> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.echelon.io/echelon-prime-foundation/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.echelon.io/echelon-prime-foundation/3.0-prime-sinks/3.1-live-sinks/terminals.md).

# Terminals

**Summary**\
Terminals enable communication between the systems and outposts of each Parallel. Use PRIME to refine Shard Fragments into Batteries. Activate Terminals with a Battery to unveil unique in-game rewards.\
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**Cost**\
135 PRIME\
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**Percent to** [**Sink Schedule**](/echelon-prime-foundation/2.0-prime-token/2.2-sink-distributions.md)\
100%

<figure><img src="/files/AKI8X8Qf4sTzPI71729f" alt=""><figcaption><p><a href="https://parallel.life/terminals/">Refine Shards into Batteries</a></p></figcaption></figure>