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Grinder

B Complex scrap → base component conversion

An essential crafting station that converts complex scrap harvested whole from ocean debris into base components. A single chair, for example, converts to five units of wood - significantly more efficient than the raw log yields. The Grinder introduces the secondary layer of economic tension: retain items in their raw state for direct utility, or process them through the Grinder for higher base-component yield. Companion assistance automates the loading queue.

Tier
B
Role
Complex scrap → base component conversion
Build cost
Metal Scrap + Iron Ingot (built mid-game)

An essential crafting station that converts complex scrap harvested whole from ocean debris into base components. A single chair, for example, converts to five units of wood - significantly more efficient than the raw log yields. The Grinder introduces the secondary layer of economic tension: retain items in their raw state for direct utility, or process them through the Grinder for higher base-component yield. Companion assistance automates the loading queue.

Unlocks

  • Chair → 5 wood
  • Frame → 5 metal
  • Complex scrap → base resources