eve online invention

In EVE Online, Invention is a process used to create Tech 2 (T2) Blueprint Copies (BPCs) from Tech 1 (T1) Blueprint Originals (BPOs) or Tech 1 Blueprint Copies (BPCs). This allows players to manufacture advanced modules, ships, and equipment that are not available as T1 variants. How Invention Works Requirements: - A T1 BPO or BPC (input blueprint). - Datacores (specific to the item being invented). - Decryptors (optional, but improve success chance or modify output). - An Invention-capable station (with Invention Lab service). Process: - Use the Industry window Invention tab. - Select the T1 blueprint you want to invent from. - Choose the desired T2 BPC outcome (if multiple exist). - Add datacores (required) and optionally a decryptor. - Start the job (takes time, like manufacturing). Success Chance: - Base success rate depends on the item (typically 30-50% without modifiers). - Decryptors can increase success chance or improve output (e.g., more runs, better ME/PE). - Science skills (e.g., Advanced Industry, Science) improve success rate. Output: - If successful, you receive a T2 BPC (with limited runs). - If failed, you lose the input materials but keep the T1 BPO/BPC. Key Components Datacores: Obtained from Research Agents, Exploration, or the market (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Datacore for guns). Decryptors: Purchased from LP stores or the market (e.g., Process Decryptor for more runs). Skills: - Science (reduces datacore cost). - Advanced Industry (boosts success chance). - Specific invention skills (e.g., Electromagnetic Physics for shield modules). Tips for Invention Use decryptors wiselysome increase runs (good for ships), others improve ME/PE (good for modules). Check profitabilitycompare datacore/decryptor costs vs. T2 BPC market value. Invention slotslike manufacturing, they are limited per station. Reverse Engineeringsome T2 BPCs can be obtained by reprocessing T2 items (rare). Example: Inventing a T2 Module Start with a T1 Warp Scrambler BPO. Gather 2x Electronic Engineering Datacores and 1x Mechanical Engineering Datacore. (Optional) Add a Parity Decryptor (+4% success chance). Run the invention job (takes 2 hours). If successful, receive a Warp Scrambler II BPC (e.g., 10 runs). Profitability Invention can be lucrative but requires market research. High-demand T2 modules (e.g., Weapon Upgrades, Propulsion Modules) often yield good profits. Ships (e.g., Interceptor BPCs) can be valuable but require more investment. Would you like details on a specific T2 items invention process?