Collection & Crafting
This mini-game allows characters to collect a variety of materials and craft a variety of items!
Process
Initiate the Game
- Players can initiate the game by using the template below in the #catalysts-and-games Discord channel or by posting on the Support Board.
- Players get one free attempt per month without posting; they can choose any of their characters to use the monthly freebie. After the freebie is used, players have to post characters in order to be able to access the game. For example, if I post Ashbel twice and Leona once in a month, then Ashbel can play the game twice, Leona can play once, and for my bonus freebie I can have Inarius play once.
- Monthly freebies & earned games do not stack/roll over month to month, so make sure to use them when you have them!
- All characters start with an available pool of 35 Action Points (AP) that can be used for any task(s) during the course of the event. Various factors - including a character's proficiency with the task, special offers, injuries or illnesses, buffs from items, etc. - can also impact a character's AP; if they hit 0AP during the event, or if there is not enough AP for the available tasks, the game will automatically end.
Collection
- Support will perform roll(s) to determine the outcome of the chosen task(s).
- After each roll session, the player will be provided with a list of outcomes for their previous requests, then given a list of options, such as:
- Continue Collecting: Perform another collection task (e.g., switch from Fishing to Foraging, or repeat the previous task).
- Move to a New Area: Spend 5AP to move to a new area, where you can try a new activity.
- Proceed to Crafting: Move to the next stage.
- End Game: Stop the mini-game entirely, often chosen when AP is low or zero.
Crafting
- If the player chooses to proceed to Crafting, Support will provide a list of available recipes based on the items currently in their Collection Inventory or products available from the Coalition’s stores.
- Players can choose:
- Craft an Item: Use ingredients in their inventory and/or borrow one item from the Coalition’s stores to craft an item.
- Experiment: Try out new combinations of items, which may lead to the creation of new recipes.
- Support will perform the necessary rolls and provide results.
- After each roll session, the player will be provided with a list of outcomes for their previous requests, then given a list of options, such as:
- Continue Crafting: Continue experimenting, try crafting the same item, or try crafting something new (e.g., switch from Alchemy to Blacksmithing)
- End Game: Stop the mini-game entirely, often chosen when AP is low or zero.
End of Craft
- When AP is reduced to zero, or the player decides to stop, Support will update your inventory and update your character's Crafting Experience Points.
- Characters typically earn 5XP for each successful collection attempt and 10XP for each successful crafting attempt.
- Crafted items will go to your player character inventory while collected items will go into your special Mini-Game Inventory for later use. From there, you can decide to:
- Sell the Items: Gain in-game currency by selling crafted and/or collected items.
- Add Items to the Open Market: Make items available for other players to purchase.
Template
- Character Name: The name of the character participating in the game
- Collecting, Crafting, or Both? Indicate here if you'd like to skip the collecting stage and use items from your Mini-Game Inventory for crafting.
- Area: Required if Collecting
- Initial Tasks: What tasks would you like to open the game with? If you're not sure how to start, skip this and we'll provide you a menu!
- Items or Pets: Mention any items or pets that could influence your results here.
- Special Notes: If there's something in particular you'd like to do, let us know!
Collection Areas & Tasks
| Activity | Area | Cost | Yields |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishing | Beach | 4AP | Fish & aquatic resources like shells, seaweed, or pearls |
| Foraging | Any | 5AP | Plant & animal byproducts such as berries, herbs, feathers, or honey |
| Foresting | Forest | 6AP | Wood & forest-based materials, such as tree sap, bird nests, or insects |
| Hunting | Any | 8AP | Animal byproducts such as meat, hides, and bones |
| Mining | Mountain Ring | 7AP | Minerals, gemstones, or metals |
Crafting Tasks
| Activity | Uses Resources From | Cost | Yields |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alchemy | Foraging | 8AP | Salves, potions, tonics, and alcoholic beverages |
| Artificing | Mining, Foraging | 12AP | Jewelry, talismans, and artifacts |
| Cooking | Fishing, Hunting, Foraging | 6AP | Snacks, meals, and desserts |
| Sewing | Hunting, Foraging | 9AP | Clothing, fabrics, and accessories |
| Smithing | Mining, Foresting | 14AP | Weapons, armor, and tools |
| Woodworking | Foresting, Mining | 10AP | Totems, tools, and structures |
| Experimenting | Any | 10AP | New/mystery products, type depends on task you are experimenting with |
Levels & Rewards
- The listed percentages represent the chances of each outcome. For example:
- At Level 2 Alchemy Proficiency, you have a 30% chance of failing to create an item; a 35% chance to produce a Standard item; a 20% chance to produce an Enhanced item; and a 8% chance to produce an Exceptional item. Each attempt will also have a 10% chance of producing an unusual experience or unique bonus.
