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== Summary == | == Summary == | ||
− | Prisoners are ordinary pawns under restraint. They have no [[Recreation]] | + | Prisoners are ordinary pawns under restraint. They have no [[Recreation]] or [[Outdoors]] need, but all other needs and most [[mood]]lets apply to them. This includes a need for [[food]] and the chance for [[mental break]]s. They are confined to their cell, and will not do work. Prisoners retain their faction allegiance; imprisoned colonists who are released will immediately rejoin the colony, while other prisoners will try and leave the map. |
− | Prisoners cannot open doors if not undergoing a [[#Prison Break|prison break]]. While inside your colony, they will try to leave if there is an opening, such as a hole in the wall or a held open door, including if it is held open because of an item inside. A prisoner that can move will wear the most comfortable{{Check Tag|Verify/Detail}} clothing placed in their cell | + | Prisoners cannot open doors if not undergoing a [[#Prison Break|prison break]]. While inside your colony, they will try to leave if there is an opening, such as a hole in the wall or a held open door, including if it is held open because of an item inside. A prisoner that can move will wear the most comfortable{{Check Tag|Verify/Detail}} clothing placed in their cell, and eat the food with the best mood buff that is available to them.{{Check Tag|Detail|Ignoring food restrictions?}} Mobile prisoners can use a [[nutrient paste dispenser]] that faces into their prison. Otherwise, wardens will bring any food allowed by their [[Menus#Food restriction|food restrictions]]. A prisoner's medical settings, as well as defaults for all prisoners, can be adjusted in their Health tab. |
Colonists assigned to Warden can interact with a prisoner in multiple different ways, including delivering food and recruitment. Colonists assigned to either Warden or Doctoring can feed a prisoner in medical rest. See [[#Interaction]] for more details. | Colonists assigned to Warden can interact with a prisoner in multiple different ways, including delivering food and recruitment. Colonists assigned to either Warden or Doctoring can feed a prisoner in medical rest. See [[#Interaction]] for more details. | ||
=== Unwaveringly loyal === | === Unwaveringly loyal === | ||
− | Unwaveringly loyal prisoners are unable to be recruited to your colony, and do not have resistance to lower. They are otherwise the same as regular prisoners, including the ability to become a [[slave]]{{IdeologyIcon}}. | + | Unwaveringly loyal prisoners are unable to be recruited to your colony, and do not have resistance to lower. In addition, they are unable to be converted to a different [[ideoligion]].{{IdeologyIcon}} They are otherwise the same as regular prisoners, including the ability to become a [[slave]]{{IdeologyIcon}}. |
− | + | Unwavering loyalty can be disabled in the [[storyteller settings]]. | |
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=== Caravans === | === Caravans === | ||
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The gameplay steps required to capture a pawn depends on their state: | The gameplay steps required to capture a pawn depends on their state: | ||
* [[Downed]] pawns can be captured with 100% success, without drafting a pawn. Select a colonist, and right click the future prisoner. | * [[Downed]] pawns can be captured with 100% success, without drafting a pawn. Select a colonist, and right click the future prisoner. | ||
− | + | * [[Raider]]s, [[berserk]] pawns, and former prisoners in a [[prison break]] are unable to be captured directly. They must first be [[downed]]. | |
− | ** | + | ** Raiders in particular have a [[AI Storytellers#Enemy death on downed|chance to die]] whenever they are downed from [[pain]] but not other causes, such as [[psychic shock lance]], [[blood loss]], etc. |
− | + | * To ''arrest'' a colonist, guest, ally, or [[slave]]{{IdeologyIcon}}, you need to [[draft]] a colonist and select the target to capture. The colonist will then walk up to the target and attempt a capture. The chance of success depends on their [[Arrest Success Chance]], and will be displayed on the prompt. Arrest success chance largely depends on [[Social]] skill, but is negatively affected by [[Manipulation]] penalties. If the arrest fails, the target will go [[berserk]]. | |
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− | * To ''arrest'' a colonist, guest, ally, or [[slave]]{{IdeologyIcon}}, you need to [[draft]] a colonist and select the target to capture. The colonist will then walk up to the target and attempt a capture. The chance of success depends on their [[Arrest Success Chance]], and will be displayed on the prompt. Arrest success chance largely depends on [[Social]] skill, but is negatively affected by [[Manipulation]] penalties. If the arrest fails, the target will go [[berserk]] | ||
