System Overview
Intelligent Mechanoid Nexus (IMN) introduces a data-driven, global AI director to RimWorld—The Nexus.
Unlike random storytellers, Nexus is a logical entity running continuously in the background. It monitors your colony's Wealth Curve, Combat Intensity, and Development Momentum in real-time, dynamically adjusting the rules of the world based on your data. It is neither an absolute enemy nor a free ally. It is an objective environment and mechanism waiting for players to explore, exploit, or defy.
This mod features a complete loop covering Early Game, Development, Expansion, and Endgame Ascension.
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Core Mechanisms
1. Dynamic Personas
The Nexus system dynamically shifts between three ruling personas based on the player's playstyle, altering the weight of world events: [list]
[][War Machine]: Activated when high military strength is detected. Provides powerful orbital fire support but deploys high-tier combat units for stress testing. [][Trade Union]: Activated when rapid wealth accumulation is detected. Offers automated resource extraction and trade protocols but comes with the risk of asset audits and seizure.
[*] [Truth Church]: Activated when deep exploration of Nexus technology is detected. Unlocks time-bending abilities that defy physics, requiring strict physiological trials from colonists.
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2. Oracle Tactical Engine
Integrated with a lightweight neural network inference system, Oracle AI, providing data support for commanders: [list]
[]Tactical Dashboard: Visualizes the current battlefield situation in real-time, offering Survival Probability predictions, Mental Break Risk assessments, and Attrition warnings. []Situation Analysis: The AI dynamically adjusts raid intensity and frequency based on snapshots of the current map state, ensuring challenges match capabilities.
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3. Mechanoid RPG: Awakening & Growth
Reconstructs the mechanoid system to provide deep progression value: [list]
[]Rogue Core: Implant cores to awaken mechanoids, granting them a leveling system (Lv 5-20) and self-awareness. []Unshackled Protocols: Awakened chassis break factory limits, allowing them to perform any job (mining, crafting, etc.) and gain comprehensive stat modifiers. []Adaptive Evolution: Cores record operational experience from different chassis (e.g., Lifter's capacity, Centipede's resistance), retaining these permanent traits even after switching bodies. []Data Blackbox: When a unit is destroyed, the core automatically ejects, preserving all levels and memories for reconstruction.
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4. Protocol Economy & Network Heat
Introduces a new resource cycle system: [list]
[]Protocol Points: Generate computing power by building server arrays or completing tasks. Use points in the Daily Shop to purchase orbital services (e.g., Supply Drops, Instant Healing, Weather Control). []Network Heat: Excessive use of Nexus resources or violent resistance causes Heat to rise. High Heat attracts stronger enforcement units but also brings high-risk, high-reward opportunities.
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5. Physical Intervention: The Arbiters
Nexus's agents in the physical world, possessing unique mechanics and AI: [list]
[]The Executioner: A duelist unit focused on single-target suppression, equipped with a mass repulsion field. []The Observer: Capable of Phase Shifting to bypass walls, prioritizing the abduction of high-intellect targets.
[*] The Auditor: A high-defense unit focused on destroying high-value assets. Drops loot instead of bleeding when attacked.
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6. Endgame: The Singularity
A brand new path to victory: Locate and activate Nexus Core Nodes on the world map. Utilize the Gate Network for instant global caravan teleportation. Through long-term operation, nurture and "Launch" mature core data to advance system iteration, ultimately triggering the Singularity to complete the cycle.
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Compatibility & Performance
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[]Performance Optimization: Oracle AI runs on an independent logic layer with extensive computational optimization, ensuring minimal impact on game FPS. []Save Compatibility: Supports adding to existing saves (New game recommended to experience full world generation logic).
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[b]Current Version: 1.0 Release[/b] This is a story about observation, calculation, and evolution. Welcome to the Nexus.
1. 📺 The TV is Your Console (Crucial!)
This is the most important mechanic. The Nexus doesn't communicate via telepathy; it uses signals. The tier of Television you build determines your access level:
Tube Television (Basic):
Function: Receiver Only.
Role: You can only passively listen to daily news, weather warnings, and the Nexus's current mood (Persona). You cannot interact with it.
Flatscreen / Megascreen Television (Advanced):
Function: Unlocks UI & Shop.
Role: Clicking on a Flatscreen (or better) TV is the only way to open the Nexus Interface. This is where you buy supply drops, order orbital strikes, and view tactical data.
Tip: Rush research for Flatscreen TV immediately!
2. ⚡ Computing Power is Currency
The Nexus doesn't care about Silver. It demands Protocol Points.
How to get: Build Data Processors (Servers) under the Power tab. As long as they have power, they generate points.
Bonus: Place Research Benches near Servers to link them up, granting a massive "Distributed Computing" speed boost.
3. 🤖 Mechanoids are Not Cannon Fodder
Stop treating your mechs as disposable tools.
Implant: Install "Rogue Cores" into them.
Level Up: They will gain XP and learn skills.
Rebirth: If the body is destroyed, the Core ejects. Pick it up and plug it into a new chassis—all levels and memories are retained.
4. 🔥 Watch the Heat
The Network Heat bar on your screen is your "Wanted Level".
Buying powerful protocols (like Orbital Bombardment) increases Heat.
Consequences: High Heat means stronger raids and visits from Arbiters (Boss units).
Tip: If you are new, keep a low profile.
5. 🌊 Go with the Flow
The Nexus rotates its Persona daily (War / Trade / Truth).
Check the News (via TV): If "Trade Union" is in charge, focus on economy. If "War Machine" is active, fortify your defenses. Do not swim against the tide.
Current Directive: Build a Flatscreen TV, connect to the network, and survive.
