Large Deposit (Unused 138)

Learn how to find and exploit Large Deposits in Deep Rock Galactic. This guide covers everything you need to know about this valuable resource.

Alright, Miner! Let's talk about those big, juicy Large Deposits you'll sometimes find scattered around Hoxxes IV. These aren't your everyday mineral veins; they're special, and knowing how to handle them can really boost your mission rewards.

Think of a Large Deposit as a concentrated chunk of valuable minerals. They're usually marked on your Terrain Scanner with a distinct icon, often a bit larger or brighter than a standard deposit. The key thing to remember is that they contain a significantly higher yield of whatever mineral they're made of compared to normal veins.

Finding Large Deposits

You'll typically encounter these in a few different mission types, but they're most common in:

• Mining Expeditions: The bread and butter for finding these. Keep an eye on your scanner as you explore caves.
• On-Site Refining: Sometimes, the objectives themselves are near these rich veins.
• Escort Duty: Less common, but you might stumble upon one while protecting the Drilldozer.

Pro-Tip: Don't just rely on visual cues. Listen for the distinct ping your scanner makes when a significant deposit is nearby. Sometimes they're hidden behind destructible walls or in small side caves, so a thorough sweep is always worth it.

Extracting the Goods

Once you've found a Large Deposit, it's usually a straightforward mining operation, but with a few considerations:

• Teamwork: These deposits are big! Coordinate with your team. Have a couple of miners on extraction while others watch for incoming enemies or secure the area.
• Equipment: Your standard Mining Laser or Pickaxe works fine, but for very large deposits, consider using the Platform Gun to create stable platforms for easier access, especially if it's high up or deep down. Drills can also be used to access deposits blocked by terrain.
• Efficiency: Try to mine it out completely. Leaving even a small amount behind is a waste of valuable resources.

Why They Matter

Large Deposits are crucial for several reasons:

• Resource Boost: They significantly increase your haul of minerals like Morkite, Nitra, Gold, or whatever the specific deposit contains. This is vital for upgrades, crafting, and reaching mission objectives.
• Mission Success: In missions requiring a certain amount of a specific mineral (like Mining Expeditions), finding and depleting a Large Deposit can often mean the difference between success and failure.
• Potential for Nitra: Many Large Deposits are also rich in Nitra, which is essential for calling down resupplies. Don't neglect it!

So next time you're deep in a cave and your scanner starts singing, pay attention! That Large Deposit could be exactly what you need to turn a good mission into a great one. Rock and Stone!