /> <br /> * Materials sold or used in manufacturing<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Skills Required for Reactions =<br /> To run reactions efficiently, players typically need:<br /> <br /> * Reactions skill (enables job types)<br /> * Mass Production / Advanced Mass Production (for industry scaling)<br /> * Science-related skills (for blueprint usage efficiency)<br /> * Refinery-related skills (for structure bonuses)<br /> <br /> Higher skills:&lt;blockquote&gt;Increase efficiency and unlock more complex reaction types&lt;/blockquote&gt;<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Costs and Considerations =<br /> Reactions are not free.<br /> <br /> You must account for:<br /> <br /> == 1. Input Costs ==<br /> <br /> * Moon ore or gas purchase/mining value<br /> <br /> == 2. Facility Fees ==<br /> <br /> * Structure usage costs<br /> * Corp taxes (if applicable)<br /> <br /> == 3. Fuel Costs ==<br /> <br /> * Refineries require fuel to operate<br /> <br /> == 4. Opportunity Cost ==<br /> <br /> * Locked capital during reaction cycles<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Profitability of Reactions =<br /> Reactions can be highly profitable, but only when:<br /> <br /> * Input costs are controlled (buy orders or mining)<br /> * Output markets are stable<br /> * Facility efficiency is optimised<br /> * Logistics are managed properly<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> == Common profit drivers: ==<br /> <br /> * Moon material scarcity<br /> * High demand Tech II components<br /> * Efficient structure usage<br /> * Alliance-controlled production chains<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Common Beginner Mistakes in Reactions =<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 1. Starting without understanding input chains ==<br /> Reactions depend heavily on upstream logistics.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 2. Ignoring structure costs ==<br /> Poor structure choice destroys profit margins.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 3. Overproducing low-demand materials ==<br /> Not all reaction outputs sell quickly.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 4. Failing to account for fuel costs ==<br /> Structure fuel is a constant hidden expense.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> == 5. Treating reactions as passive income ==<br /> They require monitoring and market awareness.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Reactions in the Industrial Ecosystem =<br /> Reactions sit between mining and manufacturing:<br /> <br /> Mining / Moon Ore / Gas<br /> <br /> ↓<br /> <br /> Reactions (refining &amp; transformation)<br /> <br /> ↓<br /> <br /> Advanced Materials<br /> <br /> ↓<br /> <br /> Tech II / Capital / Structure Production<br /> <br /> ↓<br /> <br /> Market or Fleet Use<br /> <br /> They are a &#039;&#039;&#039;critical mid-layer in all industrial supply chains&#039;&#039;&#039;.<br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Who Should Use Reactions? =<br /> Reactions are best suited for:<br /> <br /> * Intermediate industrial players<br /> * Corporation industry teams<br /> * Players moving beyond PI and basic manufacturing<br /> * Nullsec and wormhole residents with resource access<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> = Final Summary =<br /> Reactions in EVE Online are advanced industrial processes that convert raw moon materials and gases into refined components used across Tech II production and large-scale manufacturing. They operate in specialised structures like refineries and require careful management of inputs, outputs, and costs.<br /> <br /> While they can be highly profitable, reactions introduce complexity through logistics, fuel consumption, and market dependency. Success in reactions depends on understanding entire supply chains—not just production steps.<br /> <br /> In the broader economy of EVE, reactions form the essential bridge between resource gathering and high-end industrial output, making them a cornerstone of advanced industry operations.</div>

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