Planet exploration
Erchius Fuel
Erchius Fuel powers ship travel and is needed to continue exploring the universe.
WHERE & HOW TO FARM
Erchius Fuel
First complete the Erchius Mining Facility mission from the Outpost; afterward, mine Erchius crystals in moon caves.
Before you go
- Access to the Outpost mission and enough gear to complete the facility.
- A Radiation EPP for moon exploration after the mission.
- Mining tool, healing items, and space for crystals.
- A ship Fuel Hatch to convert collected crystals into fuel.
Farming steps
- Accept and complete the Erchius Mining Facility mission through the Outpost mission system.
- Collect the mission’s Erchius Crystal reward and use it at the ship Fuel Hatch if fuel is needed for travel.
- For additional supply, use the navigation console to select a moon and confirm you have radiation protection equipped.
- Beam down and enter a cave; mine exposed Erchius crystal deposits while watching health and remaining supplies.
- Return to the ship when your inventory is crowded or the descent is no longer safe.
- Open the Fuel Hatch and convert the collected crystals into ship fuel.
- Check the available fuel before plotting another journey, keeping a reserve for your planned destination.
- Moon radiation is a hazard to prepare for before landing; do not rely on ordinary armor as a substitute for the correct EPP.
- Use mission crystals for immediate travel needs, then mine moons when a larger reserve is useful.
Repeat, collect and use
The mission reward is a one-time progression payout. Moon mining is repeatable, with finite deposits on each moon; visit another moon when more crystals are needed.
Common mistakes
- Going to a moon without a Radiation EPP; prepare protection first.
- Expecting the mission to provide an unlimited supply; use moon caves for ongoing collection.
- Leaving crystals unused in inventory when travel is blocked; convert them at the ship Fuel Hatch.
When to stop or switch
Stop when the Fuel Hatch shows enough fuel for your next planned route and reserve; resume moon mining when fuel becomes a travel constraint.
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