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The Command Modules use energy based attacks and are protected by an energy shield that can switch between a light | The Command Modules use energy based attacks and are protected by an energy shield that can switch between a light and dark polarity.<ref name=cm>{{cite|A Quad is formed of two components: the quadruped Main Body and the flying Command Module. These units can function independently, or linked together, as the need arises. The Command Module relies on ranged beam weapon attacks. It can generate a powerful beam shield to protect itself. Opposite-polarity beams can penetrate this shield, however.|Logbook entry for Quad CM|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> The Main Body uses melee attacks, such as slashing with their legs or spinning.<ref name=mb>{{cite|A Quad is formed of two components: the quadruped Main Body and the flying Command Module. These units can function independently, or linked together, as the need arises. The Main Body uses melee attacks in battle. Though durable, it needs to vent excess heat from its body. When this happens, it exposes a venting system vulnerable to concussive attacks.|Logbook|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> When both components are combined, a Dark Quad is capable of firing a potent energy beam. | ||
While combined, the Command Module is unshielded and vulnerable to any attack. The Main Body is more resilient and can only be damaged when it vents heat, which is done when its spin attack is interrupted or when the Dark Quad fires an energy beam. This exposes a venting system that is vulnerable to the [[Boost Ball]] and [[Morph Ball Bomb|Bombs]].<ref name=mb/> An unattached Command Module's shield can be overloaded by the [[Light Beam|Light]] or [[Dark Beam|Dark]] Beams depending on the shields polarity, opening a window for attack.<ref name=cm/> The shield is incapable of stopping the blast of a [[Power Bomb]], which destroys the Command Module instantly. | While combined, the Command Module is unshielded and vulnerable to any attack. The Main Body is more resilient and can only be damaged when it vents heat, which is done when its spin attack is interrupted or when the Dark Quad fires an energy beam. This exposes a venting system that is vulnerable to the [[Boost Ball]] and [[Morph Ball Bomb|Bombs]].<ref name=mb/> An unattached Command Module's shield can be overloaded by the [[Light Beam|Light]] or [[Dark Beam|Dark]] Beams depending on the shields polarity, opening a window for attack.<ref name=cm/> The shield is incapable of stopping the blast of a [[Power Bomb]], which destroys the Command Module instantly. | ||