** Colonists can be captured even during a [[mental break]], except for [[berserk]]. This immediately ends most mental breaks, without catharsis. When released, colonists will get the {{--|6}} ''Was imprisoned'' [[mood]]let for 12 days. This mood penalty will not occur if the colonist is instead re-recruited. Arrests will not end the [[Mental break#Run wild|run wild]] or [[mental break#Catatonic breakdown|catatonic breakdown]] mental breaks. | ** Colonists can be captured even during a [[mental break]], except for [[berserk]]. This immediately ends most mental breaks, without catharsis. When released, colonists will get the {{--|6}} ''Was imprisoned'' [[mood]]let for 12 days. This mood penalty will not occur if the colonist is instead re-recruited. Arrests will not end the [[Mental break#Run wild|run wild]] or [[mental break#Catatonic breakdown|catatonic breakdown]] mental breaks. | ||
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Prisons are required to hold prisoners. | Prisons are required to hold prisoners. | ||
=== Creation === | === Creation === | ||
− | A prison must be | + | A prison must be desiginated in a fully enclosed [[room]], closed off with [[wall]]s and other impassable objects like [[door]]s, [[cooler]]s and [[nutrient paste dispenser]]s. Prisoners cannot be captured unless the prison is enclosed, and mobile prisoners will walk out of the map if an opening exists. |
In order to actually form a prison, at least 1 [[bed]] or [[sleeping spot]] must be placed. Selecting the bed allows you to set "For Prisoners". Colonists and [[slaves]]{{IdeologyIcon}} may not share the same room as a prisoner; when 1 bed is set to prisoners, all beds will be converted to prison beds. The beds will turn orange to signify this, and the whole room gains an orange outline when selected. In order to actually capture a prisoner, there must be an open sleeping area for them to stay. | In order to actually form a prison, at least 1 [[bed]] or [[sleeping spot]] must be placed. Selecting the bed allows you to set "For Prisoners". Colonists and [[slaves]]{{IdeologyIcon}} may not share the same room as a prisoner; when 1 bed is set to prisoners, all beds will be converted to prison beds. The beds will turn orange to signify this, and the whole room gains an orange outline when selected. In order to actually capture a prisoner, there must be an open sleeping area for them to stay. | ||
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Once resistance hits 0, wardens will try to convince the prisoner to join the colony, with a chance to succeed, depending on each prisoner's recruitment difficulty percentage, their current mood, faction, how many colonists you currently have, as well as your [[storyteller]]. If the prisoner is assigned to ''Reduce Resistance'', then wardens will continue to converse without actually recruiting. | Once resistance hits 0, wardens will try to convince the prisoner to join the colony, with a chance to succeed, depending on each prisoner's recruitment difficulty percentage, their current mood, faction, how many colonists you currently have, as well as your [[storyteller]]. If the prisoner is assigned to ''Reduce Resistance'', then wardens will continue to converse without actually recruiting. | ||
− | For exact mechanics and chances of | + | For exact mechanics and chances of recuitment, see [[#Recruitment]]. |
==== Will ==== | ==== Will ==== | ||
− | Enslave{{IdeologyIcon}} and Reduce Will{{IdeologyIcon}} work | + | Enslave{{IdeologyIcon}} and Reduce Will{{IdeologyIcon}} work analagously to Recruit and Reduce Resistance, except that the end result is that the prisoner becomes a [[slave]]{{IdeologyIcon}}. A prisoner starts with much less will than they do resistance. |
==== Tame ==== | ==== Tame ==== | ||
− | A [[wild man]] can be | + | A [[wild man]] can be captured. They must be [[tame]]d, under the usual [[animal]] mechanics, rather than being recruited as a prisoner. Once tamed, they will join the colony as a colonist. |
=== Release === | === Release === | ||
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Wardens will cut a prisoner's neck immediately, killing them without fail. This is a different action from the ''Prisoner execution'' [[ritual]]. | Wardens will cut a prisoner's neck immediately, killing them without fail. This is a different action from the ''Prisoner execution'' [[ritual]]. | ||
− | Executing guilty prisoners - those who have harmed the colony in 24 hours - give a {{--|2}} [[mood]]let to non-[[Psychopath]] colonists. Executing a non-guilty prisoner increases the penalty to {{--|5}}. | + | Executing guilty prisoners - those who have harmed the colony in 24 hours - give a {{--|2}} [[mood]]let to non-[[Traits#Psychopath|Psychopath]] colonists. Executing a non-guilty prisoner increases the penalty to {{--|5}}. |
Colonists following an [[ideoligion]]{{IdeologyIcon}} with the [[Ideoligion#Execution|Execution: Respected if Guilty]] precept instead gain a {{+|3}} [[mood]]let for executing a guilty prisoner, with the executioner gaining {{+|10}} mood instead. The [[Ideoligion#Execution|Execution: Required]] precept gains the same moodlets (but shorter) for executing anyone. If the execution was desired by precept, then fluid ideoligions gain a development point. | Colonists following an [[ideoligion]]{{IdeologyIcon}} with the [[Ideoligion#Execution|Execution: Respected if Guilty]] precept instead gain a {{+|3}} [[mood]]let for executing a guilty prisoner, with the executioner gaining {{+|10}} mood instead. The [[Ideoligion#Execution|Execution: Required]] precept gains the same moodlets (but shorter) for executing anyone. If the execution was desired by precept, then fluid ideoligions gain a development point. | ||
