Mining System

Mining is the cornerstone of life in AbyssalDetention. Whether you're a new inmate learning to survive or a veteran prisoner running massive operations, the mining system offers depth, progression, and endless opportunities for advancement.

Mining Basics

Getting Started

Essential Equipment:

• Pickaxe: Your primary tool (start with wooden, upgrade quickly)
• Torches: Light sources for safe mining
• Food: Sustenance for long mining sessions
• Bucket: Water for lava safety and item retrieval

First Steps:

1. Visit the Mine Entrance at spawn - clearly marked with signs
2. Choose Your Starting Area - beginner zones are safer and well-lit
3. Follow Safety Protocols - stay in designated areas initially
4. Start Simple - focus on coal and iron for basic needs

Mining Areas & Access

Public Mining Zones:

• Surface Quarry (Y: 40-64): Open to all players, basic ores
• Upper Tunnels (Y: 20-40): Guard rank required, moderate ores
• Deep Shafts (Y: 0-20): Warden rank required, rare materials
• Restricted Depths (Y: -64-0): Prestige only, legendary ores

Private Claims:

• Purchase personal mining claims for exclusive access
• Sizes range from 16x16 to 64x64 blocks
• Claim protection prevents grief and theft
• Upgrade claims with better tools and larger areas

Mining Mechanics

Tool Efficiency

Pickaxe Tiers & Speed:

• Wooden: 1x speed, basic ores only
• Stone: 1.5x speed, improved durability
• Iron: 2x speed, access to most ores
• Diamond: 3x speed, all vanilla ores
• Netherite: 4x speed, some custom ores
• Custom Tools: 5-10x speed, all materials

Enchantment Effects:

• Efficiency I-V: Increases mining speed significantly
• Fortune I-III: Chance for multiple drops from ores
• Silk Touch: Preserves ore blocks intact
• Unbreaking I-III: Extends tool durability
• Mending: Repairs tool using experience

Mining Techniques

Strip Mining:

• Most efficient for common ores
• Systematic approach with parallel tunnels
• Optimal spacing: 2-3 blocks between tunnels
• Best Y-levels: Iron (Y:15), Diamond (Y:12), Custom ores (varies)

Cave Exploration:

• Natural caves often contain ore clusters
• Higher variety of materials in single location
• Risk of monsters and environmental hazards
• Reward potential higher due to exposed ore faces

Chunk Mining:

• Complete excavation of 16x16 areas
• Maximum resource extraction per area
• Requires significant time and tool investment
• Ideal for custom ore hunting in deep areas

Branch Mining:

• Central shaft with extending branches
• Efficient for covering large horizontal areas
• Good for systematic exploration
• Allows for easy navigation and exit routes

Ore Distribution & Spawn Rates

Vanilla Ore Locations

Coal (Y: 5-128): 8% spawn rate, primary fuel source
Iron (Y: 5-64): 6% spawn rate, essential crafting material
Gold (Y: 5-32): 3% spawn rate, trading and powered rails
Diamond (Y: 5-16): 1% spawn rate, premium tools and armor
Emerald (Y: 5-32): 0.5% spawn rate, rare and valuable

Custom Ore Distribution

Common Custom Ores (Y: 32-64):

• Copper: 7% spawn rate
• Tin: 5% spawn rate
• Lead: 4% spawn rate

Uncommon Custom Ores (Y: 16-32):

• Silver: 3% spawn rate
• Platinum: 2% spawn rate
• Cobalt: 2.5% spawn rate

Rare Custom Ores (Y: 0-16):

• Crimson: 1% spawn rate
• Abyssal: 0.8% spawn rate
• Prismatic: 1.2% spawn rate

Legendary Custom Ores (Y: -64-0):

• Void Crystal: 0.2% spawn rate
• Temporal: 0.1% spawn rate
• Celestial: 0.05% spawn rate

Mining Conditions

Environmental Factors:

• Time of Day: Some ores spawn more frequently at night
• Weather: Rain increases certain ore generation rates
• Moon Phases: Full moon provides bonus to rare ore discovery
• Server Events: Special events may modify spawn rates

Luck Factors:

• Mining Level: Higher levels increase rare ore chances
• Fortune Enchantment: Multiplies ore drops
• Beacon Effects: Haste and Fortune beacons in mining areas
• Group Mining: Proximity bonuses when mining with others

Mining Progression

Skill Levels

Mining Experience:

• Gained by breaking any ore blocks
• Bonus XP for rare and custom ores
• Skill levels unlock new abilities and bonuses
• Maximum level: 100 with prestige options

Level Benefits:

• Level 10: 5% increase in ore drop rates
• Level 25: Access to advanced mining techniques
• Level 50: Ability to detect nearby ores
• Level 75: Chance to find double ores
• Level 100: Master miner status and exclusive perks

Mining Ranks

Rank Progression:

• Rookie Miner (Level 1-10): Basic mining access
• Experienced Miner (Level 11-25): Improved efficiency
• Expert Miner (Level 26-50): Advanced techniques
• Master Miner (Level 51-75): Rare ore specialization
• Legendary Miner (Level 76-100): Ultimate mining abilities

Rank Rewards:

