Sculk Horde: Origins

This mod introduces two opposing factions for the Origins system, connected to the Sculk Horde threat: The Pure One and The Infester. Each possesses unique abilities and goes through several development stages depending on the threat level in the world.

Conflict of Forces

At the heart of the storyline is the eternal struggle between the forces of purity and infection. The Pure One is destined to destroy the Sculk Horde and cleanse the world, while The Infester serves to spread this threat.

The Pure One - Guardian of Purity

This faction possesses exceptional strength against the Sculk Horde, especially during the later stages of threat development. In the absence of danger, The Pure One is no stronger than an ordinary human.

Key Features:

• Power of Purity - gradually accumulates energy from the sun, golden items, and special artifacts
• Holy Fire - releases a concentrated beam to deal damage and cleanse territory
• Cleansing Flames - powerful area of effect dealing unavoidable damage
• Trail of Purity - purifies infected ground while walking

Limitations:

• Cannot sleep while the threat is active
• Loses power when moving away from the world center
• Requires careful management of purity reserves

Development Stages:

Pure One (Dormant) - when threat is absent:

• Retains basic abilities
• Lacks powerful offensive skills
• Prepared for potential threat awakening

Angel - during mature threat:

• Gains enhanced abilities
• Acquires thermal resistance
• Can detect Horde servants

The Infester - Servant of Sculk Horde

This faction is weak in early stages but strengthens as Horde influence grows. Players must balance between the safety of infected lands and the need to gather resources.

Core Abilities:

• Friend of the Horde - protected from threat attacks
• Reinforcements - summons sculk allies
• Sculk Mining - harvests infected blocks without diamond tools
• Speed Boost on Sculk - increased movement on infected territory

Weaknesses:

• Vulnerability to physical attacks
• Experience loss near sculk
• Suffers from contact with purity

Evolution into Herald:

When Horde reaches maturity, The Infester transforms into a powerful Herald with:

• Sonic beam for attacks
• Resurrection capability through sculk summoners
• Enhanced connection to the threat

Gameplay Features

Both factions offer unique gaming experiences with deep development mechanics. Players can choose sides in the eternal conflict, adapting their strategy to the current world state and threat level.