Add initial ideas for Chipi Mod features and enhancements

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+# 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.