• Exclusive mining areas and claims
• Custom pickaxes and equipment
• Mining-related titles and recognition
• Economic bonuses and trading advantages

Prestige System

Mining Prestige:

• Reset mining level to 1 with permanent bonuses
• Prestige points unlock exclusive content
• Multiple prestige levels with increasing benefits
• Prestige-only mining zones with legendary materials

Prestige Benefits:

• Prestige 1: 10% permanent ore bonus
• Prestige 2: Access to quantum mining techniques
• Prestige 3: Ability to mine dimensional materials
• Prestige 5: Master of all mining disciplines

Advanced Mining

Automation Systems

Basic Automation:

• Mining Minions: Automated workers for claims
• Conveyor Systems: Transport mined materials
• Sorting Systems: Organize ores by type and value
• Smelting Arrays: Automatic ore processing

Advanced Automation:

• AI Mining Assistants: Intelligent mining companions
• Quantum Extractors: Reality-bending mining technology
• Temporal Mining: Mining across multiple time streams
• Dimensional Quarries: Access to alternate dimension ores

Group Mining

Mining Crews:

• Form teams for large-scale operations
• Shared experience and bonus multipliers
• Coordinated mining strategies
• Collective claim management

Corporate Mining:

• Large-scale mining corporations
• Industrial equipment and infrastructure
• Market manipulation through supply control
• Employment opportunities for other players

Technology Integration

Mining Equipment:

• Ore Scanners: Detect nearby valuable materials
• Drilling Rigs: Automated deep-core extraction
• Refinery Systems: On-site ore processing
• Transport Networks: Efficient material movement

Data Analysis:

• Mining Maps: Track explored and profitable areas
• Yield Analysis: Optimize mining routes and techniques
• Market Integration: Real-time pricing for mining decisions
• Predictive Algorithms: Forecast ore prices and demand

Mining Safety

Hazard Management

Environmental Dangers:

• Lava Pools: Carry water buckets and fire resistance potions
• Cave-ins: Proper tunnel support and escape routes
• Toxic Gases: Ventilation systems in deep mines
• Unstable Terrain: Geological surveys before major excavation

Equipment Safety:

• Backup Tools: Always carry spare pickaxes
• Emergency Supplies: Food, torches, and healing items
• Communication Devices: Stay in contact with surface
• Rescue Protocols: Established procedures for emergencies

Insurance & Protection

Mining Insurance:

• Equipment Coverage: Protection against tool loss
• Medical Insurance: Coverage for mining accidents
• Claim Insurance: Protection against grief and theft
• Business Insurance: Coverage for large mining operations

Safety Protocols:

• Buddy System: Never mine alone in dangerous areas
• Regular Check-ins: Scheduled communication with surface
• Emergency Procedures: Clear protocols for accidents
• Safety Equipment: Required gear for different mining zones

Mining Economy

Ore Pricing

Market Dynamics:

• Supply and demand affect ore prices
• Rare ores command premium prices
• Bulk sales often receive discounts
• Market manipulation attempts are monitored

Pricing Strategies:

• Immediate Sale: Quick cash at current market rates
• Storage Speculation: Hold ores for price increases
• Contract Sales: Guaranteed prices for future delivery
• Auction Sales: Competitive bidding for rare materials

Mining Business

Solo Operations:

• Personal claims and equipment
• Direct sales to players and shops
• Flexible schedule and techniques
• Lower overhead and investment

Corporate Mining:

• Large-scale operations with multiple players
• Shared resources and expertise
• Market influence and pricing power
• Higher profits but also higher risks

Investment Opportunities

Mining Stocks:

• Invest in successful mining operations
• Dividend payments from mining profits
• Share price appreciation with company growth
• Risk of loss if operations fail

Equipment Leasing:

• Rent expensive mining equipment
• Lower upfront costs for advanced technology
• Maintenance and support included
• Upgrade paths to newer equipment

Mining Events & Competitions

Regular Events

Mining Mondays:

• Weekly mining competitions
• Categories: Most ore, rarest find, best efficiency
• Prizes include custom tools and rare materials
• Community building and skill development

Double Ore Weekends:

• Special events with doubled ore drops
• Increased Fortune enchantment effectiveness
• Bonus experience for mining activities
• Popular times for major mining operations

Special Competitions

Mining Championships:

• Annual tournament with elite miners
• Multiple categories and skill levels
• Significant prize pools and recognition
• Broadcast events with community viewing

Discovery Challenges:

• Competitions to find new ore deposits
• Exploration and mapping challenges
• Rewards for geological discoveries
• Community mapping and knowledge sharing

Seasonal Events

Spring Excavation Festival:

• Themed mining events with spring bonuses
• Special seasonal ores and materials
• Community projects and collaboration
• Environmental restoration activities

Summer Deep Dive:

• Focus on deep mining and rare materials
• Heat resistance challenges
• Underground exploration competitions
• Advanced technique workshops

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Ready to start your mining journey? Grab a pickaxe, head to the mines, and begin your transformation from novice digger to master miner. The depths of AbyssalDetention hold untold riches for those brave enough to seek them!

Every swing of the pickaxe brings you closer to freedom - and fortune.