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=== Convert === | === Convert === | ||
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== Prison break == | == Prison break == | ||
− | {{ | + | {{stub|section=1|reason=Break mtb math - see PrisonBreakUtility}} |
In addition to prisoners being able to leave if there's an opening, prisoners have a small chance to actively break out and escape. This is affected by the following factors: | In addition to prisoners being able to leave if there's an opening, prisoners have a small chance to actively break out and escape. This is affected by the following factors: | ||
* Number of [[door]]s in their cell. | * Number of [[door]]s in their cell. | ||
* Prisoner [[Moving]] capacity. | * Prisoner [[Moving]] capacity. | ||
+ | * Prisoner [[mood]].{{Check Tag|Verify}} | ||
* [[Gene]]s relating to aggression.{{BiotechIcon}} | * [[Gene]]s relating to aggression.{{BiotechIcon}} | ||
* Number of prisoners. Events are rolled per prisoner, meaning that the more prisoners you have, the greater the chance of a prison break happening. | * Number of prisoners. Events are rolled per prisoner, meaning that the more prisoners you have, the greater the chance of a prison break happening. | ||
− | + | During a prison break, prisoners are able to open all doors. They will attempt to equip and use [[weapons]] and weapon-like [[utility]] items such as [[orbital bombardment targeter]]. All prisoners in that cell or barracks are affected. Prisoners from different cells may also join in, or choose not to do so.{{Check Tag|Detail|Based on what factors? Proximity anecdotally seems to be a factor}} | |
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− | During a prison break, prisoners are able to open all doors. They will attempt to equip and use [[weapons]] and weapon-like [[utility]] items such as [[orbital bombardment targeter]]. | ||
To fight escaping prisoners with less risk of killing them, use low damage weapons, unarmed combat, or melee with ranged weapons. Place your exits away from the map edge and keep as few doors as you need. Store weapons away from your prisoners, and watch out for downed fighters dropping their own weapons. Alternatively, brain implants that cause [[brain shock]] {{RoyaltyIcon}} can be implanted in long term or particularly unruly prisoners, and [[EMP]] weapons used to down them instantly and safely. | To fight escaping prisoners with less risk of killing them, use low damage weapons, unarmed combat, or melee with ranged weapons. Place your exits away from the map edge and keep as few doors as you need. Store weapons away from your prisoners, and watch out for downed fighters dropping their own weapons. Alternatively, brain implants that cause [[brain shock]] {{RoyaltyIcon}} can be implanted in long term or particularly unruly prisoners, and [[EMP]] weapons used to down them instantly and safely. | ||
== Recruitment == | == Recruitment == | ||
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=== Starting resistance === | === Starting resistance === | ||
Each prisoner has their own recruitment difficulty: | Each prisoner has their own recruitment difficulty: | ||
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Increasing [[mood]] makes prisoners easier to recruit, and less likely to go [[berserk]]. If you want to increase prisoner mood, you can do the following: | Increasing [[mood]] makes prisoners easier to recruit, and less likely to go [[berserk]]. If you want to increase prisoner mood, you can do the following: | ||
− | * Give prisoners | + | * Give prisoners seperate rooms, preferably one that isn't cramped. |
* Give a prisoners a source of [[light]], a [[table]] and [[chair]], and a decent [[bed]]. | * Give a prisoners a source of [[light]], a [[table]] and [[chair]], and a decent [[bed]]. | ||
* Increase the impressiveness of a room with [[sculpture]]s, [[stone tile]]s, etc. | * Increase the impressiveness of a room with [[sculpture]]s, [[stone tile]]s, etc. | ||
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=== Prisoner suppression === | === Prisoner suppression === | ||
− | Whenever they are [[berserk]], under a [[#Prison break|prison break]], or just escaping, sometimes you will need to subdue a prisoner. | + | Whenever they are [[berserk]], under a [[#Prison break|prison break]], or just escaping, sometimes you will need to subdue a prisoner. Prisoners will fight other prisoners, then will punch the weakest area (usually a [[door]]) to escape. |
− | If you need to keep the prisoner alive, it is best to use | + | If you need to keep the prisoner alive, it is best to use melee - either with a blunt weapon, or just bashing with a gun. Several unskilled pawns work better than 1 skilled one. For berserkers, you can have a skilled Construction pawn constantly repair the door. This trains Construction, but is labor intensive. |
