In the year YC105, a secret military organization named SHAD0 (Supreme Headquarters Alien Defence Organisation) becomes operational. Its purpose is to defend the New Eden from Aliens who've been coming to New Eden and kidnapping capsuleers. It is believed that these Aliens are a dying race, and are transplanting capsuleer body parts to extend their own lifespans.

SHADO's main headquarters is hidden beneath a film studio near Jita. SHADO also has a base on moon 7 (Moonbase) and a fleet of sealth bombers (Skydiver). Incoming UFO's are initially detected by a Jita orbiting satellite named SID (Space Intruder Detector). An initial interception attempt is made in space with three Interceptor craft launched from Moonbase. A second attempt is made in the Jita's atmosphere with a fighter (Sky One) launched from Skydiver. Landed UFO's are tracked down with ground Mobiles.

SHADO is run by the extremely dedicated Commander Kruull Death.