{
  "biome_id": "hurricane_zone",
  "display_name": "Hurricane Zone",
  "description": "Coastal regions subjected to frequent hurricane activity, featuring storm-resistant vegetation and specialized ecosystems",

  "classification": {
    "type": "special_climate_zone",
    "priority": 6,
    "token_requirements": {
      "hurricane_tokens": {"min": 1, "condition": "greater_than_zero"}
    },
    "climate_conditions": {
      "high_wind_exposure": true,
      "frequent_storm_activity": true,
      "salt_spray_tolerance_required": true,
      "coastal_proximity": true
    },
    "elevation_range": {
      "minimum": 0,
      "maximum": 100,
      "typical_range": [0, 50],
      "formation_zone": "coastal_areas_near_sea_level"
    },
    "generation_notes": {
      "formation_process": "Created by hurricane_tokens from WindRegions with high wind_strength + high wetness",
      "geographic_distribution": "Coastal areas in hurricane-prone latitudes",
      "rarity": "Moderate - found along storm-prone coastlines",
      "minimum_area": 50,
      "typical_area_range": [100, 500]
    }
  },

  "vegetation": {
    "primary": "storm_resistant_palms",
    "secondary": ["coastal_grasses", "mangrove_species", "salt_tolerant_shrubs"],
    "characteristics": [
      "deep_root_systems",
      "flexible_trunks",
      "salt_tolerance",
      "rapid_recovery_after_storms"
    ],
    "forest_compatibility": false,
    "note": "Traditional forests cannot survive the frequent high-wind disturbances"
  },

  "environmental_properties": {
    "storm_resistance": 3.0,
    "coastal_access": 2.0,
    "wind_energy_potential": 2.5,
    "biodiversity": 1.2,
    "soil_stability": 0.6,
    "water_drainage": 1.8
  },

  "resource_modifiers": {
    "wind_energy": 2.5,
    "seafood": 1.8,
    "storm_resistant_materials": 2.0,
    "agriculture": 0.4,
    "forestry": 0.1,
    "industrial_suitability": 0.6,
    "tourism_potential": 1.4
  },

  "industrial_considerations": {
    "construction_requirements": [
      "hurricane_resistant_buildings",
      "elevated_foundations",
      "storm_surge_protection"
    ],
    "advantages": [
      "excellent_wind_energy_sites",
      "natural_harbors_from_storm_carving",
      "unique_marine_resources"
    ],
    "challenges": [
      "seasonal_evacuation_needs",
      "infrastructure_maintenance_costs",
      "limited_agricultural_productivity"
    ]
  },

  "gameplay_effects": {
    "defensive_bonuses": {
      "coastal_fortification_bonus": 1.5,
      "storm_shelter_effectiveness": 2.0
    },
    "economic_factors": {
      "insurance_costs": 2.5,
      "reconstruction_frequency": "seasonal",
      "specialized_industry_bonus": 1.3
    },
    "strategic_value": {
      "naval_base_suitability": 1.8,
      "early_warning_systems": 2.0,
      "hurricane_tracking_advantage": true
    }
  },

}