> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ark-project-valkyrie.gitbook.io/ark-project-valkyrie/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ark-project-valkyrie.gitbook.io/ark-project-valkyrie/server-features/mining-system.md). # Mining System The **Mining System** is a unique feature that allows players to gather ores, crystals, and other valuable items at **Mining Spots** scattered across the world. By utilizing various tools and skills, players can collect resources to enhance their gameplay. The system also features a variety of mining nodes, each with different rarity, which offers distinct rewards. ## **Types of Mining Nodes** There are **five types** of mining nodes, each with varying rarity and rewards: * **Common** * **Uncommon** * **Rare** * **Epic** * **Legendary** *** #### **List of Ores Collected from Mining** * **Common Draco Ore** * **Common Draco Ore Dust** * **Rare Draco Ore** * **Rare Draco Ore Dust** * **Epic Draco Ore** * **Epic Draco Ore Dust** * **Legendary Draco Ore** * **Legendary Draco Ore Dust** * **Draco Ore Rejects** *** ## **Requirements for Mining** To start mining, players need to meet the following requirements: 1. **Mining Skill** 2. **Mining Pickaxe** **How to Obtain Mining Skill** 1. **Location:** Find the **Master of Mining NPC** 2. **Process:** Talk to the NPC and learn the **Mining Skill**. 3. **Cost:** Learning the basic Mining Skill will cost **1,000,000 Zeny**. ## **How to Upgrade Mining Skill** To upgrade your Mining Skill, visit the **Master of Mining NPC** at the same location. The upgrade process requires **Draco Stardust** and follows this system: | Skill Upgrade | Success Chance (Common Draco Stardust) | Success Chance (Rare Draco Stardust) | Success Chance (Epic Draco Stardust) | Success Chance (Legendary Draco Stardust) | Quantity for Common Draco Stardust | Quantity for Rare Draco Stardust | Quantity for Epic Draco Stardust | Quantity for Legendary Draco Stardust | | ------------- | -------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------ | ------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | -------------------------------- | -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------- | | **+0 > +1** | 35% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | | **+1 > +2** | 35% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | | **+2 > +3** | 35% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | | **+3 > +4** | 35% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | | **+4 > +5** | 35% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | | **+5 > +6** | 35% | 40% | 50% | 60% | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | | **+6 > +7** | 35% | 35% | 40% | 45% | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | | **+7 > +8** | 30% | 30% | 35% | 40% | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 | | **+8 > +9** | 20% | 25% | 30% | 35% | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | | **+9 > +10** | 15% | 15% | 15% | 15% | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | *** ## **Mining Tools: Mining Pickaxe** **Mining Pickaxe** * The **Mining Pickaxe** comes with a **Durability of 60/60** and can be used for mining at various nodes. * **Durability Lost Deduction:** * 1 durability lost for **Common/Uncommon nodes**. * 2 durability lost for **Rare nodes**. * 3 durability lost for **Epic nodes**. * 5 durability lost for **Legendary nodes**. ## **Crafting the Mining Pickaxe** To craft the Mining Pickaxe, players need to submit the following items to the **Master of Forge NPC** * **100x Fine-grained Trunk** * **50x Wooden Flute** * **20x Aquamarine** * **3x Steel Box** * **35x Steel** * **1,500,000 Zeny** ## **Repairing and Increasing Durability** To repair or increase the durability of the Mining Pickaxe, players can visit the **Master of Forge NPC** and submit the following items: * **5x Steel** * **15x Wooden Flute** (obtainable from Lumberjack) * **2x Wood** (obtainable from Lumberjack) * **4x Rome Apple** (obtainable from Planting) * **2x Honey Locust** (obtainable from Planting) * **3x Sticky Herb** (obtainable from Planting) * **100,000 Zeny** To create the **Steel Box**, the following items are required: * **5x Corruption Crystal** * **25x Iron** * **50x Rusty Screw** * **25x Oridecon** ## **Refining Mining Pickaxe** Both the Mining Pickaxe can be refined at the **Master of Forge NPC** The refining process requires specific materials, and each refinement has a chance of success.
RefinementSuccess Chance (Common Draco Bar)Success Chance (Rare Draco Bar)Success Chance (Epic Draco Bar)Success Chance (Legendary Draco Bar)Break ChanceMaterials Required (Common Draco Bar)Materials Required (Rare Draco Bar)Materials Required (Epic Draco Bar)Materials Required (Legendary Draco Bar)
+0 > +150%60%70%80%10%10101010
+1 > +250%60%70%80%20%20202020
+2 > +340%50%60%70%30%30303030
+3 > +440%50%55%60%40%40404040
+4 > +530%45%50%55%15%50505050
+5 > +630%40%45%50%30%60606060
+6 > +725%35%40%45%40%70707070
+7 > +820%30%35%40%50%80808080
+8 > +915%25%30%35%60%90909090
+9 > +1010%15%20%25%70%100100100100
## **Forge System** The **Master of Forge NPC** in **Main Town** (`/navi doubrius_n1 242/292`) also allows players to create **Special Draco Items**: * **Draco Bar** (Common, Rare, Epic, Legendary) * **Draco Stardust** (Common, Rare, Epic, Legendary) * **Draco Anvil** ## **How to Create Draco Bars** * **Common Draco Bar**: * **120x Common Draco Ore** * **50,000 Zeny** * **Rare Draco Bar**: * **120x Rare Draco Ore** * **70,000 Zeny** * **Epic Draco Bar**: * **120x Epic Draco Ore** * **100,000 Zeny** * **Legendary Draco Bar**: * **120x Legendary Draco Ore** * **150,000 Zeny** ## **How to Create Draco Stardust** * **Common Draco Stardust**: * **120x Common Draco Ore Dust** * **5x Star Dust** * **50,000 Zeny** * **Rare Draco Stardust**: * **120x Rare Draco Ore Dust** * **5x Star Dust** * **70,000 Zeny** * **Epic Draco Stardust**: * **120x Epic Draco Ore Dust** * **5x Star Dust** * **100,000 Zeny** * **Legendary Draco Stardust**: * **120x Legendary Draco Ore Dust** * **5x Star Dust** * **150,000 Zeny** ## **How to Create Draco Anvil** * **Draco Anvil**: * **100x Draco Ore Rejects** * **50,000 Zeny** *** This system provides extensive gameplay opportunities, from gathering ores to crafting powerful items and refining tools. Players will need to use strategy and resources to maximize their mining efficiency and upgrade their gear for tougher challenges.