T.E.A. Machine: Difference between revisions

== Process ==

First the T.E.A. Machine must be loaded with stones. Up to 6 stones of the same type may be loaded into the machine one at a time, each taking 2 seconds.

Then the button is pressed, which activates the etching process. Regardless of the number of stones in the machine, this process takes the same amount of time and consumes 1 gas.

Lastly, the etched stones are removed from the machine all at once. Experience and knowledge is awarded at this step.

In total, etching a batch of 6 stones takes 27 seconds, which averages to 4.66 secodns per stone. However a stone etched individually will take 17 seconds, so it is highly recommended to etch stones in batches.

If at any point the process is aborted, the un-etched stones will be returned to the players inventory, even if the etching part of the process has been completed and the gas has been consumed.