{
  "biome_id": "hot_desert",
  "display_name": "Hot Desert",
  "description": "Arid regions with high temperatures and minimal rainfall, featuring specialized drought-adapted vegetation and extreme environmental conditions",

  "classification": {
    "type": "normal_biome",
    "priority": 11,
    "token_requirements": {
      "rain_tokens": {"max": 50, "condition": "minimal_rainfall"},
      "temperature": {"min": 20, "condition": "hot_climate"}
    },
    "climate_conditions": {
      "extreme_aridity": true,
      "high_daytime_temperatures": true,
      "cold_nighttime_temperatures": true,
      "irregular_precipitation": true
    },
    "elevation_range": {
      "minimum": 0,
      "maximum": 1200,
      "typical_range": [200, 800],
      "formation_zone": "continental_interiors_and_subtropical_zones"
    },
    "generation_notes": {
      "formation_process": "Created by minimal rain_tokens (≤50) combined with hot temperatures (≥20°C)",
      "geographic_distribution": "Continental interiors and subtropical high-pressure zones without ITCZ influence",
      "rarity": "Common - represents Sahara success pattern",
      "minimum_area": 300,
      "typical_area_range": [800, 3000],
      "formation_priority": "High - represents successful Congo vs Sahara differentiation"
    }
  },

  "vegetation": {
    "primary": "drought_adapted_specialists",
    "secondary": ["cacti", "succulents", "drought_deciduous_shrubs", "ephemeral_annuals"],
    "characteristics": [
      "water_storage_organs",
      "reduced_leaf_surface_area",
      "waxy_protective_coatings",
      "deep_tap_roots",
      "CAM_photosynthesis"
    ],
    "forest_compatibility": false,
    "note": "Only highly specialized plants can survive extreme water scarcity"
  },

  "environmental_properties": {
    "water_scarcity": 2.8,
    "solar_exposure": 3.0,
    "temperature_extremes": 2.5,
    "wind_exposure": 1.8,
    "soil_aridity": 2.9,
    "biodiversity": 0.3
  },

  "resource_modifiers": {
    "solar_energy": 2.5,
    "mineral_deposits": 1.8,
    "rare_earth_elements": 1.5,
    "salt_deposits": 2.0,
    "geothermal_energy": 1.4,
    "agriculture": 0.1,
    "forestry": 0.0,
    "water_resources": 0.1,
    "industrial_suitability": 1.2,
    "tourism": 1.0
  },

  "industrial_considerations": {
    "construction_requirements": [
      "extreme_heat_resistance",
      "sand_and_dust_protection",
      "water_conservation_systems",
      "thermal_insulation"
    ],
    "advantages": [
      "excellent_solar_energy_potential",
      "exposed_mineral_resources",
      "vast_open_spaces",
      "minimal_environmental_constraints"
    ],
    "challenges": [
      "extreme_water_scarcity",
      "temperature_stress_on_equipment",
      "sandstorm_damage",
      "worker_health_and_safety"
    ]
  },

  "gameplay_effects": {
    "defensive_bonuses": {
      "natural_barrier": 2.0,
      "difficult_logistics": 2.5,
      "heat_exhaustion_advantage": 2.2
    },
    "economic_factors": {
      "solar_farm_efficiency": 2.8,
      "mineral_extraction_bonus": 1.7,
      "water_importation_costs": 3.0,
      "construction_heat_costs": 1.8
    },
    "strategic_value": {
      "renewable_energy_hub": 2.7,
      "resource_control": 1.9,
      "natural_isolation": 2.3
    }
  },

  "survival_adaptations": {
    "water_sources": [
      "rare_oases",
      "underground_aquifers",
      "seasonal_water_holes",
      "dew_collection"
    ],
    "temperature_management": [
      "underground_shelter",
      "thermal_mass_utilization",
      "reflective_surfaces",
      "shade_structures"
    ],
    "navigation_challenges": [
      "shifting_sand_dunes",
      "heat_mirages",
      "sandstorm_visibility",
      "landmark_scarcity"
    ]
  },

  "wildlife": {
    "adapted_species": [
      "desert_reptiles",
      "nocturnal_mammals",
      "water_conserving_birds",
      "specialized_insects"
    ],
    "hunting_opportunities": 0.3,
    "biodiversity": 0.3,
    "conservation_value": "specialized_endemic_species"
  },

  "climatic_patterns": {
    "daily_temperature_cycle": "extreme_day_night_variation",
    "seasonal_patterns": "hot_dry_vs_less_hot_dry",
    "precipitation_events": "rare_but_intense_flash_floods",
    "wind_patterns": "dust_storms_and_thermal_circulation"
  },

  "geological_features": {
    "sand_dunes": "shifting_landscape_features",
    "rock_outcroppings": "rare_shelter_and_navigation_points",
    "salt_flats": "remnants_of_ancient_lakes",
    "mineral_exposures": "valuable_surface_deposits"
  },

  "water_economy": {
    "conservation_priority": "critical",
    "sources": "extremely_limited_and_precious",
    "management": "every_drop_must_be_utilized",
    "technology": "advanced_conservation_required"
  },

}