Enigmatica 2 Modpack — Guide

Technology & Automation

The pack features the most popular 1.12.2 tech mods, allowing for complex automation and massive power generation.

Mekanism

Mekanism provides high-tier machinery and the unique 5x ore processing system. Key blocks include: * Digital Miner: An advanced quarry that can filter for specific ores. * Fusion Reactor: The ultimate power source, generating millions of RF/t. * Enrichment Chamber: Used for basic ore doubling.

Thermal Expansion

A staple tech mod providing reliable machines and tools. * Pulverizer: Grinds ores into dust with a chance for secondary outputs. * Redstone Furnace: Smelts items using RF. * Induction Smelter: Combines items (e.g., Sand + Ore) for high-yield smelting.

Immersive Engineering

Focuses on 'multiblock' structures and a retro-industrial aesthetic. * Coke Oven: Produces Coal Coke and Creosote Oil. * Blast Furnace: Essential for creating Steel. * Excavator: A massive multiblock that digs up mineral veins from the ground.

Magic & Sorcery

Magic in Enigmatica 2 is deep and rewarding, offering powerful gear and unique automation methods.

Thaumcraft 6

Become a Thaumaturge by researching the world and harnessing 'Vis'. * Thaumonomicon: The guide book for all things magical. * Crucible: Used to craft magical items by dissolving objects into 'Aspects'. * Infusion Altar: A multiblock used for high-tier crafting that requires stability and essentia.

Astral Sorcery

Harness the power of the stars and constellations. * Luminous Crafting Table: Uses starlight to craft items. * Resonating Wand: Used to find 'Rock Crystal' ore and activate structures. * Attunement Altar: Allows the player to attune themselves to constellations for permanent perks.

Botania

A 'nature magic' mod themed around flowers and Mana. * Pure Daisy: Converts wood and stone into Livingwood and Livingrock. * Mana Spreader: Transports Mana from generating flowers to pools. * Terrestrial Agglomeration Plate: Used to create Terrasteel, a powerful end-game alloy.

Exploration & Dimensions

Beyond the Overworld, players can explore several unique dimensions and even outer space.

Twilight Forest

A realm of eternal twilight filled with massive structures and bosses. * Naga: Found in the Naga Courtyard; drops Naga Scales. * Twilight Lich: Found in the Lich Tower; drops powerful scepters. * Hydra: Found in the Fire Swamp; drops Hydra Blood.

Advanced Rocketry

Build custom rockets to travel to other planets and moons. * Luna: The Earth's moon, featuring low gravity and unique ores. * Space Station: A player-built base in orbit used for research and resource processing.

The Betweenlands

A dark, swampy dimension with its own unique survival mechanics and progression. * Decay: A mechanic where the player must consume specific foods to prevent rotting. * Corrosion: Tools and weapons will corrode over time in the swampy atmosphere.

Storage & Logistics

Managing the thousands of items in Enigmatica 2 requires advanced storage solutions.

Applied Energistics 2 (AE2)

A digital storage system that converts items into data stored on 'Storage Cells'. * ME Controller: The brain of the network. * ME Drive: Holds the storage cells. * Auto-Crafting: Allows the system to craft complex items automatically using patterns.

Refined Storage

A simpler alternative to AE2 that provides similar digital storage without the 'channel' limitation.

Storage Drawers

Ideal for early-game and bulk storage. Drawers can be upgraded to hold thousands of a single item type and connected via a Drawer Controller.