− | If free roaming [[animal]]s are within the prison, then [[berserk]]ing prisoners will prioritize them over breaking out. | + | If free roaming [[animal]]s are within the prison (e.g. place your [[animal sleeping spot]]s inside the prison), then [[berserk]]ing prisoners will prioritize them over breaking out. This is an automatic way of prisoner supression, but is more dangerous than regular melee. In addition, most animals will create a large amount of [[filth]], quickly lowering the room's quality. You may want to place [[straw matting]], or use the prison as a regular barn. |
=== Unwanted prisoners === | === Unwanted prisoners === | ||
− | Enemies who have fallen in battle may not always be worth capturing in the first place. For example, a hostile with a shattered spine will require a [[bionic spine]] to replace, which may not be worth it. Unwavering prisoners can't be recruited normally, so fall under the same boat. | + | Enemies who have fallen in battle may not always be worth capturing in the first place. For example, a hostile with a shattered spine will require a [[bionic spine]] to replace, which may not be worth it. Unwavering prisoners simply can't be recruited normally, so fall under the same boat. |
There are several ways to dispose of these prisoners: | There are several ways to dispose of these prisoners: | ||
− | * '''Release:''' The least | + | * '''Release:''' The least upseting way to remove a prisoner. Colonists will not become upset if an enemy prisoner is released, and it may increase [[goodwill]] by a small amount. |
− | * '''Expendables:''' This is not exactly "getting rid of them", as much as making best (and ultimately temporary) use of them. Recruit them, and send them out for a long [[caravan]] that you wouldn't expend another colonist for. You can set them on a trading expedition, or scout a base/map. Or, you can use them as a meatshield. A "colonist" dying still gives a negative moodlet (-3, same as | + | * '''Expendables:''' This is not exactly "getting rid of them", as much as making best (and ultimately temporary) use of them. Recruit them, and send them out for a long [[caravan]] that you wouldn't expend another colonist for. You can set them on a trading expedition, or scout a base/map. Or, you can use them as a meatshield. A "colonist" dying still gives a negative moodlet (-3, same as incidential death or non-guilty euthenasia), which is affected by [[opinion]]. Cut off their tongue to prevent social interaction from happening. Of course, unwavering prisoners can't be recruited. |
− | * ''' | + | * '''Euthenasia:''' Execute in a more humane fashion by neck cut. This costs 1x [[herbal medicine]] (or better) and trains Medical experience. An 'innocent' prisoner going through euthenasia is less upseting than an innocent execution. |
− | * '''Execution:''' Execute a prisoner in a raw manner. Those with an [[ideoligion]] favoring execution will enjoy it | + | * '''Execution:''' Execute a prisoner in a raw manner. Those with an [[ideoligion]] favoring execution will enjoy it, and it is a very easy way to gain development points. Minor mood penalty otherwise, if the prisoner was guilty. |
* '''[[Human resources]]:''' Use prisoners for their parts. Artificial limbs can be removed without penalty. | * '''[[Human resources]]:''' Use prisoners for their parts. Artificial limbs can be removed without penalty. | ||
** [[Organ harvesting]]: A [[kidney]] and [[lung]] can be harvested without death, and a [[heart]], [[liver]], or second kidney/lung can be taken to kill. Unless Organ Use is acceptable by [[ideoligion]], this comes with a -6 [[mood]] penalty (stacks, but diminishing) for the colony, and even more if the prisoner was killed. | ** [[Organ harvesting]]: A [[kidney]] and [[lung]] can be harvested without death, and a [[heart]], [[liver]], or second kidney/lung can be taken to kill. Unless Organ Use is acceptable by [[ideoligion]], this comes with a -6 [[mood]] penalty (stacks, but diminishing) for the colony, and even more if the prisoner was killed. | ||
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* [[Version/1.1.2570|1.1.2570]] - Escaping prisoners are no longer able to equip [[Persona weapons|bladelinked]] or [[biocoded]] weapons. | * [[Version/1.1.2570|1.1.2570]] - Escaping prisoners are no longer able to equip [[Persona weapons|bladelinked]] or [[biocoded]] weapons. | ||
* [[Version/1.3.3066|1.3.3066]] - Prisoner escape chance is multiplied by the number of exits the prisoner has. Escaping prisoners will attack enemies with weapons they pick up, including [[orbital bombardment targeter]]s, [[orbital power beam targeter]]s, and [[tornado generator]]s. | * [[Version/1.3.3066|1.3.3066]] - Prisoner escape chance is multiplied by the number of exits the prisoner has. Escaping prisoners will attack enemies with weapons they pick up, including [[orbital bombardment targeter]]s, [[orbital power beam targeter]]s, and [[tornado generator]]s. | ||
− | * [[Version/1.4.3523|1.4.3523]] - Unwavering prisoners added | + | * [[Version/1.4.3523|1.4.3523]] - Unwavering prisoners added. |
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