Requires the Secrets of Aethera DLC (installed and enabled).
Compatible with SPG2 1.9+ and Titans DLC, including new start.
Compatible with existing saves.
Not compatible with mods using the same file (i.e. Reputation Overhaul).

Description :
The Aethera nebula causes huge amount of damage to anyone that enters it due to extreme radiation.
If you play the Story start, or the SoA start, a main mission will give you the Aethera "shield" (actually an in game bonus) to protect from that damage.
The mod adds that feature to Freeroam and Titans starts (which have no main mission), so the player is not penalized for choosing them.

Installation :
Unzip into the game mods folder (create if needed).