- At Level 2 Fishing Proficiency, you have a 20% chance of not catching anything; a 45% chance of catching a Common fish (or finding a Common water-based material); a 20% chance of catching an Uncommon fish; and a 15% chance of catching a Rare fish. Each attempt will also have a 10% chance of producing an unusual experience or unique bonus.
- In addition to the improved odds, each level will also grant your character a special reward specific to the task you have been performing; this includes, but is not limited to, Talents, items, and task-specific Bonuses. There are over 75 possible prizes for each task and you will be able to make your selection from a list of 5 options.
COLLECTION TASKS
This table will be used for all collection tasks (Alchemy, Artificing, Cooking, Sewing, Smithing, and Woodworking).
| Level | XP Needed | Failure | Common | Uncommon | Rare | Special Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 40% | 50% | 7% | 3% | 5% |
| 1 | 25 | 30% | 50% | 12% | 8% | 7% |
| 2 | 60 | 20% | 45% | 20% | 15% | 10% |
| 3 | 110 | 15% | 40% | 25% | 20% | 12% |
| 4 | 170 | 10% | 35% | 30% | 25% | 15% |
| 5 | 250 | 5% | 30% | 35% | 30% | 20% |
CRAFTING TASKS
This table will be used for all crafting tasks (Fishing, Foraging, Foresting, Hunting, and Mining).
| Level | XP Needed | Failure | Standard | Enhanced | Exceptional | Special Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 50% | 40% | 7% | 3% | 5% |
| 1 | 40 | 40% | 40% | 12% | 8% | 7% |
| 2 | 80 | 30% | 35% | 20% | 15% | 10% |
| 3 | 150 | 20% | 30% | 25% | 25% | 12% |
| 4 | 250 | 15% | 25% | 30% | 30% | 15% |
| 5 | 400 | 10% | 20% | 35% | 35% | 20% |
Example Walkthrough
This is a brief "just the basics" example so players can have an idea of what this will look like; results will typically be more detailed and have higher variation potential than the below!
1. Player Initiates the Game with Template:
Character Name: Inarius
Collecting, Crafting, or Both? Both
Area: Beach
Initial Task: Fishing (-4 AP)
Items or Pets: N/A
Special Notes: N/A
2. Support Rolls and Provides the Result
Inarius went fishing at the Beach and discovered one Driftscale Eye!
Inarius now has 31 AP remaining. What would you like to do next?
- Continue Fishing (-4 AP)
- Switch to a Different Task at the current location:
- Foraging (-5 AP)
- Hunting (-8 AP)
- Move to a New Area (-5 AP)
- Proceed to Crafting
- End the event
3. Player's Response
"I'd like to move on to Crafting now!"
4. Support Lists Available Crafting Options
Based on the items in Inarius's Mini-Game Inventory, you can craft the following items:
Veilpiercer Elixir (Alchemy: -8 AP)
- Ingredients: Driftscale Eye, Bloodclaw Claw, Shadowheart Gem (available in your bank)
Potion of Insight (Alchemy: -8 AP)
- Ingredients: Driftscale Eye, Celestial Leaves, Shadow Petal Extract (available in your bank)
You may also choose to Experiment (-10 AP) with any combination of items in your inventory. Please let us know what Crafting method you would like to experiment with.
- Items in Inventory:
- Driftscale Eye
- Bloodclaw Claw
- Shadow Petal Extract
You can borrow one item from the Coalition’s stores to assist in crafting:
- Available: Celestial Leaves, Lumeros Antler, Lumiberry Clusters
5. Player's Decision
"I'd like to create the Veilpiercer Elixir."
6. Support Performs Rolls and Shares the Result
Inarius successfully created a Basic Veilpiercer Elixir! This item is valued at 50-125c.
Crafted items will go to your player character inventory while collected items will go into your special Mini-Game Inventory for later use. From there, you can decide to:
- Sell the Items: Gain in-game currency by selling crafted and/or collected items.
- Add Items to the Open Market: Make items available for other players to purchase.
Inarius now has 23 AP remaining.
Would you like to:
- Continue crafting:
- Experiment (-10 AP)
- Continue with Alchemy (-8 AP)
- Switch to a Different Crafting Task:
- Smithing (-14 AP)
- Woodworking (-10 AP)
- Cooking (-6 AP)
- Sewing (-9 AP)
- Artificing (-12 AP)
- End the event