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How to Get AIC Index

Obtained From Protocol Dataloggers

Arknights Endfield Get AIC Index From Protocol Dataloggers

AIC Index is obtained from Protocol Dataloggers found in Valley IV and Wuling. These dataloggers appear in the open world as inflatable air dancers and can be tracked on the map by selecting the open-oval icon with two squares at its bottom-right.

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You can spend AIC Index on your selected AIC Plan to research nodes on the AIC tree, unlocking new facilities in the process.
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Basic AIC Index Information

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Type Index

These index points are required to research various AIC technologies in the Basic AIC Plan.

A small electrical device that records AIC Factory performance in Valley IV. Connect it to the PAC to adjust Techno-Protocol deployment balance.

Wuling AIC Index Information

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Type Index

These index points are required to research various AIC technologies in the Wuling AIC Plan.

A small electrical device that records AIC Factory performance in the Wuling region. Connect it to the Automation-Core to adjust Techno-Protocol deployment balance.

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