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− | The '''gem industry''' deals with the processing of | + | The '''gem industry''' deals with the processing of {{L|gem}}s. Like other {{L|Industry|industries}}, creates raw materials, {{L|finished goods}}, and can be used to enhance finished goods with {{L|decoration}}s. Because of the skills and materials involved, the gem industry is very closely tied to the {{L|glass industry}}. |
==Jeweler's Workshop== | ==Jeweler's Workshop== | ||
− | The | + | The {{L|jeweler's workshop}} is the heart of the gem industry. '''Rough gems''' are taken to the the jeweler's workshop, where dwarves use the {{L|Gem cutter}} skill to turn the rough gems into '''cut gems''' or '''large gems.''' At the same workshop, a dwarf uses the {{L|Gem setter}} skill to take the cut gems and use them to {{L|decoration|encrust}} a wide variety of items. |
==Obtaining Gems== | ==Obtaining Gems== | ||
− | The easiest way to obtain rough gems is through | + | The easiest way to obtain rough gems is through {{L|mining}}. Highly skilled {{L|miner}}s are more likely to leave a rough gem behind when they mine through a tile, and it may be advisable to designate certain gem {{L|cluster}}s as {{L|burrows}} restricted to your most skilled miners in hopes of maximizing your yield. |
− | The | + | The {{L|glass industry}} is also a ready source of {{L|glass|raw glass}}, which is treated in all ways as a rough gem. While glass has a relatively low value compared to other gems, with a {{L|magma glass furnace}} and {{L|sand}} it is possible to produce raw glass in bulk, instead of mining for gems. Raw glass is also a valuable way to give dwarfs {{L|experience}} in Gem Cutting and Gem Setting, or at least preventing those skills from becoming [[Rusty]]. |
− | Finally, all manner of gems are generally available through trade with dwarf and human | + | Finally, all manner of gems are generally available through trade with dwarf and human {{L|caravan}}s, including rough gems, cut gems, large gems, gem crafts, and various glass products. |
==Gem Cutting== | ==Gem Cutting== | ||
− | + | {{L|Gem cutting}} is a {{L|job}} at the jeweler's workshop; you can choose which type of gem to cut based on what ''rough gems'' you have available. Cutting consumes a rough gem and may produce a ''cut gem'', ''large gem'', or ''gem craft''. By far the most common result is a cut gem, which may be encrusted (see '''Gem Setting''', below). Large gems and gem crafts are {{L|finished goods}} and occur much more seldom; gem crafts are rarer than large gems. The gem cutter's skill level does not appear to affect the chances of producing a large gem or gem crafts, since gems have no quality levels, but it is possible that levels past {{L|Legendary}} might affect the process{{verify}}. Experimental results suggest that the odds of getting a large gem are 1 in 7, and the odds of gem crafts are 1 in 15{{verify}}. | |
Cut gems have a base value of 5, which is multiplied by the value of the gem (2-60). A cut gem is thus worth 10-300☼. | Cut gems have a base value of 5, which is multiplied by the value of the gem (2-60). A cut gem is thus worth 10-300☼. | ||
===Large Gems=== | ===Large Gems=== | ||
− | '''Large gems''' are considered | + | '''Large gems''' are considered {{L|finished goods}} and cannot be used for any other purpose besides trading. Like most other finished goods, large gems have {{L|item value|quality levels}}, dependent on the skill level in Gem Cutting{{verify}}. Large gems have a base value of 10, which is multiplied by the value of the gem (2-60) and the quality level (1-12). A large gem of base quality is thus worth 20-7,200☼. |
===Gem Crafts=== | ===Gem Crafts=== | ||
− | '''Gem crafts''' are | + | '''Gem crafts''' are {{L|crafts}} made out of a type of gem, and include figurines, rings, earrings, amulets, bracelets, scepters, and crowns. Like other crafts (and the above mentioned large gems), gem crafts have {{L|item value|quality levels}}, dependent on the skill level in Gem Cutting{{verify}}. {{L|Glass}} cannot be made directly into crafts at a {{L|glass furnace}}, only through a jeweler's workshop. Crafts have a base value of 10, which is multiplied by the value of the gem (2-60) and the quality level (1-12). A gem craft is thus worth 20-7,200☼. |
===Perfect Gems=== | ===Perfect Gems=== | ||
− | '''Perfect gems''' are | + | '''Perfect gems''' are {{L|artifact}}s created by dwarves seized by a {{L|strange mood}}. They have a base value of 10, which is multiplied by the value of the gem (2-60) and the quality level (120); a perfect gem will always receive one free decoration, which effectively doubles the value. A perfect gem is thus worth 4,800-144,000☼, plus the value of any additional decorations. Perfect gems cannot be created on purpose, but keeping a stockpile of high-value gems adjacent to the jeweler's workshop might increase the chance of a possessed dwarf choosing one of them. A dwarf who carves a perfect gem will attain enough experience to attain {{L|legendary}} rank in the {{L|gem cutter}} skill. |
