How to Survive Hostile Planets and Dangerous Mobs

Know your threats

Ad Astra planets are not empty. The Moon has Corrupted Lunarians and Lunarian Wandering Traders; Mars has Martian Raptors and Sulfur Creepers; other bodies host Pygro, Pygro Brutes, Glacian Rams, Star Crawlers, and Moglers. Many of these mobs are aggressive and some explode or apply debuffs. Sulfur Creepers behave like Overworld creepers but may leave hazardous residue. Pygro variants are tough melee fighters that hunt in groups.

Gear up before landing

Bring a full Space Suit, spare Oxygen Tanks, a strong weapon (sword or bow), and armor that fits over your suit. Carry blocks to build a quick shelter — an Airlock plus sealed walls creates a safe, pressurized room. Bring food; the mod adds Cheese and other consumables. A Rover helps you outrun mobs and reach your lander quickly.

Fight smart

Do not fight large mob groups in the open. Lure them into chokepoints, use ranged weapons, and retreat to your airlocked base when overwhelmed. Keep your rocket fueled and ready so you can evacuate. If a planet proves too dangerous, return to the Overworld, upgrade your gear with Desh or Calorite equipment, and try again with better preparation.