In the video, the creator evaluates rock mining on Monox in Star Citizen 4.3 and concludes that the moon is not worth mining due to its challenging terrain and predominantly low-value glucosite deposits. Despite the use of mining tools like the Graycat and Geo, the limited resource quality and technical difficulties make Monox an unprofitable location for mining activities.
In this video, the creator returns to the Pyro system, specifically the moon Monox, to continue their rock mining series, having previously explored Stanton moons. They express a commitment to completing this exploration and updating their rock mining guides, which haven’t been revised since patch 3.22.1. The video aims to provide a hands-on assessment of Monox for rock mining in Star Citizen 4.3, evaluating both the mining experience and the value of the resources found there.
Upon arriving at Monox, the creator begins mining using the Graycat rock mining vehicle, equipped with a mining arm and a Geo tool for tougher terrain. Early attempts reveal challenges such as rocks rolling away quickly and some technical issues with the ship moving unexpectedly. Despite these obstacles, they manage to collect some mineral clusters but notice that the available resources are predominantly low-value glucosite, which is less desirable for mining profits.
The terrain on Monox is described as a mix of steep hills and rough areas, making it somewhat difficult to navigate and mine efficiently. The creator scans the moon for better clusters but finds that most deposits are glucosite. They decide to mine a larger cluster despite the terrain challenges, using the Geo tool for better extraction efficiency. However, limitations like the Geo’s small storage capacity are noted, with a suggestion to increase it for a better mining experience.
Throughout the video, the creator provides commentary on the gameplay mechanics, such as the behavior of the rocks and the ship’s tendency to drift even when powered down. They also compare the mining tools, finding the Geo more effective than the Graycat for breaking rocks. Despite the effort, the overall conclusion is that Monox is not a lucrative location for rock mining due to the poor quality of minerals available and the challenging terrain.
In summary, Monox is deemed not worth the time for rock mining in Star Citizen 4.3, primarily because it offers almost exclusively glucosite with a small chance of dolivine, both of which have low selling prices. While the moon is visually appealing and atmospheric, it lacks valuable mining prospects. The creator invites viewers to share their experiences and thoughts about Monox, especially regarding other activities that might make the moon worthwhile beyond mining.