How To Use A Coal Thumper In Frostpunk

Managing resources efficiently is crucial to surviving the harsh conditions of Frostpunk’s endgame. One of the most valuable tools at your disposal is the Coal Thumper (also referred to as the coal fan part), which can provide a steady, automatic supply of coal throughout the game. This guide will walk you through the research, placement, and worker assignment process to maximize your coal production.

Researching the Coal Thumper

Before you can use a Coal Thumper, you need to research the necessary technologies. Start by researching the Coal Fan Part in the Resources technology tree.

For even better results, unlock the Steam Coal Fan Part, which is the upgraded version of the basic coal fan part.

Additionally, you can research Injections to increase the production speed of your coal thumpers, allowing them to produce coal faster over time.

Building Your Coal Thumper

Once you’ve completed your research, you can construct a coal thumper. Navigate to the build menu and select the Steam Coal Fan Part to place your structure.

The Coal Thumper can be placed anywhere on your map, as long as it is positioned adjacent to a street. This ensures workers can access it easily and resources can be transported efficiently.

How the Coal Thumper Works

Once built and operational, the Coal Thumper will automatically generate a coal pile near its location. This perpetual coal production is one of the key advantages of this technology—it will continue producing coal for you indefinitely.

Assigning Workers

To get coal from your thumper, you need to assign workers to two different roles:

Coal Fan Part Workers

First, assign workers directly to the Coal Thumper itself. These workers are responsible for digging up the coal from the ground.

Coal Pile Workers

Second, assign workers to the coal pile that the thumper produces. These workers retrieve the coal and transport it to a nearby resource depot or large resource depot for storage.

Automating Coal Production

For maximum efficiency, you can set up automation to handle the coal retrieval process. Many experienced players choose to automate their coal thumper operations, removing the need to manually manage worker assignments and allowing your city to focus labor elsewhere.

Summary

The Coal Thumper is an essential endgame technology in Frostpunk that provides unlimited coal production once researched and placed. Remember to research both the Steam Coal Fan Part and Injections for optimal performance, place your thumper next to a street, assign workers to both the thumper and the coal pile, and consider automating the process for efficiency. With this setup, you’ll have a reliable coal supply to power your city through the toughest survival scenarios.

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