Research
Gem Mining
#GemMining Value: 100 pts
Gem extraction - +20% Gems production.
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Description
❖Techniques for locating and extracting precious gems. Increases gem production by 20%.
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Gem Mining reveals the earth's hidden treasures. Miners learn to identify gem-bearing rock formations and extract delicate crystals without damage. These precious stones power magical devices and fund empire expansion. The +20% Gems production bonus is the highest Tier 2 production bonus.
Creation
Requirements
Must be present (NOT consumed)
Researches:
Mining
Costs
Consumed when created
Time 18000
18s Gold 3000
Research 110 pts
Effects
All values are RATIOS. +% = bonus, -% = penalty. Effects multiply other systems.
Production Modifiers
Gems Production +20%
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Strategic Context
❖Advisory information only. Does not affect gameplay mechanics.
Advantages
- + +20% Gems production (highest Tier 2 bonus)
- + Enables Alchemy (elixir production)
- + Gems valuable for trade and magic
- + Gems required for advanced units/buildings
Disadvantages
- - Requires Mining
- - Cost: 110 research, 3000 gold
- - Research time: 18000ms
- - Islands need Gem deposits
Warnings
- ! Check island resources before researching
- ! Gems are luxury resource - valuable but not always available
Synergies
Countered By
Scaling
Permanent +20% Gems production ratio. Only effective on islands with Gem deposits.