Pencilcore Press
The Pencilcore Press processes raw Plumbum (graphite) into refined Pencilcore, which is required for advanced units and upgrades. It also unlocks the Prospector worker unit.
Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Health | 800 |
| Armor | 5 |
| Processing Rate | 1 Pencilcore per 15s |
| Cost | 150 Paper, 40 Plumbum |
| Build Time | 30s |
Production
- Processes Plumbum into Pencilcore
- Unlocks Prospector production at the Palace
Upgrades
- Dual Rollers — Doubles Pencilcore processing speed. Cost: 80 Paper, 40 Plumbum, 20 Pencilcore.
- Precision Press — Increases Pencilcore yield by 25%. Cost: 60 Paper, 30 Plumbum.
Strategy
The Pencilcore Press is your gateway to the mid game. Build it as soon as you have a stable Paper economy (around 8 Paper Pickers). Place it near graphite deposits to minimize Prospector travel time. Research Dual Rollers as a priority to accelerate your tech progression.