{
  "biome_id": "tropical_rainforest",
  "display_name": "Tropical Rainforest",
  "description": "Dense, high-biodiversity forests in equatorial regions with high temperature and abundant rainfall, representing peak terrestrial biodiversity",

  "classification": {
    "type": "normal_biome",
    "priority": 10,
    "token_requirements": {
      "rain_tokens": {"min": 500, "condition": "abundant_rainfall"},
      "temperature": {"min": 25, "condition": "tropical_heat"}
    },
    "climate_conditions": {
      "high_temperature": true,
      "abundant_rainfall": true,
      "high_humidity": true,
      "minimal_seasonal_variation": true
    },
    "elevation_range": {
      "minimum": 0,
      "maximum": 1500,
      "typical_range": [0, 800],
      "formation_zone": "equatorial_lowlands_and_foothills"
    },
    "generation_notes": {
      "formation_process": "Created by high rain_tokens (500+) combined with tropical temperatures (25°C+)",
      "geographic_distribution": "Equatorial regions with ITCZ influence and abundant moisture",
      "rarity": "Moderate - requires specific combination of heat and extreme moisture",
      "minimum_area": 200,
      "typical_area_range": [500, 2000],
      "formation_priority": "High - represents Congo Basin success pattern"
    }
  },

  "vegetation": {
    "primary": "multi_layered_forest_canopy",
    "secondary": ["emergent_trees", "canopy_layer", "understory", "forest_floor"],
    "characteristics": [
      "extreme_biodiversity",
      "rapid_nutrient_cycling",
      "vertical_stratification",
      "epiphytic_communities",
      "buttress_root_systems"
    ],
    "forest_compatibility": true,
    "note": "Peak forest development with maximum biomass and species diversity"
  },

  "environmental_properties": {
    "biodiversity": 3.0,
    "carbon_storage": 2.8,
    "oxygen_production": 2.5,
    "water_regulation": 2.2,
    "soil_protection": 2.0,
    "climate_regulation": 2.3
  },

  "resource_modifiers": {
    "wood": 2.0,
    "biodiversity": 3.0,
    "medicinal_plants": 2.8,
    "exotic_fruits": 2.5,
    "rubber_and_latex": 2.2,
    "spices": 2.0,
    "agriculture": 0.8,
    "industrial_suitability": 0.3,
    "tourism": 2.4,
    "research_value": 3.0
  },

  "industrial_considerations": {
    "construction_requirements": [
      "humidity_resistant_materials",
      "elevated_foundations",
      "pest_control_systems",
      "climate_controlled_storage"
    ],
    "advantages": [
      "abundant_biological_resources",
      "natural_pharmaceuticals",
      "eco_tourism_potential",
      "carbon_credit_opportunities"
    ],
    "challenges": [
      "extremely_difficult_construction",
      "high_maintenance_costs",
      "disease_and_pest_pressure",
      "environmental_protection_requirements"
    ]
  },

  "gameplay_effects": {
    "defensive_bonuses": {
      "natural_concealment": 2.5,
      "difficult_terrain": 2.0,
      "guerrilla_warfare_advantage": 2.8
    },
    "economic_factors": {
      "construction_costs": 2.5,
      "maintenance_difficulty": 2.3,
      "biological_resource_income": 2.8,
      "environmental_services_value": 3.0
    },
    "strategic_value": {
      "natural_fortress": 2.2,
      "resource_monopoly": 2.6,
      "environmental_importance": 3.0
    }
  },

  "ecosystem_services": {
    "climate_regulation": "global_carbon_cycling_and_oxygen_production",
    "water_cycle": "rainfall_generation_and_watershed_protection",
    "biodiversity_conservation": "highest_species_diversity_on_planet",
    "soil_conservation": "preventing_erosion_and_maintaining_fertility"
  },

  "wildlife": {
    "diversity_index": 3.0,
    "endemic_species": "extremely_high",
    "hunting_opportunities": 1.8,
    "conservation_priority": "critical",
    "research_opportunities": 3.0
  },

  "layered_structure": {
    "emergent_layer": "tallest_trees_reaching_60m_plus",
    "canopy_layer": "main_photosynthetic_layer_30_45m",
    "understory": "shade_adapted_plants_5_25m",
    "forest_floor": "decomposition_and_nutrient_cycling"
  },

  "seasonal_patterns": {
    "wet_season": "peak_growth_and_reproduction",
    "dry_season": "minimal_but_still_adequate_rainfall",
    "temperature_variation": "minimal_seasonal_change",
    "biological_activity": "year_round_high_activity"
  },

  "formation_requirements": {
    "temperature_stability": "consistent_warm_temperatures",
    "rainfall_consistency": "year_round_abundant_water",
    "soil_drainage": "well_drained_but_water_retentive",
    "minimal_disturbance": "requires_stable_conditions_for_development"
  },

}