Fertilizing Symbiosis

Enhance Your Colony’s Productivity with Fertilizing Symbiosis

Ever wished your Duplicants could automate more of their farming and resource generation? The Fertilizing Symbiosis mod for Oxygen Not Included introduces a natural and engaging way to boost your colony’s output by allowing critters to directly contribute to plant growth and generator fuel production.

Critters as Natural Fertilizers

This mod brings a unique symbiotic relationship to the base game, mirroring features previously found in other content packs. Now, your critters aren’t just potential food sources or hazards; they become active participants in maintaining your colony’s sustainability. Imagine your Pips diligently fertilizing Arbor Trees, ensuring a steady supply of wood and dirt. Dreckos can now directly contribute to the health of Pincha Pepperplants, while aquatic life like Pacus aid in cultivating Seakomb and Tower Kelp in your underwater farms.

Expanded Resource Generation

The benefits extend beyond just plant cultivation. Certain critters can now contribute to your power infrastructure. Observe Hatch critters effectively “fertilizing” Coal Generators, transforming their natural behaviors into a consistent energy source. Similarly, Lumb can now provide “fertilizer” for Peat Generators, creating a more integrated and self-sustaining power loop.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Critters actively fertilize various plants, increasing their yield and health.
• Specialized critters contribute to specific crop types (e.g., Dreckos and Pincha Peppers).
• Automate fuel generation for Coal and Peat Generators through critter interaction.
• Wild plants are protected; critters fertilizing them will not consume the plant itself.
• Promotes a more natural and interconnected colony ecosystem.

One of the thoughtful additions to this mod is the protection of wild plants. If a critter attempts to fertilize a wild plant, the plant itself will remain unharmed, preventing accidental destruction while still reaping the benefits of fertilization. This subtle yet significant change encourages exploration and integration of the natural environment into your base design.

Fertilizing Symbiosis offers a compelling new layer of strategy for Oxygen Not Included players, encouraging more thoughtful critter management and creating a more dynamic and rewarding gameplay experience. Integrate this mod to see your colony thrive through the power of nature’s own productivity.