Understand Scan Matter
Useful when…
- Finding containers and mineral deposits while moving through a mission.
- Automatically breaking containers and collecting resources within range.
What does it do?
At rank 0, Scan Matter reveals resource containers and mineral deposits within 15 m. At rank 2, that range is 45 m; at rank 3, it is 60 m. Its automatic container breaking and resource collection are described at every listed rank, on a three-second interval.
When is it useful?
Use it when you want Oxylus to help locate nearby containers and mineral deposits as you explore. Botanist is a distinct Oxylus precept: its description says Oxylus automatically picks plants within 50 m over 2.0 seconds. It is relevant when plant gathering is the goal; the listed description does not make it a replacement for Scan Matter’s container and deposit scanning.
How far should you rank it?
Ranking chiefly extends reveal range: the listed milestones are 15 m at rank 0, 45 m at rank 2, and 60 m at rank 3. The mod has a maximum rank of 3 and base drain 0. The listed fusion costs rise from 10 Endo and 483 Credits for rank 0→1 to 40 Endo and 1,932 Credits for rank 2→3; prioritize the final ranks if the broader detection range matters to your routes.
Limitations and tradeoffs
- The listed rank effects increase detection range; automatic container breaking and collection are stated at every listed rank.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Expecting the 60 m detection range at rank 0; that rank lists 15 m.
- Treating Botanist’s plant pickup description as equivalent to Scan Matter’s container and deposit scanning.