Hi @TrashGnash , it is good to see you on the forums . This topic is mainly about customizing aliens with upgrades/features/attributes the player can pick in-game.
For kickable nades there is an exiting topic here (don’t hesitate to post in any old open thread that you have something to add to, “necroing” old threads is encouraged):
Discussions about nightvision (and flashlights) are taking place here: