Epic Mining System: Complete Ingot Guide
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Table of Contents
- Overview
- System Features
- Ingot Tiers
- Complete Ingot List
- Properties and Bonuses
- Crafting and Usage
- Mining and Obtaining Ingots
- Special Systems
- Integration with Blacksmithing
- Tips and Strategies
Overview
The Epic Mining System introduces over 50 unique ingot types that revolutionize crafting and equipment enhancement. These ingots are organized into six distinct tiers, each offering progressively more powerful bonuses and rarer materials. From common metals like Iron and Copper to legendary materials like Infinity Metal and Divinium, each ingot type provides unique properties that enhance weapons, armor, and tools.
System Features
Core Features
- 50+ Unique Ingot Types: Each with distinct properties and visual appearances
- Tiered Rarity System: Six tiers from Common to Mythic
- Dynamic Property System: Bonuses for durability, damage, armor, and resistances
- Seamless Integration: Works with existing blacksmithing and crafting systems
- Alloying System: Combine different metals to create superior alloys
- Prospector Tools: Specialized equipment for finding rare ores
- Skill-Based Discovery: Higher mining skill unlocks access to rarer materials
Visual Enhancements
- Unique hues for each ingot type
- Distinctive ore appearances
- Enhanced visual feedback for rare discoveries
- Color-coded tier system for easy identification
Ingot Tiers
Tier 1: Common Metals
Skill Requirement: 0-40 Mining Spawn Chance: High (15-20%) - Basic metals suitable for entry-level crafting - Modest bonuses to equipment properties - Readily available in most mining locations
Tier 2: Uncommon Metals
Skill Requirement: 40-60 Mining Spawn Chance: Medium-High (10-15%) - Improved properties over common metals - Better bonuses and more specialized applications - Found in standard mining areas with moderate frequency
Tier 3: Rare Metals
Skill Requirement: 60-80 Mining
Spawn Chance: Medium (5-10%)
- Significant property bonuses
- Required for advanced crafting recipes
- Found in deeper or more challenging mining locations
Tier 4: Very Rare Metals
Skill Requirement: 80-95 Mining Spawn Chance: Low (2-5%) - Exceptional bonuses and special properties - Highly sought after for premium equipment - Requires dedicated mining efforts to obtain
Tier 5: Legendary Metals
Skill Requirement: 95-100 Mining Spawn Chance: Very Low (0.5-2%) - Extraordinary bonuses and unique effects - Reserved for the most elite equipment - Extremely rare and valuable
Tier 6: Mythic Metals
Skill Requirement: 100+ Mining (GM+) Spawn Chance: Ultra Rare (<0.5%) - Game-changing properties and bonuses - The pinnacle of crafting materials - Legendary status among crafters and miners
Complete Ingot List
Tier 1: Common Metals
| Ingot Name | Hue | Durability Bonus | Weapon Damage | Armor HP | Resistances | Special Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Ingot | Standard | +10% | +2% | +5% | Physical +1% | Foundation metal for all crafting |
| Copper Ingot | 2413 | +8% | +1% | +3% | Fire +2% | Excellent heat conductor |
| Tin Ingot | 2419 | +6% | +1% | +2% | Cold +2% | Lightweight and malleable |
| Bronze Ingot | 2118 | +12% | +3% | +6% | Physical +2% | Classic alloy combination |
| Silver Ingot | 2101 | +15% | +2% | +4% | Necromancy +5% | Effective against undead |
| Gold Ingot | 2213 | +8% | +1% | +8% | Magic +3% | Enhances magical properties |
Tier 2: Uncommon Metals
| Ingot Name | Hue | Durability Bonus | Weapon Damage | Armor HP | Resistances | Special Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steel Ingot | 2406 | +20% | +5% | +10% | Physical +3% | Superior strength and durability |
| Brass Ingot | 2125 | +18% | +3% | +7% | Lightning +4% | Conductive properties |
| Lead Ingot | 1109 | +25% | +1% | +15% | Poison +8% | Dense and poison-resistant |
| Pewter Ingot | 2402 | +16% | +2% | +8% | Cold +5% | Balanced properties |
| Nickel Ingot | 2113 | +22% | +4% | +9% | Corrosion +6% | Corrosion resistance |
| Zinc Ingot | 2424 | +14% | +3% | +6% | Lightning +3% | Galvanizing properties |
Tier 3: Rare Metals
| Ingot Name | Hue | Durability Bonus | Weapon Damage | Armor HP | Resistances | Special Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobalt Ingot | 1150 | +30% | +8% | +15% | Magic +5% | Magnetic properties |
| Platinum Ingot | 2101 | +35% | +6% | +20% | All +3% | Noble metal excellence |
| Palladium Ingot | 2419 | +32% | +7% | +18% | Fire +8% | Catalytic properties |
| Titanium Ingot | 2413 | +40% | +10% | +12% | Physical +8% | Lightweight strength |
| Chromium Ingot | 2213 | +28% | +9% | +16% | Corrosion +10% | Mirror finish capability |
| Tungsten Ingot | 1109 | +45% | +12% | +10% | Heat +12% | Highest melting point |
| Vanadium Ingot | 2406 | +33% | +8% | +14% | Impact +7% | Steel strengthening |
| Molybdenum Ingot | 2402 | +38% | +9% | +13% | Heat +9% | High-temperature stability |
Tier 4: Very Rare Metals
| Ingot Name | Hue | Durability Bonus | Weapon Damage | Armor HP | Resistances | Special Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mithril Ingot | 2425 | +50% | +15% | +25% | Magic +10% | Legendary lightness and strength |
| Adamantium Ingot | 1109 | +60% | +20% | +20% | Physical +15% | Nearly indestructible |
| Orichalcum Ingot | 2213 | +45% | +18% | +22% | Lightning +12% | Ancient mystical metal |
| Quicksilver Ingot | 2101 | +35% | +12% | +30% | Poison +15% | Liquid metal properties |
| Electrum Ingot | 2125 | +42% | +14% | +26% | Energy +10% | Natural gold-silver alloy |
| Meteorite Ingot | 2406 | +55% | +22% | +18% | Cosmic +8% | Extraterrestrial origin |
| Obsidian Ingot | 1175 | +40% | +25% | +15% | Cutting +20% | Volcanic glass metal |
| Crystalline Ingot | 1153 | +38% | +16% | +28% | Magic +12% | Crystal-infused metal |
Tier 5: Legendary Metals
| Ingot Name | Hue | Durability Bonus | Weapon Damage | Armor HP | Resistances | Special Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umbral Ingot | 1175 | +65% | +25% | +30% | Shadow +20% | Forged from darkness |
| Radiant Ingot | 1153 | +60% | +30% | +25% | Light +20% | Blessed by celestial forces |
| Voidsteel Ingot | 1109 | +70% | +28% | +22% | Void +18% | Consumes negative energy |
| Astral Ingot | 2425 | +55% | +24% | +35% | Astral +15% | Phases between dimensions |
| Ethereal Ingot | 2101 | +50% | +20% | +40% | Ethereal +25% | Partially incorporeal |
| Celestial Ingot | 1153 | +68% | +32% | +28% | Divine +22% | Touched by the heavens |
| Abyssal Ingot | 1175 | +72% | +35% | +20% | Demonic +25% | Forged in the depths |
| Prismatic Ingot | Multi-hue | +58% | +26% | +32% | All +8% | Contains all light spectrums |
Tier 6: Mythic Metals
| Ingot Name | Hue | Durability Bonus | Weapon Damage | Armor HP | Resistances | Special Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infinity Metal | 1153 | +100% | +50% | +50% | All +20% | Theoretically limitless potential |
| Xormite | 1175 | +90% | +45% | +40% | Chaos +30% | Unpredictable chaotic properties |
| Divinium | 1161 | +95% | +40% | +55% | Divine +35% | Metal of the gods |
| Vortexium | 1150 | +85% | +42% | +45% | Dimensional +25% | Bends space-time |
| Nullsteel | 1109 | +80% | +38% | +48% | Negation +40% | Nullifies magical effects |
| Temporal Alloy | 2425 | +88% | +35% | +52% | Temporal +30% | Exists outside normal time |
Properties and Bonuses
Durability Bonuses
Epic ingots significantly enhance the durability of crafted items:
- Common Tier: +6% to +15% durability
- Uncommon Tier: +14% to +25% durability
- Rare Tier: +28% to +45% durability
- Very Rare Tier: +35% to +60% durability
- Legendary Tier: +50% to +72% durability
- Mythic Tier: +80% to +100% durability
Weapon Damage Bonuses
Weapons crafted with epic ingots gain substantial damage increases: - Common Tier: +1% to +3% weapon damage - Uncommon Tier: +1% to +5% weapon damage - Rare Tier: +6% to +12% weapon damage - Very Rare Tier: +12% to +25% weapon damage - Legendary Tier: +20% to +35% weapon damage - Mythic Tier: +35% to +50% weapon damage
Armor Hit Points
Armor pieces receive significant HP boosts: - Common Tier: +2% to +8% armor HP - Uncommon Tier: +6% to +15% armor HP - Rare Tier: +10% to +20% armor HP - Very Rare Tier: +15% to +30% armor HP - Legendary Tier: +20% to +40% armor HP - Mythic Tier: +40% to +55% armor HP
Resistance Bonuses
All epic ingots provide various resistance bonuses: - Elemental Resistances: Fire, Cold, Lightning, Poison - Physical Resistances: Impact, Cutting, Piercing - Magical Resistances: Magic, Necromancy, Divine - Special Resistances: Dimensional, Temporal, Chaos
Enchantment Values
Higher-tier ingots provide increased enchantment potential: - Common: 1.0x base enchantment value - Uncommon: 1.2x base enchantment value - Rare: 1.5x base enchantment value - Very Rare: 2.0x base enchantment value - Legendary: 3.0x base enchantment value - Mythic: 5.0x base enchantment value
Crafting and Usage
Blacksmithing Integration
Epic ingots seamlessly integrate with the existing blacksmithing system:
Weapon Crafting
- All epic ingots can substitute for regular ingots in weapon recipes
- Higher-tier ingots require correspondingly higher blacksmithing skill
- Special weapons may require specific ingot types
- Legendary and Mythic weapons often need multiple ingot types
Armor Crafting
- Epic ingots enhance all armor types (Plate, Chain, Ring, Scale)
- Armor pieces inherit the ingot's resistance bonuses
- Full suits made from matching ingots receive set bonuses
- Mixed ingot sets provide diverse resistance profiles
Tool Crafting
- Mining tools crafted with epic ingots last significantly longer
- Higher-tier tools may unlock access to better ore deposits
- Specialized tools like Prospector's Shovels require rare ingots
- Exceptional tools can be crafted using legendary materials
Skill Requirements
Crafting with epic ingots requires appropriate skill levels:
| Ingot Tier | Minimum Blacksmithing | Recommended Skill |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 0-50 | 60+ |
| Uncommon | 50-70 | 75+ |
| Rare | 70-85 | 90+ |
| Very Rare | 85-95 | 100+ |
| Legendary | 95-100 | 100+ (GM) |
| Mythic | 100+ | 120+ (Legendary) |
Resource Requirements
Higher-tier items require more ingots: - Basic Items: 1-5 ingots - Advanced Items: 5-15 ingots - Exceptional Items: 15-30 ingots - Legendary Items: 30-50 ingots - Artifact Items: 50+ ingots
Mining and Obtaining Ingots
Mining Locations
Surface Mining
- Common and Uncommon Metals: Available in standard mining areas
- Spawn Rate: High to medium
- Skill Required: 0-60 Mining
- Risk Level: Low
Deep Mining
- Rare and Very Rare Metals: Found in deeper caverns and dungeons
- Spawn Rate: Medium to low
- Skill Required: 60-95 Mining
- Risk Level: Medium to high
Legendary Mining Spots
- Legendary and Mythic Metals: Exclusive locations with dangerous guardians
- Spawn Rate: Very low to ultra-rare
- Skill Required: 95-120 Mining
- Risk Level: Extreme
Mining Mechanics
Skill-Based Discovery
- Higher mining skill increases chances of finding rare ores
- Skill bonuses apply to both ore quality and quantity
- Grandmaster miners have access to exclusive deposits
Mining Success Factors
- Mining Skill Level: Primary factor in ore discovery
- Tool Quality: Epic mining tools improve success rates
- Location: Certain areas favor specific ore types
- Time of Day: Some rare ores are more common at specific times
- Luck: Random chance can override normal probabilities
Ore Processing
- Raw ores must be smelted into ingots
- Smelting success rates vary by ore rarity
- Failed smelting attempts may yield lesser materials
- Master smelters can combine multiple ore types
Special Mining Equipment
Prospector's Shovel
- Purpose: Increases rare ore discovery rates
- Crafting: Requires rare ingots and high blacksmithing
- Bonus: +15% to rare ore spawn chances
- Durability: Enhanced when crafted with epic ingots
Gargoyle Pickaxe
- Purpose: Specialized for hard-to-reach deposits
- Crafting: Requires very rare ingots
- Bonus: +25% success rate in difficult terrain
- Special: Can mine certain exclusive ore types
Prospector's Tools Set
- Components: Multiple specialized tools
- Purpose: Comprehensive mining enhancement
- Bonus: Cumulative bonuses when used together
- Requirement: Legendary crafting materials
Special Systems
Alloying Crucible
The Alloying Crucible allows miners and smiths to combine different metals:
Basic Alloying
- Combine two or more ingot types
- Create custom alloys with blended properties
- Success rate depends on blacksmithing skill
- Failed attempts may destroy materials
Advanced Alloy Recipes
- Bronze: Copper + Tin (90% success rate)
- Steel: Iron + Coal + Flux (75% success rate)
- Electrum: Gold + Silver (85% success rate)
- Mithril Alloy: Mithril + Silver + Moonstone (25% success rate)
- Custom Alloys: Player experimentation encouraged
Crucible Features
- Temperature control for precise alloying
- Multiple input slots for complex recipes
- Quality indicators for alloy purity
- Failure protection options for valuable materials
Ore Transmutation
Advanced alchemical processes can transmute ores:
Transmutation Rules
- Lower-tier ores can be combined to create higher-tier materials
- Requires significant quantities (usually 10:1 ratio)
- Success rates decrease with target tier
- Legendary and Mythic materials cannot be transmuted
Transmutation Examples
- 10 Iron Ore → 1 Steel Ore (60% success)
- 10 Steel Ore → 1 Cobalt Ore (40% success)
- 10 Cobalt Ore → 1 Mithril Ore (20% success)
Ore Enhancement
Special processes can enhance ore quality:
Enhancement Methods
- Magical Infusion: Use reagents to boost ore properties
- Elemental Tempering: Expose ores to elemental forces
- Divine Blessing: Seek blessing from NPCs or shrines
- Temporal Aging: Allow ores to mature over time
Enhancement Results
- Increased ore purity
- Bonus properties on resulting ingots
- Unique visual effects
- Rare achievement unlocks
Integration with Blacksmithing
Seamless Replacement System
The Epic Mining system integrates perfectly with existing blacksmithing:
Automatic Substitution
- Epic ingots automatically substitute for regular ingots
- Maintains all existing recipe compatibility
- No changes required to existing crafting menus
- Backward compatibility with standard materials
Enhanced Crafting Results
- Items crafted with epic ingots gain bonus properties
- Visual enhancements reflect the ingot type used
- Tool tips display the epic ingot type and bonuses
- Crafted items become more valuable and sought-after
Crafting Menu Integration
The blacksmithing interface seamlessly incorporates epic ingots:
Selection Process
- Choose item to craft from standard menus
- System automatically detects available epic ingots
- Preview shows potential bonuses from each ingot type
- Select desired ingot type for crafting
- Craft with enhanced properties applied
Resource Management
- Clear inventory display of all available ingot types
- Color-coded icons for easy tier identification
- Quantity tracking for crafting planning
- Automatic sorting by tier and type
Quality Scaling
Different ingot tiers produce different quality results:
Quality Levels
- Standard: Common and Uncommon ingots
- Exceptional: Rare ingots (chance for exceptional items)
- Superior: Very Rare ingots (higher exceptional chance)
- Masterwork: Legendary ingots (guaranteed exceptional+)
- Artifact: Mythic ingots (unique properties possible)
Tips and Strategies
For New Miners
- Start with Surface Mining: Build skills with common ores
- Invest in Good Tools: Quality tools improve success rates
- Learn the Locations: Different areas favor different ore types
- Join Mining Groups: Team up for dangerous deep mining
- Save Rare Materials: Don't waste legendary ingots on basic items
For Experienced Miners
- Specialize in Specific Tiers: Focus expertise for better results
- Invest in Prospector Tools: Enhanced equipment pays for itself
- Master the Alloying Crucible: Create custom alloys for unique builds
- Track Market Prices: Some ores are more valuable than others
- Establish Mining Routes: Efficient paths maximize ore discovery
For Crafters
- Match Ingots to Purpose: Use appropriate tiers for intended use
- Experiment with Combinations: Mixed ingot sets can be powerful
- Plan Resource Usage: Higher tiers should be saved for important items
- Understand Bonuses: Learn which properties benefit your playstyle
- Build Reputation: Epic crafted items command premium prices
Advanced Strategies
- Temporal Mining: Some ores spawn at specific times
- Luck Maximization: Combine luck bonuses for better discovery
- Guild Coordination: Organize group mining expeditions
- Market Manipulation: Control supply of specific rare ingots
- Achievement Hunting: Complete mining challenges for rewards
Economic Considerations
- Supply and Demand: Rare ingots command high prices
- Crafting Profits: Epic items sell for significant premiums
- Investment Strategy: Stockpile rare materials for future value
- Trade Networks: Establish relationships with other miners/crafters
- Market Timing: Buy low during events, sell high during shortages
Conclusion
The Epic Mining System represents a revolutionary advancement in Ultima Online crafting and mining. With over 50 unique ingot types spanning six distinct tiers, players have unprecedented options for customizing their equipment and pursuing mining excellence. From the humble Iron ingot to the legendary Infinity Metal, each material offers unique properties and bonuses that can dramatically enhance gameplay.
Whether you're a dedicated miner seeking the thrill of discovering rare ores, a master crafter pushing the boundaries of what's possible, or an adventurer looking for the ultimate equipment, the Epic Mining System provides endless opportunities for exploration, experimentation, and achievement.
The seamless integration with existing systems ensures that both newcomers and veterans can immediately benefit from these enhancements, while the tiered progression system provides long-term goals and sustained engagement. With features like the Alloying Crucible, Prospector Tools, and advanced ore processing, the system offers depth and complexity that rewards dedication and skill.
As you embark on your epic mining journey, remember that the greatest treasures often require the greatest risks. The path to Mythic materials is fraught with danger, but the rewards—both in terms of game mechanics and personal achievement—are truly legendary.
Happy mining, and may your picks strike true!
This guide represents the current state of the Epic Mining System. The system continues to evolve, with new features, ingots, and mechanics being added regularly. Check back for updates and expansions to this comprehensive guide.