Lightning Rod
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 "Protection from strikes." | |
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Perk |
Harnesses lightning |
"lightning_rod"
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| Lightning Rod | |
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"Protection from strikes." | |
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Perk |
Harnesses lightning |
"lightning_rod"
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The Lightning Rod is a Science structure that attracts Lightning strikes. It requires 3 Gold Nuggets and 1 Cut Stone to craft and a Science Machine to prototype.
When placed, the Lightning Rod diverts Lightning from striking and igniting nearby flammable objects such as Berry Bushes, Saplings, Grass Tufts, and Trees. It will provide protection from strikes for about two screens of surrounding area or 40 units of distance. (See the Console/Commands page for instructions on measuring distance; distance can be measured with a Pitchfork's 4x4 dig area).
The Lightning Rod also provides a small radius of light (but not heat) after absorbing a Lightning bolt, which is just bright enough to prevent Charlie from attacking. The light lasts for a few Days and will go dark as soon as morning comes.
Downloadable Content
In the Reign of Giants and Shipwrecked DLCs, the cost to craft a Lightning Rod is increased to 4 Gold Nuggets.
If a Lightning Rod and a Volt Goat are in close vicinity, they both have an equal chance of being struck by Lightning.
Trivia
- The Lightning Rod was added in the Doorway To Adventure update.
Gallery
A charged Lightning Rod.
A Lighting Rod can be used as a light source.
Charged Lightning Rod radiating light and buzzing with electricity.
