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'''Construction''' is one of the processes by which a [[ | '''Construction''' is one of the processes by which a [[blockhead]] can reshape its [[world]]. At its simplest, construction is the placement of [[blocks]] to form floors, walls, ceilings, and other useful or decorative features. | ||
==Materials== | ==Materials== | ||
Most blocks can be used in construction, although some are more difficult to include than others. In particular, [[air]] can't be added or removed (it automatically fills empty spaces below [[space]]), [[magma]] can't be gathered, [[water]] is not solid, and [[ice]] tends to melt into water. | Most blocks can be used in construction, although some are more difficult to include than others. In particular, [[air]] can't be added or removed (it automatically fills empty spaces below [[space]]), [[magma]] can't be gathered, [[water]] is not solid, and [[ice]] tends to melt into water. | ||
Other [[items]] that can be placed are also useful in construction. [[Door]]s, [[ladder]]s, and [[trapdoor]]s all control or aid in easy access to different areas. For illumination, [[Basic Torch|basic torch]]es, [[Oil Lantern|oil]] and [[Steel Lantern|steel lanterns]], and [[chandelier]]s are all effective, and [[window]]s may help during the daytime. Some [[:Category:Gem|gemstones]] also glow faintly. [[Crafting Surface|Crafting surfaces]], [[chest]]s, and [[bed]]s can be both functional and decorative. Even [[:Category:Plant|plants]] and [[:Category:Creature|creatures]] can be incorporated with some forethought. | Other [[items]] that can be placed are also useful in construction. [[Door]]s, [[ladder]]s, [[stairs]], and [[trapdoor]]s all control or aid in easy access to different areas. For [[Light|illumination]], [[Basic Torch|basic torch]]es, [[Oil Lantern|oil]] and [[Steel Lantern|steel lanterns]], and [[chandelier]]s are all effective, and [[window]]s may help during the daytime. [[Crafting#Fuel|Fuel]]-consuming [[Crafting Surface|crafting surfaces]] produce both light and heat. Some [[:Category:Gem|gemstones]] also glow faintly. [[Crafting Surface|Crafting surfaces]], [[chest]]s, and [[bed]]s can be both functional and decorative. Even [[:Category:Plant|plants]] and [[:Category:Creature|creatures]] can be incorporated with some forethought. | ||
==Shelter== | ==Shelter== | ||
The most important purpose of construction is the creation of shelter, which improves a | The most important purpose of construction is the creation of shelter, which improves a blockhead's [[Happiness Bar|happiness]] by protecting it from [[weather]] and may keep it from being attacked by [[dropbear]]s. A shelter can be as simple as surrounding a blockhead with [[dirt]] blocks or as complex as a [[marble]] and [[Gold Block|gold]] [[Palace Builder|palace]] floating in the air. | ||
==Decoration== | ==Decoration== | ||
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The first is the specific arrangement of blocks. Curves can only be implied, but horizontal and vertical straight lines are very easy. Leaving more space suggests roominess, which minimal space will look cramped or busy. | The first is the specific arrangement of blocks. Curves can only be implied, but horizontal and vertical straight lines are very easy. Leaving more space suggests roominess, which minimal space will look cramped or busy. | ||
The second is the selection of blocks. Unless they're being removed regularly or need to resist an opposing player, there's little functional difference between most blocks, so the color and texture of the block used is more important. Exceptions include [[Fire|burnable]] blocks near a [[campfire]], [[glass]] (which can let in light), and the ability of [[compost]] and | The second is the selection of blocks. Unless they're being removed regularly or need to resist an opposing player, there's little functional difference between most blocks, so the color and texture of the block used is more important. Exceptions include [[Fire|burnable]] blocks near a [[campfire]], [[glass]] (which can let in light), and the ability of [[compost]], dirt, and [[sand]] to grow plants or [[tree]]s. Additionally, [[Reinforced Platform|reinforced platforms]] block the formation of back walls below them (although [[column]]s can be used to allow placing other types of blocks in the same way). | ||
The third is the use of [[paint]], which allows recoloring of any of a block's surfaces. | The third is the use of [[paint]], which allows recoloring of any of a block's surfaces as well as the coloring of other [[items]]. | ||
The fourth is careful use of [[light|illumination]] and placeable items. Some items such as ladders are useful but can also decorate. Others such as [[Shark Jaw|shark jaws]] are purely decorative. [[Chandelier]]s are both decorative and produce powerful light. The right arrangement of light sources (and thus shadows) can alter the appearance of most blocks. | The fourth is careful use of [[light|illumination]] and placeable items. Some items such as ladders are useful but can also decorate. Others such as [[Shark Jaw|shark jaws]] and [[painting]]s are purely decorative. [[Chandelier]]s are both decorative and produce powerful light. The right arrangement of light sources (and thus shadows) can alter the appearance of most blocks. | ||
==Paint== | ==Paint== | ||
:{{See also|Paint}} | :{{See also|Paint}} | ||
Paint deserves a particular mention. Because it can be used to recolor back walls, it should be possible for a dedicated player to make a | Paint deserves a particular mention. Because it can be used to recolor back walls and many placed items, it should be possible for a dedicated player to make a blockhead produce a pixel-like picture across a large expanse of back wall. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||