{
  "biome_id": "hills",
  "display_name": "Hills",
  "description": "Rolling hill country with moderate elevation, diverse microclimates, and mixed vegetation creating natural terraced landscapes",

  "classification": {
    "type": "normal_biome",
    "priority": 17,
    "token_requirements": {
      "elevation": {"min": 500, "max": 1500, "condition": "moderate_altitude"},
      "rain_tokens": {"min": 150, "condition": "adequate_moisture"}
    },
    "climate_conditions": {
      "moderate_elevation_effects": true,
      "varied_microclimates": true,
      "good_drainage": true,
      "wind_exposure_variation": true
    },
    "elevation_range": {
      "minimum": 500,
      "maximum": 1500,
      "typical_range": [600, 1200],
      "formation_zone": "transition_between_plains_and_mountains"
    },
    "generation_notes": {
      "formation_process": "Created by moderate elevation (500-1500m) with adequate moisture (≥150 rain_tokens)",
      "geographic_distribution": "Transition zones between plains and mountains",
      "rarity": "Common - natural intermediate terrain",
      "minimum_area": 100,
      "typical_area_range": [200, 800]
    }
  },

  "vegetation": {
    "primary": "mixed_elevation_adapted",
    "secondary": ["hill_grasslands", "scattered_woodlands", "shrublands", "valley_forests"],
    "characteristics": [
      "elevation_gradient_adaptation",
      "diverse_microhabitats",
      "slope_aspect_variation",
      "mixed_vegetation_types",
      "erosion_resistance"
    ],
    "forest_compatibility": "partial_woodlands",
    "note": "Diverse vegetation zones based on slope orientation and elevation"
  },

  "environmental_properties": {
    "topographic_diversity": 2.5,
    "drainage_quality": 2.2,
    "microclimate_variation": 2.3,
    "erosion_control": 1.8,
    "scenic_value": 2.4,
    "biodiversity": 1.6
  },

  "resource_modifiers": {
    "mixed_agriculture": 1.4,
    "livestock_grazing": 1.8,
    "forestry": 1.2,
    "stone_quarrying": 1.6,
    "wind_energy": 1.3,
    "water_sources": 1.5,
    "tourism": 1.9,
    "industrial_suitability": 1.1,
    "transportation": 0.8,
    "recreation": 2.1
  },

  "industrial_considerations": {
    "construction_requirements": [
      "slope_stabilization",
      "terraced_construction",
      "drainage_management",
      "access_road_engineering"
    ],
    "advantages": [
      "natural_defensive_positions",
      "diverse_resource_access",
      "good_water_drainage",
      "scenic_development_potential"
    ],
    "challenges": [
      "uneven_terrain_costs",
      "erosion_management",
      "transportation_complexity",
      "varying_soil_conditions"
    ]
  },

  "gameplay_effects": {
    "defensive_bonuses": {
      "elevated_positions": 1.8,
      "natural_fortification": 1.6,
      "observation_advantage": 2.0
    },
    "economic_factors": {
      "construction_costs": 1.4,
      "agricultural_diversity": 1.6,
      "tourism_income": 1.8,
      "transportation_costs": 1.3
    },
    "strategic_value": {
      "tactical_advantage": 1.9,
      "resource_diversity": 1.7,
      "settlement_desirability": 1.8
    }
  },

  "topographic_features": {
    "rolling_terrain": "gentle_to_moderate_slopes",
    "valley_systems": "natural_drainage_and_shelter",
    "ridge_lines": "elevated_transportation_routes",
    "natural_terraces": "stepped_landscape_features"
  },

  "agricultural_potential": {
    "terraced_farming": "slope_agriculture_adaptation",
    "mixed_land_use": "crops_pasture_and_woodland",
    "orchard_suitability": "fruit_trees_on_slopes",
    "vineyard_potential": "wine_production_terrain"
  },

  "water_systems": {
    "spring_sources": "hillside_water_emergence",
    "creek_systems": "valley_drainage_networks",
    "pond_potential": "natural_water_collection",
    "watershed_management": "erosion_and_runoff_control"
  },

  "wildlife": {
    "habitat_diversity": [
      "valley_woodland_species",
      "grassland_animals",
      "edge_habitat_specialists",
      "slope_adapted_plants"
    ],
    "hunting_opportunities": 1.6,
    "biodiversity": 1.6,
    "wildlife_corridors": "natural_movement_pathways"
  },

  "settlement_patterns": {
    "hilltop_settlements": "defensive_and_scenic_locations",
    "valley_villages": "water_access_and_shelter",
    "slope_farming": "terraced_agricultural_communities",
    "ridge_transportation": "natural_road_corridors"
  },

  "seasonal_characteristics": {
    "spring": "varied_blooming_times_by_elevation",
    "summer": "diverse_microclimates_and_activities",
    "autumn": "spectacular_color_displays",
    "winter": "snow_variation_by_elevation_and_aspect"
  },

  "recreational_opportunities": {
    "hiking_trails": 2.2,
    "scenic_driving": 2.0,
    "mountain_biking": 1.9,
    "photography": 2.1,
    "camping": 1.7,
    "nature_education": 1.8
  },

  "microclimate_zones": {
    "south_facing_slopes": "warmer_and_drier_conditions",
    "north_facing_slopes": "cooler_and_moister_conditions",
    "valley_bottoms": "protected_and_humid_microclimates",
    "ridge_tops": "exposed_and_windy_conditions"
  },

  "soil_characteristics": {
    "slope_variation": "thinner_soils_on_slopes_deeper_in_valleys",
    "drainage_quality": "generally_good_with_slope_advantage",
    "erosion_potential": "managed_through_vegetation_cover",
    "fertility_variation": "nutrient_accumulation_in_lower_areas"
  },

}