# Chipi Mod Ideas

## Progression Loop
### Idea
Add a portal activator + key system that unlocks deeper rooms in the Chipi dimension.
### What It Does
Creates a clear loop: build portal → explore → collect keys → access new room tiers.

## Dungeon Variety
### Idea
Add multiple room archetypes: loot rooms, trap rooms, dead ends, vertical shafts.
### What It Does
Breaks up repetition and makes each run feel less predictable.

## Chipi Loot Tables
### Idea
Create loot tables for rooms/corridors with unique tools, curios, and lore items.
### What It Does
Rewards exploration beyond ore grinding.

## Miniboss or Boss
### Idea
Add a rare boss like "Mep Alpha" or "Void Warden" that guards a core material.
### What It Does
Gives a big milestone and a reason to return to the dimension.

## Player Jr Modes
### Idea
Add follow/guard/wander + sit/teleport behaviors, plus simple leveling perks.
### What It Does
Turns Player Jr into a companion system instead of a single behavior.

## Jr Recall Item
### Idea
Add a "Jr Whistle" to recall Player Jr to you or to the portal spawn.
### What It Does
Fixes pathing loss and makes Jr easier to manage.

## Aura-Driven Tool Skills
### Idea
Add a short dash, shield, or blink that consumes the aura bar.
### What It Does
Lets the aura system do more than passive energy display.

## Chipi Shrine
### Idea
Add a recharge block or ritual that refills aura energy for materials.
### What It Does
Creates a resource sink and a strategic rest point.

## Expanded Milk Uses
### Idea
Use Mep Milk and Player Milk in brewing or special recipes.
### What It Does
Gives the items more long-term value.

## Mep Variants
### Idea
Add a rare friendly Mep variant with unique drops or interactions.
### What It Does
Adds discovery moments and variety to the mob.

## Chipper Upgrades
### Idea
Add reinforced or blessed chipper armor/tools with small set bonuses.
### What It Does
Extends gear progression past base chipper items.

## Portal Effects
### Idea
Add particles, ambient hum, and a short screen tint on teleport.
### What It Does
Makes portal travel feel more special.

## Void Hazard Zones
### Idea
Add a "void fog" or patches that drain aura instead of insta-kill.
### What It Does
Creates tension without instant death.

## Dimension Ambience
### Idea
Custom sky color, fog distance, and looping ambient sound in Chipi.
### What It Does
Strengthens the dimension's atmosphere.

## Chipi Compass
### Idea
Add a compass item that points to the nearest room or portal.
### What It Does
Helps navigation in the dungeon grid.

## Block Family
### Idea
Add stairs/slabs/walls for Chipi blocks.
### What It Does
Improves building options in the dimension.

## Rare Ore Nodes
### Idea
Add rare geodes or ore nodes unique to Chipi for discs or relics.
### What It Does
Creates a high-value hunt target.

## Trader NPC
### Idea
Add a small trader that spawns in certain rooms.
### What It Does
Introduces a non-hostile encounter with unique trades.

## New Advancements
### Idea
Add a few fun advancements for Mep interactions and Player Jr milestones.
### What It Does
Highlights quirky features and gives players goals.

## Structure Test Tools
### Idea
Add a command for random room placement to quickly test layouts.
### What It Does
Speeds up iteration on dungeon design.
