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Cybernetics Core (Heart of the Swarm)
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- This article covers the now superseded Heart of the Swarm multiplayer version of this building. For other versions see Cybernetics Core (Legacy of the Void) and Cybernetics Core (Wings of Liberty).
Cybernetics Core
Building Information
B → Y
Requirements:
Unlocked Tech:
Upgrades available:
- Level 1-3 Air Weapons
- Level 1-3 Air Armor
- Warpgate
Sight:
9
Note: All time-related values are expressed assuming Normal speed, as they were before LotV. See Game Speed.
Description[edit]
The Cybernetics Core (sometimes referred to as Cyber Core or just Core) is a structure on the Protoss Technology Tree, which requires a Gateway before it can be warped in. The Cybernetics Core unlocks new units and enables research of several upgrades. Possessing a Cybernetics Core unlocks the construction of Sentries and Stalkers at the Gateway, and a Mothership Core at the Nexus. It also allows the player to research the uniquely Protoss Warpgate technology. The Cybernetics Core is also the location where upgrades for Air Weapons and Armor are researched.
Like most Protoss structures, the Cybernetics Core can only be warped in at a location powered by the Psionic Matrix. It can only research upgrades while it remains within the Matrix, otherwise it becomes unpowered and cannot function. However, even an unpowered Cybernetics Core still allows the construction of Sentries and Stalkers.
Air Weapons Upgrades[edit]
These upgrades affect the following units: Interceptor, Mothership, Mothership Core, Phoenix, Tempest, Void Ray. Levels 2 and 3 require a Fleet Beacon before they can be researched.
Air Weapons Level 1
Increase the damage of Protoss air units. |
Air Weapons Level 2
Increase the damage of Protoss air units. Requires a Fleet Beacon. |
Air Weapons Level 3
Increase the damage of Protoss air units. Requires a Fleet Beacon. |
Air Armor Upgrades[edit]
These upgrades affect the following units: Carrier, Interceptor, Mothership, Mothership Core, Observer, Oracle, Phoenix, Tempest, Void Ray, Warp Prism. Levels 2 and 3 require a Fleet Beacon before they can be researched.
Air Armor Level 1
Increases the armor of Protoss air units. |
Air Armor Level 2
Increases the armor of Protoss air units. Requires a Fleet Beacon. |
Air Armor Level 3
Increases the armor of Protoss air units. Requires a Fleet Beacon. |
Other Upgrades[edit]
Competitive Usage[edit]
The construction of the Cybernetics Core and the timing of the Warpgate Research is critical in Four Warpgate Pushes.
Blocking Opponent Expansions[edit]
The Cybernetics Core occasionally sees use for blocking Zerg expansion Hatcheries early in the game. The Cybernetics Core has 50 more shields and health compared to a Gateway, for the same 150 mineral cost.