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The Space Pirate ATC, or the Space Pirate Armored Tactical Carrier, is a spacecraft encountered on Norion and Skytown in Metroid Prime 3: Corruption.[1]

Info[edit | edit source]

The Space Pirate ATC is described as being "surprisingly well built and armored". It was designed for rapid transits to and from hot zones, rather than long-term engagements. It comes equipped with Tribeam cannons, which help to provide defensive support while on missions. The ATC's heavier armaments and armor come at the cost of a small fuel supply.[1]

Gameplay[edit | edit source]

Space Pirates leap from the ATC to attack enemies, while the ATCs send in quick attacks from their Tribeam cannons and escape. If ATCs stay for battle, their Tribeam cannon and defensive capabilities can deal significant damage to Samus. The ATC's weakspot is its forward-mounted heat vent, which, when dealt enough damage, will cause the craft to explode, killing any Space Pirates aboard.

Spire Dock Battle[edit | edit source]

After placing the Theronian Bomb on SkyTown's Spire Dock, a group of Aerotroopers, as well as ATCs carrying Space Pirates, attack Samus to defend the Leviathan's shield. These ATCs attack Samus simultaneously from afar, while Space Pirates rush her in close combat.

Logbook[edit | edit source]

Logbook entry from Metroid Prime 3: Corruption: Space Pirate ATC
The Space Pirate Armored Tactical Carrier (ATC) is surprisingly well built and armored. A forward-mounted heat vent is its only vulnerable spot. Tribeam cannons help the unit deal out damage while on missions as well. Designed for rapid transit to and from hot zones, the unit is not designed for long-term engagements. It has relatively small fuel supply, a sacrifice made for heavier armament and armor.[1]

References[edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 "The Space Pirate Armored Tactical Carrier (ATC) is surprisingly well built and armored. A forward-mounted heat vent is its only vulnerable spot. Tribeam cannons help the unit deal out damage while on missions as well. Designed for rapid transit to and from hot zones, the unit is not designed for long-term engagements. It has relatively small fuel supply, a sacrifice made for heavier armament and armor." — Logbook "Space Pirate ATC" (Metroid Prime 3: Corruption)



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