warfactoryracine/gameData/Biomes/cold_desert.json

{
  "biome_id": "cold_desert",
  "display_name": "Cold Desert",
  "description": "High-altitude or high-latitude desert regions with cold temperatures and minimal precipitation, featuring specialized cold-adapted arid vegetation",

  "classification": {
    "type": "normal_biome",
    "priority": 16,
    "token_requirements": {
      "rain_tokens": {"max": 30, "condition": "very_low_precipitation"},
      "temperature": {"max": 10, "condition": "cold_climate"}
    },
    "climate_conditions": {
      "cold_temperatures": true,
      "extreme_aridity": true,
      "high_altitude_or_latitude": true,
      "strong_temperature_variations": true,
      "low_humidity": true
    },
    "elevation_range": {
      "minimum": 500,
      "maximum": 3000,
      "typical_range": [1000, 2500],
      "formation_zone": "high_altitude_plateaus_and_polar_deserts"
    },
    "generation_notes": {
      "formation_process": "Created by very low rain_tokens (≤30) combined with cold temperatures (≤10°C)",
      "geographic_distribution": "High-altitude plateaus, continental interiors with cold climates, polar deserts",
      "rarity": "Uncommon - requires specific combination of cold and extreme aridity",
      "minimum_area": 100,
      "typical_area_range": [250, 1000]
    }
  },

  "vegetation": {
    "primary": "cold_adapted_desert_plants",
    "secondary": ["hardy_shrubs", "drought_cold_tolerant_grasses", "alpine_succulents", "cushion_plants"],
    "characteristics": [
      "dual_stress_adaptation",
      "cold_and_drought_tolerance",
      "compact_growth_forms",
      "deep_root_systems",
      "protective_surface_structures"
    ],
    "forest_compatibility": false,
    "note": "Must survive both extreme cold and water scarcity simultaneously"
  },

  "environmental_properties": {
    "water_scarcity": 2.9,
    "cold_extremes": 2.4,
    "temperature_variation": 2.7,
    "wind_exposure": 2.3,
    "soil_aridity": 2.8,
    "growing_season": 0.4,
    "biodiversity": 0.4
  },

  "resource_modifiers": {
    "mineral_deposits": 1.9,
    "rare_earth_elements": 1.6,
    "wind_energy": 1.8,
    "solar_energy": 1.4,
    "geothermal_potential": 1.5,
    "salt_deposits": 1.7,
    "agriculture": 0.05,
    "forestry": 0.0,
    "water_resources": 0.15,
    "industrial_suitability": 0.6,
    "research_value": 1.8
  },

  "industrial_considerations": {
    "construction_requirements": [
      "cold_weather_protection",
      "water_conservation_systems",
      "wind_and_dust_protection",
      "specialized_heating_systems"
    ],
    "advantages": [
      "mineral_resource_access",
      "low_environmental_impact_restrictions",
      "natural_preservation_conditions",
      "strategic_isolation"
    ],
    "challenges": [
      "dual_environmental_stress",
      "water_importation_requirements",
      "extreme_temperature_management",
      "limited_growing_season"
    ]
  },

  "gameplay_effects": {
    "defensive_bonuses": {
      "natural_barrier": 2.6,
      "difficult_logistics": 2.8,
      "environmental_protection": 2.4
    },
    "economic_factors": {
      "construction_costs": 2.6,
      "heating_costs": 2.8,
      "water_importation_costs": 3.2,
      "mineral_extraction_bonus": 1.7
    },
    "strategic_value": {
      "resource_control": 2.0,
      "territorial_buffer": 2.5,
      "research_isolation": 2.2
    }
  },

  "survival_challenges": {
    "water_procurement": {
      "sources": "snow_melt_and_rare_springs",
      "conservation": "critical_water_management",
      "quality": "often_high_mineral_content"
    },
    "temperature_management": {
      "heating_requirements": "essential_for_survival",
      "insulation_needs": "extreme_cold_protection",
      "equipment_protection": "cold_weather_maintenance"
    },
    "food_procurement": {
      "agriculture": "nearly_impossible",
      "hunting": "limited_wildlife",
      "imports": "critical_supply_dependence"
    }
  },

  "wildlife": {
    "adapted_species": [
      "cold_desert_lizards",
      "hardy_small_mammals",
      "migratory_birds",
      "specialized_arthropods"
    ],
    "hunting_opportunities": 0.4,
    "biodiversity": 0.4,
    "conservation_value": "unique_dual_stress_adaptations"
  },

  "seasonal_patterns": {
    "winter": {
      "conditions": "extreme_cold_with_minimal_precipitation",
      "challenges": "frozen_water_sources_and_heating_demands",
      "wildlife": "minimal_activity_and_hibernation"
    },
    "summer": {
      "conditions": "brief_warming_period_with_slight_moisture",
      "opportunities": "limited_growing_season_and_construction",
      "wildlife": "peak_activity_and_reproduction"
    }
  },

  "geological_characteristics": {
    "soil_type": "thin_rocky_soils_with_poor_water_retention",
    "rock_formations": "exposed_bedrock_and_scree_slopes",
    "mineral_exposure": "weathering_exposes_valuable_deposits",
    "erosion_patterns": "wind_and_freeze_thaw_erosion"
  },

  "water_sources": {
    "seasonal_snowmelt": "primary_annual_water_input",
    "underground_springs": "rare_but_critical_resources",
    "atmospheric_moisture": "dew_and_frost_collection",
    "imported_water": "essential_for_human_activities"
  },

  "research_opportunities": {
    "extreme_environment_biology": 2.0,
    "cold_arid_adaptations": 1.9,
    "climate_change_indicators": 1.8,
    "mineral_formation_processes": 1.7
  },

  "land_use_potential": {
    "mining_operations": "primary_economic_activity",
    "research_stations": "isolated_study_locations",
    "strategic_installations": "remote_monitoring_posts",
    "renewable_energy": "wind_and_limited_solar"
  },

}