In the video, the host explores rock mining on Pyro IV, highlighting the challenges posed by the planet’s steep terrain and the difficulty in managing extracted ores. While they successfully find and mine Fenlin ore, they express caution about the overall profitability due to issues with selling the ore locally and the difficult mining conditions.
In the latest video, the host embarks on a rock mining expedition on Pyro IV as part of a series exploring various moons and planets in Star Citizen. The channel is approaching a milestone of 5,000 subscribers, and the host expresses gratitude for the community’s support, hinting at a giveaway to celebrate this achievement. The journey begins with a flight to Pyro IV, where the host invites viewers to share their favorite rock mining spots in the comments, whether in Pyro or Stanton.
Upon arriving at Pyro IV, the host initially checks out a location at OM1 but quickly realizes it’s not suitable due to its water coverage. They decide to move to another area and successfully locate a better spot for mining. The host comments on the beautiful visuals of the planet while preparing to start the mining process. They mention the challenges of the terrain, which is steep and uneven, making it difficult to manage the rocks effectively.
As the host begins the mining process, they discuss the mechanics of rock mining, noting that ores with a mass of 1.0 and above can be mined with the Graycat ROC vehicle. They successfully extract ores but face difficulties due to the uneven terrain, which causes the rocks to roll away after being broken. The extraction process has improved since previous updates, but the host still finds it challenging to manage the rocks in the hilly environment.
After completing the mining, the host heads to a station to sell the extracted ore, specifically Fenlin, which is noted to sell for a decent price. However, they encounter issues with the station’s commodity shop not allowing the sale of the ore, leading them to consider storing it for a future trip back to Stanton. The host reflects on the overall profitability of rock mining in Pyro IV, expressing some hesitation about its worth given the challenging terrain and the difficulty in finding a suitable landing spot.
In conclusion, while the host finds some value in rock mining on Pyro IV due to the presence of Fenlin, they are cautious about recommending it due to the terrain challenges and the inability to sell the ore locally. They encourage viewers to share their thoughts and experiences in the comments and humorously address an odd encounter with another player before wrapping up the video. The host expresses excitement for future content and bids farewell to the audience.