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Ore Growth Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I get crystal clusters to start growing?
Place an ore block and wait—crystal clusters will begin growing on its surface over time. You can speed up growth by ensuring the ore is in the right conditions (check your guides for environmental requirements). Once a cluster is fully grown, harvest it with any pickaxe to collect the resource.
Do crystal clusters grow on all ore types?
Crystal clusters can grow on most standard ores including iron, copper, gold, and diamonds, but some modded ores may have different growth rates or requirements. Check the mod's configuration or in-game tooltips to see which ores support cluster growth in your setup.
What's the difference between mining an ore directly vs waiting for clusters?
Mining an ore directly gives you immediate resources but destroys the ore block. Waiting for clusters to grow takes longer but yields more resources per ore block and lets the ore regenerate for future harvests, making it more efficient long-term.
Why aren't my crystal clusters growing?
Clusters need specific conditions to grow—check that your ore blocks have proper lighting, space above them, and aren't in a suppressed biome or area. Refer to the troubleshooting guide for a full checklist of growth requirements.
Can I speed up crystal cluster growth?
Growth rate depends on environmental factors like light level and biome. Some setups allow you to optimize these conditions to accelerate growth, though there are typically limits to how fast clusters can develop.
Do crystal clusters work with ores from other mods?
Compatibility depends on how the mod is configured and whether other mods' ores are registered properly. Most popular modded ores should work, but check your mod's config file or the mod author's documentation for a compatibility list.
Will this mod cause lag or performance issues?
Large-scale crystal farms can impact performance if not managed carefully, as the mod tracks growth on many ore blocks. Consider limiting the number of active clusters or spreading them across multiple chunks to maintain smooth gameplay.
Can I disable crystal growth on specific ores?
Yes, most aspects of the mod can be configured through the config file, including which ores support clusters and their growth rates. Edit the configuration to customize the mod to your playstyle.
What happens if I break an ore block with a partially grown cluster?
Breaking an ore block stops cluster growth and you'll lose any progress on that cluster. The ore block itself may or may not drop depending on your mod settings—check your configuration.
Is there a way to see how long until a cluster is fully grown?
Some versions of the mod show growth progress through visual stages on the cluster itself or via tooltips when you look at it. The exact display method depends on your mod version.