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Ores and Resources

Steamcraft adds several new ores to the world generation, each essential for the mod's progression. These ores replace or supplement vanilla resources to fit the steampunk theme.

Ore Drop Mining Level Description
Bornite Purified Copper Stone+ The primary source of Copper, used for wiring and alloys like Brass.
Brimstone Sulphur Iron+ Found in the Nether and deep underground; used for chemical fuel and gunpowder.
Phosphate Phosphorus Iron+ Used alongside Sulphur in Chemical Furnaces for high-speed smelting.
Uranite Uranium Diamond+ A rare radioactive ore used to fuel Nuclear Reactors.
Volucite Etherium Crystal Obsidian+ An extremely rare, glowing ore found at the lowest levels. Requires Obsidian or Etherium tools to mine.
Quartz Ore Quartz Iron+ Replaces Redstone Ore in the world; used for advanced circuitry and Etherium processing.

Machines and Power

Steamcraft introduces a tiered smelting and power system. Unlike vanilla furnaces, these machines often require multiple inputs to function at peak efficiency.

Furnaces

  1. Steam Furnace: Requires a Water Bucket in the top slot and standard fuel (Coal/Wood) in the bottom. It smelts items significantly faster than a standard furnace.
  2. Chemical Furnace: Uses a mixture of Phosphorus and Sulphur as fuel. It is exceptionally fast but consumes fuel rapidly.
  3. Nuclear Reactor: The ultimate smelting machine. Fueled by Uranium Pellets, it processes items almost instantaneously and can power nearby Tesla systems.

Electricity and Tesla Technology

Steamcraft replaces Redstone Wire with Copper Wire. While it functions similarly to Redstone, it is visually distinct and integrates with the mod's electrical components.

  • Tesla Coil: A block that transmits power wirelessly to any Tesla Receiver within a specific radius.
  • Battery: Stores electrical energy for later use in lamps or machines.
  • Electric Lamp: A toggleable light source that requires a constant electrical connection or a nearby Tesla transmission.
  • Inverter & Diode: Steampunk equivalents of the Redstone Torch and Redstone Repeater, used for complex logic circuits.

Weaponry: The Firearm System

Steamcraft adds a comprehensive firearms system, ranging from primitive matchlocks to advanced rifles. All firearms require specific ammunition and components to craft.

Firearm Tiers

  • Matchlock: The most basic tier. Slow to reload and less accurate.
  • Flintlock: A mid-tier improvement with better reliability.
  • Percussion: The highest tier of traditional firearms, offering the fastest reload speeds and highest damage.

Components and Ammo

Item Recipe Components Purpose
Wooden Stock Wood Planks The base handle for all muskets and rifles.
Smoothbore Barrel Iron Ingots Used for Muskets; lower accuracy but cheaper.
Rifled Barrel Iron Ingots + Steel Used for Rifles; high accuracy and range.
Musket Cartridge Gunpowder + Paper + Iron Ingot Standard ammunition for all firearms.
Percussion Cap Brass + Phosphorus Required for Percussion-tier weapons to fire.

Tools and Utility Gear

The mod provides specialized tools that offer unique advantages over vanilla counterparts.

Drills

Drills are the primary mining tool in Steamcraft. They come in various tiers (Wood, Stone, Iron, Gold, Diamond, Obsidian, and Etherium). * Steam Drill: A unique tool that requires water and fuel to operate but can mine large areas of stone extremely quickly. * Core Drill: Used for deep-vein prospecting to find rare ores.

Specialized Apparel

  • Brass Goggles: When worn, they provide the player with Night Vision, allowing for easier cave exploration.
  • Aqualung: A back-mounted tank that allows for extended breathing underwater.
  • Roller Skates: Increases movement speed on flat land but reduces control on stairs or uneven terrain.
  • Pneumatic Braces: Leg-mounted pistons that significantly reduce fall damage and increase jump height.
  • Steam Tools: A set of tools (Shovel, Pickaxe, Chainsaw, Sword) that use steam power to perform actions at high speeds.

Decorative and Structural Blocks

Steamcraft adds a variety of blocks for building Victorian-style structures.

  • Engraved Blocks: Using a Chisel, players can engrave Iron, Gold, Diamond, Brass, and Lapis blocks with intricate patterns.
  • Slate Tiles: Crafted from Obsidian Slate, these provide a dark, professional roofing or flooring option. They can also be crafted into Angled Slate Tiles for sloped roofs.
  • Cast Iron Railings & Gates: Highly durable decorative barriers that are much stronger than wooden fences.
  • Lamp Blocks: Large, stationary light sources that can be toggled on or off via electrical signals.

Technical Data: Block and Item IDs

The following IDs are the default values for Steamcraft 1.7.10. These can be modified in the config.txt file.

Block IDs

Name ID Name ID
Bornite 150 Steam Furnace (Off) 176
Brimstone 151 Chemical Furnace (Off) 178
Phosphate Ore 152 Nuclear Reactor (Off) 180
Volucite 153 Battery 182
Uranite 154 Tesla Coil (Off) 187
Block of Brass 155 Tesla Receiver (Off) 189
Engraved Iron 160 Slate Tiles 193
Brass Log 169 Tea Plant 195

Item IDs

Name ID Name ID
Purified Copper 456 Steam Drill 1275
Brass Ingot 462 Matchlock Musket 1279
Etherium Crystal 460 Percussion Rifle 1284
Uranium Pellet 465 Brass Goggles 1364
Tea Leaves 475 Aqualung 1365
Teacup 479 Roller Skates 1366
Core Drill 507 Pneumatic Braces 1367