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Steal Advance (CTP2)

Spies or Cyber Ninjas can attempt to Steal an Advance from a rival empire. The chances of success are 35% for the Spy and 50% for the Cyber Ninja. If successful, the attacker gains the Advance immediately, including any new building options. There is a 50% that the Spy will be captured and killed. The Cyber Ninja's chances of capture are 25%.