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90.9 RESEARCHING TECHNOLOGY has a Valefar Assimilator token on it, the Nekro Virus player A player can research technology by resolving either the primary places that technology in their play area; it is not removed from or secondary ability of the “Technology” strategy card during the the game. action phase. Other game effects may also instruct a player to research technology. 90.19 If a Valefar Assimilator token is removed from the Saar “Floating Factory” unit upgrade, each of the Nekro Virus’ space

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Source: Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition - Living Rules Reference: Prophecy of Kings
Expansion: Prophecy of Kings
Version: 2.0
Reference: Rule 90.9

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