Theme #6 (part 2/3)
MINING
Customizing Your Cutting Tool
The cutting tool uses mining crystals, each tuned to specific frequencies that are most effective for cutting certain materials. Players need to experiment with these crystals through trial and error to find the right one for the job.
Switching Crystals:
- Switching between crystal types is like swapping ammunition in a weapon. You can cycle through them to see which crystal works best for a particular material.
- Using the wrong crystal slows the process but the correct crystal will allow for faster, more efficient cutting.
- Crystals have limited durability, and once depleted, they must be replaced. Crystals cannot be repaired.
Mining Minigame:
The cutting tool introduces a simple, strategic element to mining: crafting the correct crystal to use for each material. Using the right crystal rewards players with faster cutting, while using the wrong one results in slower progress and may incur potential penalties.