ChipiMod/IDEAS.md

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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.