==Gem Setting== | ==Gem Setting== | ||
− | + | {{L|Gem setting}} is a {{L|job}} at the jeweler's workshop, and takes a ''cut gem'' to {{L|decoration|encrust}} {{L|furniture}}, {{L|ammo}}, and {{L|finished goods}}. You can specify the type of object the dwarf will encrust, but not the specific object. To encrust a specific piece of equipment with a specific gem requires careful use of {{L|stockpiles}}, and probably locking the {{L|jeweler}} in a {{L|burrow}} to avoid them going to different stockpiles. | |
Gem decorations have quality levels determined by the Gem Setter's skill level. Decorations have a base value of 10, which is multiplied by the value of the gem (2-60) and the quality level (1-12). A gem decoration is thus worth 20-7,200☼. A given item may possess multiple decorations (but only one using each type of gem{{verify}}), and encrusting items with gems can increase the wealth of a fortress substantially. | Gem decorations have quality levels determined by the Gem Setter's skill level. Decorations have a base value of 10, which is multiplied by the value of the gem (2-60) and the quality level (1-12). A gem decoration is thus worth 20-7,200☼. A given item may possess multiple decorations (but only one using each type of gem{{verify}}), and encrusting items with gems can increase the wealth of a fortress substantially. | ||
==Glass== | ==Glass== | ||
− | The | + | The {{L|glass industry}} produces ''raw glass'', which is treated as a rough gem for all purposes. |
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==Gem Windows== | ==Gem Windows== | ||
− | + | {{L|Window}}s can be made out of any sort of glass at a {{L|glass furnace}} (in which case they are a type of {{L|furniture}}), or may be crafted out of any three ''cut gems'' (including cut glass gems), popularly known as a "gem window." If constructed of gems of a different color, a gem window will flash between the colors of the individual gems that make it up. Disassembling a "gem window" yields the gems that made it up. | |
− | Gem windows have no quality levels, so the value of a gem window is equal to the sum of the gems that made it up (2-60 per gem), for a total value of 6-180☼. By comparison, a | + | Gem windows have no quality levels, so the value of a gem window is equal to the sum of the gems that made it up (2-60 per gem), for a total value of 6-180☼. By comparison, a {{L|glass}} {{L|window}} has a {{L|value}} modifier of 25, quality levels, and a material multiplier (2-10). In general, glass windows have a greater value. |
==Industry Management== | ==Industry Management== | ||
− | The trick to making the most of your gems is care and attention to detail. Keep an eye out for stone types that contains valuable gems (like | + | The trick to making the most of your gems is care and attention to detail. Keep an eye out for stone types that contains valuable gems (like {{L|kimberlite}}, the source of all diamonds). Designate rare or valuable clusters of gems as {{L|burrows}} for your high-skill miners to maximize your yield. |
Create separate custom stockpiles for your high-value and low-value gems adjacent to one or two jeweler's workshops. Designate the jeweler's workshop/high-value stockpile as a burrow specific your highest-level jeweler(s), and the jeweler's workshop/low-value stockpile as a burrow specific to your jewelers-in-training. For extra safety, use ({{key|q}}-{{key|P}}) to set the high-value jeweler's workshop profile so only your highest-skilled jewelers can use it. | Create separate custom stockpiles for your high-value and low-value gems adjacent to one or two jeweler's workshops. Designate the jeweler's workshop/high-value stockpile as a burrow specific your highest-level jeweler(s), and the jeweler's workshop/low-value stockpile as a burrow specific to your jewelers-in-training. For extra safety, use ({{key|q}}-{{key|P}}) to set the high-value jeweler's workshop profile so only your highest-skilled jewelers can use it. | ||
− | Raw glass and low-value ornamental gems are ideal for training Gem Cutting and Encrusting skills, particularly if your | + | Raw glass and low-value ornamental gems are ideal for training Gem Cutting and Encrusting skills, particularly if your {{L|glass industry}} is in full swing. |
− | When encrusting items, | + | When encrusting items, dwarfs will generally go for the nearest piece of furniture/ammo/finished good that is not nailed down. To ensure that the gem setter encrusts the right item with the right gem(s), designate a small stockpile for that item as close to the jeweler's workshop as possible, as part of the burrow. And, if necessary, lock the doors until the jeweler encrusts the item. |
==Industry Overview== | ==Industry Overview== | ||
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