The Gauranlen tree is one of the most interesting objects in the game RimWorld and was added as part of the Ideology DLC. This is not just some ordinary plant-it has a particular life cycle, and it performs a significant function in the overall ecosystem of the game. Therefore, in this guide, we will go into detail about all you need to know about Gauranlen trees, starting from growth requirements to their utilization in the game.
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The Gauranlen tree is a big, peculiarly looking tree with a special life cycle. A small non-conscious dryad queen lives inside each Gauranlen tree. The queen gives birth to creatures called dryads that guard and care for the tree. In return, the tree nourishes its guardians by feeding them directly. From the outside, it seems like the dryads are produced by the tree directly and are a part of it.
Gauranlen trees are propagated from a Gauranlen seed, which can only be obtained by harvesting a Gauranlen pod. Gauranlen pods are spawned as an event that occurs roughly every 60 days (30 days with the Tree Connection meme), or as a successful ritual reward. Harvesting a pod yields 1-2 Gauranlen seeds. These seeds can be planted on any tile with a fertility stat. However, there are certain restrictions on where the seeds can be planted. For instance, they cannot be planted closer than 4 tiles to another Gauranlen tree, or within 1 tile from any other tree or cactus. Additionally, they cannot be placed within 1 tile of a growing zone.
A solitary Gauranlen tree will produce as many as 2 immature dryads. To be able to create specialized dryads, a colonist must make contact with the tree by conducting a connection ritual. This ritual is a kind of rite that will bond the colonists and the tree together so that the tree may produce more sophisticated dryads.
The dryads are guardians and caretakers of the trees. They vary in type with different powers and functions. The common dryads include:
Gauranlen trees are helpful because they serve as a source of wood, berries, and herbal medicine for the colony. Hence, it is a fruitful asset to any settlement. Dryads produced by this tree can be used in several combat resource gathering and hauling applications. The trees also have a high beauty rating, which could increase the morale of colonists and create an atmosphere of amazement and warmth.
Maintaining a Gauranlen tree requires effort and dedication. A pawn with a low plant skill will take several hours a day to maintain the tree and its dryads. However, as the pawn’s plant skill improves, the maintenance time decreases. Pruning the tree regularly is essential to keep it healthy and productive. A pawn with a high plant skill can prune the tree more efficiently, resulting in more dryads and better overall performance.
The Gauranlen tree is a unique feature that can add special values to RimWorld for the player. Generally, it provides many benefits as well as challenges to the colony. Dryad production and provision of in-game essential resources make it worth much to any settlement. Understanding its growth requirement, connection ceremonies, and other maintenance requirements may actually be helpful in using the Gauranlen tree in an effective way to enjoy successful gameplay.
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