User blog:Bermuda/Mining on Softshoal Island

Softshoal is a beautiful, open, island settled out in the middle of a wide stretch of ocean. To most, this island is mostly wide open fields, verdant forests, tall mountains, steep cliffs, soft sandy beaches, and the quiet town of Port Meridia. But to those who look just a little bit closer might find the opening to one of the many caves tucked away behind the cover of heavy foliage…

Those who dare to venture into these spaces may find themselves rewarded with stone, valuable ores, rare minerals, and perhaps even the odd trinket. Some of these caves might be so dark that a spelunker will need some kind of torch or lantern to move forward, while others light themselves with mysterious glittering gemstones crawling up the walls.



After finding themselves ashore Softshoal Island, the player may quickly discover a need for a sustainable source of stone, or metals for tools. This is where Larsen makes his entrance. This older gentleman owns a quarry on Softshoal, and seems to know his way around the various mines and cavern systems that snake their way beneath the island.

Larsen seems happy to show the player how to swing a pickaxe and search for rich deposits of stone and ore. But as the player’s farm grows, so too will their needs. Lenorah, a competent Blacksmith on the island, has the ability to turn raw metal into items like furniture, tools, and sprinklers. She becomes imperative to the growth of the player’s farm and progression.



Sometimes the player will come across something a little shinier than iron or copper. Gemstones can sometimes be found in the mines and caves throughout the island. These glittering little treasures can be difficult to work with raw, and aren’t suited for the heavier hands of a blacksmith.

Luckily, Valente is there to help. This young man has strong, dexterous hands perfect for working with something as fine as gems and jewelry. Bring him your gems and he can turn them into jewelry perfect for gifts, or trinkets for your home.

Who wouldn’t want a diamond necklace?

Original post 6 July 2018