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The Gold Standard (GOLD)
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# [The Gold Standard (GOLD)][CURSFG:url]

[![The Gold Standard (GOLD)][SHD:mod]][CURSFG:url]  
[![KSP version][KSP:shd]][KSP:url] [![License CC BY-NC-SA 4.0+ARR][LIC:shd]][LIC:url]  
[![Curseforge][CURSFG:shd]][CURSFG:url] [![GitHub][GITHUB:shd]][GITHUB:url] [![GitHub Pages][SHD:pgs]][pages]

Adds the pursuit of gold and an extremely rare resource called Unobtainium to the game! Mine either of these heavy resources for fun and profit! A great alternative to contract spam! Eight new parts and and additional functionality to several stock parts in Kerbal Space Program.

By [`zer0Kerbal`][zer0Kerbal], originally by [`Dewar`][auth-link]

adopted with *express* permission and brought to you by *KerbSimpleCo*

<img src="https://raw.githubusercontent.com/zer0Kerbal/TheGoldStandard/master/img/HeroLogo.png" alt="The Gold Standard (GOLD) Hero" width="50%" height="50%">

## Features  

> * ***Get over that mid-career fund grind in a fun and challenging way!***
> * `Gold Ore` now appears on planets/moons
> * `Gold Ore` can be mined and smelted into pure `Gold` with the Smelter
> * Return either `Gold`/`Gold Ore` back to Kerbin for profit
> * `Gold` is heavier than `Gold Ore`, which is heavier than `Ore`
> * Full integration with stock drills and scanners
> * Stock Drills and Surface Scanner available slightly earlier in the tech tree
> * Only 8 parts (just over 3Mb download)
> * Low memory usage.

### What is Unobtainium?  

> * `Unobtainium (UBT)` is an extremely valuable resource that generally spawns on high-G and extremely distant worlds.
> * You can mine `Unobtainium` using the stock drills without needing a converter in-situ.
> * Drills mining `Unobtainium` operate much more efficiently with both a scientist and engineer aboard.
> * `Unobtainium` is denser than `Gold`, so ensure to bring adequate dΔ!
> * Finally a monetary reason to land on Eeloo, Eve, Moho/Icarus, or any of the other seldom visited worlds!

### Preamble by [`Dewar`][auth-link]  

> * This mod is not meant to be an easy cash cow; rather, a difficult alternative to contract spam.
> * There is no `Gold` on Kerbin, and be careful when choosing a mining site as only deposits of >2% (mini drill) or >1.5% (large drill) will yield `Gold Ore`.
> * `Gold Ore` can be returned for an okay-ish profit, but be aware that `Gold Ore` is basically 9/10s `Ore`. So there are obvious benefits to smelting in-situ. The Smelter needs power, cooling, and an engineer to function at its full capacity.
> * Pure `Gold` is, by design and IRL, dense - a.k.a. HEAVY! 
> * Feel free to post any working ship/base designs!
> * Note on returning with your space booty: Land near or on the space center to avoid diminished returns.

### See more

>* [ChangeLog][chlog] for more details of changes
>* [Discussions][discu] or [forums][forum] for discussions and news
>* [GitHub Pages][pages]
>* [Known Issues][issue] for more details of feature requests and known issues
>* [Marketing Slicks][markt]
>* [Parts Catalog][parts] for part pictures

### Localization

>* ![English][EN] English
>* ![Spanish (Español)][ES] Spanish (Español) - Gracias [Fitiales](https://github.com/Fitiales)
>* ![Mexican Spanish (Español Mexicano)][MX] Mexican Spanish (Español Mexicano) - Gracias [JamesErvin-5](https://github.com/JamesErvin-5)
>* ![Russian (Русский)][RU] Russian (Русский) - Spasibo [DirtyThongSniffer](https://github.com/DirtyThongSniffer)
>* ***your translation here***

### Help Wanted

> * open to adding one more resource beyond Kerbin's influence
> * Community Tech Tree integration and Tech Tree Balancing (need feedback)
> * Parachute textures that use TheGoldStandard logo
> * Compatibility patches
> * Contracts for these glorious parts
> * Sample crafts/subassemblies
> * Variant textures and model updates (add/improve: lights, iva, hatches et al)
> * Converting from FireSpitter to Stock and/or KSPWheel  
> * Marketing Images and Videos such as hero shots, animated gifs, short highlights
> * Translations: See the [README in the Localization folder][lreadme] for instructions for adding or improving translations. There is also the [quick start guide][qstart]. [GitHub][GitHub:url] push is the best way to contribute. *Additions and corrections welcome!*

### Installation Directions

Most recent releases only available via CurseForge/OverWolf Website/App

<a href="https://download.curseforge.com/"><img src="https://www.overwolf.com/brand-guidelines/img/logo2.svg" alt="CurseForge/OverWolf App" height="100px"></a>

