Redstone Arsenal Mod — Guide
Flux-Infused Materials
The foundation of all equipment in Redstone Arsenal is the Flux-Infused Electrum. These materials must be crafted using machines from the Thermal Series or compatible mods.
Key Components
| Item | Description | Crafting Method |
|---|---|---|
| Flux-Infused Ingot | The primary crafting ingredient for tools and armor. | Induction Smelter: Electrum Ingot + 1000mB Destabilized Redstone (or Redstone Dust) |
| Flux-Infused Nugget | Used for smaller recipes and repairs. | Crafting: 1 Flux-Infused Ingot yields 9 Nuggets |
| Flux-Infused Gem | Used in high-tier components like the Flux-Infused Quiver. | Induction Smelter: Diamond/Emerald + Destabilized Redstone |
| Fluxed Gear | A mechanical component used in tool assembly. | Crafting: 4 Flux-Infused Ingots around an Iron Ingot/Gear |
| Flux-Infused String | Used for the Flux-Infused Bow and Shield. | Fluid Encapsulator: String + Destabilized Redstone |
Mechanics and Empowerment
The core mechanic of Redstone Arsenal is the Empowered State.
- Toggling: By default, pressing the 'V' key will toggle the Empowered state for the item currently held in the main hand.
- Visual Indicators: When an item is Empowered, it will glow with a distinct red glint, and its icon in the hotbar will change to show an active redstone aura.
- Energy Consumption: Standard mode uses a minimal amount of RF per use (e.g., 100-200 RF). Empowered mode uses significantly more (e.g., 800-1600 RF) but provides the secondary effects listed in the tool/weapon sections.
- Flux-Infused Quiver: This specialized back-slot item (or inventory item) stores arrows and can automatically infuse them with RF. If the player has a Flux-Infused Bow and a charged Quiver, they do not need physical arrows in their inventory.
Flux-Infused Tools
All tools in Redstone Arsenal have a base energy capacity (typically 320,000 RF). They can be charged in any standard energy cell or charging station. When 'Empowered' (default keybind: 'V'), the tools gain enhanced abilities.
Tool List and Stats
| Tool | Base Function | Empowered Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Flux-Infused Pickaxe | Mines blocks at Cobalt level. | Increases mining speed and adds a 3x3 area-of-effect mining mode. |
| Flux-Infused Shovel | Digs dirt, sand, and gravel. | Digs in a 3x3 area and creates paths instantly. |
| Flux-Infused Axe | Chops wood and stripping logs. | Can fell entire trees or clear leaves in a large radius. |
| Flux-Infused Shears | Shears sheep and harvests plants. | Shears all entities in a small radius around the player. |
| Flux-Infused Hoe | Tills soil and harvests crops. | Tills a 3x3 or 5x5 area and applies a localized growth boost. |
| Flux-Infused OmniWrench | Functions as a wrench for most mods. | Can rotate blocks and dismantle machines instantly. |
Flux-Infused Weaponry
Combat gear in Redstone Arsenal is designed for high durability and devastating power. Weapons deal significantly more damage when charged and even more when Empowered.
Weapons
- Flux-Infused Sword: Deals high melee damage. When Empowered, it gains a sweeping strike that hits all enemies in a frontal cone and deals lightning-based damage.
- Flux-Infused BattleWrench: A hybrid tool and weapon. It functions as a wrench but has high knockback and damage. Empowered mode increases knockback distance.
- Flux-Infused Bow: Uses RF instead of durability. It can be fired without arrows if the player has a Flux-Infused Quiver. Empowered shots travel faster and explode on impact.
- Flux-Infused Shield: Blocks 100% of damage when charged. When Empowered, it reflects a portion of the damage back at the attacker and can knock back projectiles.
| Weapon | Attack Damage (Base) | Attack Damage (Empowered) | Energy per Swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sword | 7 Points | 13 Points | 200 RF |
| BattleWrench | 6 Points | 10 Points | 250 RF |
| Bow | Variable | Variable + Explosion | 400 RF |
Flux-Infused Armor
The Flux-Infused Armor set provides protection comparable to Diamond or Netherite but uses RF to absorb damage.
Armor Set Properties
- Flux-Infused Helmet: Provides underwater breathing and night vision when Empowered.
- Flux-Infused Chestplate: Provides high armor toughness. When Empowered, it grants the player a 'Flux Shield' that absorbs a fixed amount of damage every few seconds.
- Flux-Infused Leggings: Increases movement speed. Empowered mode allows for faster sprinting and step-assist (walking up full blocks).
- Flux-Infused Boots: Negates fall damage by consuming RF. Empowered mode allows for a 'Multi-Jump' or 'Flux Leap' ability.
Blocks
Redstone Arsenal adds a limited number of blocks, primarily for storage and decorative purposes.
- Flux-Infused Block: A solid block of Flux-Infused Electrum. It is crafted from 9 Flux-Infused Ingots. It can be used as a high-tier beacon base or for compact storage. It emits a light level of 7.
- Flux-Infused Nugget Block: A decorative block crafted from 9 Flux-Infused Nuggets.