### Dependencies

* 📌 Pinned
  * Dependencies:
    * [ModularManagement (MM)][MM] or [Module Manager][omm] (to add functionality to stock parts)
    * [Kerbal Space Program][KSP:url] [![Kerbal Space Program][KSP:shd]][KSP:url]

### Suggests

* [Adjustable Mod Panel (KAMP)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/AdjustableModPanel)
* [Biomatic (BIO)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/Biomatic)
* [Docking Port Descriptions (DPD)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/DockingPortDescriptions)
* [Exception Detector (EXCD)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/ExceptionDetector)
* [Field Training Facility (FTF)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/FieldTrainingFacility)
* [Field Training Lab (FTL)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/FieldTrainingLab)
* [Foundations (FND)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/Foundations) ***Helps prevent ground constructions from floating away***
* [GPO (Goo Pumps & Oils') Speed Pump (GPO)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/GPOSpeedPump)
* [ISRU Thanks But No Tanks (QBTT)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/isruthanksbutnotanks)
* [Kaboom! (BOOM)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/Kaboom)
* [Keridian Dynamics Vessel Assembly (KDVA)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/KeridianDynamics)
* [MoarKerbals (MOAR)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/MoarKerbals)
* [Monero Flags (QBMF)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/moneroflags)  
* [Near Future Rovers (NFR)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/NearFutureRovers)
* [OhScrap! (OHS)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/OhScrap)
* [On Demand Fuel Cells (ODFC)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/OnDemandFuelCells)
* [Precise Maneuver (PM)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/PreciseManeuver)
* [Pteron (MSRV)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/Pteron)
* [ScrapYard (SCRAP)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/ScrapYard)
* [SimpleConstruction! (SCON)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/SimpleConstruction)
* [SimpleLife! (LIFE)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/SimpleLife)
* [SimpleLogistics! (SLOG)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/SimpleLogistics)
* [SimpleNotes! (NOTE)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/Notes)
* [Stack Inline Lights (SIL)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/StackInlineLights)
* Science!
  * [Mkerb Science Instruments](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/ScienceInstruments)
  * [OScience Laboratories (OSL)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/OScienceLaboratories)
  * [Papa Kerballini's Pizza (PIZZA)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/Pizza)
  * [Solar Science (SOL)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/SolarScience)
* by [Axial Aerospace](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/AxialAerospaceLtd)
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  * [LanderTek (LTK)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/Dreamer)
  * [Simple Cargo Solutions (CARGO)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/LanderTek)
  * [WhimChaser (WHIM)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/WhimChaser)

### Supports

* [Galileo Planet Pack](https://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?/topic/152136-*/)
* [Kopernicus](https://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?/topic/181547-*)
* [SCANsat](https://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?/topic/72679-*/)
* [Stockalike Mining Expansion (SMX)](https://github.com/SuicidalInsanity/Stockalike-Mining-Extension)
* [TweakScale (twk)](https://www.curseforge.com/kerbal/ksp-mods/TweakScale)

### Tags

* parts, config, flags, resources, tech-tree

<div style="border:0.5px solid Tomato; background-color: #BADA55; color: #FF0000; text-align:center">
  <p><b>red box below is a link to forum post on how to get support</b></p>
  <a href="https://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?/topic/83212-*">
    <p><img src="https://i.postimg.cc/vHP6zmrw/image.png" alt="How to get support"></p></a>
  <p style="color: #000000;">Be Kind: Lithobrake, not jakebrake! Keep your Module Manager up to date</p>
</div>

### Credits and Special Thanks

>* [`Dewar`][auth-link] for creating this cool mod.
>* see [Attributions][attrb] for more

### Legal Mumbo Jumbo (License *provenance*)

#### Author (1) - [`zer0Kerbal`][zer0Kerbal]

> Forum: [Thread][forum] - Source: [GitHub][GITHUB:url] - Download [CurseForge][CURSFG:url]  
> License: [![License][LIC:shd]][LIC:url] ![License][LIC:log]

#### Original Author (ROOT) (0): [`Dewar`][auth-link] 

> Forum: [Thread][0:thr] - Download: [SpaceDock][0:dnl] - Source: [SpaceDock][0:src]  
> License: [![License][0:shd]][0:url] ![License][0:log]
> [![SpaceDock][SPCDCK:shd]][SPCDCK:url]  

#### Disclaimer(s)
>
>* ***All bundled mods are distributed under their own licenses***  
>* ***All assets, including but not limited to: animations, models, sounds and textures are distributed under their own licenses. [![License][LIC:sp:shd]][LIC:sp:url]***
>
>* see [Notices][notic] for more *legal Mumbo Jumbo*

### How to support this and other great mods by [`zer0Kerbal`][zer0Kerbal]

Comment, click, like, share, up-vote, subscribe

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> *and it is true.*

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[auth-link]: https://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?/profile/107737-*/ "Dewar"
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